Thorn Baker are working in collaboration with an established Facilities Management company, with an area based in and around the Southampton Area.We are looking to resource a Cleaning Area Manager to effectively manage and monitor high end retail sites.Our client is looking for someone who is currently doing a similar role or someone who is ready to take the next step up from being a cleaning supervisor, in addition a background of working in the retial sector is essential.This position offers you the chance to join a business who promote growth and progression/ promote internally, a role where you can manage a fair amount of sites and not feel completely overwhelmed. You will part of a team who listens and encourages autonomy within the role. The main duties of this role are, but is not limited to: Ensure that work is undertaken is in line with the Companies policies / procedures and current legislation.Maintain contract retention targets and ensure they are met on a consistent basis.Follow all aspects of Health and Safety at all times and ensure that quarterly HandS audits are carried out with a monthly cleaning inspection.Manage recruitment and selection of employees Effectively train and develop employees and be responsible for their on-boarding processManage and motivate a competent and driven workforceControl overheads and operational costs for the account and ensure profitability.Bring about cost saving initiative where applicable.Plan, manage and organise the operatio