OR120545 – Market Assistant

Job Details

Work Pattern: 9.5 hours per day,

PAYE Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour

Main Purpose of the Role

To maintain the cleanliness, safety and security of the Market Hall, Market Office, outdoor market and surrounding areas.

The role involves carrying out general cleaning duties, managing waste disposal, operating cleaning equipment and ensuring the market premises are safe and presentable for traders and members of the public.

The postholder will also be responsible for opening and closing the premises, operating security alarms, assisting with fire safety procedures and providing a welcoming service to market visitors and traders.

Typical Day Overview

  • Open and close the market premises and operate security alarm systems.

  • Carry out general cleaning across the Market Hall, offices, public toilets and outdoor areas.

  • Maintain clean and tidy facilities for traders and members of the public.

  • Operate floor cleaning equipment and market waste compactors.

  • Collect and dispose of waste safely, including recycling.

  • Assist with weekly fire alarm testing and respond to fire alarm activations.

  • Act as a keyholder and ensure premises remain secure.

  • Maintain cleaning and maintenance records.

  • Assist with market events and promotional activities.

  • Respond to customer enquiries and support market traders.

  • Report maintenance, health and safety or security issues to management.

Key Skills & Responsibilities

  • Cleaning & Maintenance – Experience carrying out general cleaning duties and maintaining public facilities.

  • Health & Safety – Understanding of workplace health and safety procedures and maintaining safe environments.

  • Waste Management – Experience handling waste, recycling and operating waste compactors.

  • Security & Keyholding – Ability to open and close premises, manage keys and operate security alarm systems.

  • Fire Safety – Understanding of fire alarm procedures, evacuations and fire safety responsibilities.

  • Customer Service – Confidently communicating with members of the public, market traders and visitors.

  • Equipment Operation – Ability to operate floor cleaning machinery and other cleaning equipment.

  • Record Keeping – Maintaining accurate cleaning, maintenance and safety records.

  • Teamwork & Independence – Ability to work independently, use initiative and contribute effectively within a team.

  • Manual Handling – Ability to undertake basic lifting, carrying and physical duties.

Essential Requirements & Qualifications

  • Experience dealing with members of the public or service users.

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

  • Good customer service and communication skills.

  • Ability to carry out basic manual handling duties.

  • Ability to maintain cleaning and maintenance records.

  • Honest, reliable and presentable.

  • Flexible approach to working hours and willingness to work on a rota.