Job Description

Hourly rate: 14.25
Cleaner (Facilities Service Operative)
Location: Inverness
Salary: 14.25 an hour
Contract: Initial 1 Year Fixed Contract
Hours: Part time, Monday to Sunday Variable shifts required
We are looking for shifts to be covered between 07:00 - 22:00 Monday to Sunday. Part time staff will be given a fixed shift that is suitable to their lifestyle, however we are also offering some flexi shift working 4 days on, 4 days off.
Mears provides temporary accommodation to asylum seekers whilst their claim is being assessed in three regions: Northeast, Yorkshire and Humber, Northern Ireland, and Scotland. At the end of May 2021 Mears had over 19000 service users across the three regions. Mears work in partnership with central and local Government, registered providers, tenants, landlords and investors to find solutions to homelessness, provide more social and affordable housing and create specialist housing for people with care needs.
Role Criteria:

• Ensure the cleanliness, hygiene, and safety of all assigned buildings and surrounding grounds
• Clean corridors, offices, and communal areas to a high standard
• Perform routine cleaning tasks such as hoovering, mopping, dusting, and sanitising surfaces
• Operate cleaning machinery and equipment safely and effectively (e.g. floor scrubbers, carpet cleaners)
• Replenish cleaning supplies, soap dispensers, toilet rolls, and paper towels as needed
• Dispose of waste and recycling in accordance with site procedures and environmental standards
• Report any maintenance issues, hazards, or damage to the supervisor promptly
• Follow cleaning schedules and specifications set by the supervisor or site manager
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including COSHH guidelines
• Carry out deep cleaning tasks
• Maintain secure handling of keys and access to restricted areas
• Support infection control measures, especially in high-traffic or sensitive areas
• Respond to urgent cleaning requests or spillages in a timely and professional manner
• Wear appropriate PPE and maintain a clean and professional appearance
• Work as part of a team to meet daily cleaning targets
• Demonstrate punctuality, reliability, and a strong work ethic
• Communicate effectively with staff and visitors when necessary
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism within the environment
• Participate in training sessions and toolbox talks as required
• Uphold the values and standards of the organisation at all times

Benefits we can offer you

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work!
• Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake paid volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment.
• Staff perks with Mears Rewards - discounts of up to 10% weekly groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share save scheme, plus much more
• Family friendly policies
• Access to EAP Counselling sessions

All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.
To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points.
As part of the recruitment process for this role, we will carry out a Background, Identity, Security clearance & BPSS check. For these checks to be completed, we will require from you the relevant identification, including Proof of Address, References, a valid passport and proof that you have lived in the UK for the last 5 years.
Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact: Beth Dunford (beth.dunford@mearsgroup.co.uk)
If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way.
At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all.
We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers.
In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.

Skills Required