Lead Reactive Specialist Cleaning Technician

Example Recruitment; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An established specialist cleaning company in the UK is seeking a Lead Reactive Specialist Cleaning Technician. In this full-time role, you'll lead teams to deliver exceptional reactive and planned cleaning services, ensuring high safety standards. A valid UK driving licence and leadership skills are essential. The position offers competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for progression in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension scheme

Health and wellbeing programme

Life insurance

Employee referral scheme

Qualifications

• Full UK manual driving licence is essential.
• Proven experience in reactive and planned works in a facilities environment.
• Willingness to obtain a valid DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support teams during reactive and planned jobs.
• Deliver specialist cleaning and waste management services.
• Respond to urgent out-of-hours works.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Flexibility

Job description

Lead Reactive Specialist Cleaning Technicians

📍 Nationwide roles available

💰 £28,800 – £38,000 per annum

🕐 Full-time, permanent

An established specialist cleaning and environmental services provider is seeking a proactive and experienced Lead Reactive Specialist Cleaning Technician to join their expanding operations team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys taking ownership of their work, and takes pride in leading teams to deliver exceptional results on‑site.

In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of both reactive and planned works, ensuring each project is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest professional standards. You’ll work closely with other technicians and site teams, taking a hands‑on approach while supporting the ongoing growth and reputation of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support teams of technicians and agency operatives during reactive and planned jobs.
• Deliver a wide range of specialist cleaning, waste management, and decontamination services.
• Respond promptly to urgent and out‑of‑hours works, including evenings and weekends when required.
• Maintain all tools, vehicles, and PPE in excellent working condition, ensuring full compliance with safety procedures.
• Use company systems and tablets to accurately record job information, site details, and customer updates.
• Assist with the onboarding and mentoring of new technicians, promoting high operational standards across the team.
• Represent the company professionally at all times, building strong relationships with clients and site contacts.

What We’re Looking For

• Full UK manual driving licence (essential).
• Valid DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
• Proven experience delivering both reactive and planned works, ideally within a specialist or facilities environment.
• Confident leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and guide others on‑site.
• Organised, reliable, and able to work calmly under pressure.
• Flexibility to take part in on‑call and weekend rotas when required.
• Additional qualifications such as IPAF or PASMA would be advantageous.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary with progression opportunities.
• Company pension scheme.
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing programme.
• Life insurance and retail discounts.
• Employee referral scheme.
• Supportive and professional working environment where your contribution is genuinely valued.

📩 To express your interest or learn more, please get in touch today

If you’re someone who enjoys variety, responsibility, and leading from the front — this is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected name in the industry and play a key role in delivering essential environmental services.