Area Manager - South Yorkshire

TN United Kingdom; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in South Yorkshire is seeking a Cleaning Area Manager to oversee 16 retail sites. The role offers growth opportunities and requires strong leadership skills, health and safety compliance, and effective team management.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role or ready to advance from a cleaning supervisor position.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and monitor 16 retail sites across Doncaster, Sheffield, and Lincolnshire.
• Manage recruitment, selection, training, and onboarding of employees.
• Conduct quarterly health and safety audits and monthly cleaning inspections.

Skills

Leadership

Motivation

Health and Safety Compliance

Job description

Job Description:

Thorn Baker is collaborating with an established Facilities Management company based in South Yorkshire. We are seeking a Cleaning Area Manager to effectively oversee and monitor 16 retail sites across Doncaster, Sheffield, and Lincolnshire.

We are looking for candidates 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 and progression opportunities within a company that promotes internal advancement. You will manage multiple sites without feeling overwhelmed and be part of a team that values autonomy and listening.

Main Duties:

• Ensure all work complies with company policies, procedures, and legislation.
• Maintain and meet contract retention targets consistently.
• Follow health and safety protocols, conduct quarterly H&S audits, and perform monthly cleaning inspections.
• Manage recruitment, selection, training, and onboarding of employees.
• Motivate and lead a competent workforce.
• Control operational costs and overheads to ensure profitability.
• Implement cost-saving initiatives where applicable.
• Plan, organize, and oversee operational activities and work schedules.
• Ensure adequate staffing and supervision at all sites.
• Conduct performance reviews for employees.
• Ensure availability of equipment and materials.
• Perform site audits regularly.

If you seek a work-life balance and wish to join a facilities management company offering a progressive career, please apply.