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Adversa Recruitment
Cleaning Operative
Southwark, London
Contact Adversa Recruitment
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 1 day ago
- Salary
- £17 - 18 - Hour
- Recruiter
- Adversa Recruitment
- Closes
- 21 Dec 2026
- Course
- No
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
We are currently recruiting for an Estate Cleaning Operative to join a busy estate maintenance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining clean, safe and presentable communal areas, residential estates and surrounding outdoor spaces.
This is a hands-on, physically demanding role suited to someone with previous cleaning, caretaking, estate maintenance or environmental services experience.
Key Responsibilities
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Carry out general cleaning of communal areas, including corridors, stairwells, lifts, entrances, lobbies and refuse stores.
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Sweep, mop, scrub and wash internal and external floors, pathways and communal spaces.
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Collect and dispose of litter, bagged waste and bulky refuse across residential estates.
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Maintain outdoor areas through litter picking, leaf clearing and general estate cleaning.
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Clean walls, windows, fixtures and fittings, ensuring communal spaces remain tidy and presentable.
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Respond to spillages, waste deposits and other cleaning requirements promptly and safely.
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Operate and maintain cleaning equipment, reporting defects and requesting supplies when required.
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Follow Health & Safety procedures to maintain a safe environment for residents and visitors.
Essential Requirements
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Previous experience in cleaning, estate maintenance, caretaking or a similar hands-on role is desirable.
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Physically fit and capable of carrying out manual cleaning duties, including lifting and moving waste.
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Good understanding of Health & Safety practices.
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Reliable, punctual and able to work independently or as part of a team.
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Ability to follow instructions and maintain high cleaning standards.
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Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
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Positive attitude and commitment to maintaining clean and safe residential environments. xjnqpsq
Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a hardworking, dependable individual who takes pride in their work. Experience working within residential estates, social housing, communal cleaning, street cleansing or environmental services would be particularly beneficial
Ad ID: 5419200303
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