Cleaning and Clearance Operative

Job Title: Cleaning and Clearance Operative (x2)

Location: Scunthorpe and surrounding areas - own vehicle is essential

Contract Type: Temp ongoing, with potential permanent opportunities for the right candidates

Pay Rate: £12.21 per hour (mileage covered depending on location)

Hours: 8:00am – 4:00pm (Monday to Friday)

Overall Purpose of the Job

To provide a high-quality cleaning and clearance service within empty properties. This includes ensuring internal and external areas (including gardens) are cleaned and cleared to a high standard, ready for new tenants and in line with relevant policies and procedures.

Main Responsibilities

• Ensure the cleanliness, security, and safety of empty properties to an agreed standard:

  • Clean and disinfect internal areas, including toilets, kitchens, and bathrooms

  • Clean windows, doors

  • Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors, stairs, and landings

  • Remove ingrained dirt from all surfaces, including deep cleaning if required

• Take immediate action to remove hazards and report them to Empty Homes Coordinators
• Comply with COSHH and risk assessments before using chemicals or starting an activity

  • Use the correct cleaning products and maintain accurate records

• Keep all internal and external communal areas free from rubbish
• Liaise directly with the Empty Homes team to ensure key management is effective and does not delay void turnaround times
• Support Officers, Housing Officers, and other teams to ensure properties remain secure when empty
• Maintain adequate stock levels of cleaning materials
• Act as a professional and customer-focused representative of Ongo Homes, adhering to all relevant policies and procedures
• Liaise with planners and area managers if repairs exceed expected time or need assistance from other trades

Knowledge, Skill & Experience Required

• Health & Safety
• COSHH
• Manual Handling
• Working at Heights
• Buildings/general maintenance knowledge.
• Experience of cleaning
• Flexibility
• Physically fit
• Full clean driving licence (including trailer use) 
• Must have Business Insurance