Location: Haslar, Gosport
Role Type: Permanent – Full Time
Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow – we’re creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations, our mission is to empower and protect lives.
Join us as a Property Service Operative at our Haslar site, where you’ll play a key role in keeping our facilities operating smoothly and safely, supporting essential defence work across the UK.
The Role
As a Property Service Operative, you’ll support the delivery of high-quality operations across our Haslar site. Around 70% of your role will focus on cleaning duties, helping to maintain the highest standards of hygiene and presentation across our facilities. You’ll also assist with general maintenance and operational support, ensuring the site remains safe, efficient and welcoming for all who work there.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career with clear progression within QinetiQ’s Estates and Facilities team.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Carrying out a variety of cleaning duties, ensuring all areas of the site are maintained to a high standard
* Supporting property operations through general maintenance, grounds upkeep, escorting and other service-related tasks
* Installing and maintaining site signage as required
* Assisting in resolving customer issues and ensuring outstanding service delivery
Essential experience of the Property Service Operative:
* Experience in cleaning, maintenance or a similar operational role
* Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload effectively
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including
* Computer literate and confident using basic systems or digital tools
* Awareness of manual handling and health and safety practices
Essential qualifications for the Property Service Operative:
* Full valid UK driving licence as travel to support at our other sites is required.
* Ability to safely deploy equipment and follow site processes
* Relevant experience or training in a cleaning or facilities environment
We value difference, and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education. If you can demonstrate the required level of experience and a willingness to learn, we’d love to hear from you.
This role is full-time, based at our Haslar site. Working hours are 6:00am – 2:30pm Monday to Thursday, and 6:00am – 2:00pm on Fridays.
About Haslar
Our facilities at the Haslar Marine Technology Park are state-of-the-art, featuring our ocean basin rotating arm and marine towing tank, offering an unparalleled environment for testing and refining designs. Our marine technology capabilities deliver world-class hydrodynamic model tests of surface ships, submarines, offshore structures, and renewable energy devices.
Why Join QinetiQ?
As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for our success is simple — innovation, collaboration, and the courage to take on complex challenges.
You’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds and disciplines come together to solve complex problems. Through teamwork, diverse thinking, and shared purpose, you’ll help us deliver technology and solutions that make a real difference.
Learn more about life at QinetiQ here: www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq
Our Benefits
* Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
* Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
* Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance, and Dental Insurance
* Employee discount portal: personal accident insurance, travel insurance, restaurants, cinema tickets, and more
* Support for the Armed Forces community through our Gold Award Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
* Volunteering opportunities supporting local communities and charities
Our Recruitment Process
We’re committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience where everyone feels valued and supported. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let your recruiter know.
Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.
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