Cleaner - Team Leader

Adecco; Runcorn; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A metropolitan police agency is recruiting for a Lead Mobile Cleaner to oversee cleaning operations across multiple sites. The role involves supervising a team, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and maintaining high cleanliness standards. Candidates must have experience with cleaning techniques, strong organisational skills, and a valid UK driving license. This is a temporary role with the potential for permanent placement and offers an hourly rate of £12.55.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with cleaning equipment, products, and techniques.
• Ability to train and supervise staff effectively.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily cleaning operations and ensure compliance with service level agreements.
• Supervise, support, and train cleaning staff.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and COSHH regulations.

Skills

Cleaning techniques and equipment

Staff training and supervision

Organisational and planning skills

Communication and teamwork

Resilience under pressure

Microsoft Excel and Outlook

Job description

Overview

Adecco is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of Cheshire Police for a dedicated and proactive Lead Mobile Cleaner. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across multiple police sites.

Hourly Rate: £12.55
Hours: 37 hours per week
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 6:00am - 2:00pm
Contract: Temporary, with potential for permanent placement
Location: Mobile role covering Cheshire - key areas include Warrington, Runcorn, and Chester

Please note: A full, clean UK driving licence is essential for this role due to its mobile nature. Applicants without this will not be considered.

Role

As Lead Mobile Cleaner, you will be responsible for coordinating and delivering a professional cleaning service across various police premises. This hands-on role involves supervising a team of cleaners, ensuring service standards are met, and maintaining a safe and hygienic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily cleaning operations and ensure compliance with service level agreements
• Supervise, support, and train cleaning staff, including conducting inductions for new starters
• Work alongside the cleaning team to meet schedules and targets
• Manage rotas and arrange cover for absences and holidays
• Monitor attendance and report absences to management
• Identify and report equipment needs and faults
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and COSHH regulations
• Carry out deep cleaning tasks and respond to emergency cleaning requirements
• Maintain accurate records and liaise with site contacts as needed
• Travel between sites and manage time effectively
• Weekend work may occasionally be required
• Manual handling will be part of the role

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience with cleaning equipment, products, and techniques
• Ability to train and supervise staff effectively
• Strong organisational and planning skills
• Resilience and reliability under pressure
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and use initiative
• Competency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook
• Commitment to safe working practices

Additional Information

• Applicants must have resided in the UK continuously for the past 3 years to meet police vetting criteria
• All offers are subject to Police Vetting
• This is a mobile role, so flexibility and travel across Cheshire are essential
• If you meet the criteria and are ready to take on a rewarding leadership role, we encourage you to apply today. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by an Adecco Consultant to discuss the next steps.
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