You can get into this job through:
Entry requirements:
You could do a college course, which would teach you some of the skills and knowledge you need in this job. Relevant courses include:
Entry requirements:
You could specialise in working in hospitals and medical centres by doing a healthcare cleaning operative intermediate apprenticeship.
Entry requirements:
There are no set requirements if you want to apply directly for jobs, but previous cleaning experience would be useful.
You can do specialist training through The British Institute of Cleaning Science .
Digital skills : to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device
Skills:Industrial cleaners clear up after fires, floods and crime scenes, as well as places that need to be hygienically clean.
You couldwash out boilers, tanks and vats with high pressure hoses; remove dust and ash with industrial vacuuming equipment; decontaminate work areas and machinery; mix cleaning chemicals in the correct amounts; sandblast the outsides of building and structures; work from cradles or mobile access platforms to reach higher levels; safely store cleaning equipment and dispose of hazardous waste; clean and disinfect areas following strict standards and procedures; remove graffiti; report potential hazards to supervisors
Location : You could work at a client's business, in the community or visit sites.
Environment : Your working environment may be in conditions that some may find unpleasant, cramped, physically active, at height and involve using chemicals.
Uniform : You may need to wear protective clothing.