Portsmouth, United Kingdom | Posted on 22/07/2025
With a wide range of roles available nationwide, you can find your perfect fit at Anchor. A company is nothing without the people in it, and we pride ourselves on our commitment to you, and with perks like our own employee assistance programme, wage advances with 'Wagestream', and a dedicated manager, we are industry leading employers.
With hundreds of accredited online training options through our own Anchor Academy, you will be given the opportunity to progress your career in a way that suits you.
Apply today and become part of Team Anchor, we are excited to be a part of your journey.
Job Description
Job Role: Relief Cleaning Operative
Location:Covering various sites in Portsmouth, Southampton, and Fareham.
Reporting to:Operations Manager
Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen at Anchor Group Services, for an experienced cleaner to join the cleaning team in the Hampshire area.
The successful candidate will be required to carry out a range of cleaning tasks, safely and professionally, to a high standard. You must be able to demonstrate good attention to detail, have the ability to communicate on all levels and provide flexibility to cover additional shifts, as and when required.
As a Relief Cleaning Operative, you will be required to provide support to the cleaning teams across sites in Portsmouth, Southampton and Fareham - access to your own transport will be required.
Duties include:
* Cleaning of designated areas, ensuring the agreed cleaning specification is completed, as per the site instructions
* Emptying of bins, ensuring recycled waste is disposed of correctly
* Attending to spillages by making sure they are cleaned up, within an efficient timeframe, to prevent accidents and ensure site and staff safety
* Following H&S and COSHH regulations
* Use of site-specific equipment, machinery and handling chemicals
* Proactive interaction with on-site clients and customers, offering superb customer service.
* Use of site-specific equipment, machinery and handling chemicals
* Carrying out any other reasonable management requests
Requirements
* An understanding of COSHH
* Good verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to work independently and use initiative
* Flexibility to cover shifts as and when required
* Reliable and responsible with a flexible approach to work
* Access to your own transport
* Willingness to travel to sites in Portsmouth, Southampton and Fareham.
* Access to a range of nationally recognised courses to help further your career, via the Anchor Academy
* Access to First Aid training at discounted rates, with financial support available
* Auto Enrolment Pension (if earnings reach the minimum requirement for auto-enrolment)
* Wagestream - access to pay as you earn it
* Cycle to Work Scheme Available
* Full uniform provided
* Free Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 including access to counselling
* Hospital Saturday Fund
* Reward and Recognition awards
What's Next?
If you would like to be considered for this position, APPLY NOW and we will be in touch.
Other companies may call this role: Cleaner, Housekeeper, Cleaning Specialist, Cleaning Personnel, Waste Management, Customer Cleanliness Services
Within commuting distance of: Portsmouth, Southampton, Fareham, Gosport, Havant, Waterlooville, Eastleigh, Hedge End, Chichester, Petersfield, Winchester, Andover, and Basingstoke.
Anchor Group Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran disability or genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law in employment.
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