Cleaning & Catering Supervisor
Birmingham - UK
Job Summary
Cleaning & Catering Supervisor.
Technical 2C
Publish date 15 April 2026
Closing date 29 April 2026
Salary 30024 - 32061
Permanent
Full time 37 hours working Monday to Friday
Location Headquarters and fire station locations
West Midlands Fire Service (WMFS) is the secondlargest in the country delivering prevention protection and response services across the West Midlands.
Our vision is Making the West Midlands safer stronger and healthier.
This vision and the strategic goals outlined in Our Strategy are what drives the people professionalism and pride with which we serve our communities.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Facilities Management department as Cleaning and Catering Supervisor. This full-time post is based at our HQ in Birmingham. However frequent visits to some 40 fire stations and other sites are
Within the cleaning services department we are currently servicing 38 fire stations our transport workshop and our Command Development Centre plus our main headquarters in Birmingham. The post-holder would report to theCleaning and Catering Manager within Facilities Management.
This permanent post is based throughout all our fire stations and Headquarters.
Please note that this is mainly cleaning position as we only assist with catering.
Responsibilities:
Deliver and support cleaning and catering operations across multiple sites.
Carry out deep cleaning of station kitchens and other facilities.
Supervise and support cleaning staff ensuring standards are met and provide ongoing development.
Assist the Cleaning and Catering Manager with administration and staff management
Work closely with the wider Facilities Management team supporting compliance and other administrative duties as required
Experience and skills
Applications are open to anyone with supervisory cleaning experience.
We continually recognise and promote the values of diversity inclusion cohesion and equality within our service and the communities in which we serve. We stand united against all forms of discrimination.
The communities of the West Midlands are entitled to expect the highest standards of conduct from all our employees. The ideal candidate will demonstrate their commitment and professionalism in line with the organisations high values and expected behaviours.
WMFS prides itself on being an inclusive employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Benefits
We offer a friendly working environment and benefits including:
flexible and agile working arrangements
on-site free gym facilities
free parking.
We also offer access to an in-house occupational health facility - including occupational health and fitness advisors sports therapists physiotherapists cognitive behavioural therapy practitioners and counsellors.
In addition employees have access to:
24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
wellbeing programmes
blue light discounts across many retailers through partner schemes
Sports and Welfare scheme (for a small fee) with access to discounted products and services.
- We offer enhanced family leave benefits including 52 weeks full paid maternity and adoption leave
Diversity
We welcome applications from all eligible candidates. However as women and Black and minority ethnic employees are currently under-represented in our service we particularly encourage applications from these groups.
WMFS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and adults. We expect the same of every staff member.
Successful candidates will be subject to necessary pre-employment checks including - where applicable - relevant level Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check qualifications medical clearance identity and right to work. All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references.
How to apply
To apply please send a copy of your CV and complete the application question outlining your skills knowledge and experiences in line with the job description (linked below).
Applicants must have own car full driving licence and must be able to get business insurance.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Applicants must be able to start work at 0600 on a working day.
Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
This role requires a Basic DBS check.
Questions
Although the hours are set there is flexibility. If you have any questions about the role or would like an informal discussion please contact
Required Experience:
Manager