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Cleaner / Driver

Full TimePermanentNot specifiedAdministration
Posted 15 March 2026Closes 24 March 2026

Job Description

We are looking for a reliable, friendly and responsible individual to join our friendly team as a full time cleaner/driver. Full time hours ­ 38h + You will need to be able to work in a team or on your own when required. Mainly covering South, Douglas and Laxey. Full training will be given. Must hold a full clean driving licence as company transport is provided with fuel expenses. Person must be 25 or over for the insurance purposes. For the right candidate: £13.50 per hour plus 20 paid holidays. Please email your Cv and cover letter to deluxecleaningcompanyiom@gmail.com

Automation Risk

Automation probabilityi60%
AI exposure (AIOE)i45%

This role involves a mix of routine, physical cleaning and driving tasks—many of which are increasingly automatable with robotics and digital tools, especially in predictable environments. However, tasks requiring in-person client interaction, adaptability, and physical presence resist full automation, keeping overall risk and AI exposure in the medium range.

Task analysis

  • Drive company vehicle to and between client locations in South, Douglas, and Laxey.
  • Perform cleaning duties such as vacuuming, dusting, mopping, and disinfecting rooms and facilities.
  • Empty wastebaskets and transport trash to disposal areas.
  • Replenish supplies such as linens, toiletries, and cleaning products at client sites.
  • Communicate with supervisors and team members to coordinate schedules and tasks.
  • Interact with clients in a friendly and professional manner to ensure satisfaction.
  • Follow health and safety procedures, including safe use of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
  • Maintain accurate records of completed work and report issues to management.
  • Work independently or as part of a team depending on assignment.

Automatable AI-assisted Human-only

Occupational Classification

✨ Bright Outlook🇬🇧 Not visa eligible
UK SOC2020: 9233Cleaners and domestics
O*NET: 37-2012.00 Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners
AI analysis: 15 March 2026

UK Salary Benchmark

Office administrative, office support and other business support activities · ONS ASHE 2024 annual earnings

scale £50k
UK sector median
£34,855
UK sector mean
£49,618
£0£13k£25k£38k

👤 For Candidates

AI & future-of-work guidance

🤖 Enhance with AI

  • Use route optimisation apps to reduce travel time
  • Adopt digital checklists for cleaning task tracking
  • Leverage mobile apps for instant supervisor communication

📈 Disruption outlook

10%1 yr
35%5 yrs
60%10 yrs

% risk of significant disruption

🎓 Learn now

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🏢 For Employers

Strategic hiring options & technology alternatives

🔄 Alternatives

💻 TechnologyRobotic Vacuum

Automate floor cleaning in predictable environments

🤖 AI AgentRoute Planner AI

Optimise driver schedules and reduce fuel costs

🔀 RestructureTask Specialisation

Split driving and cleaning for efficiency gains

Recommendation

🔀 Hybrid approach

Combine human interaction with automation for routine cleaning and logistics tasks

Microsoft Copilot & M365

Power Automate

Automate cleaning logs and supply tracking

Copilot for Teams

Streamline team communication and scheduling

Copilot for Excel

Manage and analyse route and task data

Key Skills

CleaningAdvancedDrivingAdvancedAttention to DetailIntermediateTeamworkIntermediateTime ManagementIntermediateHealth and SafetyIntermediateManual HandlingBeginnerCustomer and Personal ServiceIntermediateActive ListeningBeginnerLocal Route NavigationIntermediate

Knowledge Areas

Customer and Personal ServiceHealth and Safety ProceduresCleaning and Sanitation StandardsDriving and Transport OperationsOffice AdministrationPublic Safety and Security

O*NET Competency Skills

Service OrientationCoordinationTime Management

Alternative Career Paths

Facilities Maintenance Technician80% match

Transition to a role focused on broader building maintenance and minor repairs.

Delivery Driver75% match

Move into a dedicated driving and logistics position, leveraging driving experience.

Housekeeping Supervisor85% match

Advance to a supervisory role overseeing cleaning teams and schedules.

Care Home Support Worker70% match

Apply cleaning and service skills in a care home or healthcare environment.

Also Consider

🔥 Hot Technologies

In-demand tools for this occupation (O*NET)

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Windows

Work Activities

General work activities from O*NET

  • Performing General Physical Activities
  • Assisting and Caring for Others
  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
  • Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
  • Getting Information
  • Handling and Moving Objects
  • Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work

Anthropic Economic Index

Real-world AI adoption data from millions of Claude conversations · Dataset ↗

CC-BY Research

Observed Claude Usage

0%

of conversations

Classic Auto. Risk

69%

Frey & Osborne

Job Zone

2/5

Some prep

O*NET Median Salary

£19k

US ref. $24k · fx 0.79

Occupational family: Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance

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