Cleaning Manager - Clonmel, Tipperary You must be legally authorised to work in Ireland. We are not currently able to offer visa sponsorship or assistance. We, the leading foodservice and hospitality provider across the Island of Ireland, are looking for a Cleaning Manager to join our talented team on a permanent contract, working 40 hours per week. As a Cleaning Manager, you will ensure all work is presented to the highest standards in a clean, tidy, safe and pleasant environment. You will work with the onsite team and other leaders across our business to enhance the customer experience by effectively managing the cleaning team over a 24/7 basis, equipment, resources and third-party suppliers ensuring the cleaning/FM operation is in accordance with the client service level agreement and company standards & procedures. Key Responsibilities: To promote a safety culture and ensure the cleaning team are aware of and operate in accordance with company and client Health & Safety procedures at all times. To manage the cleaning labour, equipment & resources budget for the contract in line with company targets To ensure the cleaning operation continually improves in all areas of the operation - Quality, Cost, Delivery & Safety To ensure the cleaning team are engaged and managed effectively to achieve their performance targets. To order supplies inline with budget for daily/ weekly/ monthly use. To ensure the right number of people are supervised and trained to the right skill level are in place to achieve the required cleaning service, conduct regular 1-2-1s, and lead from the front. To ensure the delivery and quality of the cleaning operation is in accordance with the client service level agreement and company procedures. To manage any third-party suppliers or contractors as required ensuring they meet or exceed the agreed service level agreements e.g. equipment maintenance To work flexibly and attend off site meetings and training courses as required. Liaison with the client EH&S and Facilities team for all Fire Evacuations, drills, signage, H&S compliance, audits, investigations etc. Fully responsible for soft services Compass/EHS documentation. Completion of all training, Investigations etc. assigned on time. Monitor and manage monthly & annual budget and client spend. Continuously monitor the performance and delivery of our contractors seeking best value for money for outsourced activities. Monitor labour per hour against budget Drive innovation and service improvement. Constantly identifying and creating ways to improve efficiency. Challenge the team to analyze the root cause of problems, troubleshoot and find the right solutions About You: Min 5 years' experience in contract cleaning, facility management or soft services Min 5 years' experience in Pharmaceutical Cleanroom environment or regulated industry would be an advantage. Minimum 5 years in a management post. Waste management and pest control experience would be advantageous. Customer focused with strong attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Computer Literate. We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes but is not limited to: Free meals while at work Perks shopping discount Card which can be used across the Island of Ireland to save at various restaurants, high street stores, hotels, day-out venues, gyms, golf courses, and many more Flexible working to support work-life balance Additional Leave Purchase scheme to balance home and work life VHI Healthcare discount Life assurance cover Additional, seasonal and overtime hours available Career Pathways to support career progression and/or skills development Learning & development programs available for personal and professional development & growth Access to wellness programs to promote the mental health and well-being of our colleagues Employee Assistance Program to guide and support our employees Exciting internal reward and recognition schemes And many more Compass Group reserves the right to enhance the criteria, if necessary, for the purposes of shortlisting. At Compass Ireland, our people are our business. When you join the Compass Group you will be joining a supportive network of incredible individuals, each united by their passion for going the extra mile for the organisations we partner with. We are building a team who care about providing a great customer experience and want to grow and develop as we do. We are dedicated to investing in every colleague joining us and pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer; we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all our colleagues. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Please review our Privacy Notice for details on how we maintain, protect and why your personal data is collected when you apply for a job with Compass Group. We will not retain any CV's or job applications for longer than necessary