Area Manager

Area Manager

Full-Time No working from home possible
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To manage the delivery of cleaning services across assigned sites, ensuring contractual obligations, quality standards, health and safety requirements, and financial targets are achieved while maintaining excellent client relationships.


Key Responsibilities



  • Manage the day-to-day operation of cleaning contracts.

  • Ensure all cleaning services are delivered in line with contractual specifications and agreed service levels.

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as the primary point of contact.

  • Conduct regular site inspections and quality audits to ensure high cleaning standards.

  • Develop and implement corrective action plans where standards are not met.

  • Recruit, train, supervise, and motivate cleaning supervisors and operatives.

  • Prepare staff rotas and ensure adequate staffing levels to meet operational requirements.

  • Monitor employee attendance, performance, and compliance with company policies.

  • Manage budgets, control labour and material costs, and ensure contracts remain profitable.

  • Order and monitor cleaning equipment, chemicals, and consumables.

  • Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, COSHH requirements, and company procedures.

  • Carry out risk assessments and ensure appropriate control measures are in place.

  • Investigate accidents, incidents, and customer complaints, implementing corrective actions where required.

  • Produce regular performance reports and attend client review meetings.

  • Identify opportunities for service improvements and contract growth.

  • Ensure compliance with environmental and sustainability policies.


Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)



  • Achievement of contractual Service Level Agreements (SLAs)

  • Client satisfaction scores

  • Quality audit results

  • Budget and profitability targets

  • Staff retention and attendance

  • Health and safety compliance

  • Response times to client requests and complaints


Person Specification


Essential



  • Experience managing cleaning or facilities management contracts.

  • Strong leadership and people management skills.

  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.

  • Good financial and budget management experience.

  • Knowledge of health and safety legislation, including COSHH.

  • Ability to plan, organise, and prioritise workloads.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

  • Full driving licence


Desirable



  • Facilities Management or Cleaning Management qualification.


Skills And Competencies



  • Leadership and team development

  • Contract and performance management

  • Client relationship management

  • Problem-solving and decision-making

  • Financial awareness

  • Organisation and time management

  • Negotiation and conflict resolution

  • Attention to detail

  • Communication and presentation skills


Direct Reports



  • Cleaning Supervisors

  • Team Leaders

  • Cleaning Operatives


Working Conditions



  • Based across multiple client sites.

  • Frequent travel between locations.

  • Occasional evening or weekend work to meet operational requirements.

  • Participation in an on-call rota may be required.

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Contact Details:

Aramark Ireland Recruitment Team