Industrial Cleaning Operative

Salary: £30,000 + Quarterly Bonus (OTE £32,000–£34,000) per annum + Van (Personal Use)
Location: Grays, Covering London & South London
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are an agency recruiting on behalf of a leading cleaning company seeking reliable and hardworking Industrial Cleaning Operatives to join their specialist team.

This role involves working across retail sites nationwide, carrying out a range of specialist external and industrial cleaning duties, including cleaning external cladding, signage and guttering, pressure washing, high-level cleaning and warehouse cleaning. The role will also involve light grounds maintenance, including hedge trimming and general outdoor upkeep.

You will work as part of a two-person team, ensuring high standards of cleanliness, presentation and safety at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Cleaning external cladding, signage and guttering to a professional standard
• Pressure washing and high-level cleaning
• Warehouse and general industrial cleaning
• Carrying out light grounds maintenance, including hedge trimming and general outdoor upkeep
• Working safely at height where required (full training provided if necessary)
• Travelling to sites across the UK, often staying away from home
• Working predominantly unsociable hours, including nights and early mornings
• Maintaining equipment and adhering to health & safety regulations
• Representing the company professionally on client sites
• Working effectively as part of a two-person team

What We’re Looking For

• A strong work ethic and reliable attitude
• Willingness to work unsociable hours on a regular basis
• Flexibility to travel nationwide and stay away from home
• Comfortable working outdoors and carrying out physical/manual duties
• Ability to work effectively as part of a small team
• Previous cleaning, grounds maintenance, landscaping or outdoor/manual work experience is beneficial but not essential
• Full UK driving licence preferred

What’s on Offer

• £30,000 basic salary
• Quarterly bonus – OTE £32,000–£34,000
• Company van with personal use
• Accommodation and travel expenses covered when working away
• Full training provided where required
• Long-term opportunity with a growing specialist cleaning business