Area Manager Role jobs in West Sussex

Job Description:

Job Title: Area Cleaning Manager

Salary: OTE £37,500

Benefits: Company Van, Laptop & Phone

Location: Various sites across designated region & designated Mobile support operative, (please note you must live within 45 minute commute to our head office which is based in Horsham, West Sussex)

Reports to: Operations Manager

Company Overview

Incor Group is a leading provider of professional cleaning and facilities management services across the Southeast & Surrey. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional standards, reliability, and customer satisfaction. Our team is committed to creating clean, safe, and welcoming environments for our clients.

Our Values

· Client First – We put our clients at the heart of everything we do.

· Teamwork – We support each other and work together to achieve success.

· Excellent Standards – We strive for the highest level of quality in all our services.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Area Cleaning Manager to oversee and manage cleaning operations across multiple sites.

The successful candidate will ensure high standards of cleanliness, operational efficiency, and staff performance while delivering excellent customer service. You will be responsible for leading a team of Supervisors and Cleaning Operatives, managing resources, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and maintaining client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

· Oversee and manage a designated area or region, ensuring high-quality cleaning service delivery.

· Lead, support, and develop Mobile Teams, Supervisors and Cleaning Operatives.

· Ensure all cleaning services are delivered in line with contractual specifications.

· Recruit and onboard new staff, ensuring completion of all documentation including enhanced DBS checks where applicable.

· Conduct staff inductions and facilitate ongoing training and development.

· Perform regular site inspections and audits, including checks on equipment and stock levels.

· Monitor and manage quality standards, completing regular audits.

· Manage and review time and attendance systems, addressing any issues promptly.

· Conduct disciplinary and grievance hearings in line with company policies.

· Organise cover for staff absence due to sickness or holidays.

· Work closely with the Health & Safety Manager to ensure compliance with the company’s Health & Safety Policy.

· Carry out and maintain up-to-date risk assessments.

- Produce monthly reports for our clients.

The Ideal Candidate

· A professional appearance and demeanour as a representative of the company.

· Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage teams.

· A proactive, forward-thinking approach.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

· A collaborative and team-oriented mindset.

· Proven experience in the cleaning industry.

· Flexibility regarding working hours (this role is not limited to standard 9–5 hours).

· A valid clean UK driving license & over the age of 25 years for insurance purposes.

· Strong IT skills and confidence using digital systems.

· The ability to pass an enhanced DBS check

Pay: £35,000.00-£37,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company car
• Free or subsidised travel
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• Tell us a little bit about you, your current job role & why you would like to apply for this position?
• Do you live within a 45 minute commute to Horsham where our head office is located?

Experience:

• Management or Supervisory: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• Fluent English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• UK clean Drivers Licence (preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (preferred)

Work Location: In person