Unifi
Cleaning Team Leader - Stansted Airport
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Cleaning Team Leader - Stansted Airport
Date: Friday, September 18, 2026
City: Stansted
County: Essex
UK Hourly Pay Rate: £14.25
Full/Part time: Full Time
Shift: Night
Shift Start Time: 10:00pm
Shift End Time: 06:00am
Shift Pattern: UK Standard 5 on/3 off
Requirements and Description
Aircraft Cleaning Team Leader - Stansted Airport
Unifi Aviation UK & Ireland delivers high-performance cabin cleaning services that keep aircraft ready for departure and airlines operating on schedule. Our operation is fast-moving, hands-on and essential to the smooth running of the airport. From deep cleans to rapid turnarounds, our teams ensure every cabin meets strict safety and cleanliness standards.
If you thrive in a busy environment, enjoy leading people, and take pride in delivering quality work, Unifi is the place to build your aviation career.
We are looking for a proactive and adaptable individual to join our team at London Stansted Airport, ensuring the highest levels of cleaning standards are consistently delivered. As a Team Leader, you will work within the night operation, supporting and motivating your team while ensuring all aircraft cleaning activities are completed safely, efficiently, and to the required standard.
- Night Shift: 22:00-06:00
- Shift Pattern: 5 Nights On, 3 Nights Off
- Pay Rate: £14.25 per hour
- Full UK Manual Driving Licence Essential
Key Responsibilities
- Promote a culture of engagement, teamwork, and continuous improvement within the cleaning operation.
- Ensure all tasks are carried out in accordance with Company and Airline procedures, policies, and safety standards.
- Support the on-time delivery of all nightly aircraft cleaning services to meet operational schedules and customer expectations.
- Lead by example and maintain a professional and impartial approach when supervising team members.
- Conduct nightly briefings and allocate duties to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently.
- Monitor cleaning quality standards and provide guidance and support to team members where required.
- Restock cleaning vehicles, supplies, and equipment ready for operational use.
- Clean aircraft interiors, including the removal of waste, vacuuming carpets, sanitising galleys, and wiping down equipment and surfaces.
- Carry out exterior aircraft cleaning duties when required.
- Operate bowsers and other ground handling equipment in line with training and airport regulations.
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Skills & Qualities Required
- Ability to work under pressure and adapt quickly within a fast-paced airport environment.
- Ability to work night shifts, with flexibility to support other shifts if required.
- Full UK manual driving licence.
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high cleaning standards.
- Previous aircraft cleaning experience is essential.
- Previous team leadership or supervisory experience is highly desirable.
- Strong communication and people management skills.
- Valid Passport/ID and right to work in the UK.
- Proof of Address and National Insurance Number.
- 5 years' checkable employment history.
- Ability to obtain and maintain an airport security pass.
- Clean criminal record check.
- Willingness to undertake all relevant training and development.
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Employee Benefits
- Employee flight benefits programme with discounted travel opportunities
- Free uniform provided
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering confidential wellbeing support
- Death in Service
- Overtime opportunities
- Complimentary or discounted tea and coffee facilities at selected locations
- Airport-specific benefits, including potential discounted parking and local travel perks
- Career progression opportunities across Unifi Aviation, including pathways into supervisory, training, operational management, and specialist roles
- Ongoing training and professional development
Why Join Unifi?
At Unifi Aviation, no two days are the same. You'll play a key role in ensuring aircraft depart safely, cleanly, and on time while developing your leadership skills within one of the UK's busiest airports. Join a team where hard work is recognised, development is encouraged, and career progression is genuinely possible.
Apply today and take your next step in aviation leadership with Unifi Aviation at Stansted Airport.
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