Area Manager - Bedfordshire

Thorn Baker Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities management company in the UK is seeking a Cleaning Area Manager to oversee high-end retail sites. The ideal candidate should have experience in retail management and a background in cleaning operations. The role involves ensuring compliance with policies, managing staff, and driving operational efficiency. Opportunities for growth within the company are available.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role or readiness to advance from a cleaning supervisor position.
• Strong communication skills to work within a team that values autonomy.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with company policies and legislation.
• Maintain contract retention targets.
• Conduct health and safety audits.
• Manage staff recruitment and training.
• Control operational costs and implement saving initiatives.

Skills

Experience in retail sector

Team management

Health and safety compliance

Job description

Thorn Baker is collaborating with an established Facilities Management company in the Bedfordshire area.

We are seeking a Cleaning Area Manager to effectively oversee and monitor high-end retail sites.

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

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

The main duties include, but are not limited to:

1. Ensuring all work complies with company policies, procedures, and legislation.
2. Maintaining contract retention targets and ensuring they are consistently met.
3. Following health and safety protocols and conducting quarterly H&S audits and monthly cleaning inspections.
4. Managing recruitment and selection of staff.
5. Training, developing, and onboarding employees.
6. Motivating and managing a competent workforce.
7. Controlling overheads and operational costs to ensure profitability.
8. Implementing cost-saving initiatives where applicable.
9. Planning and organizing operational activities and overseeing work schedules.
10. Managing client escalations effectively.
11. Ensuring the site is adequately staffed and services are properly supervised.
12. Conducting performance reviews for employees.
13. Ensuring the availability of necessary equipment and materials.
14. Carrying out timely audits.

This job posting is active and currently accepting applications.