Cleaning Operative (Part Time, Weekend Opportunity)

Quotient Sciences is a drug development and manufacturing accelerator providing integrated programs and tailored services across the entire development pathway. Cutting through silos across a range of drug development capabilities, we help biotech and pharma customers save precious time and money in getting drugs to patients.

We employ more than 1,100 talented individuals globally, located at state-of-the-art development, manufacturing and clinical facilities in the UK and USA. Science, Agility and Culture are the core components that define Quotient Sciences, enabling us to do what we do in the way that we do it.

People join Quotient Sciences because we are a respected member of the drug development community that’s focused on innovation and are driven by an unswerving belief that ideas need to become solutions, and molecules need to become cures, fast. Because humanity needs solutions, fast.

The Role
We are looking for a part time Cleaning Operative to work weekends at our clinic. As cleaning operative you will work in Clinical and non-clinical areas providing and maintain the highest standard of cleaning. You will work in accordance with Quotient Sciences Policies and Procedures including COSHH, Manual Handling, Health and Safety, Infection Control and attend annual training.
Main tasks and responsibilities

• The role involves cleaning in Clinical and non-clinical areas, ensuring at all times the highest degree of cleanliness, safety and care.
• Responsibilities will include deep cleaning tasks such as hard floors, fixtures and fittings including sanitary areas of toilets, bath/shower areas.
• Replenishment of disposable commodities, i.e., soap, gel and hand towels as required and the removal of waste from all areas to designated collection points.
• Work in partnership with the Clinical Team, Facilities Team.
• Assist in monitoring and maintaining cleaning standards and infection control practices in the department as appropriate.
• Maintain the integrity and reputation of the department by effective communication and harmonious attitudes with volunteers, colleagues and visitors.
• Complete stock requisitions
• Safe use of cleaning equipment.
• Use effective and efficient cleansing/decontamination techniques across a range of skills.
• Removal of waste from wards, laboratory and offices to designated collection points, use of polishing/scrubbing machines for maintenance of hard floors. use of sweeper, scrubber dryer and burnishing equipment.
• Safe handling of cleaning agents and dilution ratios. Hazardous chemicals to be kept securely in storage areas when not in use.
• Descale toilets, showerheads, tiles using specialist chemicals. Carry out specialist cleaning when required / with relevant training in: Pharmacy, Laboratories
• Undertaking any other relevant duties which are delegated from time to time.

Qualifications and experience required for competent performance.

• Must have relevant experience in cleaning multi-function areas.
• Must possess excellent communication skills in speaking, writing, and listening.
• Good interpersonal attributes
• Excellent decision-making ability
• Good organisation and time keeping skills.
• Must be proactive in the line of duty.
• The ability and willingness to work as part of a team.

Please note, this is a part time weekend role, hours of work will be Saturday and Sunday from 12 - 16.00 (clinic based)

Application Requirements
When applying for a position with Quotient Sciences to be able to work in our organisation you must be aged 18 years or over and not have been debarred by the FDA. If you indicate you are under the age of 18 or have been debarred then your application will be automatically declined.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Quotient Sciences are advocates for positive change and conscious inclusion. We strive to create a diverse Quotient workforce and develop a workplace culture that provides a sense of acceptance for every person within our organisation. As a global employer, we recognise the value in having an organisation that is a true reflection and representation of our society today.
Specifically we will not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.
This applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.