Cleaning jobs in Blanchardstown, County Dublin

Location: Block A, Unit 14, with travel to client sites as required

Job Type: Full-time

Reports to: Linda Martin, Business Operations Manager

Salary: tbc

Benefits: Company van provided for business use

About Nugent Contract Cleaning

Nugent Contract Cleaning is a small, hands-on contract cleaning business with a strong

family feel and a practical, supportive culture. The company is in a period of growth,

creating opportunities for the right person to make a real impact, help shape standards,

support the team and grow with the business. This role would suit someone who enjoys

being part of a close-knit company where reliability, trust, teamwork and pride in the job

really matter.

Role Purpose

The Working Industrial Cleaning Operations Supervisor will be responsible for supervising

and delivering specialist cleaning services across commercial, industrial and regulated client

sites. This is a hands-on supervisory role requiring strong practical cleaning experience, the

ability to lead small teams on site, and a clear focus on safety, quality, productivity and

customer service. The successful candidate will support the planning and completion of

works including Reach and Wash window cleaning, pressure washing, carpet and floor

deep cleaning, kitchen deep cleaning, toilet and washroom deep cleaning, industrial

cleaning tasks and, where applicable, GMP/pharmaceutical cleaning activities.

Key Responsibilities

 Supervise and actively participate in industrial and specialist cleaning works across

client sites, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to the required

standard.

 Lead small teams of cleaning operatives on site, allocating tasks, monitoring

performance and ensuring staff understand the required cleaning specification and

method of work.

 Carry out hands-on cleaning duties including Reach and Wash window cleaning,

pressure washing, carpet and upholstery deep cleaning, kitchen deep cleaning, toilet

and washroom deep cleaning, floor cleaning and other specialist tasks.

 Plan daily work activities, equipment requirements, chemicals, PPE, access

arrangements and staffing needs in line with client requirements and operational

priorities.

 Ensure all cleaning tasks are carried out in accordance with site risk assessments,

method statements, safe systems of work and company procedures.

 Prepare, review and update risk assessments and method statements for cleaning

activities, ensuring they are practical, site-specific and communicated clearly to the

team before work begins.

 Support GMP and pharmaceutical cleaning requirements where applicable, including

strict adherence to cleaning procedures, segregation controls, documentation,

hygiene standards and audit readiness.

 Inspect work during and after completion, carrying out quality checks, identifying

defects and ensuring corrective actions are completed promptly.

 Act as the main on-site contact for clients during works, providing professional

updates, resolving practical issues and escalating concerns to management where

required.

 Train, coach and support cleaning operatives in safe working practices, equipment

use, chemical handling, cleaning standards and customer service expectations.

 Ensure all cleaning equipment, machinery, vehicles and tools are checked, cleaned,

maintained, safely stored and reported for repair where necessary.

 Monitor stock levels of chemicals, consumables, PPE and specialist materials,

ensuring efficient use and avoiding unnecessary waste.

 Complete site paperwork accurately, including work records, sign-off sheets, cleaning

logs, equipment checks, incident reports, timesheets and client documentation.

 Promote a positive safety culture by identifying hazards, reporting near misses,

managing unsafe conditions and ensuring staff follow all health and safety

requirements.

 Support the mobilisation of new works, one-off deep cleans, periodic cleaning

projects and emergency response cleaning where required.

 Maintain a professional appearance and attitude on client sites, representing the

company positively at all times.

Essential Requirements

 Previous hands-on experience in industrial, commercial or specialist contract

cleaning.

 Experience supervising or leading cleaning operatives, mobile teams or small site

teams.

 Practical experience using cleaning machinery and equipment, such as pressure

washers, Reach and Wash systems, carpet extraction machines, scrubber dryers,

wet vacuums and floor care equipment.

 Good understanding of safe chemical use, dilution, storage, labelling and PPE

requirements.

 Ability to create, read, review and follow risk assessments, method statements, site

instructions and cleaning specifications.

 Strong awareness of health and safety, manual handling, working at height,

slips/trips/falls prevention and safe equipment operation.

 Good communication skills with the ability to deal professionally with clients,

managers and cleaning operatives.

 Good attention to detail and ability to maintain high cleaning standards under time

pressure.

 Strong practical problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess issues on site,

identify workable solutions and keep cleaning operations moving safely and

efficiently.

 Reliable, flexible and willing to work early mornings, evenings, weekends or out-of-

hours where client needs require.

 Full clean driving licence, willingness to travel to client sites, and ability to use and

maintain a company van responsibly for business purposes.

Desirable Requirements

 Experience working in pharmaceutical, medical device, cleanroom, food production

or other GMP-regulated environments.

 Knowledge of GMP cleaning procedures, cleaning validation support, audit

readiness, controlled documentation and contamination control principles.

 Training or certification in manual handling, working at height, abrasive wheels,

MEWP, safe pass, chemical safety or similar relevant areas.

 Experience preparing site-specific risk assessments and method statements for

specialist cleaning tasks, including pressure washing, working at height, chemical

use, kitchen deep cleans and industrial cleaning works.

 Experience with kitchen deep cleaning, grease removal, high-level cleaning, builders’

cleans, post-renovation cleans or specialist periodic cleaning works.

 Experience completing site audits, quality inspections, toolbox talks, training records

and client sign-off documentation.

 Basic IT skills for completing digital forms, timesheets, photographs, inspection

reports and job updates.

Personal Attributes

 Hands-on, practical and willing to lead by example.

 Calm, organised and able to make sound decisions on busy client sites.

 Proactive problem solver who can respond calmly to unexpected site issues, staffing

changes, access restrictions or equipment challenges.

 Professional, courteous and confident when dealing with clients and staff.

 Quality-focused, with pride in delivering work to a high standard.

 Safety-conscious and willing to challenge unsafe behaviour appropriately.

 Flexible, dependable and responsive to changing operational requirements.

 Comfortable working in a small, growing company environment, with a positive

attitude, team-first mindset and willingness to help where needed.

 Commercially aware, with an understanding of time management, labour efficiency,

equipment care and client retention.

Working Conditions

 This is a working supervisory role involving regular hands-on cleaning duties and

travel to client sites.

 The role may involve early mornings, evenings, weekends, bank holidays or out-of-

hours work depending on client site access and operational requirements.

 The role may involve physical work, manual handling, use of cleaning chemicals,

machinery, ladders or access equipment, and work in industrial or controlled

environments.

 The supervisor may be required to attend multiple client sites in one day and respond

to urgent operational issues.

 A company van will be provided for business use, subject to company vehicle

policies, insurance requirements, safe driving standards and proper care of the

vehicle and equipment carried.

 Appropriate PPE, uniform, equipment and training will be provided in line with

company and client site requirements.

Key Performance Indicators

 Cleaning works completed safely, on time and to the required client specification.

 High standard of quality inspections, client sign-offs and reduced rework or

complaints.

 Effective supervision, motivation and performance of assigned cleaning operatives.

 Accurate and timely completion of job records, cleaning logs, timesheets, equipment

checks and incident reports.

 Compliance with health and safety, PPE, chemical handling, working at height and

site-specific procedures.

 Risk assessments and method statements are prepared, reviewed and

communicated accurately before works commence.

 Efficient use of labour, materials, chemicals and equipment with minimal waste or

avoidable damage.

 Positive client feedback and professional handling of site queries or service issues.

 Strong contribution to audit readiness and GMP cleaning compliance where

applicable.

How to Apply

Applicants should submit a CV and brief cover letter outlining their relevant industrial

cleaning, supervisory, specialist cleaning and GMP/pharmaceutical cleaning experience to

[info@nugentcontractcleaning.ie].

Pay: From €16.50 per hour

Experience:

• Industrial cleaning / Supervisory: 3 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Full B licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (preferred)

Work Location: On the road