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At the Gateway Group, you'll have a real opportunity to grow within your role, and take your ambitions further. Talent is highly valued here, so just show us what you can do. You'll find Gateway a positive, welcoming, social place.

You'll be part of a team of committed people who look to support each other and are proud of the trusted, knowledgeable services they provide and the highest standard of customer service. We encourage diversity among our employees and respect each other. If you share our values, join us and grow with us.

Current Opportunities

Role: Cleaner and Grounds Maintenance Operative
Location: Southend-on-Sea

Posted 24th June 2025

Cleaner and Grounds Maintenance Operative

As we continue to grow, we seek passionate and driven individuals with cleaning and gardening skills to join our friendly team.

This role offers diverse responsibilities, including maintaining communal areas across residential developments in Southend, it’s surrounding areas and London, including, but not limited to:

Gardening Duties:

Grass cutting and lawn maintenance
Hedge trimming and shaping
Strimming and edging grass areas
Weed spraying and removal
Pruning trees, shrubs, and plants
General garden tidying and waste disposal

Communal Cleaning Duties:

Hoovering carpets and floors in communal areas
Dusting and polishing furniture, fixtures, and surfaces
Washing down walls, doors, and skirting boards
Sweeping and mopping hard floors

Essentials for the Role

We are looking for someone who takes pride in maintaining consistently high standards of work. A naturally proactive individual with a keen eye for detail, the ideal candidate will be reliable, conscientious, and always strive to exceed client expectations.

Works well independently and as part of a team
Maintains a professional and friendly approach at all times
Follows health and safety procedures at all times
Shows initiative in identifying and addressing issues
Is physically fit and able to carry out manual tasks
Has a full, clean driving license (essential for the role)

What is in it for you?

Joining Gateway means you’ll have a real opportunity to grow within your role and take your ambitions further. Growth is highly encouraged here, so show us your potential. You’ll find Gateway to be a supportive and welcoming place to develop and thrive.

The Perks You’ll Love:

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Seasonal company-wide events, including Christmas party
Casual social events throughout the year
Opportunities for professional growth, including training support
Generous company pension plan
Exciting company membership programmes
Employee referral incentive

You’ll be part of a team of committed people who support one another each day and are proud of the trusted, knowledgeable services they provide.

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