Mobile Cleaning Operative

Overview

Ottimo Property Services is seeking a Mobile Cleaning Operative to maintain multiple residential developments near Chesterfield (postcode S44). This position requires a full UK driving licence to travel between locations. The role involves sustaining exceptional cleanliness indoors and outdoors, supporting waste management, and collaborating with on-site teams.

Responsibilities

• Maintain internal communal spaces including entrances, lobbies, corridors, staircases, lifts, and amenities to a high standard.
• Manage bin stores and handle waste and recycling processes, ensuring disposal areas remain hygienic.
• Perform litter picking and keep external pathways, courtyards, and parking areas clean and safe.
• Operate cleaning machinery and supplies properly, maintaining the equipment in good condition.
• Monitor inventory, replenish stock, and ensure safe storage of cleaning materials.
• Report any hazards, damage, spills, or maintenance issues promptly to management.
• Coordinate effectively with concierge, security staff, and contractors.

Candidate Profile

• Detail-oriented individual committed to creating spotless, inviting environments.
• Reliable and punctual, able to manage daily routines and adjust to shifting priorities.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with residents, colleagues, and external contractors.
• Conscientious about safety standards and ready to follow health and safety protocols including COSHH guidelines.
• Physically active role involving walking, lifting, and manual cleaning tasks.

Preferred Experience

• Prior cleaning experience in residential complexes, hotels, offices, or public facilities.
• Knowledge of waste and recycling processes in multi-building sites.
• Familiarity with cleaning equipment such as scrubber dryers and carpet cleaners.
• Understanding of safety measures related to chemical handling.
• Experience working in facilities or concierge teams with customer-facing responsibilities.

Benefits

• 20 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Access to Perkbox discounts on shopping and services.
• Confidential support through an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Opportunities for hybrid and flexible working conditions.
• Financial assistance for personal skill development.
• Career advancement possibilities.
• Incentive programs recognizing employee contributions.
• Cycle to Work scheme promoting healthy lifestyles.
• Employee Referral Scheme offering bonuses for introductions.

About Ottimo Property Services

Established in 2009 and part of Odevo, Ottimo Property Services provides specialized cleaning, window cleaning, and waste management solutions to residential and commercial developments across the UK. The company focuses on dependable, high-quality service that uplifts the living and working environment.

Hiring Process

• Initial discussion with the recruitment team.
• Interview assessing cleaning standards, safety awareness, dependability, customer service, teamwork, and practical scenario handling.

The recruitment timeline is typically two to three weeks with regular communication.

Additional Requirements

• Applicants must have eligibility to live and work in the UK; proof will be needed.
• A full UK driving licence is mandatory for insurance purposes.
• Employment is conditional on a valid Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.