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≈ $27k – $51k per year (Estimated)
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In office (Darlington)
Employment
Full-Time

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 23, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 21, 2026. ABM UK scores B on the Alion truth index.

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ABM UK is the UK and Ireland business of the US facility services group ABM Industries, run from London and serving offices, airports, rail networks, hospitals, data centres and other major sites. The business employs more than 10,000 team members and delivers cleaning, engineering, security, aviation passenger services and mission critical facility services across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. It hires cleaning and waste operatives, night cleaning managers, mechanical and multiskilled electrical engineers, CCTV and dual service officers, passenger service agents and QHSE advisors.

JOB TITLE: Cleaning Operative

SHIFT PATTERN: Day shifts, 4 on 4 off

PAY RATE: Competitive

If you require any additional support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please don't hesitate to contact our Recruitment Department at . We're here to help!

ABM UK, a leader in facility services, is seeking dedicated Waste/Cleaning Operatives to ensure that our clients’ environments are kept clean and safe. As a Waste/Cleaning Operative, you will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and waste management in various locations, which may include offices, shopping centers, and industrial sites.

Your primary duties will include waste collection, recycling management, general cleaning tasks, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. You will play a crucial role in creating a welcoming and hygienic environment for staff and visitors alike.

We are looking for reliable individuals who take pride in their work and are committed to teamwork and excellence. At ABM UK, we support our employees with ongoing training and career development opportunities.

Responsibilities

  • Collect and dispose of waste according to company policies.
  • Carry out cleaning tasks in designated areas to ensure high cleanliness standards.
  • Monitor and maintain cleanliness of equipment and cleaning supplies.
  • Report any maintenance or safety issues to your supervisor promptly.
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Assist in recycling efforts by correctly sorting materials.
  • Provide excellent customer service by interacting respectfully with staff and visitors.

Requirements

  • Experience in cleaning or waste management is preferred but not essential.
  • Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to tasks.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Willingness to work flexible hours including weekends.
  • Understanding of health and safety practices in the workplace.
  • Physical ability to perform tasks that require lifting and moving equipment or materials.

Benefits

We’re proud to offer a great range of benefits including:

  • 24/7 GP: Both you and your immediate family can speak to a UK-based GP from the comfort of your own home
  • Mental Health support and Life Event Counseling
  • Get Fit Programme
  • Financial and legal support
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Access Perks at Work, our innovative employee app where you can find:
  • Perks: discounts, gift cards, cashback, and exclusive offers
  • Life: Search for resources and tools on topics ranging from family and life to health, money and work
  • Support: Online chat or telephone service for urgent support in a crisis

For more information about ABM’s benefits, visit our careers page

ABOUT US

ABM is one of the world’s largest providers of integrated facility services. A driving force for a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable world, ABM provides essential services that improve the spaces and places that matter most. ABM offers a comprehensive array of facility services that includes cleaning, engineering, parking, electrical & lighting, energy solutions, HVAC & mechanical, security, and mission critical solutions. ABM delivers these custom facility solutions to properties across a wide range of industries - from commercial office buildings to schools, airports, hospitals, data centres, manufacturing plants and distribution centres, entertainment venues and more. In the UK we’re proud to service icon sites across the country with more than 10,000 team members. For more information, visit www.abm.co.uk.

ABM are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief. We are proud members of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme.

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