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Join the City Cleaning Team
Area Manager — Canterbury
We’re on the lookout for an Area Manager to join the City Cleaning team in Waikato.
If you’re someone who knows commercial cleaning inside-out and is ready to step into a leadership role supporting teams and ensuring high service standards — we’d love to hear from you.
Role Snapshot
Location:
Waikato
Job Type:
Full-time (Permanent)
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This is a full-time, hands-on operational role based in Hamilton, reporting directly to our Waikato Account Manager. As Area Manager, you'll be the critical link between leadership and our site-based cleaning teams across the Waikato — making sure service standards are met, staff are supported, and clients stay happy.
You'll be out in the region, supervising sites during cleaning timeframes, training staff, troubleshooting issues, and personally overseeing specialist cleaning work. If you know commercial cleaning inside-out and you're ready to step into a leadership role, this is your opportunity.
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What You’ll Be Doing
Your day-to-day cleaning duties will include (but aren’t limited to):
Carry out roving supervision across multiple sites during cleaning hours
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Train, induct, and develop site-based cleaning staff
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Oversee periodic & specialist works including deep cleans, floor programmes, and term cleans
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Ensure every site operates to specification and in line with the clients Customer Service Plan
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Address performance issues and support the Account Manager with formal processes when required
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Manage stores, materials deliveries, and equipment maintenance on site
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Assist with timesheets, payroll, and stores orders
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Ensure full HS&E compliance across all sites — and be a genuine role model for safe work practices
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Carry out QA inspections and report on performance​
What We’re Looking For
To be successful in this role, you’ll need:
Solid practical experience in commercial cleaning
Previous experience supervising teams in a cleaning or facilities environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills — you'll work with a diverse team and client contacts
Good understanding of NZ workplace health and safety requirements
Basic Microsoft Office skills and ability to pick up operational systems quickly
A problem-solving mindset and the ability to work independently under pressure
Full Class 1 NZ driver licence and legal right to work in NZ
Willingness to work across Waikato portfolio during after-hours cleaning timeframes
Why Join City Cleaning?
Career progression: This role is a great opportunity to further enhance your leadership skills and work with a progressive, growing company
Competitive salary: Package commensurate with experience
Company vehicle, phone, and equipment provided
Values-driven workplace: We genuinely invest in our people
Make a real difference: You'll see the direct impact of your work every day
Apply Now
Ready to step up into operations leadership with City Cleaning?
Email your CV and cover letter to: Bridget.Clarke@citycleaning.co.nz
Applications close: Sunday 14th June 2026
Reference: Area Manager — Waikato
Pre-employment checks include reference and criminal conviction checks