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On-site in Portsmouth·Full-time·Added 11 days ago (last checked 2 Oct)
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Previous cleaning experience (commercial, office, or industrial preferred).
- Ability to work night shifts and maintain punctual attendance.
- Awareness of health and safety and hygiene standards.
- Good communication skills and ability to follow instructions.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Nice to have
- Experience using cleaning machinery/equipment.
- Knowledge of COSHH regulations.
The role
To ensure that designated areas of the premises are kept clean, hygienic, and presentable to the highest standards during night hours. This role supports operational cleanliness for the start of the next working day and maintains hygiene standards in line with health and safety regulations.
What you'll do
- Carry out general cleaning duties including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, sweeping, polishing, and sanitising surfaces.
- Clean and restock washrooms, toilets, kitchens, and common areas.
- Empty bins and ensure waste is disposed of correctly in accordance with site procedures.
- Operate cleaning machinery such as floor scrubbers, ride on scrubber dryers (training will be provided if necessary).
- Replenish cleaning materials and notify supervisors when stock is low.
- Adhere to all health and safety guidelines, including the proper use of PPE and COSHH regulations.
- Report any maintenance issues, hazards, or damages noticed during cleaning duties.
- Secure premises after completion of cleaning tasks, ensuring all doors and windows are properly closed or locked.
- Work as part of a night cleaning team to cover all designated areas in a timely and thorough manner.
- Removal of waste streams throughout the Centre
description
Location: Gunwharf Quays
Reports To: Cleaning Manager
Hours: Night Shift 4 on 4 off shift pattern (e.g., 1600 PM - 0200 AM)
Salary: £13.84
About Mitie
Mitie serves more than 3,000 customers across the public and private sectors, from banks and retailers to hospitals, schools and critical government strategic assets, and reported £5.6bn revenue in FY26 with 77,500 people.
The company takes care of its customers' people and buildings by delivering core services and deploying advanced technology, and it also publishes insights such as its Net Zero Navigator and ESG reporting, having operated at net zero for Scope 1 and 2 emissions by the end of FY25 under its Plan Zero programme.
- Industry
- Facilities management
- Employees
- 77,500
- In the UK
- Glasgow
- Website
- mitie.com
In their own words
Additional information
- Uniform and cleaning supplies provided.
- Training and development opportunities available.
- Role will involve physical tasks including lifting, bending, and standing for long periods.
Location
Mitie · CM77 8YH
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