Cleaning Supervisor

Manchester Arndale; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Cleaning Supervisor. This role involves leading a team to ensure high standards of cleaning and service delivery. The ideal candidate must possess excellent communication skills and a flexible approach to work hours, with an ability to prioritize tasks effectively. Previous supervisory experience and understanding of COSH and risk assessments are desirable. The company offers opportunities for professional development in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Must have the right to work in the UK.
• Previous experience in a supervisory role is desirable.
• Understanding of COSH and risk assessment would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team and oversee tasks effectively.
• Ensure high standards of cleaning and service delivery.
• Communicate instructions and feedback clearly to the team.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Leadership

Microsoft Office

Adaptability

Education

GCSE Grades in English and Maths

Job description

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.

About The Role

Candidate will be flexible with working weekends and the following shift times would be based on the roster

• 06:00-14:00
• 10:00-18:00
• 12:00-20:00
• 14:00-22:00

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for the right person to join our team at OCS as a Cleaning Supervisor. As a supervisor at OCS you will be at the front line of the operation and play a key role in the management and delivery of service to our client. Working closely with the Duty Manager you’ll oversee cleaning and associated duties for the team and make sure tasks are carried out to the required standards.

You will need to be able to effectively and accurately deliver instructions and training to your team, so being an excellent communicator is a must as well as being able to identify improvements and successes within your team.

Key responsibilities

• Desire to lead a team and oversee tasks
• Flexible with working hours and days
• Ability to work to deadlines and prioritize workload
• Excellent communication skills
• Focused with good attention to detail
• Can-Do and happy to help attitude
• Comfortable delivering instructions
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc)
• Must have the right to work in the UK

Desirable

• Understanding of COSH and risk assessment
• Previous experience in a supervisory role
• Previous experience working in cleaning
• Previous experience of working with members of the public
• Passing GCSE Grades (or equivalent) in: English, Maths

Additional information

• You may be required to undergo a medical and drug and alcohol test prior to starting, as well as during your employment

How to Apply:

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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.