Group Cleaning Manager - Rotherham

14forty is a specialist facilities management business within Compass Group UK & Ireland, delivering integrated workplace services across the UK. Bringing together catering, cleaning, security and support services under one contract. 14forty creates efficient, high-performing environments that enhance the employee experience and allow clients to focus on their core business. With a strong focus on service excellence, innovation and sustainability, the business is committed to making workplaces better, every day. Are you an experienced cleaning professional with a strong background in managing multi-site operations? We're looking for a hands-on Group Cleaning Manager to oversee service delivery across a portfolio of four sites, two main locations and two supporting satellite sites. About the role As Group Cleaning Manager, you'll lead and coordinate cleaning operations across 4 locations, managing a team of approximately 30 colleagues. You'll be the key point of contact for the client, ensuring consistently high standards, strong team performance, and seamless day-to-day operations. This role is ideal for someone with experience in industrial environments who thrives in a fast-paced, operational setting and is passionate about driving standards, compliance, and team engagement. What you'll be responsible for

• Leading, motivating and developing a team of around 30 cleaning colleagues across four sites
• Overseeing day-to-day cleaning operations, ensuring consistently high standards across all locations
• Acting as the main point of contact for the client, building strong and trusted relationships
• Managing and resolving escalations quickly and professionally
• Ensuring full compliance with health & safety standards, policies and procedures
• Conducting regular site audits and implementing continuous improvement initiatives
• Managing stock levels of cleaning materials and consumables to maintain service continuity
• Organising resources effectively across sites to meet operational demands
• Monitoring performance, addressing any HR or performance issues, and supporting colleague development
• Managing site financials, including budgets, cost control, and ensuring delivery within agreed client parameters
  
  Proven experience managing cleaning operations across multiple sites, ideally within an industrial environment
• A hands-on, proactive leader who is confident managing large teams
• Strong knowledge of health & safety and cleaning standards
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels
• Well-organised with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and basic reporting tools
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel between sites as required