Cleaner job description
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Use this free Cleaner job description template to write a clear, effective ad. Copy it, fill in the details in brackets, and post your role on Rolebee.
What does a Cleaner do?
A Cleaner keeps premises clean, hygienic, and presentable — carrying out cleaning tasks reliably and safely across offices, sites, or homes.
Cleaner responsibilities
- Clean and sanitise floors, surfaces, and bathrooms
- Empty bins and manage waste and recycling
- Restock supplies such as soap and paper
- Use cleaning chemicals and equipment safely
- Report maintenance issues and hazards
- Follow cleaning schedules and checklists
Cleaner requirements
Split your requirements into genuine must-haves and nice-to-haves. Long "essential" lists deter strong applicants, so keep the must-haves to the few that truly matter.
- Must have: Reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail
- Must have: Ability to carry out physical cleaning tasks
- Must have: Understanding of safe chemical handling
- Must have: Ability to work independently
- Nice to have: Previous commercial or industrial cleaning experience
- Nice to have: A police check where required
- Nice to have: A current driver's licence for multi-site work
Cleaner job description template
Copy this template, fill in the bracketed details, and adjust it to your business. Adding a salary range will noticeably increase the number of applications you receive.
Cleaner [Company] · [Location / Remote] · [Full time / Part time] ABOUT THE ROLE A Cleaner keeps premises clean, hygienic, and presentable — carrying out cleaning tasks reliably and safely across offices, sites, or homes. WHAT YOU'LL DO • Clean and sanitise floors, surfaces, and bathrooms • Empty bins and manage waste and recycling • Restock supplies such as soap and paper • Use cleaning chemicals and equipment safely • Report maintenance issues and hazards • Follow cleaning schedules and checklists WHAT YOU'LL BRING Must have: • Reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail • Ability to carry out physical cleaning tasks • Understanding of safe chemical handling • Ability to work independently Nice to have: • Previous commercial or industrial cleaning experience • A police check where required • A current driver's licence for multi-site work WHAT WE OFFER • Salary: [range] • [Benefits, flexibility, growth] HOW TO APPLY Apply with your resume — we review every application and reply within [timeframe].
Tips to attract the best candidates
- Include a salary range — it's the single biggest driver of applications.
- Lead with what the candidate gets, not just what you need.
- Keep the ad scannable: short intro, clear responsibilities, honest requirements.
- Post it where the right people will see it, and feature it for urgent roles.
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