Area Cleaning Manager
| Posting date: | 05 June 2026 |
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| Salary: | £35,000 to £37,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 July 2026 |
| Location: | M1 1AD |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Thorn Baker Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 263104man-1121 |
Summary
New Permanent Opportunity - Area Cleaning Manager - Manchester City Centre - £35,000
Are you an experienced Cleaning Manager or Area Cleaning Manager looking for a role where quality is valued over quantity? Do you have too many sites and looking too reduce this? Would you like to work for a genuinely supportive, family-run business with excellent staff retention, strong values, and a reputation for looking after its people?
We are recruiting for an Area Cleaning Manager to oversee a portfolio of just four large, prestigious contracts across Manchester City Centre. This opportunity has arisen due to continued growth within the business.
Reporting directly to senior management, you will have full responsibility for service delivery, client relationships, and team management across a small portfolio of high-profile sites, allowing you to focus on delivering exceptional standards rather than managing an excessive number of contracts.
About the Company
This is a well-established, family-run business that has built an excellent reputation within the cleaning and facilities management sector. Unlike many larger organisations, they pride themselves on maintaining a close-knit culture where employees are genuinely valued and supported.
The business has experienced steady, sustainable growth while retaining the family values that have made it successful. Staff turnover is exceptionally low, and many employees have enjoyed long and successful careers within the company.
Due to continued expansion and the successful acquisition of new contracts, they are now looking to strengthen their management team with the appointment of an Area Cleaning Manager.
What's in it for you?
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Basic salary of £35,000 + car
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Managing just four large, high-profile contracts
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Manchester City Centre-based portfolio
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Work for a family-run business with excellent values and culture
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Low staff turnover and supportive leadership team
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Genuine career development opportunities
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Opportunity to make a real impact within a growing organisation
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Company-provided equipment and support to perform your role effectively
Your Role
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Full responsibility for contract performance, ensuring SLA and KPI targets are consistently achieved
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Building and maintaining strong client relationships across the portfolio
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Managing cleaning teams and supervisors to ensure high standards of service delivery
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Conducting regular site visits and quality audits
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Recruitment, training, development, and retention of cleaning operatives
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Managing labour budgets, timesheets, and operational performance
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Handling client queries and resolving issues promptly and professionally
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Ensuring compliance with company policies, procedures, and health & safety requirements
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Supporting the mobilisation of new contracts as the business continues to grow
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Working closely with senior management to identify opportunities for service improvement
About You
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Previous experience managing cleaning contracts within a commercial environment
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Strong people management and leadership skills
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Excellent client relationship management experience
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Organised, proactive, and able to work independently
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Strong understanding of service delivery, KPIs, and operational performance
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Full UK driving licence
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Passion for delivering high standards and developing teams
Location
Manchester City Centre
If you are looking to join a fantastic family-run organisation where people genuinely enjoy coming to work, with a manageable portfolio, supportive leadership, and excellent long-term prospects, please apply with your CV today.
There is a two-stage interview process commencing shortly.
Reference: TE1