Area Manager - West Sussex

Thorn Baker Group; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A Facilities Management company is seeking a Cleaning Area Manager for high-end retail sites across West Sussex. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role or be ready to advance from a cleaning supervisor position. This role promotes internal advancement, emphasizes teamwork, and involves managing multiple sites. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with company policies, managing recruitment processes, and conducting performance reviews.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role or readiness to advance from supervisor.
• Ability to manage multiple sites autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Oversee compliance with company policies and legislation.
• Manage recruitment and selection processes.
• Conduct performance reviews and training.

Skills

Experience in retail sector

Team leadership

Knowledge of health and safety regulations

Organizational skills

Job description

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Thorn Baker is collaborating with an established Facilities Management company based in West Sussex.

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

The ideal candidate has experience in a similar role or is ready to advance from a cleaning supervisor position, with a background in the retail sector being essential.

This role offers growth opportunities within a company that promotes internal advancement and values team autonomy. You will manage multiple sites without feeling overwhelmed, supported by a team that listens and encourages independence.

The main duties include, but are not limited to:

• Ensuring work complies with company policies, procedures, and legislation.
• Maintaining contract retention targets and ensuring they are met consistently.
• Adhering to all health and safety regulations, conducting quarterly H&S audits, and monthly cleaning inspections.
• Managing recruitment and selection processes.
• Training, developing, and onboarding employees.
• Motivating and leading a competent workforce.
• Controlling overheads and operational costs to ensure profitability.
• Implementing cost-saving initiatives where applicable.
• Planning, managing, and organizing operational activities and work schedules.
• Ensuring adequate staffing and supervision of services.
• Conducting performance reviews for staff.
• Ensuring availability of equipment and materials at all sites.