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Part Time Cleaner – Defence, Government & Energy Role
Compass Group UK&I (ESS Services) is recruiting for a part-time Cleaner (15 hours per week) to join our cleaning and facilities teams, supporting Defence, Government, and Energy sectors. Help us deliver exceptional environments for our clients and customers by ensuring every space is spotless, safe, and hygienic.
About the Role
You’ll work as part of a dedicated team on a structured shift pattern, ensuring facilities meet high standards of cleanliness for defence, police, government, and energy sector environments—including military establishments, secure facilities, offshore rigs, and offshore accommodating units.
Your Shift Pattern (KeyFlex Hyperflex - Half Days)
- Monday: Mornings
- Tuesday: Mornings
- Wednesday: Mornings
- Thursday: Mornings
- Friday: Mornings Saturday/Sunday: Not originally assigned – availability for additional or ad-hoc rostered shifts may be required
Key Responsibilities
- Work alongside cleaning and facilities teams to maintain safe and hygienic environments for clients and customers
- Daily tasks:
- Dusting, sweeping, polishing, mopping, and vacuuming designated areas to a high standard
- Wiping and sanitising surface areas, floors, windows, and all touchpoints on a regular basis
- Responding to spills and messes with prompt action efficiently and cleanly
- Additional duties:
- Emptying and disposing of waste from bins in designated areas
- Monitoring and maintaining stock levels of cleaning products
- Carrying out extra tasks as required by management
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What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking hardworking, detailing-focused individuals who enjoy hands-on work in a service-driven environment.
- Experienced preference (but not essential): Prior cleaning or similar service role experience
- Attention to detail & organisation: Keeping environments consistently clean and tidy
- Enthusiasm for the role: Enjoying repetitive but critical cleaning tasks with a positive attitude
- Flexible approach: Available for ad-hoc shifts, additional training, and task allocation as required
About ESS Services
ES is part of Compass Group UK&I, operating in the defence, government, and energy sectors. We support 250+ UK military establishments, police services, secure environments, and offshore and onshore energy assets (drilling rigs, floatels, offices).


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- Passionate about delivering excellent customer service
- Committed to safety, quality, and productivity
- Focused on delivering results that exceed expectations
Diversity & Belonging
Compass Group UK&I prides itself on fostering an inclusive culture where everyone can flourish. We:
- Embrace diversity of skills, backgrounds, and beliefs
- Offer equal opportunities to grow and advance
- Encourage all team members to contribute their unique insights
- Share value for mutual trust, respect, and support.
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Location: Defence, Government & Energy workplace across the UK Contract Type: Part-time, flexible contract Unison-aligned, Compass Group contract. Job Reference: com/0107/76589001/52350188/BU (Register Interest Find a recognised recruitment agency to discuss opportunities) #Defence
To find more details visit our careers page at www.compass-basedcatering.co.uk
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