Cleaning Operative
Apleona Ireland • Cork
Grand Parade 8, Cork
At Apleona we are always on the lookout for dynamic and talented individuals to join our team, we are currently recruiting for Cleaning Operatives in a Clinical setting in Mahon, Cork City
Shift Pattern Monday to Sunday 20 Hours per week
Main duties and responsibilities
- Areas to clean can include but are not limited to the following: Patient Rooms, Operating theatres, Common Areas, Bathrooms, Emergency Areas, Laboratory and Diagnostic areas, Nurse Station, etc.
- Cleaning and sanitising bathrooms, including sinks, toilets, and showers. Replenishing supplies such as toilet paper, soap, and towels.
- Cleaning and sanitising kitchen areas, including countertops, appliances, and floors; ensuring all dishes and utensils are clean and put away.
- Cleaning windows, glass partitions, and mirrors to ensure a clear and streak-free appearance.
- Vacuum carpeted areas of the building where needed. and mop and buff vinyl and /or hard floor areas of the building where needed.
- Performing specific cleaning tasks as required, such as deep cleaning carpets, upholstery, or other designated areas.
- Performing laundry tasks, including washing, drying, folding and make sure linen area and supplies area are re-stocked.
- Collect and remove rubbish and waste material to authorised disposal points.
- Take responsibility for the safe use of all cleaning materials and equipment used in the course of your duties.
- Maintaining organisation in storage areas, closets, and other designated spaces and monitor and replenishing cleaning supplies to ensure availability for daily tasks.
- Keeping accurate cleaning records and preparing reports as needed.
- Display appropriate signage to ensure that occupants of the building are aware on any circumstances that may affect their health and safety whilst cleaning operations are taking place.
- Undertake job related training as and when required. be able to work as part of a cleaning team.
- Be able to provide excellent customer service skills, partnership approach, facilities expert, professional demeanour, effective solutions.
- Show commitment to excellence, assume responsibility,
- Act responsibly to the natural environment and society, and Promote Health and Safety
- Understand safe working practices and health and safety legislation
- Flexible, Honest and reliable
Qualifications and Experience
- Good Work Record
- Previous experience as working as a cleaner is desirable
- Experience in the use of cleaning equipment is desirable
- Flexible approach to working as part of a team.
We look forward to your application
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