Industrial Cleaning Supervisor – Night Shift

Coppersmith Recruitment and Services; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Coppersmith Recruitment and Services Ltd is recruiting an Industrial Cleaning Supervisor for a large Dunfermline distribution centre. You will lead a night shift of cleaning operatives, ensuring high standards of safety, efficiency and cleanliness while meeting client expectations.

The role requires hands-on supervision, strong communication, and the ability to manage workloads on a 4-on, 4-off night rotation. On-site, permanent contracted hours with a compensation of £14.21 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising or coordinating a cleaning team in industrial or warehouse settings.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage workloads and prioritise tasks during night shifts.
• Willingness to perform hands-on cleaning duties when required.
• Reliable transport to the distribution centre.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, motivate, and coordinate a team of industrial cleaning operatives during the night shift.
• Allocate daily cleaning duties and ensure workloads are distributed effectively.
• Monitor team performance, productivity, attendance, and cleaning standards.
• Provide guidance, support, and on-the-job training to cleaning operatives.
• Ensure adequate staffing levels and report any absences or operational concerns.
• Lead by example, maintaining a professional and hands-on approach to cleaning duties.
• Oversee all cleaning activities across a large, operational distribution centre.
• Ensure floors, loading bays, walkways, communal areas, and spaces are cleaned to standards.
• Supervise waste collection, segregation, recycling, and disposal activities.
• Monitor safe use of industrial cleaning equipment, including scrubber dryers.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify areas needing additional cleaning.
• Ensure cleaning schedules and site requirements are met within timeframes.
• Assist with cleaning duties when necessary to support the team.
• Ensure cleaning activities comply with site health and safety procedures.
• Promote safe working practices and PPE usage.
• Monitor chemical handling/storage per COSHH regulations.
• Identify hazards, incidents, near misses, and equipment defects.
• Maintain hygiene, housekeeping, and workplace safety.
• Act as main point of contact for cleaning-related matters during the night shift.
• Communicate with site management and operational teams.
• Complete cleaning checklists, inspections, and shift handover reports.
• Report staffing issues, cleaning concerns, and maintenance requirements promptly.
• Maintain accurate records of completed cleaning tasks and activities.

Skills

Team Leadership

Supervision

Communication

Organisational Skills

Night Shift

Tools

Scrubber Dryers

Job description

Location: Dunfermline, Fife

Pay Rate: £14.21 per hour

Shift Pattern: 4 On, 4 Off

Working Hours: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Job Type: Full-Time, Ongoing

Work Location: On-Site

Job Overview

Coppersmith Recruitment and Services Ltd is currently recruiting for an experienced and motivated Industrial Cleaning Supervisor to join our client's operations at a large, busy distribution centre in Dunfermline.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with previous cleaning supervisory or team leadership experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced industrial environment.

As an Industrial Cleaning Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing a team of cleaning operatives during the night shift, ensuring that all cleaning activities are completed efficiently, safely, and to the highest possible standards.

You will play a key role in maintaining a clean, safe, and operationally efficient distribution centre while supporting your team and ensuring all cleaning schedules and client expectations are met.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership and Supervision

Supervise, motivate, and coordinate a team of industrial cleaning operatives throughout the night shift.

Allocate daily cleaning duties and ensure workloads are distributed effectively.

Monitor team performance, productivity, attendance, and cleaning standards.

Provide guidance, support, and on-the-job training to cleaning operatives.

Ensure adequate staffing levels and report any absences or operational concerns.

Lead by example, maintaining a professional and hands-on approach to cleaning duties.

Industrial Cleaning Operations

Oversee all cleaning activities across a large, operational distribution centre.

Ensure warehouse floors, loading bays, walkways, communal areas, and operational spaces are cleaned to the required standards.

Supervise waste collection, segregation, recycling, and disposal activities.

Monitor the safe and effective use of industrial cleaning equipment, including scrubber dryers and other mechanical cleaning machinery.

Conduct regular inspections to identify areas requiring additional cleaning or attention.

Ensure cleaning schedules and site-specific requirements are completed within agreed timeframes.

Assist with cleaning duties when necessary to support the team.

Health, Safety and Compliance

Ensure all cleaning activities comply with site health and safety procedures.

Promote safe working practices in a busy distribution centre environment.

Ensure the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Monitor the safe handling, storage, and use of cleaning chemicals in accordance with COSHH regulations.

Identify and report hazards, incidents, near misses, and equipment defects.

Ensure cleaning equipment is maintained, stored, and operated safely.

Maintain high standards of hygiene, housekeeping, and workplace safety.

Reporting and Communication

Act as the main point of contact for cleaning-related matters during the night shift.

Communicate effectively with site management and operational teams.

Complete cleaning checklists, inspections, and shift handover reports.

Report staffing issues, cleaning concerns, and maintenance requirements promptly.

Ensure accurate records are maintained for completed cleaning tasks and operational activities.

To be considered for this position, applicants should demonstrate:

Previous experience in industrial, commercial, or warehouse cleaning.

Experience supervising, leading, or coordinating a team.

Strong communication and organisational skills.

Ability to manage workloads and prioritise tasks effectively.

Good understanding of workplace health and safety.

Ability to work independently and make decisions during night shifts.

A proactive, reliable, and professional approach to work.

Willingness to undertake hands‑on cleaning duties when required.

Ability to work the full 4-on, 4-off night shift pattern.

Reliable transport to and from the distribution centre.

The following would be advantageous but are not essential:

Previous supervisory experience within a large warehouse, distribution centre, or logistics environment.

Experience using industrial cleaning machinery, including ride-on or pedestrian scrubber dryers.

Knowledge of COSHH procedures and cleaning risk assessments.

Experience managing cleaning schedules, staff rotas, and performance.

Previous experience working in an operational environment with strict health and safety requirements.

Working Hours and Pay

Hourly Rate: £14.21

Shift Pattern: 4 days on, 4 days off

Shift Times: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Location: Dunfermline, Fife

This is a night‑shift position operating on a rotating 4‑on, 4‑off schedule, including weekends where they fall within the rotation.

Candidates must be comfortable working overnight and supervising cleaning operations within a busy distribution centre.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a confident, dependable, and hands‑on supervisor who takes pride in delivering excellent cleaning standards.

The successful candidate will be someone who can lead a team effectively, communicate clearly, maintain high standards of safety, and ensure cleaning operations run smoothly throughout the night.

You should be comfortable taking responsibility, resolving day‑to‑day operational challenges, and creating a positive and productive working environment for your team.