Cleaner / Janitor
| Posting date: | 16 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £15.18 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 January 2026 |
| Location: | Cramlington, Northumberland, NE231WA |
| Company: | GI Group Main Account |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | MW260116248440_1768565673 |
Summary
Cleaner / Janitor
Location: Cramlington (Onsite)
Pay Rate: £15.18 per hour
Hours: 6am-6pm - 4 on 4 off rotation
Duration: 6 months (potential for extension or conversion)
Start Date: ASAP
Overtime: Potentially available
Dress Code: casual clothing. Hi Viz and safety boots provided.
Are you a reliable, detail-oriented candidate seeking your next opportunity? Do you have experience in cleaning and take pride in maintaining high standards? Gi Group is recruiting enthusiastic Cleaners/Janitors to join a leading facility in Cramlington.
The Role:
As a Cleaner/Janitor, you'll play a key part in keeping our client's site in top condition, ensuring all areas are clean, safe, and well-presented for staff and visitors. You will be responsible for:
* Daily cleaning of labs, washrooms, offices, hallways, and cafeteria areas
* Providing waste disposal and recycling services
* General upkeep including dusting, window cleaning, and polishing fixtures
* Responding to customer requests for cleaning, waste, moving, replacement of lights, etc.
* Completing facility projects, such as stripping and waxing floors, and cleaning air diffusers
* Exterior maintenance including litter picking, sweeping walkways, and snow/ice clearance
* Replenishing dispensers (paper, soap, and production garments)
* Maintaining inventory of cleaning and maintenance supplies
* Supporting with porter duties such as moving boxes, furniture, and workstations
* Other duties as required
About You:
We're seeking committed individuals with experience in cleaning or a maintenance environment. You will need to be self-motivated, able to work both independently and as part of a team, and demonstrate strong attention to detail.
The ideal candidate will have:
* Good communication skills (spoken and written)
* The flexibility to work shifts (B pattern: 4 on, 4 off)
* The ability to follow instructions and meet deadlines
* Proficiency in English
* A positive, solution-focused attitude
* An understanding of working in a pharmaceutical or food processing environment (Desirable)
* Awareness of Health & Safety and manual handling
Physical Requirements:
* Some tasks are routine/repetitive; the role may involve exposure to dust, mild fumes, or temperature changes
* Occasional movement of furniture/boxes; general porter duties
* Mainly indoor work with some exterior duties as required
What We Offer:
* Competitive pay rate of £15.18 per hour
* Opportunity to work within a respected organisation
* Onsite facilities and supportive team environment
* Full-time shifts with possibility of overtime
* Ongoing support from Gi Group
Recruitment Process:
* Interview to be held onsite with hiring manager and team member
* Standard background check required
Ready to apply?
If you are hard-working, adaptable, and passionate about maintaining clean and safe environments, we want to hear from you! Click Apply Now or contact Gi Group for more information.
Should you require any support or assistance on your application, please contact your local Gi Group office directly.
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