We are seeking an experienced and driven Cleaning Manager to lead the cleaning operation for a global FMCG client at their brand-new, state‑of‑the‑art campus in Kingston. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping high standards from day one within a prestigious corporate environment.
Responsibilities
* Deliver the cleaning service in line with the client contract, service scope and KPIs.
* Manage and develop cleaning supervisors and operatives, including recruitment, induction, training and appraisals.
* Ensure full compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental and company policies and procedures.
* Control labour, materials, consumables and subcontractor costs within budget.
* Manage payroll inputs, staff absences and sickness in line with HR procedures.
* Oversee ordering, distribution and stock control of cleaning materials and consumables.
* Carry out regular cleaning audits and quality assurance checks.
* Prepare reports and attend client and team meetings as required.
* Proactively drive operational efficiencies and introduce innovation.
* Actively demonstrate and embed company values within the cleaning team.
What Success Looks Like
* Cleaning standards consistently meet or exceed contract requirements.
* Strong audit results and positive client feedback.
* Engaged, well‑trained and motivated cleaning teams.
* Accurate payroll, records and financial controls.
* A positive Health & Safety culture and environmental sustainability focus.
Essential Qualifications
* Proven experience managing and leading a cleaning team.
* Strong knowledge of the cleaning industry and Health & Safety.
* Experience working in a corporate or structured environment.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills.
* Ability to prioritise, manage resources and control costs effectively.
* Computer literate with good literacy and numeracy skills.
* A genuine commitment to service excellence.
Desirable
* IOSH Managing Safely qualification.
* BICSc Assessor qualification.
* BIFM qualification.
* Apprenticeship in a relevant discipline.
Why Sodexo?
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. Belong in a company and team that values you for who you are. Act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions. Thrive in your own way.
Benefits
* Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support.
* An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life’s larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing.
* Access to a 24‑hour virtual GP Service.
* Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular big‑brand retailers.
* Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan.
* Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.
* Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
* Sodexo UK and Ireland’s enhanced benefits and leave policies.
Ready to be part of something greater? Join a team that values you for being you.
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications.
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