Cleaning Operative

Cleaning Operative - Fixed term until 31/03/2027
Edinburgh Bus Station

Salary: £26,205 - £26,525 (pro rata for part time)
Hours: 28 per week, 52 weeks

Working Pattern: Monday - Sunday - 09:00 - 14:36 & 15:00 - 20:36 (4 on 2 off rotational shift pattern.)

As a cleaner with the City of Edinburgh Council, you'll be a key member of our Facilities Management team. You'll deliver a vital cleaning service across our estate to ensure our properties are safe and clean places to work or learn in. Enjoy secure and flexible employment with above-market rates and excellent conditions, whilst being able to balance family, caring or studying commitments.

• Trusted employer
• Security offered by permanent positions
• Flexible hours to suit (morning, evening or daytime) from 10 to 36 hours
• Sessional hours (school term only) available on some posts
• Paid annual leave (where applicable)
• Excellent pension scheme
• Opportunities to progress to supervisory level
• Employee benefits and colleague discount scheme
• Community connection - looking after your community's essential buildings used by your family, friends and neighbours.
• As part of our team, you will be valued and respected with a key focus on training and development.

MAJOR TASKS/JOB ACTIVITIES

• To empty litter and recycling bins.
• The cleaning of all surfaces, internal glass, floors, furniture, fixtures and fittings within a group of buildings.
• The cleaning of all sanitary areas, toilets and showers and the replenishment of washroom consumables.
• Emergency and re-active cleaning as required, e.g. removal of graffiti, body fluid spillages, accidental spillages.
• The care and cleanliness of all equipment used in carrying out the above duties.
• Other tasks as may reasonably be required that relate to the role, including supporting cleaning tasks across other buildings where required.
• The post holder will be required to deliver to the cleaning specification requirements and to cooperate with performance measurement so that the overall agreed standards are met.

City of Edinburgh Council

Continue Your Service in a Career That Makes a Difference

A career with the City of Edinburgh Council offers the opportunity to continue making a positive impact on people's lives. Supporting more than half a million residents across Scotland's capital, the Council delivers hundreds of essential services and employs over 19,000 colleagues working across communities, schools, care services, infrastructure, digital, and business support.

For service leavers, veterans, reservists, and military families, the transition into civilian employment can be both exciting and challenging. The City of Edinburgh Council recognises the experience, values, and skills developed through military service and welcomes applications from members of the Armed Forces community.

Whether your background is in leadership, logistics, engineering, communications, administration, project management, operations, or people management, there are opportunities to build a rewarding civilian career while continuing to serve others.

Why Veterans and Service Leavers Choose the City of Edinburgh Council

Your Experience Matters

Military careers develop skills that are highly valued across local government. Leadership, teamwork, adaptability, problem solving, resilience, and a commitment to public service are qualities that help colleagues succeed throughout the Council.

Many roles do not require previous local government experience. What matters is your ability to learn, collaborate, and bring your unique experiences to support the communities of Edinburgh.

A Purpose-Driven Career

If you're looking for a role with meaning, the City of Edinburgh Council provides opportunities to continue making a difference. Whether supporting vulnerable residents, helping young people succeed, improving digital services, or maintaining essential infrastructure, your work will have a direct impact on the city and the people who live there.

Support Through Transition

The Council understands that changing careers can feel daunting. Colleagues are supported through training, learning and development opportunities, and access to mentoring and professional development programmes designed to help people grow and progress.

Flexible and hybrid working options are available in many roles, helping individuals and families achieve a healthy work life balance.