Bristol Waste Company
Cleaning Team Leader (2026)
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Cleaning Team Leader (2026)
Cleaning Team Leader
Salary: £33,500 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday Location: Bristol (BS4 – Sandy Park), with travel to sites across Bristol as required
About Bristol Waste Company
What we do matters: we keep Bristol and beyond clean, safe, and sustainable. Our work supports the city’s residents, workforce, visitors, and businesses, contributing to Bristol’s environmental goals. Our commercial waste management operations—serving organisations across the region—are expanding too.
We thrive on providing high-quality, cost-effective services while delivering a social value impact exceeding £30 million annually. We empower people who share our values to drive our business forward.
Purpose of the Role
We’re looking for a Cleaning Team Leader to oversee workplace cleaning operations across Bristol. You’ll lead a team of Cleaning Operatives, ensuring excellence in standards while fostering staff development.
Key requirements: pride in work, meticulous attention to detail, strong verbal communication, and the ability to thrive independently and collaboratively.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Development
- Coach and mentor Cleaning Operatives, including succession planning
- Schedule and assign duties to ensure expert task execution
- Conduct weekly inspections of cleaning equipment
Operations & Compliance
- Monitor cleaning material usage to prevent waste and misuse
- Oversee Health and Safety compliance, including COSHH and site-specific procedures
- Monitor team adherence to company policies and methodologies
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Performance & Administration
- Manage holiday planning, performance assessments, and annual reviews
- Maintain records for quality and cost control
- Assist in hiring, training, and management reporting
- Conduct HR meetings or administrative tasks as required
Resource Management
- Oversee stock, equipment, and budgets
- Function as a liaison between the team and management
About You
Essential
- Valid UK driving licence (mandatory for travel across Bristol)
- Significant experience in the cleaning industry, including supervisory roles (preferably in waste management)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Self-motivation and ability to work independently and in a team
- Demonstrated safety compliance and legal awareness
- Proven ability to build relationships across all levels
- Basic IT literacy (essential for record-keeping)
- Capacity to manage a small team (3–6 operatives)
Desirable
- BICS (British Institute of Cleaning Science) accreditation
- Flexibility in working patterns (e.g., shift rotations)
Our Benefits
Development & Support
- 25 days’ annual leave + 8 bank holidays
- 5% employer pension contribution
- BUPA health and mental health support: Employee Assistance Programme for mental health, financial counselling, and family concerns. Plus, Health Cash Plan (covered company-wide) and an onsite physiotherapist
- Employee referral scheme (rewarding colleagues who recommend top talent)
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Well-being & Rewards
- Cycle-to-Work scheme (low-cost bike leasing)
- Stand Out Awards and long-service recognition
- Hybrid and flexible working options: Hybrid roles where possible, plus encouragement for part-time, job-sharing, and flexible hours
- Internal promotion opportunities: Many senior leaders began in frontline roles.
Everyone Belongs
At Bristol Waste, we foster an inclusive culture, valuing diversity of all forms—age, gender, ethnicity, disability, neurodiversity, religion, and background.
We treat all applications fairly and encourage underrepresented groups to apply.
Important Application Notes
Closing Date: Apply as soon as possible by 23:59 on the closing date.
Sometimes vacancies close early if demand is high—we may not respond to late applications.
- No-progress updates: If you haven’t heard from us within three weeks, assume you’ve been unsuccessful for this role.
- Reasonable accommodations: Contact us to discuss support during recruitment or adjustments to applications.
Contact Details: 📧 recruitment@bristolwastecompany.co.uk �landephone📞 0117 440 6676
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