Area Cleaning Supervisor

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Company mobile phone

Training opportunities

Career progression

Supportive management

Job summary

Hollybank Trustees Ltd in Belfast, UK, invites applications for an Area Cleaning Supervisor on a full-time basis. You will support cleaning services across client sites in Northern Ireland, combining hands-on duties with supervisory responsibilities.

The role requires 3+ years in commercial/industrial cleaning, a full UK driving licence, and proven leadership. You will conduct site visits, quality checks, and mentor cleaning operatives while maintaining high service standards.

Qualifications

• Full, clean UK/EEA driving licence (essential).
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in commercial or industrial cleaning.
• Supervisory or team leader experience (minimum 1 year preferred).
• Knowledge of cleaning methods, COSHH and Health & Safety legislation.
• Flexible hours, including evenings and weekends when required.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.

Responsibilities

• Assist Operations Management with day-to-day coordination and delivery of cleaning services.
• Conduct regular site inspections, client visits and quality audits.
• Support recruitment by inducting, training and mentoring cleaners.
• Ensure compliance with policies, health and safety, and site procedures.
• Maintain records on cleaning standards, attendance, audits and activities.
• Build strong relationships with clients and cleaning teams.
• Identify issues and implement solutions.
• Support customer satisfaction across contracts.
• Promote professional, customer-focused representation on client sites.

Skills

Driving licence

Supervisory experience

Cleaning experience

COSHH knowledge

Health & Safety knowledge

Flexible hours

Communication skills

MS Office / IT skills

Independent worker

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Location: On site / Belfast, UK
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Facilities Management | Cleaner
HourlyFixed salary:£ 14.25

We are looking for a reliable, motivated, and proactive Area Cleaning Supervisorto join our Operations Management Team, supporting cleaning services across multiple client sites throughout Northern Ireland.

This is a varied, hands-on, role that combines operational support with supervisory responsibilities. You will provide cover cleaning on an ad hoc basis to meet business needs, including staff holidays and absences, while also carrying out regular client visits, quality inspections, and team support to ensure consistently high standards of service delivery.

What We Offer

• Company vehicle and fuel card provided for business use.
• Company mobile phone and any equipment required to carry out the role.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing business.
• Supportive management team and a positive working environment.

Pay Rate - £14.25 per hour

Key responsibilities include:

• Assist the Operations Management Team with the day-to-day coordination and delivery of cleaning services and support operational needs.
• Conduct regular site inspections, client visits, and quality audits to ensure service standards are consistently achieved.
• Support the recruitment process by assisting with the induction, training, and ongoing mentoring of cleaning operatives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, health and safety legislation, and site-specific procedures at all times.
• Maintain accurate records relating to cleaning standards, staff attendance, audits, and operational activities.
• Build and maintain strong, professional relationships with clients, site contacts, and cleaning teams.
• Identify and report operational issues, recommending and implementing solutions where appropriate.
• Support the Operations Management Team in maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction and service delivery across all contracts.
• Promote a positive, professional, and customer-focused approach while representing the company on client sites.

Requirements include:

• Full, clean UK/EEA driving licence (essential), as regular travel between client sites is required.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in commercial or industrial cleaning.
• Previous supervisory or team leader experience within the cleaning industry (minimum 1year preferred).
• Good knowledge of cleaning methods, industry best practices, COSHH, and Health & Safety legislation.
• Flexible approach to working hours, with the ability to work evenings and weekends when required to meet operational needs.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships.
• Confident using company systems to record, update, and report information accurately.
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in MicrosoftExcel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise workload, and respond effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable, professional, and committed to delivering high standards of service and customer care.

Company Benefits

• Full statutory annual leave entitlement
• Paid monthly
• Full on site training provided
• Continuous training and development
• Pension Scheme
• Family health plan after 3 months in role