Why Work at Optus Glean?
Optus Glean is not a typical cleaning company. We are building a national cleaning and facilities management operation that treats every operative as a professional. We invest in our people because consistent, high-quality cleaning comes from trained, supported, and fairly paid staff — not from undercutting wages and hoping for the best.
When you join Optus Glean, you get:
- Full training from day one — no experience needed
- Garda vetting arranged and paid for by us
- Safe Pass certification provided where required
- Manual handling, COSHH, and infection control training
- All PPE and cleaning equipment provided
- Pay above the sectoral employment order (SEO) minimum rate
- Local assignments — we match you to sites near your home
- Flexible hours — early morning, daytime, evening, and weekend shifts available
- Career progression from operative to team leader, supervisor, and area manager
- A professional, documented working environment with clear expectations
Types of Roles
We recruit across five main role categories, each with a clear progression path:
Cleaning Operative
The foundation of our operation. Cleaning operatives deliver the daily, weekly, and periodic cleaning services that our clients rely on. You will follow site-specific cleaning specifications and method statements, use colour-coded cleaning systems, and maintain the quality standards that define Optus Glean. No experience required — full training provided.
Team Leader
Team leaders manage a small team of operatives on a specific site or group of sites. You will conduct quality checks, manage rotas, handle client communication, and ensure compliance with method statements. Team leader roles are typically filled by promoting experienced operatives who demonstrate leadership ability.
Site Supervisor
Site supervisors are responsible for larger or more complex sites, including healthcare facilities, hotels, and multi-floor office buildings. You will manage multiple teams, conduct formal quality audits, produce client reports, and liaise with facilities managers and procurement teams.
Area Manager
Area managers oversee all operations within a geographic region, managing multiple site supervisors and teams. You will handle contract performance, client relationships, recruitment, training, and P&L responsibility for your area. Area manager roles require significant experience in cleaning or facilities management.
Specialist Cleaner
Specialist cleaners deliver services that require additional training and certification, including healthcare and clinical cleaning (HIQA IPC-compliant), industrial cleaning, post-construction cleaning, and deep cleaning. Specialist roles attract higher pay rates and are suited to experienced operatives or those with backgrounds in healthcare, construction, or industrial environments.
Benefits
- Competitive pay above SEO minimum rates
- Paid training and certification
- All PPE, uniforms, and equipment provided at no cost
- Local assignments to minimise travel time
- Flexible shift patterns to suit your schedule
- Clear career progression framework
- Professional working environment with documented procedures
- Supportive management team
- Holiday pay, sick pay, and all statutory entitlements
- Opportunity to work across diverse environments — offices, hotels, hospitals, factories
Current Opportunities
We are always looking for reliable, professional cleaning operatives across Ireland. Whether you are seeking part-time hours to fit around other commitments or a full-time career in cleaning and facilities management, we want to hear from you.
We are currently recruiting across the following roles:
- Cleaning Operatives — all 26 counties
- Team Leaders — Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, Monaghan
- Site Supervisors — Dublin, Cork
- Specialist Cleaners (Healthcare) — nationwide
- Specialist Cleaners (Post-Construction) — nationwide
If you do not see a role that matches your experience, apply anyway. We are growing rapidly and new positions open regularly.
Locations We’re Hiring
Optus Glean operates across all 26 counties in the Republic of Ireland. We are actively recruiting cleaning operatives in every county:
Carlow • Cavan • Clare • Cork • Donegal • Dublin • Galway • Kerry • Kildare • Kilkenny • Laois • Leitrim • Limerick • Longford • Louth • Mayo • Meath • Monaghan • Offaly • Roscommon • Sligo • Tipperary • Waterford • Westmeath • Wexford • Wicklow
How to Apply
Applying to Optus Glean is straightforward. You can reach us by:
- Email: Send your CV or a brief message about your experience and availability to careers@optusglean.ie
- Phone: Call us on +353 (47) 37427 during office hours (Mon–Fri 8am–6pm)
- In person: Visit our office at 26 Village Square, Castle Leslie Estate, Glaslough, Co. Monaghan, H18 XP59
You do not need a formal CV to apply. If you can tell us your name, location, availability, and whether you have any relevant experience, that is enough to start the conversation. We will guide you through the rest.
Cleaning Jobs in Monaghan
As our home county, Monaghan is where Optus Glean began and where we continue to grow. We are actively recruiting cleaning operatives, team leaders, and specialist cleaners across Monaghan town, Carrickmacross, Castleblayney, Clones, and Ballybay. Monaghan’s mix of hotels, healthcare facilities, food processing plants, and commercial premises means we have a wide variety of cleaning contracts in the county. If you are looking for cleaning jobs in Monaghan with a company that pays fairly, trains properly, and treats its staff with respect, Optus Glean is the right choice. We offer flexible hours, local assignments, and a clear career path from operative to management.
Cleaning Jobs in Dublin
Dublin is Ireland’s largest market for commercial cleaning services, and Optus Glean is expanding rapidly across the capital. We are recruiting cleaning operatives for offices in the city centre and business parks in Sandyford, Citywest, Park West, and East Point. We also have specialist cleaning roles in Dublin hospitals, clinics, hotels, and student accommodation. Dublin-based operatives benefit from multiple shift options — early morning, daytime, and evening — and we match you to sites close to your home or public transport routes. Whether you are in Dublin 1 or Dublin 24, Tallaght or Swords, Blanchardstown or Dun Laoghaire, we have cleaning work available near you.
Cleaning Jobs in Cork
Cork is Ireland’s second city and a key growth market for Optus Glean. We are hiring cleaning operatives and team leaders across Cork city, Ballincollig, Carrigaline, Cobh, Midleton, and Mallow. Cork’s thriving pharmaceutical, technology, and hospitality sectors create strong demand for professional cleaning services, and we are building our Cork team to meet that demand. Our Cork-based roles include contract cleaning for offices and retail, specialist cleaning for pharmaceutical and healthcare facilities, and hotel cleaning for Cork’s busy hospitality industry. All training, Garda vetting, and PPE provided.
Cleaning Jobs Across Ireland
Beyond our major hubs in Monaghan, Dublin, and Cork, Optus Glean is recruiting in every county in Ireland. We have cleaning contracts in Galway, Limerick, Waterford, Kilkenny, Wexford, Sligo, Donegal, and everywhere in between. The cleaning industry in Ireland employs over 40,000 people, and demand for professional, compliant cleaning services is growing across every sector — from healthcare and education to corporate offices and construction sites. Wherever you are in Ireland, if you are looking for a cleaning job with fair pay, proper training, and a professional employer, contact Optus Glean. We are building a nationwide team and we want reliable people in every county.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need experience?
No previous cleaning experience is required. We provide full training to all new operatives, including manual handling, COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health), colour-coded cleaning systems, and site-specific method statements. What we look for is reliability, attention to detail, and a professional attitude. If you have experience in cleaning, healthcare, hospitality, or facilities management, that is a bonus — but it is not essential.
Is Garda vetting required?
Yes. All Optus Glean operatives are Garda vetted through the National Vetting Bureau before commencing work on any client site. This is a mandatory requirement, particularly for operatives working in healthcare, education, and residential settings. Optus Glean manages the vetting application process and covers the cost. The vetting process typically takes 2 to 4 weeks.
What training is provided?
All operatives receive comprehensive induction training before their first shift, covering health and safety, manual handling, COSHH awareness, colour-coded cleaning systems, infection prevention and control, and site-specific cleaning specifications. Safe Pass certification is provided where required. Ongoing training includes toolbox talks, refresher courses, and specialist training for healthcare, industrial, and high-risk environments.
What hours are available?
We offer flexible working hours to suit a range of schedules. Shifts are available early morning, daytime, evening, and weekend depending on the client site and contract requirements. Many of our cleaning contracts operate outside standard business hours (typically 6am to 8am or 6pm to 10pm), though daytime cleaning roles are also available in healthcare, retail, and hospitality environments. Part-time and full-time positions are available.
How much do cleaning jobs pay in Ireland?
Optus Glean pays above the sectoral employment order (SEO) minimum rate for the contract cleaning industry. As of 2026, the SEO minimum hourly rate for contract cleaning operatives in Ireland is €13.15, with higher rates for supervisory and specialist roles. Optus Glean pays above these minimums to attract and retain experienced, reliable operatives. Exact rates depend on the role, location, and shift pattern. We are transparent about pay rates during the application process.