Job Description
Specialist Cleaning Lead
Location: Hinkley Point C (Site-based)Sector: Infrastructure / NuclearBenefits living away allowance, car allowance, bonus, holidays, pensionContract Type: Full-timeWorking Pattern: 9-day fortnight (One Friday off every other week.)
A major infrastructure services provider on one of the UK’s most high-profile nuclear construction projects at Hinkley Point C is seeking an experienced Specialist Cleaning Lead to take full responsibility for the delivery of specialist cleaning services in line with RCC-M nuclear cleanliness standards.
The Role
The Specialist Cleaning Lead will be accountable for the successful delivery of specialist cleaning across designated construction areas within a highly regulated nuclear environment.
This position requires a proven senior manager with experience delivering complex, compliance-led services, capable of leading multi-disciplinary teams while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
* Establish and lead a specialist cleaning service aligned with RCC-M nuclear cleanliness standards
* Develop, implement, and maintain quality, compliance, and operational documentation
* Perform regular operational inspections to identify recurring or unusual requirements
* Author and maintain:
o Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
o Risk Assessments
o Method Statements
* Lead and develop site-based teams to deliver operational and strategic objectives
* Support resourcing, recruitment, and training plans
* Monitor performance and produce data for management reporting
* Approve and manage planned procurement
* Ensure full compliance with HSE standards
* Oversee incident investigations, reporting, and corrective actions
* Initiate and deliver safety stand-downs where required
* Line management of assigned Building Logistics Managers
Essential Skills & Experience
* Strong leadership style promoting safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
* Ability to produce clear documentation, reports, and presentations
* Experience within a high compliance and highly regulated environment
* Cleaning, Facilities or Property experience
* COSHH knowledge
* NEBOSH or equivalent safety qualification
* SMSTS or equivalent construction qualification
* Full UK driving licence