Communal Services Cleaner

We are looking to fill the role of a Communal Services Cleaner within a housing environment. Our client is ambitious and has a 5 year plan; they aim to create a sustainable future for social housing, building new homes and investing in existing ones to create vibrant, thriving communities.

Role

• Cleaning of all communal areas, entrances, stairwells, windows, corridors, bin stores and areas identified within the cleaning specification. This includes sweeping, vacuuming, washing of floors, walls, ceilings, doors and other fixtures and fittings; cleaning of internal windows (using ladders where required), litter picking, graffiti removal, carpet cleaning and erecting signs and notice boards when required.
• Carry out all work instructions to complete each job to a high standard in accordance with Health and Safety requirements.
• Complete Fire Risk Assessments, alarms and emergency lighting in line with the scheduled programme for communal areas and advise any changes or defects as they arise.
• Organise workload to ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness using all available resources.
• Ensure all materials are available before starting works and used according to their design. Vehicle stock kept current and stocked accordingly.
• Maintain accurate records relating to use of materials, fuel, time spent on all works; complete appropriate work tickets, time sheets, stores requisitions, and other paperwork as required by management.
• Ensure all plant, equipment, vehicles, tools and stores in their charge are kept safe, secure and serviceable at all times.

The Candidate needs

• Demonstrable experience of working in a similar role within a Housing organisation/ cleaning position.
• Knowledge and understanding of the range of practical and technical issues relevant to the provision of carrying out communal cleaning.
• Knowledge and skills in the use of chemicals and mechanical devices associated with cleaning operations.
• Current holder of a full UK driving Licence.
• Ability to communicate effectively and accurately in a manner that is readily understood.
• Acting in a positive and courteous manner, listening to internal and external customers, understanding their needs and requirements particularly when dealing with problems.
• Demonstrate clients’ Values and Behaviours.

Summary

This is a Temp to Perm position, working a 40 hour week over 5 days. The role requires a satisfactory Basic DBS check.

Interview

The client is keen to fill this role quickly, so if it is of interest, don’t delay in sending your CV over to us so we can put your name forward for interview stage.

Call Carol at RGB Recruitment 01392357018