Cleaning Operative
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Position Overview & Specifications
Royal Mail P&FS are recruiting for Cleaning Operatives at Parcel Force Worldwide Newport, Unit 21, Maesglas Industrial Estate, Newport NP20 2NN
Job Reference Number: 293036
Pay: Β£9.90 per hour.
Benefits: 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 25 days with service (Pro rota), uniform, PPE, employee referral scheme and Defined Contribution pension scheme plus car parking.
Contract type: Permanent
Working hours: Part time, 10 hours per week, Monday β Saturday.
As part of Royal Mail Property & Facilities Solutions you will work from 20:00 to 22:00 either as part of a team or as the only cleaner on site, ensuring we continue to deliver the high standards of service our customers expect.
About the Role
As a cleaning operative you will be responsible for variety of tasks including mopping, toilet cleaning, washing walls, vacuuming, emptying bins, dusting and sanitising surfaces safely and professionally to a high standard.
We require someone who can operate a variety of cleaning equipment - however full training is provided with a first day induction. This role will be physically challenging and involves manual handling activities.
About You
Previous cleaning experience is desired, but not essential. Naturally friendly, with good written and verbal communication skills, youβll be able to communicate with customers and managers whilst complying with Health & Safety regulations.
The ideal candidate will be reliable, self-motivated with a keen eye for detail. Youβll be able to work on your own initiative, organising your own time, as youβll be managed remotely.
If you are looking for a new and exciting opportunity as a commercial Cleaner then please apply.
About Us
Royal Mail Property & Facilities Solutions is responsible for upgrading and safely maintaining one of the largest corporate real estates and property portfolios in Europe, with over 2,600 sites. Royal Mail Property & Facilities Solutions employs 3000 employees and is owned by Royal Mail Group Ltd.
Five centuries in business has made Royal Mail more than a household name. We connect companies, customers and communities across the country, delivering a βone-price-goes-anywhereβ, universal postal service to more than 29 million addresses across the UK.
What happens next?
After you apply, your application will be reviewed and if you are successful you will be invited to a telephone assessment. This call will last around 15-20 minutes, consisting of 7 questions. There will not be a face to face interview in this process.
Please note, once our maximum number of applications has been reached this vacancy will close.
We are an inclusive employer with equality, diversity and fairness at the heart of our values. We welcome applications from individuals from all different backgrounds and are committed to promoting fair participation and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: National Services & Agencies
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Cleaning Operative roles across Royal Mail Group's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to National Services & Agencies.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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