Area Cleaning Manager

New Permanent Opportunity - Area Cleaning Manager - North London- £35,000

Are you an experienced Area Cleaning Manager managing multiple contracts based in Watford? Are you currently overseeing too many sites and looking for a more manageable portfolio?

We are recruiting for an experienced Area Cleaning Manager to oversee sites across Enfield, Brentford and Stevenage, joining a fantastic and growing business seeking a new manager due to continued expansion.

You will be responsible for 12 sites, managing approximately 60 cleaning operatives, reporting directly to the Regional Manager. The portfolio consists of a mixture of industrial and commercial office contracts, with regular site visits required.

Founded in 1993, the business was built from the ground up by an ambitious entrepreneur who took the leap into self‑employment with limited resources but a clear vision. Encouraged to "go it alone" the company began as a small local operation with big ambitions.

From the very beginning, the focus has been on care, unity and quality, values that remain at the heart of the organisation today. Over the years, the company has grown significantly while maintaining its strong people‑first culture and commitment to delivering high standards of service to its clients.

This is a company that truly values its managers and operational teams, providing support, stability and long‑term career opportunities.

• Basic salary of £35,000

• Company van + fuel card

• Managing just 12 contracts

• Responsibility for approximately 60 cleaners

• Work for a company with an excellent ethos and strong values

• Industry‑specific training programmes to develop your career

• Opportunity to manage established, high‑profile contracts

• Laptop, mobile and tablet provided

• Responsibility for contract and cleaner performance to achieve and exceed SLA & KPI targets

• Building and maintaining strong client relationships, focusing on service delivery, retention, and growth

• Management of directly employed staff including recruitment, training, performance management and retention

• Attendance at training sessions and meetings as required

• Implementation of company policies and procedures

• Ensuring timesheets are accurate and within budget, resolving discrepancies where necessary

• Acting as the main contact point for internal departments including sales, stores, administration, accounts, and payroll

• Conducting site visits in line with contractual requirements

• Managing maintenance and repair of cleaning equipment and ensuring PAT compliance

• Supporting pre‑sale activity including client meetings, TUPE transfers and recruitment

• Arranging short‑notice cleaning cover when required

• Completing any additional ad‑hoc duties

• Proven experience managing multiple cleaning contracts in commercial environments

• Experience leading and motivating teams of 50+ operatives

• Be based around Watford

• Strong client relationship management skills

• Excellent communication skills

• Full UK driving licence

If you have the relevant experience please apply with your CV