Clean Facilities Manager

Cleaning Operations Manager

We are seeking an experienced Cleaning Operations Manager to oversee the cleanliness of our facilities. This is a critical role that requires strong leadership and organizational skills to manage a team and ensure high standards of cleaning are maintained.

Key Responsibilities:

• Staff Management:
  • Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate cleaning staff to ensure they have the necessary skills to perform their roles effectively.
  • Schedule shifts and assign tasks to team members to ensure efficient use of resources and effective time management.
  • Evaluate performance and provide coaching or disciplinary action when necessary to maintain high standards.
• Operational Oversight:
  • Develop and implement cleaning schedules and procedures to ensure all areas are cleaned to the required standard.
  • Monitor the cleanliness of all areas, including floors, restrooms, windows, public/common areas, and workspaces, and conduct regular inspections to identify any issues.
  • Ensure compliance with cleaning standards and make recommendations for improvements where necessary.
• Inventory & Supplies:
  • Manage stock levels of cleaning materials and equipment to ensure adequate supplies are available at all times.
  • Order and track supplies within budget to ensure timely delivery and minimize waste.
  • Ensure proper storage and usage of chemicals and equipment to prevent accidents and ensure efficiency.
• Compliance & Safety:
  • Enforce health and safety regulations and ensure the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Train staff on the safe handling of cleaning materials and equipment to ensure they understand the risks and take appropriate precautions.
  • Maintain up-to-date records of safety training and incident reports to monitor progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Customer & Stakeholder Liaison:
  • Communicate with clients, facility managers, or department heads to ensure service satisfaction and address any concerns promptly.
  • Handle complaints or feedback professionally and implement corrective measures to resolve issues quickly.
• Reporting & Documentation:
  • Maintain cleaning logs, inventory records, staff schedules, and inspection reports to track progress and identify areas for improvement.
  • Provide regular performance and compliance reports to upper management to ensure transparency and accountability.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a cleaning supervisory or managerial role, preferably in a commercial, healthcare, educational, or industrial environment.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, supplies, and equipment, including health and safety standards and relevant regulations.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and direct a team to achieve high standards.
• Ability to manage a team and work under pressure, with a flexible availability to accommodate changing priorities and deadlines.
• Familiarity with occupational health and safety standards, including certification in this area is desirable.
• Basic computer skills for scheduling and reporting, including proficiency in software applications used in cleaning operations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a commercial, healthcare, educational, or industrial cleaning environment, with knowledge of the specific challenges and requirements of each sector.
• Certification in occupational health and safety or sanitation, demonstrating expertise in these areas.
• Fluency in multiple languages, depending on workforce diversity, to enhance communication and collaboration with staff and stakeholders.

Working Conditions:

• The role may involve standing, walking, and lifting throughout the shift, requiring a good level of physical fitness and mobility.
• Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, or holidays if required, to accommodate changing priorities and deadlines.
• Work may take place in varying environments, including office buildings, schools, hospitals, and other facilities, requiring adaptability and flexibility.

Please tell us about your relevant skills and experience.

• Coaching
• Hospitals
• Literacy
• Inventory
• Tenant
• Leases
• Sanitation
• Compliance
• Team Management
• Deposits
• Staff Management
• Scheduling
• Occupational Health
• Safety Training