Environmental Services Assistant - Grays, United Kingdom - Savills Management Resources

Savills Management Resources

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Grays, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Description

Purpose of the Role

The purpose of the environmental services assistant role is to work with other team members to clean the common areas safely and efficiently.

You are responsible for the day to day cleaning of specifically agreed areas to the required standards.

You will be expected to present a professional, friendly image at all times.

You will have the ability to work both individually and within a team.

You will be capable of carrying out your duties without constant supervision and be proactive in ensuring your area of responsibility meets the highest possible standards of cleanliness and safety.

Key Responsibilities

Use of various machines in accordance with requirements including scrubber dryers, rotary scrubber, escalator cleaners, pressure washers, vacuum cleaning machines etc
To follow all of the departmental procedures and schedules correctly at all times.
To ensure that all waste is dealt with appropriately, emptying and cleaning bins when necessary. (Bins can weigh up to 3 kilos).
To comply with all of the health and safety procedures for the department including COSHH machinery check sheets, PPE.
Ensure good knowledge of all facilities and processes in order to deal with customer's queries, complaints and compliments in line with company procedure
Ensure the safe disposal of clinical waste and sharps as per policy.
To communicate and liaise with team leaders and colleagues to ensure a smooth running of the department.
To maintain all of the sanitary areas to the required standard, replenishing supplies as required.
To report any maintenance defects relating to the building and its fixtures and fittings.
Cleaning of all public accessible areas.
Sweeping, mopping and cleaning floors (both inside and outside).
Cleaning public and staff toilets (both male and female).
Emptying bins and removing rubbish.
Cleaning low level windows and glass.
Cleaning walls (including pillars) and signage (both internal and external).
Cleaning stairs, stairwells, ramps, lifts and escalators.
Cleaning of staff rooms, facilities, offices, control room and kitchens and where appropriate external entrances, perimeters and walkways including gardening areas.
Cleaning corridors and back of house areas.
Cleaning barriers, vending machines, fixtures and fittings.
Waste; sorting into appropriate containers, removing cardboard and other items for recycling.
Completing daily forms to support work carried out.
Compliance with all workrelated health and safety regulations at all times.
Any other reasonable task requested by a member of the supervisory/management team.
Be aware of your responsibilities and adhere to all company's safety guidelines including wearing of all personal protective equipment.
Undertake any further duties as requested by any member of the supervision / management team.
Have pride in the centre; ensuring that you deliver consistently high standards of customer service at all times, thereby promoting a professional and welcoming atmosphere.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

Person specification:

Confident/friendly disposition
Ability to handle heavy equipment and machinery used in cleaning
Ability to walk, bend, push, pull and lift repetitively during working hours
Selfmotivated with ability to identify and complete needed tasks without direct supervision
Good communication skills both verbal and written
Flexible/supportive team player

Qualifications and experience:

Desirable: