Multi Skilled Operative

Be part of something greater.
  • Job reference: SDX/TP/2240324/155340
  • Location: Carlisle
  • Job type: Full Time - 37.5 hours per week
  • Salary: £12.50 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits
  • Closing date: 02 April 2026
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About the role

Location: Carlisle, CA1 2TL

Salary: £12.50 per hour

Contract: 12 Month FTC

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Shifts across Monday to Sunday)

Job Summary

The primary purpose of this role is to deliver a high-quality cleaning service, ensuring a clean, hygienic, and safe environment in line with Sodexo and client standards. The postholder will also support basic security duties to help maintain site safety, access control, and incident response, while providing excellent customer service and complying with all health, safety, and company policies.

Key Responsibilities

Cleaning (Primary Focus)

  • Deliver scheduled and ad-hoc cleaning services to a consistently high standard
  • Clean floors, washrooms, sanitary areas, surfaces, furniture, and fittings
  • Replenish consumables such as soap, paper towels, and toilet rolls
  • Empty and dispose of waste in line with waste management procedures
  • Use approved cleaning chemicals, equipment, and machinery safely and correctly
  • Follow colour-coding, COSHH, hygiene, and infection control procedures
  • Store, maintain, and report faults with cleaning equipment
  • Identify and report hazards, maintenance issues, and defects
  • Wear PPE and use warning signage to ensure safety
  • Participate in required cleaning and health & safety training

Security (Secondary Focus)

  • Maintain a visible security presence within assigned areas
  • Support access control for staff, contractors, and visitors as required
  • Monitor CCTV, alarms, and building systems when necessary
  • Respond to incidents, emergencies, and evacuations in line with procedures
  • Complete incident and daily activity reports accurately

Customer Care & Compliance

  • Communicate politely and professionally with colleagues, clients, and visitors
  • Maintain a professional appearance and follow uniform standards
  • Work collaboratively with Sodexo management and site teams
  • Comply with Sodexo, client, and statutory policies and procedures
  • Uphold health, safety, and environmental standards at all times

Key Accountabilities

  • High standards of cleanliness with no justified client complaints
  • Successful cleaning quality audits and inspections
  • Safe and hygienic working environment with no H&S breaches
  • Consistent compliance with Sodexo and client cleaning standards
  • Professional support of site security and safety requirements

Person Specification

Essential

  • Previous experience as a Cleaning Operative
  • Good knowledge of cleaning products, techniques, and equipment
  • Understanding of COSHH and safe chemical use
  • Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively

Desirable

  • Experience using powered cleaning machinery
  • Awareness of basic site security procedures
  • First Aid or safety training

Skills & Attributes

  • Strong attention to detail and pride in high standards
  • Reliable, flexible, and safety-conscious
  • Good communication and customer service skills
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Professional, respectful, and approachable manner

Why Sodexo?

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.

Belong in a company and team that values you for you. 

Act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions.

Thrive in your own way.

We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

  • Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support
  • An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing
  • Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
  • Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular big-brand retailers
  • Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan
  • Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools
  • Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit
  • Sodexo UK and Irelands enhanced benefits and leave policies

Ready to be part of something greater?

Join a team that values you for being you.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications

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KEY BENEFITS

  • Advice and guidance

    Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it.
  • Pension Plan

    Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan.
  • Wellbeing support

    Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7.
  • Generous leave

    For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge.
  • Discounts and savings

    Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme
  • Virtual GP

    24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.

Social Impact

Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.

We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.

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  • “To anyone considering the Aspiring Frontline Manager programme, I would highly recommend it. The programme offers a comprehensive blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application, which is essential for anyone looking to advance their career in management.”

    Marco, Cleaning Manager

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