Cleaning Supervisor Ref 294/LB

Cleaning Supervisor Ref 294/LB


Company
Birkin Cleaning Services Limited
Location
Glasgow
Job Type
Full–time and Part-time
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Birkin Group are currently recruiting for a school Cleaning Supervisor in G2 1AP.

SUMMARY OF JOB

To undertake occasional cleaning of various area as indicated by your line manager or when required due to short fall in staff and supervisory duties at the Site.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Practical experience in the contract cleaning industry, with experience of managing a team.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· To ensure that all staff members sign in and out correctly as per the company procedures.

· To ensure that relevant attendance times are accurate to enable completion of timesheets to be provided to your line manager

· To provide your line manager with a monthly stores order for chemicals

· To inspect all areas of the premises daily, reporting to the client and Line Manager on work that is to be carried out, standards and the cleanliness of buildings, etc.

· To carry out weekly quality audits of the premises on a rota basis to ensure standards are meeting the required specification.

· To carry out regular Health and Safety Audits as programmed and scheduled by your line manager.

· To liaise with the contract representative, to ensure that work programmes effectively meet the client’s needs.

· To supervise cleaning operations, ensuring that the client specification/cleaning requirements are met and set contract resource levels are being adhered to.

· To work individually or as part of a team and supervise the cleaning of the premises, ensuring they are kept in a clean and hygienic condition. Duties will include the organisation and carrying out of tasks, such as cleaning, washing, sweeping, vacuum cleaning, emptying of litter bins, polishing and dusting designated areas (which may include toilets and associated facilities) and fixtures and fittings. Powered equipment will be used where appropriate.

· To carry out other routine maintenance operations, such as wall washing, carpet cleaning, re-sealing and dressing of floors.

· To lock and unlock the doors of the client’s premises, where necessary.

· To recruit, train (including induction) employees, to develop an efficient and effective team of cleaners, who are competent in the use of cleaning materials and equipment.

· To ensure all working practices comply with the requirements of the Health & Safety at Work etc Act (1974).

· To ensure compliance with the company’s rules and procedures relating to the conduct of business.

This is not intended to be a full definition of duties and staff will be expected to perform such other reasonable duties as may be necessary from time to time, to ensure the growth and profitability of the Company.

RESPONSIBLE FOR

All cleaning operating at the site

Shift times:
• MONDAY - FRIDAY
• 18:30 - 21:00

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £15.79 per hour

Benefits:
• Company pension

Experience:
• cleaning: 2 years (preferred)
• Supervising: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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