Aircraft Cleaning Supervisor - Heathrow Airport

Optime Group are proud to be recruiting Cabin Quality Supervisors for a prestigious client at Heathrow Airport. This is a very enjoyable role with a great company offering excellent conditions and facilities.

PLEASE NOTE: This role requires a full UK Driving License and at least 3 years residency in the UK.

What's on offer:

• Working Hours: 8.5 hour shifts between 06:00am - 23:00pm
• Hours per week: 40 hours
• Rate of pay: £14.83 per hour rising to £16.53 per hour once fully trained.
• Weekly Pay (every Friday)
• Temp to Perm (performance related).

Start Date:

• 29th September 2025

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver on-the-job training and hands-on coaching to colleagues, ensuring excellence in cabin cleaning techniques, adherence to quality standards, and full compliance with cleaning specifications.
• Support the professional growth of cabin appearance colleagues by identifying and nurturing future supervisors through continuous development and upskilling opportunities.
• Actively participate as a member of the team, taking part in day-to-day aircraft cleaning tasks to lead by example and maintain high operational standards.
• Promote and embed an inclusive, welcoming team culture where all colleagues feel valued and supported, particularly when new team members join.
• Actively contribute to the onboarding process, helping new colleagues feel confident, connected, and well-prepared from day one.
• Ensure strict compliance with Health & Safety regulations, fostering a safe and proactive working environment for all.
• Undertake additional operational responsibilities as required, supporting the wider team and business objectives with flexibility and professionalism.

Shifts:

The Airport is operational 7 days per week and candidates will be working on a 5 on 3 off and you will need to be fully flexible with the days and hours you can work. This could be subject to change!

An example of the shift hours for 40 hours per week (5 on 3 off pattern):

• Day 1: 06:00am to 14:30pm
• Day 2: 06:00am to 14:30pm
• Day 3: 06:00am to 14:30pm
• Day 4: 14:30pm to 23:00pm
• Day 5: 14:30pm to 23:00pm
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The ideal candidate:

• Holds a full UK driving licence, enabling flexibility across operational duties and locations.
• Has lived in the UK continuously for the past 3 years or more, as all successful applicants will be required to undergo a Counter Terrorist Check (CTC).
• Demonstrates genuine pride in their work, consistently striving for high standards in cleanliness and presentation.
• Brings a strong work ethic, showing reliability, initiative, and a proactive attitude in a fast-paced environment.
• Thrives as part of a team, supporting others and contributing positively to a collaborative and inclusive culture.
• Ideally has previous experience in cleaning and/or in a supervisory capacity, though full training and support will be provided for the right candidate.

PLEASE NOTE: As this position is in the aviation industry, successful applicants must be able to provide 5-year checkable history.

For an opportunity to interview for this fantastic role, please submit your CV to apply!

Optime Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.