Operations Supervisor

Operations Supervisor

Location: Field Based
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Recruiter: Adecco

The Opportunity

Adecco is recruiting for a Operations/Compliance Supervisor on behalf of a leading organisation within the environmental hygiene and compliance sector.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on supervisor with experience leading site teams, coordinating workloads, and delivering high-quality compliance services. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing operational activities, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate teams carrying out compliance-related cleaning and inspection services.
Manage onsite workloads, priorities, and daily operational requirements.
Ensure sufficient manpower, equipment, and resources are available to complete assigned works.
Liaise directly with customers and site representatives to agree work schedules and priorities.
Monitor work quality to ensure all activities meet required standards and specifications.
Provide guidance, support, and direction to operatives on site.
Assist with the training and development of new team members and temporary workers.
Respond to operational issues and provide effective solutions to maintain service delivery.
Complete relevant documentation and reports accurately and on time.
Promote a professional and customer-focused approach at all times.

Operational Duties

The successful candidate will oversee work across areas including:

Ventilation system cleaning
Fire damper testing and inspections
Kitchen extract and fire safety cleaning
Environmental hygiene and compliance services

Health & Safety

Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with current Health & Safety legislation, company procedures, and site-specific requirements.
Complete and follow risk assessments and safe systems of work.
Promote a strong safety culture within the team.
Ensure appropriate PPE is worn and maintained.
Maintain excellent housekeeping standards across all work areas.
Report hazards, incidents, equipment defects, and safety concerns promptly.

Equipment & Resource Management

Ensure all equipment is maintained in a safe and serviceable condition.
Conduct regular equipment checks and report defects where identified.
Monitor the use and care of specialist equipment.
Support effective stock and resource management to ensure operational readiness.

Performance Expectations

Deliver exceptional service standards and customer satisfaction.
Maintain strong attendance and reliability.
Ensure jobs are completed efficiently and within allocated costs.
Minimise service disruptions and operational delays.
Support safe working practices with a focus on incident prevention.

About You

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

Previous supervisory experience within facilities management, environmental services, compliance, hygiene, cleaning, maintenance, or a similar operational environment.
Strong leadership and team coordination skills.
Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
The ability to plan workloads and prioritise tasks effectively.
Good problem-solving and decision-making skills.
A proactive and hands-on approach to work.
High attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
Ability to motivate team members and maintain high performance levels.
Confidence working independently and managing responsibilities on site.

Desirable

Experience within ventilation hygiene, duct cleaning, fire safety compliance, or related services.
Health & Safety qualifications or training.
Experience delivering onsite training and coaching.
Knowledge of compliance-focused service environments.

What's on Offer

Competitive salary package.
Ongoing training and development opportunities.
Career progression within a growing sector.
Company-provided equipment and support.
Opportunity to join a professional and collaborative team environment.Adecco acts as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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