UK&I - 5B (Equans)

Posting date:	19 March 2026
Salary:	£30,000 per year
Additional salary information:	30000
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	18 April 2026
Location:	Birmingham , West Midlands, Birmingham
Company:	EQUANS
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	934108709

Summary

​Equans is looking for a Soft Service Supervisor to join our team covering multiple Schools across the Birmingham area. Based out of Regeneration House, B46 1JU you will work 37.5 hours a week on a permanent basis. On offer is a salary of £30,000.00 per annum and benefits package. Shift Pattern:7.5 hours per dayShifts between 6am - 7pm daily and to be agreed on weekly basis with Line Manager. For this role you must undergo a DBS clearance therefore ability to pass is essential. A valid full driving licence is essential What will you deliver? Responsible for ensuring the provision of a safe and high quality cleaning service across the schools campus that enables the delivery of a safe, sanitary, clean and tidy environment consistent with the education function. Ensure appropriate cleaning frequencies are in place as per contractual requirement and to suit the needs of the core services, and conduct the cleaning of all areas in such a way as to enable all users of the building to do so safely and hygienically whilst promoting a positive image of the schools to all its users. To manage all aspects of the cleaning staff on site in the delivery of the cleaning services as required, including such areas as inductions, training, monitoring, time and attendance management, performance management, stock control, health and safety, complaints and auditing. Duties to include: • Supervise, motivate, and support the cleaning team for your specified sites to deliver a high-quality service in line with contract requirements.• Manage staff recruitment, induction, training, rotas, and cover to ensure effective staffing for all cleaning duties, including periodic and deep cleans.• Monitor performance by conducting regular cleaning audits, managing open jobs to prevent SLA failures, and providing prompt responses and solutions to service issues.• Ensure all work complies with health & safety policies, statutory requirements, and company procedures, including conducting management safety visits and associated reporting.• Oversee management, safe use, storage and stock control of cleaning equipment, materials, and consumables, reporting any hazards or property damage as needed.• Complete and submit timesheets and absence records promptly, maintaining clear communication with management and stakeholders.• Undertake any other reasonable tasks as required by line management. What we offer.Paid days annual leave (+ public holidays)Life Cover equivalent to X1.5 times annual salaryEmployee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailersGym membership discounts Cycle to work scheme Holiday purchase scheme2 corporate social responsibility days per yearBroad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmesAttractive Employee Referral Rewards SchemeAccess to our growing employee networks including Accessibility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), Women Together (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app Who are we looking for? • Ability to successfully complete an Enhanced DBS check in line with contract requirements.• Proven experience supervising cleaning services, with strong knowledge of cleaning techniques, substances, and industry standards.• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks effectively.• Demonstrates strong teamwork skills and collaborates well with colleagues.• Flexible and adaptable approach to work, including the ability to cover additional hours when required (e.g., sickness or annual leave).• Effective communicator, able to interact professionally with colleagues, clients, and members of the public.• Committed to complying with Health & Safety policies, including wearing protective clothing and following all company and client safety procedures. Who are we?In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of sustainable facilities management and regeneration, and cutting-edge energy and digital services. Our 15,000 employees combine these activities to deliver decarbonisation across the built environment and help businesses, communities, public sector organisations and government to accelerate the transition to a low carbon, resilient world. Globally, Equans is a world leader in the energy and services sector with operations in 20 countries, 90,000 employees working on 5 continents and a turnover of 19.2 billion euros in 2024. Equans is a subsidiary of the Bouygues group. Our ambition At Equans, we are driven by our ambition to be recognised for our operational excellence and as the best place to work for our employees. This commitment extends to achieving global and sustainable performance through Impact, ensuring that everything we do aligns with our core values—Accountability, Respect, Team Spirit, and Service Focus. We take ownership, act with integrity, and set high standards. We listen, support, and care for one another. We collaborate and build trust to achieve shared goals, always striving to meet our customers' needs in a proactive and pragmatic way. These values shape our culture, strengthen our community, and inspire us to deliver excellence every day. What's next? If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010. At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), Veterans & Reservists, WOMEN Together (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals. For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role.  Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements. The Equans Resourcing Team manage this requirement. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries should come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.