Cleaning Operations Manager | Lead, Train & Schedule

Manchester Arndale; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is looking for a Cleaning Manager to lead the on-site cleaning team at Preston. You will oversee all cleaning tasks, supervise staff rotas, holiday requests, site audits and recruitment, and ensure adherence to budgets and safety standards.

The ideal candidate has prior experience as a manager or supervisor in cleaning, strong customer service, and the ability to work to deadlines with flexible hours. Right to work in the UK is required.

Qualifications

• Must have right to work in the UK.
• Previous experience as a Manager or Supervisor in cleaning or similar field is desirable.
• Experience in staffing, rotas, training, and basic HR compliance.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Able to work to deadlines and prioritise; flexible with working hours and days.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and assisting with cleaning of floors, communal areas, stairwells and washrooms.
• Managing staff rotas, holiday requests, site audits and recruiting new employees.
• Identify training needs on-site and conduct training; maintain records of training.
• Involvement with investigation matters such as personal accidents or disciplinary matters.
• Monitor cleaning products on-site, maintain stock levels and submit orders in line with site budgets.

Skills

People management

Staffing & scheduling

Training & HR compliance

Customer service

Deadline-driven

Job description

OCS UK & Ireland is looking for a Cleaning Manager to lead the on-site cleaning team at Preston. You will oversee all cleaning tasks, supervise staff rotas, holiday requests, site audits and recruitment, and ensure adherence to budgets and safety standards.

The ideal candidate has prior experience as a manager or supervisor in cleaning, strong customer service, and the ability to work to deadlines with flexible hours. Right to work in the UK is required.