Cleaning Operative - Co Op Live

Cleaning Operative - Co Op Live


Company
CleanEvent Services
Location
Manchester
Job Type
Internship
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Job Description
Role Description
Reporting to a Cleaning Supervisor and working as part of a team, this role is responsible for cleaning an area within a venue.

Key Responsibilities

Cleaning tasks include; picking up rubbish, toilet cleaning, detail cleaning, window cleaning, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming carpets, stripping and resealing floors emptying bins, High level dusting, seat cleaning, washing metal stair cases, removing chewing gum from all areas and sanitizing ablution facilities.
Operate handheld cleaning equipment such as vacuum cleaners, carpet extractors, blowers, buffing machines to complete allocated cleaning tasks.
Use chemical cleaning solvents and consumables as instructed to complete allocated cleaning tasks
Clean machinery after use and store in a safe place
Carryout any reasonable client cleaning requests
Communicate all cleaning and maintenance issues to your area supervisor as soon as possible
Communicate all suspicious behavior and potential security risks to your area supervisor as soon as possible
All equipment is carefully used and maintained, and any faults reported.
Safe work practices are followed as per Company Policies.
Effective communication is maintained with the Cleaning Supervisor and the client.
Attend and actively participate in meetings pre, during and post events.
Carry out and attend any training, appraisals and development programs as per direction from the Cleaning Supervisor.
All staff are guest focused and have intimate knowledge of facilities and services.
Adhere to the site regulations for safety
Adhere to the Code of conduct at all times
All dress and behavior codes are followed, understood and adhered to.
All company policies are followed.
Reporting on time to all rostered shifts.
Preparedness to work flexible hours.
Inform your Cleaning Supervisor of work availability.
Fill in daily cleaning check sheets

In order to satisfy the above, it is preferable to speak and understand basic communication in English

This job description is a guide to the work you will be initially required to undertake. It may be changed from time to time to meet changing circumstances. It does not form part of your contract of employment and as your experience grows you will be expected to broaden your tasks, suggest improvements, solve problems and enhance the effectiveness of the role.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q What is the minimum hourly rate for packing jobs in UK warehouses in 2026?
As per GOV.UK, the National Living Wage for packing job workers aged 21 and over is £12.80 per hour from April 2026. Workers aged 18-20 receive £10.50 per hour and those under 18 receive £7.55 per hour with no exceptions for entry-level packing roles. Overtime must be paid at the same minimum rate for hours above 40 per week.
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As per GOV.UK, the average working week for packing jobs is capped at 48 hours including overtime unless you opt out in writing. Employers must provide at least 5.6 weeks of paid annual leave per year for full-time packing staff equating to 28 days including bank holidays. Night shift packing roles require additional health assessments every 2 years.
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As per HMRC, the default tax code for packing job employees is 1257L allowing £12,570 of tax-free earnings in the 2026/27 tax year. Packing workers earning under £50,270 pay 20% income tax on amounts above the personal allowance with 8% National Insurance deducted from weekly pay above £242.
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