Background
The Rubicon Centre is seeking a Cleaner to oversee daily cleaning of its two-story building, ensuring a clean, safe, and professional environment for all staff, clients, and visitors. This position plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the building and contributes to the overall image and functionality of the Rubicon Centre.
The successful candidate will be responsible for routine cleaning duties, ensuring that building facilities are operating efficiently. This is a hands-on role for someone who is reliable, takes initiative, and wants to contribute to the clients' overall experience within the Centre.
About the Rubicon Centre )
Launched in 2006 as a campus-based incubator, the Rubicon Centre has grown steadily and continues to support entrepreneurs from all backgrounds as part of the MTU campus. Operating on a not-for-profit basis, it works with knowledge-based companies at all stages of development—from idea to market entry and beyond. In 2024, Rubicon supported over 300 entrepreneurs, with 42 based on-site, and has an alumni network of over 500 clients. The Rubicon's strategy is to build on its strong foundation and position itself as a world-class incubator, a hub for innovation in the region, and a key enabler of MTU's Innovation and Enterprise agenda.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will have:
· Minimum of two years work experience in cleaning a building
· Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of building presentation
· Proactive in identifying and resolving cleaning issues
· Friendly and professional when interacting with colleagues, clients, and visitors
Working Conditions
· On-site role only – remote work is not applicable.
· One full-time candidate preferred, or two part-time candidates may be considered.
· Shift-based hours:
Morning – 7:30am to 11:30am
Evening – 6:00pm to 9:00pm
· Flexibility may be required to support occasional events.
Personal Requirements
· Professional cleaning skills: Minimum of 2 years' experience with facility upkeep - cleaning
· Physical Fitness: Some strength and stamina required (e.g., bending)
· Health & Safety: Basic understanding of workplace and cleaning health and safety procedures
· Team Experience: Comfortable working in a small, collaborative team environment.
· Client-Facing Experience: Ability to interact with people in a courteous and professional manner.
· Easy commute to The Rubicon Centre
· Good spoken English
· Legally entitled to work in Ireland
Desirable Skills
· Experience tracking inventory
· Ability to use basic digital tools (e.g., email, WhatsApp) for team communication.
· Ability to do light maintenance tasks (an advantage, not essential).
· Certification in hygiene and cleaning (an advantage, not essential).
Key Responsibilities
· Perform daily cleaning of all building areas, including offices, meeting rooms, kitchenettes, bathrooms, stairwells, and communal areas.
· Ensure all cleaning supplies and materials are stocked and maintained. Monitor and report any building issues, damage, or safety hazards to management.
· Assist in setting up rooms or facilities for events, workshops, or meetings.
· Oversee refuse disposal and recycling processes in accordance with building policy.
· Conduct periodic deep cleaning tasks (e.g., windows, floor polishing).
· Follow all relevant health and safety regulations and building compliance requirements.
· Support small facilities-related projects as directed by management.
· Contribute to the Rubicon team meetings, providing input and feedback on activities.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Application question(s):
* Are you able to get to Bishopstown easily every day for work?
* Do you have Minimum of 2 years' experience with cleaning/facility upkeep in a building?
* Are you happy to work a split shift, Monday to Friday - morning and evening?
Language:
* English (required)
Work authorisation:
* Ireland (required)
Work Location: In person