Cleaning Operative

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Cardo Group is hiring a Cleaning Operative in Canterbury to restore homes through deep cleaning, mould remediation, sanitisation in vacant and occupied properties, ensuring lettable safe standards. You’ll perform mould treatments, waste removal, keep records, and work with housing officers and maintenance teams while following COSHH and safety rules. Essential: cleaning or facilities management experience, mould remediation knowledge, ability to work independently, good organisation and communication, a full UK driving licence, and experience using mobile recording. Desirable: social housing voids experience, COSHH training, health and safety qualifications. Perks include salary up to £27k, 23 days holiday, company van and toolkit allowance. Apply with a CV showing relevant experience, reliability and customer service, and highlight mould remediation and COSHH.

Who Are We:

Cardo Group is a trusted provider of building maintenance, refurbishment, and retrofit services for social housing and public sector buildings across the UK. With nationwide coverage and skilled local teams, we deliver a reliable end-to-end service that ensures homes and public spaces are safe, sustainable, and well-maintained.

We specialise in responsive repairs and voids, planned maintenance, energy-efficiency upgrades, compliance works, and major improvement programmes. Our approach combines quality workmanship, strong resident communication, and efficient project delivery to achieve the best outcomes for customers and communities.

Driven by ambitious growth plans, we continue to expand our capabilities and adapt to the evolving needs of our clients. Our reputation is built on consistent service delivery, trusted partnerships, and a commitment to doing things the right way. As we grow, so do the opportunities – for our people, our clients, and the communities we support.

Cardo Group is becoming one of the UK’s most forward-thinking maintenance and retrofit providers. Do you want to be part of something great?

We are currently looking for a Cleaning Operative to join our team in Canterbury.

Role Overview:

To undertake the cleaning, clearance, sanitisation, and mould remediation of vacant residential and occupied properties, ensuring homes are returned to a safe, hygienic, and lettable standard. The role involves carrying out specialist mould treatment, deep cleaning, waste removal, and minor property preparation works in accordance with company procedures, health and safety legislation, and customer service standards.

Responsibilities:

• Perform deep cleaning of kitchens, bathrooms, living areas, communal spaces, and external areas to meet agreed lettable standards.
• Identify, assess, and treat mould growth using approved cleaning agents, fungicidal treatments, and specialist equipment.
• Remove mould-contaminated materials where required and prepare surfaces for redecoration.  This may be in occupied or unoccupied properties.
• Undertake mould washing and sanitisation works in accordance with company policies and COSHH regulations.
• Complete minor remedial works associated with damp and mould treatment, including surface preparation, stain blocking, and touch-up decorating. The use of anti mould growth paint.
• Ensure all work is completed efficiently, safely, and within agreed timescales.
• Maintain accurate records of completed works, including photographs, inspection reports, and job sheets.
• Report property defects, health and safety concerns, and safeguarding issues to management.
• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment, tools, vehicles, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, housing officers, maintenance teams, and contractors to achieve service objectives.
• Deliver a professional and customer-focused service at all times.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Comply with all Health and Safety legislation, company policies, and safe working practices.
• Adhere to COSHH regulations when handling cleaning chemicals and mould treatment products.
• Use appropriate PPE, including respiratory protection, gloves, eye protection, and protective clothing.
• Carry out risk assessments and follow method statements where required.
• Ensure waste materials are disposed of in accordance with environmental and company guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and secure working environment.

You Will Need:

Essential Requirements

• Experience in cleaning, property clearance, facilities management, social housing, or property maintenance environments.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques, hygiene standards, and mould remediation processes.
• Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Understanding of health and safety requirements and safe manual handling procedures.
• Ability to use mobile devices or electronic systems to record completed work.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience working within social housing or void property services.
• Knowledge of damp and mould diagnosis and prevention.
• COSHH awareness training.
• Manual Handling certification.
• Health and Safety qualification or relevant industry training.

Personal Attributes

• Reliable and self-motivated.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Professional and customer-focused approach.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing workloads.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety, and workmanship.

Working Conditions

The role involves working within vacant residential properties and may require frequent lifting, carrying, bending, climbing stairs, and the use of cleaning chemicals and specialist mould treatment products. Appropriate training and PPE will be provided.

We Will Provide:

• Excellent development and progression opportunities
• 23 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Competitive salary up to £27,000
• Range of Salary Sacrifice Schemes [holiday purchase, EV schemes, AVC Pension contributions]
• Company Van + fuel card
• Tool voucher – annual allowance to purchase tools
• Wellbeing Resources and Counselling services
• Retail & Lifestyle Discount Platform
• Enhanced Family Leave Provisions
• Recognition initiatives and awards

Please note all our roles are subject to Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.

Why Join Cardo Group?

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. Diverse perspectives strengthen our business, drive innovation, and help us better serve the communities we work with.

Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion is rooted in our core values:

Teamwork – We collaborate, support one another, and achieve more together.

Integrity – We act with honesty, fairness, and transparency in everything we do.

Excellence – We set high standards and deliver quality for our people and our customers.

Respect – We value every individual and create a space where all voices are heard.

We ensure fair opportunities, embrace diverse backgrounds and experiences, and foster a culture where everyone truly belongs.

Join us on our ambitious, exciting, and inclusive journey.