Cleaning Operative

About The Role

OCS are looking for an enthusiastic and capable individual to form a key part of the team. The Cleaning Operative is responsible for delivering a consistently high standard of cleaning across BBC London sites in line with contractual requirements, output-based specifications, and BBC Cleaning Expectations. The role ensures a safe, clean and professional environment while representing OCS values at all times.

Please be aware this is a fast paced role and good attention to detail is required to be considered for this role. Working Hours: 8 hours per week: Saturday and Sunday, 14:00-18:00 (4 hours per shift).

Key Responsibilities

Attend daily team briefings and follow supervisor instructions Wear correct uniform and PPE at all times Collect, check and maintain cleaning equipment and materials Follow output-based cleaning specifications Apply correct colour coding methods Clean desks, general areas, kitchens, washrooms, floors and back areas Maintain presentation standards for desks and shared spaces Carry out daily, weekly and periodic cleaning tasks Respond promptly to reactive cleaning requests Use chemicals and machinery safely as trained Report defects, hazards, near misses and accidents Maintain cleaning stores, equipment and trolleys Monitor consumable stock levels and report shortages Attend and complete all mandatory training Personal Specification: Essential Good timekeeping and attendance record Ability to follow detailed cleaning standards and instructions Customer ‑ focused approach with a professional attitude Ability to read and speak English to ensure safe working practices Desirable Previous experience in a commercial cleaning environment Knowledge of colour ‑ coding systems and BICSc cleaning standards About The Company: OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn.

We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering. Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values

• Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment. Why Work for OCS? ✅ Award-Winning Employer: Ranked 36th on Glassdoor’s Best Companies to Work For 2025 — we value and motivate our people. 🚀 Digital Learning: The OCS Academy offers digital courses and resources to help you build skills and grow your career. 🙂 Retail Perks With our Hapi app, you can gain access to exclusive discounts, rewards and wellbeing resources. 📝 Professional Growth: 600+ live learners across UK&I — Empowering colleagues with further development and qualifications! 💰 Flexible Pay: Access a portion of earned wages before payday with our Wagestream App! (Contract Specific) How to Apply: If you are interested in joining a business that encourages professional development, career progression and the chance to work with inspirational people then please click apply and register your interest! You can also sign up to our job alerts when registering which will notify you when other suitable vacancies are available. We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age. #CEJ26