Rail Site Manager

Churchill Group; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cleaning and facilities management provider in Edinburgh is looking for an experienced Rail Site Manager to oversee operations for a major rail contract. In this role, you will lead a team of over 30 operatives, ensuring that cleaning standards are maintained effectively. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and the ability to manage client relationships while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. This position offers competitive benefits and seeks someone who can motivate and support their team daily.

Benefits

Employee Ownership

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Company sick pay

Maternity and paternity leave support

24/7 GP access and mental health support

Two paid volunteering days per year

Exclusive perks and discounts

Ongoing training and development

Wellbeing, Diversity & Inclusion initiatives

Recognition and rewards programs

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and motivational abilities.
• Experience in financial forecasting and budgeting.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety in the cleaning industry.
• Previous rail client experience and a full driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 30+ operatives overseeing cleaning operations.
• Manage service delivery quality and client relationships.
• Conduct contract and specification review meetings.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety procedures.
• Identify continuous improvement and cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Motivational abilities

Financial forecasting

Health and Safety knowledge

Job description

Based in Edinburgh

Salary: £35,000 – £38,000 per annum
Shifts: Days and Nights

We’re looking for an experienced Rail Site Manager to join our team in Scotland, overseeing cleaning operations for a major rail contract.

In this role, you’ll lead a team of 30+ operatives, ensuring depot and fleet cleaning standards are consistently met and maintained to the highest level. Every day brings new challenges, and when you’re working with people, there’s never a dull moment.

Your strong leadership and interpersonal skills will be key to supporting, motivating, and developing your team while delivering exceptional service standards.

As a Rail Site Manager you’ll be:

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, ensuring high levels of satisfaction for all involved.
• Ensuring the consistent quality of service delivery, with a focus on inclusivity and customer needs.
• Managing ad-hoc and regular activities such as projects, reports, and audits, supporting the Operations Manager as required.
• Leading contract and specification review meetings with clients
• Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety procedures and legislation
• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement, cost savings, and growth, while ensuring that all perspectives are valued and considered.

As a Rail Site Manager you’ll have:

• Strong leadership and motivational abilities, with the capacity to plan ahead, work under pressure, and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience in financial forecasting, budgeting, and analysis
• A working knowledge of Health and Safety systems within the cleaning industry, ensuring safety for all individuals involved.
• Previous experience working with rail clients would be desirable, along with a flexible approach to meeting diverse client needs.
• A full driving license and the ability to travel - occasional nights required.

What we offer you

We believe in rewarding talent and creating a workplace where everyone feels valued. Here’s what you’ll get:

• Employee Ownership – You are part of our success!
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Company sick pay
• Maternity and paternity leave support
• 24/7 GP access, plus mental health, wellness, financial, and legal support
• Two paid volunteering days per year – Give back to a cause that matters to you
• Exclusive perks and discounts – More than 250 deals available
• Ongoing training and development – From apprenticeships to leadership programs
• Wellbeing, Diversity & Inclusion – Our Mosaic Committee and Mental Health First Aiders are leading the way
• Recognition and rewards – Celebrating our shining stars all year round

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. As an inclusive and equal‑opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. We believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence, and we strive to build a culture of respect, fairness, and opportunity for all.

Reasonable adjustments

Please let us know if there are any adjustments we can make to support you during our recruitment process. We’re happy to help…

Please note: Security clearance (DBS) drug and alcohol testing is required for this role.