Cleaning Area Manager

Manchester Arndale; Derby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is looking for a motivated Cleaning Area Manager to oversee cleaning operations. This role involves strategic planning, team management, and ensuring high cleanliness standards, alongside recruitment and performance evaluation of staff.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership style with a focus on supporting and developing employees.
• Able to prioritise effectively and demonstrate excellent time management skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to meet customer or business needs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage cleaning staff to optimise efficiency.
• Monitor inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Recruit, train, and supervise cleaning personnel.

Skills

Leadership

Time Management

Problem-Solving

Job description

About The Company:

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

About The Role:

Shift Pattern:Monday to Friday, hours worked to meet business needs

We are currently recruiting for a highly organised and motivated Cleaning Area Manager to oversee and manage the cleaning operations.

The Cleaning Area Manager will be responsible for ensuring the cleanliness, hygiene, and overall appearance of facilities in their area. This role involves strategic planning, team management, and continuous improvement to uphold the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation.

Your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinate and manage cleaning staff to optimise efficiency and productivity.
• Monitor and manage inventory of cleaning supplies, equipment, and materials.
• Recruit, train, and supervise cleaning personnel.
• Motivate and lead the cleaning team to achieve performance targets and goals.
• Conduct performance evaluations, provide constructive feedback, and implement training programs for continuous improvement.
• Liaise with clients to understand their specific cleaning requirements and expectations.
• Provide regular updates on cleaning operations, address client concerns, and ensure client satisfaction.
• Develop and manage budgets for cleaning supplies, equipment, and staffing.

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

• Able to prioritise effectively and demonstrate excellent time management skills.
• Ability to demonstrate strong personal integrity and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong leadership style with a focus on supporting and developing employees and colleagues.
• Taking responsibility for the area and proactive attitude toward problem-solving.
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to meet customer or business needs.
• Previous sales skills are desirable.
• Ability to travel from site to site as required to meet the needs of the business (Full UK Driving License required)
• An enhanced DBS will be required

How to Apply:

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We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.