Cleaning Manager - East Kilbride

14Forty; Scotland; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service provider in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Cleaning Manager to oversee cleaning and hygiene operations at their production site. The successful candidate will manage a team of around 20 hygiene operatives, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and compliance with health and safety regulations. The role demands strong leadership skills, experience in a hygiene management position, and a commitment to a safe and efficient working environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a hygiene or cleaning management role within a production or industrial environment.
• Experience managing and motivating teams of 15+ staff.
• Strong knowledge of hygiene standards and health & safety requirements.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a team of around 20 hygiene operatives.
• Plan and oversee daily and weekly cleaning schedules.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations.
• Conduct hygiene audits and implement corrective actions.
• Train and assess hygiene staff for competency.

Skills

Hygiene management

Team leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of health & safety regulations

Job description

Cleaning Manager

Location: East Kilbride
Salary: Up to £37,500 per annum, depending on experience
Hours: 40 hours

For more information about careers at 14forty and our benefits please visit: Careers at 14forty

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Cleaning Manager to lead and manage cleaning and hygiene operations at our production site. You will be responsible for overseeing a team of approximately 20 hygiene operatives, ensuring high standards of cleanliness, compliance, and site hygiene are maintained at all times.

This is a key role within the operation, working closely with Production, Quality, and Health & Safety teams to support a safe, compliant, and efficient working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, lead, and develop a team of around 20 hygiene operatives across all shifts
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee daily and weekly cleaning schedules for the production site
• Ensure all hygiene activities meet company standards, customer requirements, and relevant legislation
• Maintain compliance with health & safety regulations, including COSHH (where applicable)
• Conduct hygiene audits, inspections, and risk assessments, implementing corrective actions as required
• Train, coach, and assess hygiene staff to ensure competency and consistent performance
• Manage cleaning chemicals, equipment, and consumables, ensuring safe use and effective stock control
• Liaise with internal departments to minimise production disruption and support operational efficiency
• Investigate and resolve hygiene-related issues, incidents, or non-conformances

About you

• Proven experience in a hygiene or cleaning management role within a production, manufacturing, or industrial environment
• Experience managing and motivating teams, ideally of 15+ staff
• Strong knowledge of hygiene standards and health & safety requirements
• Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

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