External Cleaning & Waste Operative

At Mitie we bring out the best in places. Unlocking their potential so that everyone looks forward to using them and can do their best work in them. From offices and shopping centres to hospitals and airports, we create better places for the communities we serve to thrive.

We're looking for a External Waste Operative who will deliver excellent service standards, while meeting SLA agreements.

Job Title: Cleaning & Waste Operative
Rate of Pay: £13.45 Per Hour
Contract: Permanent
Type of Employment: Part Time
Hours: 20 Hours Per Week((7am till 11am))
Location: Weston Road, Stafford, Staffordshire, England, ST18 0YY

Key Responsibilities

External Cleaning

• Carry out daily external litter picking across all designated site areas.
• Sweep and clean pavements, pathways, entrances, loading areas, and hard standings.
• Remove leaves, debris, weeds, and other waste materials from external areas.
• Maintain site perimeter areas to ensure a clean and professional appearance.
• Clean external fixtures including benches, bollards, signage, and surrounding areas as required.

Jet Washing

• Operate pressure washing equipment safely and effectively.
• Jet wash paved areas, walkways, entrances, smoking shelters, bin compounds, and other hard surfaces in accordance with schedules.
• Remove dirt, moss, algae, chewing gum, staining, and other contaminants from external surfaces.
• Ensure work areas are left safe and free from slip hazards following cleaning activities.

Smoking Area Maintenance

• Empty cigarette bins and ashtrays.
• Remove cigarette ends and associated litter from designated smoking areas.
• Clean shelters, seating, and surrounding surfaces.
• Ensure smoking areas remain clean, presentable, and compliant with site standards.

Waste Management

• Ensure all waste bins are positioned and accessible for scheduled waste collections.
• Move bins to designated collection points when required.
• Return bins to their allocated storage areas following collection.
• Report damaged or missing bins to management.
• Assist with waste segregation and recycling activities in line with site procedures.

Bin Store Management

• Maintain bin stores in a clean, tidy, and hygienic condition.
• Remove loose debris, spillages, and accumulated waste from bin compounds.
• Ensure bin store areas remain free from obstructions and trip hazards.
• Conduct regular checks to identify cleanliness, maintenance, or pest-related issues.

Pest Prevention

• Ensure all bins have rubber drain bungs correctly fitted and secured to prevent pest ingress.
• Report evidence of pest activity immediately to management.
• Maintain good housekeeping standards around all waste storage areas to minimise pest attraction.

External Building Checks

• Conduct routine inspections of building exteriors and surrounding grounds.
• Identify and report defects, hazards, vandalism, graffiti, fly tipping, damaged signage, lighting failures, trip hazards, and drainage issues.
• Complete inspection records and escalate issues through the appropriate reporting process.
• Support site safety and environmental compliance through proactive monitoring.

Health, Safety & Environmental Responsibilities

• Comply with all Health & Safety policies, procedures, and risk assessments.
• Use cleaning chemicals, equipment, and machinery safely and in accordance with training.
• Always wear appropriate PPE.
• Report accidents, near misses, unsafe conditions, and environmental concerns promptly.
• Ensure work activities do not create risks to staff, visitors, contractors, or members of the public.

What we're looking for

• Ability to communicate and read basic English
• Flexible and proactive approach to work
• Open, honest, self-driven, and determined attitude
• Reliable and hardworking with a professional demeanour