Salary: £17.00 per hour
Hours: 40 hours, any 5 days out of 7 (including weekends), start time 7am
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Welcome to Sasse, the Home of a family, a business that thrives on the potential of our people and the success of our teamwork. We are currently recruiting for a Full-time Technical Cleaning Operative for Thames Valley Police. We are looking for candidates with a positive, can-do attitude and a strong ambition to develop and grow within the role.
The Role
As a Technical Cleaning Operative, you will deliver specialist cleaning, decontamination, and sanitisation services across a variety of client locations in Berkshire, Oxfordshire, and Buckinghamshire. You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and safety through a range of technical cleaning activities, including deep cleaning, biohazard and trauma cleaning, infection control, window and high-level cleaning, floor maintenance, and emergency response cleaning. Working in line with company procedures, industry standards, and Health & Safety regulations, you will help ensure safe, compliant, and hygienic environments for clients, staff, and the public while providing a professional and reliable service across multiple sites.
Key Responsibilities
Operate specialist floor care machinery including buffers, scrubbers, and polishing equipment
Strip, scrub, buff, seal, and refinish hard surface flooring using appropriate methods and chemicals
Deep clean and maintain carpets in accordance with BSI PAS 86 standards and approved industry practices
Carry out window cleaning using reach-and-wash systems and traditional cleaning methods
Deep clean washroom facilities, including descaling, sanitising, and sterilising surfaces
Operate high-level dust extraction and cleaning equipment
Respond promptly to scheduled and emergency cleaning requests, including out-of-hours callouts
Carry out specialist cleaning, decontamination, sanitisation, and infection control services in environments affected by biological contamination, bodily fluids, hazardous waste, and other high-risk incidents
Safely identify, handle, and dispose of sharps and hazardous materials in accordance with company procedures and legislation
Conduct dynamic risk assessments and implement appropriate control measures before and during cleaning activities
Wear and maintain Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) correctly
Complete job reports and documentation accurately following each assignment
Maintain cleaning equipment, vehicles, stock levels, and consumables to ensure operational readiness
Set up and remove safety barriers and signage to protect colleagues, clients, and members of the public
Adhere to site security procedures, access requirements, and confidentiality standards
Report hazards, defects, incidents, and equipment faults promptly to management
Essential Requirements
Flexibility to work varied shifts
A basic understanding of COSHH and a willingness to learn and follow Health & Safety procedures
Ability to operate industrial cleaning equipment
Attention to detail and ability to work independently or in a team
Must be willing to have the Level 3 Police Clearance, which will be paid for by the company
Valid driver's license (category B) and a willingness to travel is essential to this role
Why Join Sasse?
Sasse is a company that prides itself on being at the forefront of technology and recognising the value of people in our organisation. We value our customers and believe that customers and people should be the focus of everything that we do. If that sounds like you, and you want to be part of a fantastic team with uncapped opportunity, we would love to hear from you.
Sasse is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and experience levels.
Benefits
Access to company reward & recognition platform
A company van is provided for work duties only
Blue Light Discount
Uniform provided (HMRC rebate applicable)
Enhanced pay rate for any voluntary call-out (non-contractual)
Opportunities for professional development, training, and advancement
Positive and supportive work environment
Company Pension Scheme
Cycle-to-work scheme available through salary sacrifice
Exclusive discount scheme: you and your family & friends can benefit from over 3,000 offers on high street and leisure brands
You may have experience in the following: Cleaning Operative, Cleaner, Technical Cleaner, Industrial Cleaner, Specialist Cleaner, Biohazard Cleaner, Trauma Cleaner, Deep Cleaning Operative, Facilities Cleaner, Contract Cleaner, Window Cleaner, Floor Care Operative etc
Salary description
£17.00 - £17.00 per hour