Thorn Baker is working in collaboration with an established facilities management company to source a Cleaning Area Manager, for support with a high-end retail contract across the South Cost of the UK. If you are an experienced cleaning manager looking to reduce the amount of sites you are looking after, please read and apply.

The role offers;

Up to £35k Per Annum
A company car or van
Fuel Card
Work-life balance with a realistic expectation of managing 15 sites within one region
Pension contribution
Progression structure
Flexible working
The objective of the Area Manager is as follows:-

Ensure that the service (s) / contracts under the Area Manager's control achieve budgeted profit levels set by the board directors
Ensure that all operations are carried out in line with board policies and procedures
Train all staff and carry out an induction training program before commencement with the company
Ensure that a quality service is provided to clients by implementing stringent procedures and employing well-trained, professional, and motivated personnel
Conduct regular visits to carry out cleaning inspections and support the team with any issues
Ensure that the service (s)/ contracts under the Area Manager's control, achieve budgeted profit levels set by the board of directors.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for the Health & Safety of all personnel within the Area Manager's span of control, ensuring the company's Health & Safety policy is implemented and adhered to at all times
Responsible for ensuring Health & Safety considerations are taken into account by completing a "Risk Assessment" when preparing one-off quotations
Responsible for ensuring that the equipment used at each location is regularly checked to ensure it is in line with the Electricity at Work Act
Plans the allocation of tasks and responsibilities for personnel within their site
Delegates tasks and responsibilities effectively with effective management skills and coaching
Ensures their staff are properly briefed and understand all SLA's
Ensures key roles within the Area are covered, including all staffing levels
Visiting sites on a weekly or bi-weekly basis to build a strong rapport with the client on-site (visits will be expected to be up to half a day per site)
Ensures administrative paperwork for the services/contracts is maintained
Ensures all timesheets for the works carried out are checked and signed off before them being given to your line manager for final approval.
Ensure that the Site Dairy forms are signed off by the client every month
Conduct and complete monthly audits
Our client has created this opportunity to support the delivery of quality service and contract cleaning across the whole contract. They have developed these positions to ensure there are realistic expectations around the role and the ability to develop strong relationships, whilst having the time to deliver an exceptional cleaning service.

If you are an experienced cleaning manager, please apply via the link. They are looking to hold interviews as soon as possible, the process will be two stages over the next two weeks.

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