Cleaning Supervisor

Aramark; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Belfast, United Kingdom, seeks an experienced Cleaning Supervisor to oversee daily cleaning operations, manage a team of cleaners, and ensure facilities meet the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

You will lead scheduling, carry out inspections, enforce COSHH and health and safety rules, maintain records, manage supplies, and train staff while coordinating with management and clients to meet cleaning requirements.

Qualifications

• Supervisory or team leadership experience in facilities management or cleaning operations.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and cleaning best practices.
• Strong organisational and time-keeping skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent people skills and ability to motivate a diverse team.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high cleanliness standards.
• Proficiency with cleaning management systems (desirable).
• First Aid certification or willingness to obtain one (desirable).
• Knowledge of environmental and sustainable cleaning practices (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coordinate, and manage a team of cleaning operatives to required standards.
• Schedule and allocate cleaning tasks across areas and shifts.
• Conduct inspections and audits to verify quality and compliance.
• Enforce health and safety regulations, including COSHH.
• Maintain records of schedules, attendance and equipment maintenance.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment; monitor expenditure.
• Provide induction and ongoing training to staff; support development.
• Liaise with management and clients to address cleaning needs and issues.
• Prepare reports on operations, performance metrics, and incidents.

Skills

Leadership

Health & Safety

Organization

People skills

COSHH knowledge

First Aid (desirable)

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and organised Cleaning Supervisor to join our team in Belfast, United Kingdom. In this permanent position, you will oversee the daily cleaning operations, manage a team of cleaning staff, and ensure that all facilities are maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership capabilities, a commitment to health and safety compliance, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

• Supervise, coordinate, and manage a team of cleaning operatives, ensuring they perform their duties to the required standard
• Schedule and allocate cleaning tasks across different areas and shifts, optimising resource allocation

• Conduct regular inspections and audits of cleaned areas to verify compliance with quality standards and organisational procedures Ensure strict adherence to health and safety regulations, including COSHH requirements and safe handling of cleaning materials Maintain accurate records of cleaning schedules, staff attendance, and equipment maintenance Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, ordering stock as required and monitoring expenditure
• Provide induction and ongoing training to cleaning staff, supporting their professional development Identify and implement improvements to cleaning processes and operational efficiency Liaise with management, clients, and other departments to address cleaning requirements and resolve any issues Prepare reports on cleaning operations, performance metrics, and any incidents or concerns Ensure compliance with environmental and sustainability practices in cleaning operations

Qualifications

• Proven supervisory or team leadership experience, preferably in facilities management or cleaning operations Comprehensive knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practices in cleaning environments Strong organisational and time-keeping skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Excellent people skills and the ability to motivate and support a diverse team
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness Effective communication skills, both written and verbal Proficiency in using cleaning management systems or related software (desirable) First Aid certification or willingness to obtain one (desirable) Knowledge of environmental and sustainable cleaning practices (desirable)
• Experience with budget management and cost control (desirable)

Additional Information

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive.

As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, cadet forces adult volunteers, reservists and military families.

For roles requiring security clearance, any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion and maintenance of the required level of security clearance. Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and residency requirements applicable to that level of clearance.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees and workers to share this commitment. Where relevant to the role, safer recruitment checks will apply, including referencesand an enhanced DBS checkin line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment.

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.