In-Store Cleaning Manager | Lead, Train & Audit

OCS; Workington; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wagestream pay options

OCS Academy learning

Hapi app discounts

Apprenticeships programme

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is recruiting an In-Store Cleaning Manager to lead a dedicated cleaning team. You’ll oversee daily cleaning operations across floors, washrooms and communal areas, and manage rotas, holidays and recruitment to maintain high standards.

This role offers development through the OCS Academy, access to Wagestream pay options, Hapi app perks and a supportive working environment as part of a trusted facilities management leader.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and assisting with the cleaning of floors, communal areas, stairwells, and washrooms (plus other ad hoc areas).
• Managing staff rotas, holiday requests, absence management, informal performance management and supporting recruitment of new employees where required.
• Complete site audits on a weekly basis ensuring actions are documented and completed quickly.
• Identify training needs on-site and conduct coaching/training, including Health & Safety, with records of training on-site.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Support the Area Manager with investigations into accidents or potential formal performance management.
• Monitor cleaning products on-site, maintain stock levels and place orders within site budgets.

Skills

Managerial experience

Cleaning industry

Staffing & rotas

HR compliance

Customer service

Deadline prioritisation

Job description

OCS UK & Ireland is recruiting an In-Store Cleaning Manager to lead a dedicated cleaning team. You’ll oversee daily cleaning operations across floors, washrooms and communal areas, and manage rotas, holidays and recruitment to maintain high standards.

This role offers development through the OCS Academy, access to Wagestream pay options, Hapi app perks and a supportive working environment as part of a trusted facilities management leader.