Cleaning Team Leader - Lead, Train & Improve Standards

OCS Group; Abingdon; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

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Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking a Cleaning Team Leader to coordinate a team of cleaners on a Monday-Friday shift (6.00am–14.15pm), ensuring high standards of cleanliness and safety across the site. Reporting to the Site Manager, you will drive daily operations and monitor performance.

You will train new staff, conduct regular inspections, manage supplies, and liaise with clients to meet their needs. A proactive, reliable leader with COSHH and health & safety knowledge is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading a cleaning team.
• Experience cleaning in a similar environment.
• Knowledge of COSHH and health & safety compliance.
• Experience training and inducting colleagues.
• Ability to conduct inspections and maintain high standards.
• Strong communication with clients and team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and lead a team of cleaners to maintain high standards.
• Oversee daily cleaning operations and report to Site Manager.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Communicate with clients to understand needs and satisfaction.
• Manage cleaning supplies and equipment.

Skills

Team leadership

People management

COSHH knowledge

Training & induction

Inspections & quality control

Client liaison

Adaptability

Reliability & punctuality

Job description

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking a Cleaning Team Leader to coordinate a team of cleaners on a Monday-Friday shift (6.00am–14.15pm), ensuring high standards of cleanliness and safety across the site. Reporting to the Site Manager, you will drive daily operations and monitor performance.

You will train new staff, conduct regular inspections, manage supplies, and liaise with clients to meet their needs. A proactive, reliable leader with COSHH and health & safety knowledge is essential.