Job Description

Position Summary:

The Day Janitor provides essential on-site support to ensure the smooth operation of facilities during working hours. This role works closely with the Facilities Management (FM) and Health & Safety (H&S) teams, maintaining a clean, safe, and well-presented environment for all building users.

Working Hours:

Standard hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 3:00pm (30 hours per week). Flexibility is required to support business needs, including occasional overtime or weekend working (with prior notice). Hours may be adjusted in agreement with the Facilities Manager to accommodate site requirements or events.

Key Responsibilities:

Facilities Support

Act as the first point of contact for day-to-day janitorial requests. Carry out regular inspections of communal areas, toilets, and high-traffic zones, addressing issues promptly. Respond quickly to spillages, accidents, or hazards to maintain a safe environment. Support minor maintenance tasks (e.g., replacing lightbulbs, moving furniture, reporting defects) and assist the on-site Facilities Engineer with general duties when required. Ensure waste bins are regularly emptied, recycling is maintained, and waste storage areas are kept in order.

Health & Safety Support

Monitor and report potential hazards or unsafe conditions to the FM/H&S teams. Assist in ensuring fire exits, stairwells, and escape routes remain clear and accessible. Support emergency procedures (e.g., fire alarm evacuations, incident response). Carry out daily checks (washrooms, first aid points, spill kits, etc.) as instructed. Maintain stock of janitorial and H&S supplies (e.g., PPE, cleaning products, paper goods).

Customer Service

Provide a friendly and approachable presence for staff, visitors, and contractors. Respond to service requests in a professional and timely manner. Cover reception duties when required, ensuring visitors are welcomed, assisted, and directed appropriately. Liaise with FM/H&S teams to escalate issues outside janitorial scope.

General Duties

Maintain janitorial stores in a clean, organised manner. Ensure all tasks are carried out in line with company policies and H&S regulations. Support FM team with event or meeting room setups and reconfigurations. Undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by the FM or H&S teams.

Skills & Attributes

Reliable, proactive, and safety-conscious. Good communication and customer service skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Physically fit to undertake manual handling tasks when required.