Window Cleaner

About the role

This position is for an experienced window cleaning operative who can work across a range of access methods, including BMU, MEWP, water-fed pole systems, and traditional techniques. Training will be provided where needed for BMU or MEWP use.

What you will do

• Complete window cleaning assignments allocated by the supervisor or line manager, making sure work is carried out safely and on time.
• Operate company-provided specialist tools and equipment to remove dirt, marks, and allergens effectively.
• Carry out scheduled deep-cleaning work as required by client agreements.
• Respond to specialist cleaning requests from management or clients and adapt methods or equipment to suit the task.
• Be available for urgent callouts and attend emergency cleaning needs promptly at different locations.
• Work in line with company and client policies, as well as legal requirements covering health and safety, safe systems of work, hygiene, cleanliness, fire safety, and COSHH.
• Identify and report potential hazards such as blocked or locked fire doors, following client and company procedures.
• Escalate customer complaints or positive feedback, and take practical remedial action where possible.
• Report any accident, fire, theft, loss, damage, or other unusual incident immediately to the line manager or supervisor.

Requirements

• Must have the legal right to work in the UK.
• A full UK driving licence is essential.
• Previous window cleaning experience is required, and experience working at height or on high-rise buildings is preferred.
• Ability to work independently with good self-motivation and initiative, while also following instructions and contributing to a team.
• Availability for an 8-hour shift, usually from 6:00am to 2:00pm, with variations depending on site, client needs, and other factors.
• Some weekend work and out-of-hours cover will be needed, planned in advance and paid as overtime.
• A professional approach at all times.

About the company

OCS UK & Ireland is a major facilities management provider with more than 50,000 colleagues and annual turnover above £2bn. The business delivers services across facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security, and catering, and is focused on improving places for colleagues, customers, and communities through its TRUE values: Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

Benefits

• Award-winning employer recognition, including a place among Glassdoor’s Best Companies to Work For 2025.
• Access to digital learning through the OCS Academy.
• Retail discounts, rewards, and wellbeing support through the Hapi app.
• Opportunities for professional development, with 600+ live learners across the UK and Ireland.
• Flexible pay access via the Wagestream app, where available on contract-specific terms.

Equal opportunity statement

OCS says it welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive workplace. Hiring decisions are made without regard to race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.

How to apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit an application and register interest in the role. Job alerts may also be enabled during registration to receive updates on similar vacancies.