Cleaner 12.5hrs - Lochrin Square, Edinburgh

 Purpose of the Role

To clean reception area, lifts, toilets and site gym

Key Responsibilities

Reception Area Responsibilities

· Vacuum and mop floors to maintain a clean, presentable entrance.

· Wipe and sanitise reception desks, surfaces, and entrance glass to remove fingerprints and visible marks.

· Clean high‑touch points such as door handles, switches, and handrails.

· Dust ledges, skirting boards, and accessible surfaces to maintain a tidy appearance.

· Arrange furniture neatly and keep seating areas presentable.

· Spot‑clean visible marks on walls, floors, and glass.

· Report faults or hazards (e.g., damaged furniture, lighting issues).

Lift (Elevator) Responsibilities

· Clean and disinfect lift buttons, rails, and doors, which are high‑touch points.

· Wipe interior walls and mirrors to remove smudges and fingerprints.

· Sweep and mop lift floors using appropriate cleaning products.

· Check for odours and spills and address them promptly.

· Report mechanical or safety issues (e.g., flickering lights, unusual noises).

· Ensure hazard signs are used if cleaning requires the lift to be temporarily out of service.

Toilet/Washroom Responsibilities

· Clean and disinfect toilets, urinals, sinks, taps, and counters thoroughly.

· Clean mirrors and polish chrome fixtures.

· Sweep and mop floors with disinfectant, ensuring slip‑resistant surfaces.

· Restock consumables such as toilet paper, soap, paper towels, and sanitary bags.

· Empty sanitary bins and waste bins safely and hygienically.

· Spot‑clean partitions, doors, and walls to remove marks.

· Check for leaks, blockages, or damage and leave report for site management.

· Use correct PPE and chemical handling procedures in line with safety standards.

General Responsibilities Across All Areas

· Use correct cleaning equipment and materials for each surface.

· Erect hazard warning signs (wet floor, cleaning in progress).

· Follow organisational cleaning standards and schedules.

· Store cleaning equipment safely after use.

· Dispose of used cleaning materials correctly and follow recycling procedures.

· Maintain professional conduct when working around staff or visitors.

Gym Cleaning Responsibilities (Small Site Gym)

Equipment & Workout Area

• Wipe down and disinfect all machines (treadmills, bikes) focusing on handles, seats, buttons, and grips.

• Remove chalk, and spills from floors and equipment immediately to prevent slips.

• Check and restock sanitising wipe stations and hand‑sanitiser points.

Floors & General Areas

• Sweep and mop rubber flooring using appropriate disinfectant.

• Spot‑clean mirrors, glass panels, and touch-height surfaces to remove fingerprints and smudges.

• Empty gym waste bin

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

· Essential Skills

· Attention to detail — spotting marks, smudges, spills, and areas needing extra care

· Time management — completing multiple areas (reception, lifts, toilets, gym) within shift windows

· Independence & reliability — working alone with minimal supervision and maintaining high standards

· Operation of cleaning tools — steam cleaners, buffers, vacuums, disinfectant sprayers

Relevant Experience

· Commercial cleaning experience in offices, public buildings, or hospitality environments (reception & lifts).

· Washroom sanitation experience, including disinfecting toilets, sinks, partitions, and restocking consumables.

Weekly Hours - 12.5 per week / Salary £12.71 p/h

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