Cleaning Manager - Soft Services

Manama, Bahrain
Cleaning Manager - Soft Services
Company
BAHRAIN JOBS
Location
Manama
Job type
Full-time
Posted
8 hours ago
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Job description
Key Responsibilities
• Conduct site surveys and prepare accurate estimates for manpower, materials, consumables, chemicals, machinery, and equipment.
• Prepare and submit technical and commercial tenders for cleaning projects and support contract negotiations.
• Lead and manage multiple cleaning contracts/sites in line with contractual requirements, KPIs, and SLAs.
• Plan, deploy, and supervise manpower, including Supervisors, Charge hands, and Cleaning Operatives.
• Monitor operational budgets, control costs, and ensure profitability without compromising service quality.
• Carry out regular site inspections and audits to ensure cleaning standards and continuous improvement.
• Recruit, induct, train, and develop cleaning staff in coordination with HR.
• Ensure full compliance with QHSE policies, including risk assessments, safe systems of work, and HSE training.
• Manage procurement and inventory of cleaning materials and equipment in coordination with Purchasing.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients; attend site meetings and promptly resolve service issues.
• Coordinate payroll inputs, overtime control, staff performance reviews, and operational reporting.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Any graduate

2. Minimum 5+ years’ experience in a senior cleaning / soft services management role within a cleaning or facilities management company.

3. Proven experience in estimation, tendering, and managing multiple cleaning projects.

4. Strong knowledge of cleaning methodologies, chemicals, machinery, manpower planning, and quality audits.

5. Solid understanding of QHSE, risk assessments, and compliance requirements.

6. Excellent client facing, communication, and leadership skills.

7. Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage costs and improve margins.

8. GCC experience mandatory.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: BD1,000.000 - BD1,200.000 per month

Work Location: In person

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs in Bahrain

Q
What is the minimum monthly salary for cleaning staff jobs in Bahrain in 2026?
As per the Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA), the minimum salary approved for cleaning staff work permits is BHD 300 per month as of January 2026. Contracts must specify this base wage, with overtime at 1.25 times the hourly rate for hours over 8 per day. Employers cannot recruit below this threshold for expatriate workers.
Source: Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA)
Q
What work visa requirements apply to foreign cleaning staff in Bahrain?
Foreign workers need an employer-sponsored work residence permit approved by LMRA, valid for 2 years and renewable. The process requires a job offer, medical fitness certificate, and police clearance, with LMRA processing in 7 working days at BHD 200 fee. Sponsorship transfer is allowed after 6 months with LMRA approval.
Source: Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA)
Q
What eligibility criteria must I meet for cleaning staff jobs in Bahrain?
No formal education is required, but LMRA mandates at least 1 year of relevant experience and age between 21 and 60 for work permit approval as of 2026. Basic health fitness certified by approved clinics is mandatory. Bahraini nationals need only ID and job contract.
Source: Ministry of Labour & Social Development (MLSD)
Q
What documents and process are needed to apply for a cleaning staff job in Bahrain?
Employers submit passport copy, attested experience certificate, medical report, and signed contract via LMRA's Expat Management System, processed in 5 working days for BHD 150 fee. Workers provide biometrics at NPRA within 30 days of arrival. Approved permits are issued electronically.
Source: National Portal for Residency Affairs (NPRA)