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ABM UK

Cleaning/Waste Operative - Days

ABM UK
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onsite full-time £12.88 per hour Methley

First indexed 18 Jun 2026

Description

ABM Facility Services UK are looking to recruit Cleaning/Waste Operatives on a full-time permanent basis for a high-profile client within the Wakefield area.

The successful candidate will need to display the ability to work as part of a team in a physically demanding, fast-paced environment that provides janitorial and waste removal services for the client.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Working within the janitorial and waste removal team in a warehouse environment, carrying out duties effectively and efficiently.
  • Providing a high janitorial service both internally and externally in welfare areas, such as washrooms, break rooms, and the canteen, social areas, such as reception, offices, and the locker room, and production areas, such as the main production floor.
  • Handling of waste generated on site via the approved waste streams and ensuring that this is ready for transportation.
  • Using walk-behind and ride-on sweepers and scrubber-dryers, along with other cleaning equipment, and ensuring that all equipment is kept clean, well maintained, and in a safe working order.
  • Being responsive to any spillages and callouts from the client's on-site team.
  • Communicating effectively with your team and line manager.
  • Wearing protective clothing (PPE) and complying with Health & Safety legislation and policies.
  • Working on your own initiative as well as part of a team and exhibiting great communication skills.
  • Undergoing full training on all cleaning methods and cleaning equipment.

Person Specification:

  • Satisfactory response from Disclosure Board at a basic level and knowledge of health and safety requirements or a willingness to learn.
  • Knowledge of cleaning methods or a willingness to learn.
  • High attention to detail.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to quickly adapt to a very busy operational environment.
  • Reliable and flexible approach to work.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
  • Physically fit.

Benefits:

  • 24/7 GP: Both you and your immediate family can speak to a UK-based GP from the comfort of your own home.
  • Mental Health support and Life Event Counseling.
  • Get Fit Programme.
  • Financial and legal support.
  • Cycle to work scheme.
  • Access Perks at Work, our innovative employee app where you can find perks, discounts, gift cards, cashback, and exclusive offers.
This listing is enriched and indexed by YubHub. To apply, use the employer's original posting: https://jobs.workable.com/view/mXfF1Pst4c9grzCNq2kSTo/cleaning%2Fwaste-operative---days-in-methley-at-abm-uk