Careers

Work across the whole estate.

Our teams work on sites across the UK in facilities management, utilities, telecoms, construction and fire safety. If you're interested in joining us — on the tools, on site or in the office — we'd like to hear from you.

4 roles open · Part-time and full-time · Nationwide

Current vacancy

Office Cleaner

Working hoursMonday to Friday, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Hours10 hours per week
Job typePart-time
SalaryCompetitive, dependent on experience
LocationTo be confirmed

Thornton FM is looking for a reliable, hardworking and detail-oriented Office Cleaner to maintain a clean, hygienic and welcoming working environment for our client.

This is an evening cleaning position, ideal for someone looking for consistent part-time work during the week.

Key responsibilities

Clean office floors, including vacuuming and mopping.
Clean and sanitise kitchens, break rooms and washrooms.
Empty bins and replace bin liners.
Wipe desks, surfaces and communal areas as required.
Replenish washroom and cleaning consumables.
Follow cleaning schedules and health and safety procedures.
Report maintenance issues or cleaning supply shortages.
Maintain high standards of cleanliness and presentation.

Requirements

Previous commercial or office cleaning experience preferred.
Reliable, punctual and able to work independently.
Good attention to detail.
Understanding of safe cleaning practices.
Right to work in the UK.
References may be requested.

What we offer

Consistent Monday-to-Friday working hours.
A regular evening shift.
Support from the Thornton FM team.
Opportunity for additional hours as the business grows.

How to apply

If you are dependable, take pride in your work and are looking for evening cleaning work, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV or a brief summary of your cleaning experience.

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Current vacancy

Mobile Cleaner – Estates & Residential Blocks

LocationMultiple sites / to be confirmed
Job typeFull-time or Part-time
SalaryCompetitive, dependent on experience
Working hoursTo be confirmed
Driving licenceFull UK driving licence preferred/required, depending on vehicle arrangements

Thornton FM provides professional facilities management and property maintenance services to residential and commercial clients across the UK.

We are expanding our cleaning operations and are looking for a dependable Mobile Cleaner to maintain the communal areas of residential estates, apartment blocks and managed properties.

You will travel between allocated properties to carry out scheduled cleaning duties, ensuring that communal areas remain clean, safe and presentable for residents and visitors.

Key responsibilities

Clean communal hallways, stairwells and landings.
Sweep and mop floors and clean internal entrances.
Clean lifts, where applicable, and shared communal areas.
Maintain bin stores and refuse areas.
Carry out litter picking around estates and external communal areas.
Clean communal touchpoints, doors, windowsills and surfaces.
Follow site-specific cleaning schedules and specifications.
Complete cleaning checklists and provide photographic evidence when required.
Report damage, fly-tipping, maintenance issues and health and safety concerns.
Communicate professionally with residents, clients and property managers.
Maintain cleaning equipment and vehicle cleanliness, where applicable.

Requirements

Previous cleaning experience preferred.
Full UK driving licence if required for travel between sites.
Reliable, punctual and well organised.
Ability to work independently and manage a daily schedule.
Good attention to detail and a professional attitude.
Ability to carry cleaning equipment and undertake physical cleaning duties.
Good communication skills.
Flexibility to travel between different properties.

What we offer

Opportunity to join a growing facilities management company.
Regular work across residential estates and blocks.
Supportive management team.
Potential for additional hours and progression as our contracts expand.
Competitive pay based on experience and responsibilities.

How to apply

Interested in joining Thornton FM? Send us your CV and tell us about your cleaning experience, availability and the areas you can cover.

We are looking for people who take pride in their work and understand the importance of maintaining clean, safe and welcoming residential environments.

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Current vacancy

Fire Door Inspector

LocationVarious sites / UK-wide opportunities
Job typeFull-time
SalaryCompetitive, dependent on experience

Thornton FM is a UK-wide facilities management provider delivering building services, maintenance, compliance and property solutions to commercial clients and property management companies.

We are looking for a knowledgeable and reliable Fire Door Inspector to join our team and support our growing fire safety operations.

Key responsibilities

Carry out fire door inspections in line with relevant standards and client requirements.
Assess door leaves, frames, hinges, closers, seals, signage and glazing.
Identify defects, damage and potential compliance issues.
Complete detailed inspection reports, photographic evidence and remedial recommendations.
Maintain accurate records and asset registers.
Liaise professionally with clients, residents, property managers and the wider operations team.
Identify remedial works and communicate findings clearly.

Requirements

Previous experience in fire door inspections or fire door surveying.
Knowledge of fire door components and common defects.
Understanding of relevant fire safety legislation and applicable standards.
Strong report-writing and communication skills.
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
Full UK driving licence preferred.
Relevant inspection qualifications or training desirable.

What we offer

Opportunity to join a growing facilities management business.
Ongoing professional development.
Varied projects across residential and commercial properties.
Competitive remuneration based on experience.

How to apply

If you have experience in fire door inspections and want to develop your career with Thornton FM, please submit your CV and details of your relevant experience.

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Current vacancy

Business Development Manager – Facilities Management (FM)

LocationUK-wide / Hybrid
Job typeFull-time
SalaryCompetitive basic salary + commission
SectorFacilities Management, Building Services & Property Maintenance

Thornton FM is a growing UK-wide facilities management provider delivering integrated building services, cleaning, maintenance and property solutions to commercial clients, managing agents and property owners.

Our services include commercial cleaning, planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive maintenance, plumbing, drainage, electrical services, landscaping, external works and building maintenance.

We are looking for an ambitious and commercially driven Business Development Manager to help expand our client portfolio, secure new contracts and establish long-term relationships with key decision-makers across the UK.

As Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, developing a strong sales pipeline and winning facilities management contracts across commercial and residential property sectors.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who understands B2B sales, enjoys building relationships and wants to play a key role in the growth of an ambitious facilities management business.

Your focus will be on generating new business, securing profitable contracts and building a sustainable portfolio of recurring FM revenue.

You will help Thornton FM establish relationships with managing agents, commercial property owners, healthcare providers, restaurant groups and larger facilities management organisations.

Key responsibilities

Identify and win new facilities management contracts.
Develop relationships with property managers, managing agents, commercial landlords and facilities management companies.
Target sectors including healthcare, GP surgeries, dental practices, restaurants, retail, offices, residential blocks and commercial property portfolios.
Generate leads through outbound calls, email campaigns, LinkedIn and networking.
Build relationships with facilities directors, property directors, procurement managers, operations directors and contract managers.
Arrange client meetings, site surveys and contract presentations.
Prepare proposals, quotations and tender submissions in collaboration with the operations team.
Develop opportunities for recurring revenue through cleaning, PPM and reactive maintenance contracts.
Manage the sales pipeline and maintain accurate CRM records.
Negotiate commercial terms and convert opportunities into profitable contracts.
Achieve agreed monthly and annual sales targets.

Requirements

Proven experience in business development, ideally within facilities management, contract cleaning, building maintenance or property services.
A track record of winning B2B contracts and developing client relationships.
Experience selling recurring service contracts is highly desirable.
Strong prospecting, negotiation and closing skills.
Confident communicating with senior decision-makers.
Commercial awareness and an understanding of contract profitability.
Self-motivated, organised and target-driven.
Ability to manage a sales pipeline and work independently.

What we offer

Competitive basic salary.
Uncapped commission or performance-related incentives, subject to the agreed package.
Opportunity to help grow a UK-wide facilities management business.
Direct access to senior management for commercial decision-making.
Career progression as the business expands.
Potential for hybrid working and flexible arrangements.

How to apply

If you have a strong background in B2B business development and are ready to help grow a facilities management business, we want to hear from you.

Please submit your CV, outlining your sales experience, previous contract wins and approach to generating new business.

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Not seeing the right role?

If none of the roles above suit you, send your CV and the kind of work you're looking for, and we'll be in touch when something suitable comes up.

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Thornton FM is an equal opportunities employer.