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ABM UK

Cleaning/Waste Operative

ABM UK
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Contract £12.94 per hour Gateshead, England

First indexed 3 Oct 2026

Description

ABM Facility Services UK are looking for Cleaning/Waste Operatives on a contract basis for a high-profile client in the Wynyard area.

The successful candidate will work as part of a team in a physically demanding, fast-paced environment providing janitorial and waste removal services.

Main duties include:

  • Providing a high janitorial service internally and externally in various areas
  • Handling waste generated on site via approved waste streams
  • Using walk-behind and ride-on sweepers and scrubber-dryers, and other cleaning equipment
  • Responding to spillages and callouts from the client's on-site team
  • Communicating effectively with the team and line manager
  • Wearing protective clothing and complying with Health & Safety legislation

Requirements:

  • Satisfactory response from Disclosure Board at a basic level
  • 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 independently and as part of a team
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
  • Physically fit

Benefits:

  • 24/7 GP access
  • Mental Health support and Life Event Counseling
  • Get Fit Programme
  • Financial and legal support
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Access Perks at Work employee app
This listing is enriched and indexed by YubHub. To apply, use the employer's original posting: https://jobs.workable.com/view/kfAbbmYF97kiDUMuUbxhx8/cleaning%2Fwaste-operative-in-gateshead-at-abm-uk