Cleaning Operative in Southwark, Greater London

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

• Carry out general cleaning of communal areas, including corridors, stairwells, lifts, entrances, lobbies and refuse stores.

• Sweep, mop, scrub and wash internal and external floors, pathways and communal spaces.

• Collect and dispose of litter, bagged waste and bulky refuse across residential estates.

• Maintain outdoor areas through litter picking, leaf clearing and general estate cleaning.

• Clean walls, windows, fixtures and fittings, ensuring communal spaces remain tidy and presentable.

• Respond to spillages, waste deposits and other cleaning requirements promptly and safely.

• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment, reporting defects and requesting supplies when required.

• Follow Health & Safety procedures to maintain a safe environment for residents and visitors.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience in cleaning, estate maintenance, caretaking or a similar hands-on role is desirable.

• Physically fit and capable of carrying out manual cleaning duties, including lifting and moving waste.

• Good understanding of Health & Safety practices.

• Reliable, punctual and able to work independently or as part of a team.

• Ability to follow instructions and maintain high cleaning standards.

• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

• Positive attitude and commitment to maintaining clean and safe residential environments.

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.