Housekeeper, Maintenance​/Cleaning

Build Your Future with Colby River

At Colby River, we are shaping the landscape of UK real estate. With expertise across Investment Management, Development Management and Property Management, we take a strategic, long-term approach to investing in, developing and operating high-quality residential communities across the UK.

We operate across key living sectors including Multi-Family Living, Single Family Housing (SFH) and Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA). By combining deep market insight with disciplined operational delivery, we create sustainable value for our investors and exceptional experiences for our residents.

With a forward-looking approach that responds to changing residential needs across the UK, we are building a platform designed for long-term growth.

As Housekeeper, you will play an important role in maintaining a clean, welcoming and well-presented environment for our residents, visitors and colleagues. You will be responsible for completing regular cleaning duties across the development, ensuring all allocated areas are maintained to a consistently high standard.

This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who takes pride in their work, has excellent attention to detail and can manage their responsibilities effectively while working as part of the wider site team.

This is an opportunity to join a growing business that values professionalism, accountability and continuous improvement.

30 hours per week / 6 hours per day

Mon, Weds, Thurs, Fri, Sun

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness across communal areas, facilities and shared spaces
• Clean and sanitise floors, surfaces, washrooms and other allocated areas
• Complete scheduled and additional cleaning tasks efficiently and within required timescales
• Ensure entrances, corridors and high-traffic areas remain clean, tidy and welcoming
• Dispose of waste safely and appropriately
• Use and store cleaning products and equipment safely, following all health and safety procedures
• Monitor cleaning supplies and report stock requirements, hazards, damage or maintenance concerns
• Work collaboratively with the site team and remain friendly and professional around residents, visitors and contractors

Desirable

• Previous housekeeping or cleaning experience within a residential, hospitality, student accommodation or similar environment
• Experience of working within an occupied building
• Knowledge of cleaning products, equipment and safe working practices
• Awareness of COSHH and general health and safety requirements

Essential

• A reliable and punctual approach to work
• Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining high standards
• Ability to complete physical and practical cleaning duties
• Ability to work independently and manage allocated tasks effectively
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• A professional and respectful approach when working around residents and visitors
• Ability to follow instructions, cleaning schedules and health and safety procedures
• Availability to work the advertised five‑day working pattern

• Employer matched pension scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement, with the option to buy more
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Retail, leisure and lifestyle discounts
• Employee wellbeing support
• Discretionary bonus scheme

Colby River combines disciplined investment with operational expertise and a commitment to quality at every stage of the asset lifecycle.

Joining us means being part of a business with clear direction and strong governance - where your contribution, whether operational or strategic, plays a vital role in our continued growth.