Soft Services Manager

Company: Ocs Uk & Ireland
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Location: Thornaby on Tees
Job Description:

Duty Manager

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Duty Manager to oversee our security, cleaning and customer services teams on site.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, manage and inspire teams in delivering security, cleaning and customer services.
  • Operational duty management of soft services for Teesside Park and successful management, coordination and delivery of the contract related to onsite cleaning, security, maintenance and reception.
  • Ensure high level service delivery across all operations provision including security, cleaning, maintenance and customer service, being flexible to meet the changing operational needs on a continual basis.
  • Suggest new initiatives to ensure continuous improvement and best practice are delivered.
  • Manage sickness and absence following the correct company protocol, managing cover as and when needed.
  • Conduct interviews and oversee the onboarding of new employees, including site inductions.
  • Continuously monitor and evaluate the performance of the team to ensure the required standards of delivery are met.
  • Carry out Health & Safety and pre-open/close patrols across all areas of the site.
  • Manage and implement cleaning schedules, and complete weekly cleaning audits.
  • Ensure correct usage of cleaning materials in line with COSHH regulations, ensuring minimal waste and sufficient stocks are always maintained.
  • This is a salaried role and requires you to be on call.

Qualifications

  • Experience in leading teams of approximately 10 employees ranging from cleaning, waste and security controllers.
  • Experience working within a retail environment is advantageous.
  • Previous experience working within security at a senior level is essential.
  • Cleaning experience is desirable as you will be responsible for both the security and cleaning teams.
  • Knowledge of Health & Safety and HR legislation.
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work in a demanding environment.
  • Competency with Microsoft packages including Teams, Excel and Word.
  • SIA Door Supervisor and CCTV licences are preferred; training can be provided.

Shift Pattern

Working 5 days over a 7 day period. This can sometimes include weekends.

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Posted: June 26th, 2026