Void Property Cleaner

Full-time Permanent Associate

Posted 15 Oct 2026

Who Are We:

Cardo Group is a trusted provider of building maintenance, refurbishment, and retrofit services for social housing and public sector buildings across the UK. With nationwide coverage and skilled local teams, we deliver a reliable end-to-end service that ensures homes and public spaces are safe, sustainable, and well-maintained.

We specialise in responsive repairs and voids, planned maintenance, energy-efficiency upgrades, compliance works, and major improvement programmes. Our approach combines quality workmanship, strong resident communication, and efficient project delivery to achieve the best outcomes for customers and communities.

Driven by ambitious growth plans, we continue to expand our capabilities and adapt to the evolving needs of our clients. Our reputation is built on consistent service delivery, trusted partnerships, and a commitment to doing things the right way. As we grow, so do the opportunities - for our people, our clients, and the communities we support.

Cardo Group is becoming one of the UK’s most forward-thinking maintenance and retrofit providers.

Do you want to be part of something great?

Role Overview:

We are currently seeking a reliable, hardworking and conscientious Void Property Cleaner to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for carrying out thorough cleaning and preparation of vacant (void) properties to ensure they are safe, hygienic and ready for new tenants, inspections or further works.

The role will involve a range of cleaning duties, including general and deep cleaning, environmental cleans, the removal of waste and unwanted items, and cleaning properties that may have been left in an unhygienic or neglected condition. The successful candidate will take pride in their work, maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, and ensure all tasks are completed efficiently and in line with company procedures and health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Carry out thorough cleaning of void properties, including kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, living areas and communal spaces.
• Undertake deep cleaning of floors, walls, windows, fixtures, fittings and other surfaces.
• Carry out environmental cleans in properties that are heavily soiled, neglected or left in unhygienic conditions.
• Remove rubbish, unwanted items, debris and household waste in line with company procedures.
• Clean and sanitise kitchens, bathrooms and high-contact surfaces to ensure appropriate hygiene standards.
• Undertake post-maintenance and refurbishment cleans, preparing properties for new tenants or handover.
• Use cleaning equipment, chemicals and PPE safely and in accordance with COSHH requirements and company procedures.
• Identify and report property damage, maintenance issues, pest activity and potential health and safety hazards.
• Follow risk assessments and safe working practices when carrying out cleaning and environmental cleaning duties.
• Manage workloads efficiently to meet deadlines and property turnaround targets.
• Maintain cleaning equipment, materials and supplies in good condition.
• Complete cleaning checklists and job records as required, ensuring all work meets the required standard.
• Work independently and alongside colleagues and other contractors to ensure properties are clean, safe and ready for occupation.
• Undertake any other reasonable cleaning duties required to support the void property and environmental cleaning service.

You will need:

• Previous cleaning experience, ideally within void properties, social housing, property maintenance, construction or facilities management.
• Experience of deep cleaning and environmental cleaning is desirable.
• An understanding of appropriate cleaning methods, hygiene…