Role Overview
The Office Cleaner will play a key role in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across client premises. The role requires attention to detail, reliability, and a strong sense of duty of care to ensure a safe and healthy environment for staff, visitors, and customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out daily cleaning duties across offices, meeting rooms, kitchens, restrooms, reception areas, corridors, and communal spaces.
- Clean and disinfect toilets, washrooms, showers, and kitchen facilities, ensuring they are fully stocked with consumables.
- Empty waste bins and recycling containers, disposing of rubbish safely and hygienically.
- Vacuum, sweep, mop, and polish floors to maintain safe and hygienic conditions.
- Perform high-level dusting of vents, ledges, light fittings, and hard-to-reach areas.
- Clean glass doors, windows, partitions, counters, and screens to maintain a professional appearance.
- Wipe down and sanitise desks, chairs, workstations, IT equipment, and high-touch points such as door handles, switches, and railings.
- Restock supplies including soap, sanitiser, paper towels, toilet rolls, and other consumables.
- Operate cleaning equipment and machinery (e.g., floor buffers, carpet cleaners, steam cleaners) safely and effectively.
- Work to deep cleaning schedules, including carpets, upholstery, hard floors, kitchen appliances, and washrooms.
- Report any building maintenance issues, damages, or health & safety concerns immediately to the supervisor.
- Ensure cleaning products and equipment are used correctly, safely, and stored in compliance with COSHH regulations.
- Maintain accurate cleaning records (checklists, schedules, timesheets, stock usage).
- Support ad-hoc tasks such as event set-up, post-event cleaning, or additional client requests.
- Provide excellent customer service, dealing with staff and visitors in a polite and professional manner.
- Uphold confidentiality and respect for client property at all times.
Duty of Care
- Take responsibility for maintaining a safe, clean, and hazard-free environment for staff, visitors, and clients.
- Use all cleaning equipment, machinery, and tools responsibly, following training and manufacturer guidelines.
- Carry out regular checks to ensure tools and equipment are in safe working order and report any faults immediately.
- Follow COSHH regulations at all times when handling cleaning chemicals, ensuring correct labelling, storage, and use.
- Ensure PPE is worn and used appropriately when operating equipment or handling substances.
- Handle client property with care and maintain discretion at all times.
- Promote a culture of safety, professionalism, and pride in service delivery.
Health & Safety Responsibilities
- Comply with all company Health & Safety policies, procedures, and risk assessments.
- Participate in Health & Safety audits, inspections, and required training sessions.
- Report all accidents, incidents, and near misses without delay.
- Contribute to maintaining a safe workplace by identifying hazards and suggesting improvements.
Skills & Attributes
- Previous experience in office or commercial cleaning is preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to high cleaning standards.
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
- Good communication skills and ability to follow instructions.
- Flexible and adaptable to meet client and site requirements.
Pay & Benefits
At Kanso FM, we pay attention to the thoughtful details that inspire the loyalty of our colleagues. For this role, we proudly offer:
- Paid holiday allowance
- Free meals on duty in our colleague dining facilities
- Excellent career progression opportunities, including Apprenticeship programmes and study support
- Access to Wagestream, our financial wellbeing platform, giving you instant access to your pay when you need it
- A welcoming and inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated
