Cleaning Area Manager

OCS; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OCS Academy

Hapi app discounts

Wagestream pay

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking a highly organised Cleaning Area Manager to oversee cleaning operations across multiple sites in the UK. You will manage teams, drive performance and ensure high standards of hygiene and client satisfaction.

You will recruit, train and supervise staff, monitor inventories and budgets, and liaise with clients to tailor services to their needs. A full UK driving licence is required for travel between stores.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead and develop a cleaning team across multiple sites.
• Experience in planning, organizing resources and budgets effectively.
• Willingness to travel between stores across the UK with a full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Liaise with clients to understand cleaning requirements and expectations.
• Provide regular updates on cleaning operations and ensure client satisfaction.
• Develop and manage budgets for cleaning supplies, equipment, and staffing.

Skills

Team leadership

Planning

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Staff training

Driving Licence

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The Role

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

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.
• Ability to travel from store to store as required to meet the needs of the business (Full UK Driving License required)

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.

Why Work for OCS?

Award-Winning Employer : Ranked 36th on Glassdoor’s Best Companies to Work For 2025 — we value and motivate our people.

Digital Learning : The OCS Academy offers digital courses and resources to help you build skills and grow your career.

Retail Perks : With our Hapi app, you can gain access to exclusive discounts, rewards and wellbeing resources.

Professional Growth : 600+ live learners across UK&I — Empowering colleagues with further development and qualifications!

Flexible Pay : Access a portion of earned wages before payday with our Wagestream App! (Contract Specific)

Equal Opportunities

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.