Area Cleaning Manager - Newcastle

Thorn Baker Recruitment Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Facilities Management company in the North East is seeking a Cleaning Area Manager to oversee 16 retail sites. This role involves ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, managing staff, and implementing cost-saving initiatives. Candidates should have prior experience in a similar position, ready to take on new challenges and grow within the company. Join a team that values autonomy and internal progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Cleaning Supervisor or similar role required.
• Ability to manage multiple retail sites effectively.
• Strong skills in compliance with health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and monitor 16 retail sites ensuring compliance with policies.
• Manage recruitment, training, and development of staff.
• Conduct regular audits and performance reviews.

Skills

Team Management

Communication

Health and Safety Compliance

Job description

Thorn Baker is collaborating with an established Facilities Management company based in the North East of the UK.

We are seeking a Cleaning Area Manager to effectively oversee and monitor 16 retail sites.

The ideal candidate is currently in a similar role or ready to advance from a cleaning supervisor position. Experience in a comparable environment is essential.

This role offers growth opportunities within a company that promotes internal progression. It involves managing multiple sites without feeling overwhelmed and being part of a team that values autonomy and open communication.

The main responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Ensuring work complies with company policies, procedures, and legislation.
• Maintaining contract retention targets and ensuring they are consistently met.
• Adhering to all health and safety standards, conducting quarterly H&S audits, and monthly cleaning inspections.
• Managing recruitment, selection, and onboarding of employees.
• Training, developing, and motivating a competent workforce.
• Controlling overheads and operational costs to ensure profitability.
• Implementing cost-saving initiatives where applicable.
• Planning, managing, and organizing operational activities and work schedules.
• Handling client escalations effectively.
• Ensuring adequate staffing and supervision at all times.
• Conducting performance reviews for employees.
• Ensuring the availability of necessary equipment and materials at each site.
• Conducting audits regularly.