Cleaning Operative

About the company

OCS UK & Ireland is a major facilities management provider, employing more than 50,000 colleagues and generating turnover above £2bn. The business delivers a wide range of award-winning services, including facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security, and catering.

Its purpose is to help people and places perform at their best for colleagues, customers, and the communities it supports. The organisation’s approach is guided by its TRUE values: Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

Why this role could be a great fit

• Recognised employer: OCS was placed 36th in Glassdoor’s Best Companies to Work For 2025.
• Learning and development: access to digital training and resources through the OCS Academy.
• Retail and wellbeing benefits: the Hapi app provides discounts, rewards, and wellbeing support.
• Career progression: more than 600 live learners across UK & Ireland are being supported with further qualifications and development opportunities.
• Flexible pay option: eligible colleagues can access part of their earned wages before payday through Wagestream, subject to contract rules.

Working pattern

The role follows a Monday to Friday schedule, typically from 8:00am to 5:00pm, with flexibility within those hours.

What you'll do

• Maintain a consistently high level of cleanliness and hygiene in line with management instructions.
• Handle, use, and look after cleaning tools and equipment correctly.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with clients at the site.
• Respond quickly and professionally to questions, issues, or complaints.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties assigned by management.

What the employer is looking for

• You must have the legal right to work in the UK.
• Prior experience in cleaning is required.
• Strong customer service skills are important for this position.
• You should have good communication and interpersonal abilities.

Additional information

OCS is committed to an inclusive, welcoming, and equal-opportunity workplace. Applications are encouraged from people of all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age. The company also highlights its broader commitment to professional growth, apprenticeships, and colleague development.

Contract notes

Wagestream access is contract-specific, and eligibility for this benefit may be discussed during the interview process.