Area Manager

Merco Services Ltd.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loyalty bonus

Company pension scheme

Free parking at office

Birthday and Christmas presents

Job summary

Merco Services Ltd. in the United Kingdom seeks an Area Manager to oversee several school cleaning sites during the morning shift. You will support cleaning teams, maintain clear staff communication, and ensure all sites meet company and client standards.

Responsibilities include delivering stock, carrying out site audits, staff inductions, holiday and sickness cover, and basic equipment maintenance. Occasional weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in cleaning, facilities management, or a supervisory role.
• Strong people skills with the ability to manage teams across multiple sites.
• Patient and able to work with a diverse workforce.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Reliable, proactive and able to work independently.
• Flexible approach to shift changes and operational needs.
• Full UK driving licence preferred, as role involves travelling between sites.
• Occasional weekend work may be required.
• Birthday and Christmas presents

Responsibilities

• Oversee several school cleaning sites during the morning period.
• Deliver cleaning stock and equipment to sites.
• Carry out site audits.
• Assist with staff inductions.
• Organise holiday and sickness cover.
• Support basic equipment maintenance.
• Manage shift change requests.
• Respond to day-to-day site issues.
• Help ensure smooth and reliable service delivery across all assigned locations.

Skills

People management

Communication

Organisation

Flexibility

Reliability

Independent working

Job description

Pendlebury, United Kingdom | Posted on 17/08/2026

Merco Office M27 8UW- 11am-7pm, Flexibility required - Wage negotiable depending on experience.

We are looking for an Area Manager to oversee several school cleaning sites during the morning period. The role involves supporting cleaning teams, maintaining clear communication with staff and management, and ensuring all sites meet company and client standards.

Responsibilities include delivering cleaning stock and equipment to sites, carrying out site audits, assisting with staff inductions, organising holiday and sickness cover, and supporting basic equipment maintenance. The Area Manager will also manage shift change requests, respond to day-to-day site issues, and help ensure smooth and reliable service delivery across all assigned locations.

The role requires someone who is organised, proactive and flexible, with the ability to respond to changing site needs and support teams where required. Occasional weekend work may be required depending on operational needs.

Requirements

• Previous experience in cleaning, facilities management, or a supervisory role
• Strong people skills, with the ability to support and manage teams across multiple sites
• Patient, understanding and able to work with a diverse workforce
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Reliable, proactive and able to work independently
• Flexible approach to work, including responding to shift changes and operational needs
• Ability to organise staff cover for holidays and absencesConfident carrying out site audits and basic staff inductions
• Basic understanding of health and safety and cleaning standards
• Full UK driving licence preferred, as the role involves travelling between sites
• Willingness to work occasional weekends if required
• Birthday and Christmas presents
• Loyalty bonus for long-term service
• Company pension scheme
• Free parking available at the office
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Opportunity to grow within a developing facilities management company