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Relief Cleaning Operative (External)

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£13.45 monthly

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Job Description - Relief Cleaning Operative (External)

Job Title: Relief
Cleaning Operative (External)

Working Hours: Zero hours

Pay: £13.45 per hour

Location: Port Solent, The Boardwalk,
Portsmouth, PO6 4TP

Reporting to: Contract Manager

Overview

We are looking for a reliable and hands -on Relief Cleaning
Operative (External)
 to join
our dedicated team at Port Solent. This is a varied, practical role in a busy
outdoor environment, supporting the smooth running and cleanliness of a popular
shopping and leisure destination.

In this role, you will be responsible for a range of manual
tasks including moving commercial waste bins, operating specialist equipment
(such as a T300 scrubber dryer, kerb sweeper, gum removal machine, waste
compactor and cardboard baler), and ensuring external areas are clean, safe and
presentable. You will need to be comfortable with physical work, working
outdoors in all weather, and using machinery safely. Full training will be
provided.

This is a dedicated relief position to provide
site cover, therefore, the successful candidate must be flexible and available
to cover annual leave, sickness absence, and other operational needs as
required.

Shifts start from 7:00am, so you must be able to reliably
travel to Port Solent (PO6 4TP) for this start time.

Key Responsibilities

  • Clean
    and maintain designated outdoor areas in line with the site’s cleaning
    specifications.

  • Maintain
    the cleanliness and presentation of public areas, ensuring the site
    remains tidy, safe, and welcoming for all visitors.

  • Empty
    waste and recycling bins, ensuring materials are sorted and disposed of
    appropriately.

  • Respond
    promptly to spills or hazards to maintain a safe environment for visitors,
    tenants and staff.

  • Operate
    a range of site -specific machinery and equipment, including the scrubber
    dryer, kerb sweeper, gum remover, and compacting/baling units.

  • Carry
    out basic service road cleaning and maintenance duties as required.

  • Provide
    friendly, helpful service to customers, tenants and visitors on site.

  • Comply
    with all Health & Safety and COSHH regulations at all times.

  • Support
    the wider site team when needed, maintaining a strong team ethic and
    positive attitude.


Requirements

  • A
    practical, dependable individual with a good eye for detail

  • Comfortable
    carrying out manual work in an outdoor setting

  • Willingness
    to learn and operate cleaning and waste -handling machinery (training
    provided)

  • Good
    communication skills and a proactive approach to customer service

  • Flexible to provide cover, as and when required
  • Previous
    experience in cleaning, grounds maintenance, or facilities support is
    beneficial but not essential

  • You must be able to commute to Port Solent (PO6
    4TP
    ) for shifts as early as 7:00am


Benefits

  • All
    necessary training, including use of specialist equipment and Health &
    Safety procedures

  • A
    valued role where you can see the visible results of your work every day

  • Access
    to a range of nationally recognised courses to help further your career,
    via the Anchor Academy.

  • Auto
    Enrolment Pension (if earnings reach the minimum requirement for
    auto -enrolment).

  • Stream
    - access to pay as you earn it.

  • Cycle
    to Work Scheme Available.

  • Full
    uniform provided.

  • Free
    Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 including access to counselling.

  • Hospital
    Saturday Fund.

  • Reward
    and Recognition awards.

What’s next?

If you take pride in your work, enjoy working
independently and as part of a team, and value being part of a visible,
customer -focused site presence, we would love to hear from you.

If you would like to be considered for this position, APPLY
NOW
and we will be in touch.

Other companies may call this role: Outdoor Cleaner, Site
Cleaning Operative, Grounds Cleaner, Waste & Cleaning Operative, Marina
Cleaning Operative, Cleaning and Waste Services Operative

Within commuting distance of: Portsmouth, Southampton,
Fareham, Gosport, Havant, Waterlooville, Eastleigh, Hedge End, Chichester,
Petersfield, and Winchester.


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