Mission 4 Recruitment Ltd
Area Cleaning Manager
Area Cleaning Manager at Mission 4 Recruitment Ltd, based in Croydon, South East England, paying £33,000 - £38,000 per annum. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- £33,000 - £38,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Croydon, South East England
- Closing date
- Sector
- Cleaner
About 38% above the going rate for cleaner
Reference 57558853
About the role
Location: Croydon, BR3 (Covering multiple sites across South London)
Salary: £33,000 - £38,000 (DOE) + Company Vehicle/Car Allowance
Working Hours: Monday- Friday (9am – 5pm)
Job Code: MJ2368
Area Cleaning Manager
We are recruiting for an experienced Area Cleaning Manager to join a growing facilities management company, overseeing cleaning contracts across a portfolio of schools in London.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Cleaning Contracts Manager, Area Supervisor or Area Manager looking to take the next step in their career.
Our client is looking for someone with a hands-on approach, strong people management skills and a good understanding of the contract cleaning industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the daily operations of multiple school cleaning contracts.
- Manage, motivate and support cleaning supervisors and site-based teams.
- Conduct regular site visits and quality inspections.
- Ensure consistently high cleaning standards across all sites.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with clients.
- Manage staffing levels, recruitment, rotas and cover arrangements.
- Monitor budgets, control costs and support contract profitability.
- Ensure compliance with Health & Safety procedures.
- Identify opportunities to improve service delivery and operational efficiency.
Skills & Experience
- Previous experience within the contract cleaning industry is essential.
- Experience managing multiple cleaning sites or contracts.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
- Good understanding of cleaning standards, equipment and Health & Safety.
- Experience working within schools or education settings would be advantageous.
- Full UK driving licence.
Benefits
- Additional day's holiday for your birthday.
- Access to 40+ online training courses.
- Employee wellbeing platform.
- Annual paid volunteering day.
- Employee reward and recognition scheme.
- Death in service benefit.
Interested? Apply today!
Due to the volume of applications, we are only able to contact shortlisted candidates. If you haven't heard from us within 7 days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We will retain your details for future suitable opportunities.
Reference: 57558853 · Posted 1 hour ago · Closes 23 Dec 2026 · Listed via Mission 4 Recruitment Ltd
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