Cleaning Supervisor

Sodexo; Holbrook CP; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Career development

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a hands-on Cleaning Supervisor to lead the cleaning team and ensure the site maintains high standards. You will allocate daily tasks, manage rotas, monitor quality, and support the team to deliver reliable service.

You will enforce Health & Safety, COSHH, GMP and proper working practices, oversee equipment, stock levels, and documentation, and work with management and client to resolve issues while upholding compliance.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Cleaning Supervisor is essential
• Knowledge of Health & Safety, COSHH and GMP requirements
• Experience leading a cleaning team and managing rotas

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the cleaning team to deliver consistently high standards
• Allocate daily tasks and manage rotas, absence and holiday cover
• Carry out regular quality checks and ensure cleaning standards are maintained
• Train and support team members, ensuring compliance with site procedures
• Ensure Health & Safety, COSHH, GMP and safe working practices are followed
• Manage cleaning equipment, materials and stock levels
• Complete required records, checks and compliance documentation
• Work closely with management and the client to resolve issues and maintain excellent service

Skills

People management

Rotas management

Quality checks

Communication

Organisation

Problem solving

Education

IOSH qualification

COSHH qualification

BICSc qualification

Tools

Cleaning equipment handling

Stock/ consumables control

Job description

This is a hands‑on supervisory role where you will lead the cleaning team and ensure consistently high standards are maintained across the site. You will be responsible for the day‑to‑time delivery of the cleaning service, including allocating work, monitoring standards, managing rotas and supporting the team.,

• Lead and support the cleaning team to deliver consistently high standards
• Allocate daily tasks and manage rotas, absence and holiday cover
• Carry out regular quality checks and ensure cleaning standards are maintained
• Train and support team members, ensuring compliance with site procedures
• Ensure Health & Safety, COSHH, GMP and safe working practices are followed
• Manage cleaning equipment, materials and stock levels
• Complete required records, checks and compliance documentation
• Work closely with management and the client to resolve issues and maintain excellent service As the role operates within a standards and compliance‑led environment, attention to detail and a strong approach to health, safety and cleaning procedures are essential., Previous experience as a Cleaning Supervisor is essential
• Proven experience leading, supporting and organising a cleaning team
• Good knowledge of professional cleaning methods, equipment and materials
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety, COSHH and safe working practices
• Experience working to high standards in a compliance-focused environment
• Confident managing rotas, allocating workloads and monitoring cleaning standards
• Strong communication, organisation and people-management skills
• Reliable, proactive and able to resolve day‑to‑day operational issues
• Experience in a GMP, pharmaceutical, laboratory or regulated environment would be advantageous
• Relevant cleaning, IOSH, COSHH or BICSc qualifications would be beneficial Working with Sodexo is more than a job it's a chance to be part of something greater. You'll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you'll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you'll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families.

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. We are a global leader in services that improve Quality of Life, operating in 55 countries and serving over 100 million consumers each day. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.