Cleaner 12.5hrs – Lochrin Square, Edinburgh Operations Lochrin Square

Job Description

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