Service Manager- Residential and Rural

Service Manager – Residential & Rural Sites

Location: Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Position: Permanent, Full-time

Weekly Hours- 30 hours (Opportunity of overtime when available)

Hourly Wages: $30.00 to $35.00

We are currently seeking a Cleaning Manager to manage and supervise our cleaning

operations across residential and rural sites in Bay of Plenty. The ideal candidate will have

at least 2 years of experience in cleaning services, with a strong focus on maintaining high

standards of cleanliness and service delivery in diverse environments. This role involves

regular site visits to both new and existing client locations to ensure services are delivered

according to company policies.

Job Duties include:

 Manage and supervise the planning and implementation of cleaning services across

Residential and Rural properties, ensuring all tasks are completed effectively.

 Manage and plan workforce deployment and job timelines to accommodate site-

specific requirements, including challenges posed by rural environments.

 Oversee rostering and time management of cleaning crews, aligning team capacity

with project scope and environmental conditions at both residential and rural sites.

 Conduct regular site inspections across Residential and Rural sites to ensure all

cleaning work meets hygiene, safety, and compliance standards.

 Develop and implement quality assurance procedures tailored for both residential and

rural cleaning sites.

 Lead resolution of service issues by working closely with site supervisors and

cleaners to ensure quick and effective results.

 Negotiate and manage supplier contracts for cleaning chemicals and consumables,

ensuring all materials meet industry-specific safety standards.

 Manage inventory for all job sites, ensuring adequate supplies of cleaning agents and

tools for both residential and rural locations.

 Monitor the condition and lifecycle of equipment used for cleaning and coordinate

their maintenance and upgrades, including those suitable for rural site conditions.

 Manage the dedicated fleet of transport vehicles used for staff and

equipment movement across residential and rural sites, ensuring full

compliance with safety and vehicle standards

 Organise vehicle maintenance schedules, registration renewals, and roadworthiness

inspections, ensuring transport availability aligns with operational needs at both

residential and rural sites.

The successful candidate must also meet the following additional requirements:

 Hold a valid driver’s licence for car operation

 Have a clean police record

 Possess a good understanding of cleaning chemicals, including safe handling,

usage, and storage according to industry and safety standards

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $30.00 – $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

Application Question(s):

• Are You New Zealand Resident or Citizen
• Are you currently in New Zealand

Work Location: In person