Area Manager - Oxford

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

Job summary

A Facilities Management company is seeking a Cleaning Area Manager to oversee high-end retail cleaning operations in Oxfordshire. The ideal candidate will have experience in the retail sector and be ready to advance from a supervisor role. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with health and safety protocols, managing staffing and recruitment, and maintaining operational efficiency. This role offers growth opportunities in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Currently in a similar role or ready to advance from cleaning supervisor.
• Strong understanding of health and safety protocols.
• Ability to manage multiple sites effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with company policies and legislation.
• Maintain contract retention targets.
• Supervise and motivate staff across multiple sites.

Skills

Experience in retail sector

Team management

Health and safety protocols

Operations cost control

Job description

Thorn Baker is collaborating with an established Facilities Management company, with an area based in and around Oxfordshire.

We are seeking to resource a Cleaning Area Manager to effectively manage 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 opportunities for growth and internal progression. You will manage multiple sites without feeling overwhelmed and be part of a team that values listening and autonomy.

The main duties include, but are not limited to:

1. Ensuring work complies with company policies, procedures, and legislation.
2. Maintaining contract retention targets.
3. Following health and safety protocols, conducting quarterly audits, and monthly inspections.
4. Managing recruitment, onboarding, and employee development.
5. Motivating and supervising a competent workforce.
6. Controlling operational costs and implementing cost-saving initiatives.
7. Planning and organizing operational activities and work schedules.
8. Managing client escalations.
9. Ensuring adequate staffing and supervision.
10. Conducting performance reviews.
11. Maintaining equipment and materials at the site.
12. Conducting timely audits.

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