Cleansing Operatives

Sheffield City Council Various Locations Across Sheffield Pay Rate:£13.45 per hour PAYE Contract: Full Time, 37 Hours Per Week, 2 Month Temporary Assignment Sheffield City Council are currently seeking four experienced Cleansing Operatives to join their team on a temporary basis for the next two months. This is an excellent opportunity for reliable and hardworking cleaning professionals to support the delivery of vital cleaning services across a range of council buildings and facilities throughout Sheffield. Day-to-day of the role: As a Cleansing Operative, you will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and presentation across a variety of council sites. You will work either independently or as part of a team to ensure facilities remain clean, safe, and welcoming for staff and members of the public. 37 hours per week Working 5 days out of 7, based on service requirements Working hours are generally between 7:00am and 15:00pm Some operatives may be required to work as part of a rota between 11:30am and 7:00pm Weekly schedules will normally be provided one week in advance Flexibility is essential to cover short-notice absences when required Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across allocated sites Carry out general cleaning duties including: Sweeping, mopping, washing and scrubbing Vacuuming and dusting Sanitising and polishing Carpet shampooing and specialist cleaning where required

Clean internal and external glazing as required Use cleaning equipment, machinery and materials safely and effectively Clear tables and remove waste from dining areas, public spaces and meeting rooms Load and unload dishwashers and undertake light pot washing duties Report maintenance issues, damage, defects, and cleaning standard concerns Assist with statutory compliance tasks, including water temperature monitoring and outlet purging Support porterage activities and the movement of items within designated sites Set up rooms and public spaces to predetermined layouts for meetings, events and ceremonies Utilise council ICT systems and mobile devices as required Liaise professionally with site staff, supervisors and managers Required Skills and Qualifications: Previous professional cleaning experience Knowledge of cleaning methods, products and equipment Understanding of health and safety requirements within cleaning environments Ability to work independently and as part of a team Flexible approach to working patterns and locations Strong reliability, punctuality and attention to detail Good communication skills and customer-focused approach Benefits: To apply for the Cleansing Operative position, please send your cv to