Nightshift Cleaning Supervisor

ABM UK; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading integrated facility services provider is hiring a Night Shift Cleaning Supervisor in Edinburgh. The role involves overseeing nightly cleaning operations, supervising a team, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have experience or willingness to learn in cleaning supervision, strong leadership skills, and be detail-oriented. This position offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

24/7 GP service

Mental Health support

Get Fit Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning operations and supervision or willingness to learn.
• Ability to work under pressure and pay high attention to detail.
• Capable of leading a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in nightly cleaning operations.
• Supervise the cleaning team to ensure service excellence.
• Conduct audits and maintain compliance with Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Cleaning operations experience

High attention to detail

Strong communication skills in English

Reliability and flexibility

Team leadership

Understanding of HR processes

Valid UK Driving License

Job description

LOCATION: ST JAMES Quarter, Edinburgh

SHIFT PATTERN: 4 ON 4 OFF, 38.5 hours per week

PAY RATE: £15.10 per hour

If you require any additional support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please don't hesitate to contact our Recruitment Department [e-mail]. We're here to help!

OVERVIEW OF JOB DESCRIPTION

ROLE OVERVIEW AND PURPOSE

As the Night Shift Cleaning Supervisor, you will lead and actively participate in the nightly cleaning operations at St James Quarter. This is a hands‑on supervisory role where you will perform cleaning duties alongside managing the team to ensure service excellence. You will coordinate with the Deputy Presentation Managers and Presentation Manager, supporting operational delivery, compliance, and team development. You will also carry out basic HR functions such as investigations, return‑to‑work interviews, and training delivery, contributing to a well‑supported and high‑performing team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform cleaning duties as part of the night shift team, ensuring all areas meet required standards.
• Supervise and support the night cleaning team, promoting a positive and professional work culture.
• Ensure all cleaning operations, including periodic tasks with clear schedules, are maintained and all duties are signed off.
• Conduct and document return‑to‑work interviews following absences.
• Deliver training sessions and ensure weekly training topics are communicated and understood.
• Support basic HR functions including investigations, onboarding, and team development.
• Coordinate daily tasks and schedules, ensuring all duties are completed and signed off.
• Report directly to the Deputy Presentation Managers and Presentation Manager.
• Conduct nightly audits and inspections, providing feedback to management and team.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations and site‑specific procedures.
• Manage team rotas, absences, and holiday records, ensuring adequate staffing levels.
• Assist with recruitment, induction, and ongoing development of team members.
• Maintain stock control of cleaning products and uniform issuance.
• Promote teamwork and collaboration across departments and stakeholders at SJQ.
• Ensure high standards of colleague grooming, presentation, and guest interaction.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives innovation.
• Deliver excellent leadership, communication and motivation to the site‑based team, including communicating daily so that a sound communication channel exists in order that team goals can be achieved.

Note: This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Duties may be subject to change based on operational requirements.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience in cleaning operations and supervision (or willingness to learn).
• High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Strong communication skills in English (written and verbal).
• Reliable, flexible, and adaptable to a busy operational environment.
• Ability to work independently and lead a team effectively.
• Understanding of compliance, audits, and training delivery.
• Basic understanding of HR processes such as investigations, onboarding, and return‑to‑work procedures.
• Hold a valid UK Driving License.

We’re proud to offer a great range of benefits

• 24/7 GP: Both you and your immediate family can speak to a UK‑based GP from the comfort of your own home
• Mental Health support and Life Event Counseling
• Get Fit Programme
• Financial and legal support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access Perks at Work, our innovative employee app where you can find:

• Perks: discounts, gift cards, cashback, and exclusive offers
• Life: Search for resources and tools on topics ranging from family and life to health, money and work
• Support: Online chat or telephone service for urgent support in a crisis

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About ABM

ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world’s largest providers of integrated facility, engineering, and infrastructure solutions. Every day, over 100,000 team members deliver essential services that make spaces cleaner, safer, and efficient, enhancing the overall occupant experience.

ABM serves a wide range of market sectors including commercial real estate, aviation, mission critical, and manufacturing and distribution. With over $8 billion in annual revenue and a blue‑chip client base, ABM delivers innovative technologies and sustainable solutions that enhance facilities and empower clients to achieve their goals. Committed to creating smarter, more connected spaces, ABM is investing in the future to meet evolving challenges and build a healthier, thriving world. ABM: Driving possibility, together.

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ABM are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief. We are proud members of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme.