Sanitation Officer

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive monthly salary

Impact on public health and safety

Tools and resources for inspections

Professional development in sanitation

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley seeks a vigilant and responsible Sanitation Officer to ensure the highest standards of hygiene and sanitation across facilities. This hands-on role involves inspections and enforcing sanitation practices to protect public health and safety.

You will educate staff, oversee waste management and pest control programs, maintain records, and address complaints promptly. A strong understanding of sanitation regulations and detail-oriented reporting are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in sanitation or public health inspection.
• Knowledge of local and national health and safety regulations.
• Excellent observational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels.
• Proficiency in record-keeping and report writing.
• Certification in pest control or food safety is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections of facilities to assess compliance with sanitation standards and regulations.
• Develop and implement sanitation programs, including waste management and pest control strategies.
• Educate staff on proper hygiene practices and the importance of sanitation.
• Investigate and address sanitation-related complaints or concerns promptly.
• Maintain detailed records of inspections, corrective actions, and training sessions.
• Ensure that all cleaning chemicals and equipment are used safely and appropriately.

Skills

Sanitation experience

Public health knowledge

Record keeping

Staff communication

Inspection skills

Tools

Pest control equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a vigilant and responsible Sanitation Officer to ensure the highest standards of hygiene and sanitation across their facilities in Kimberley. This role is critical for public health and safety, involving the monitoring, enforcement, and improvement of sanitation practices. You will conduct inspections, educate staff, and oversee waste management and pest control programs. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of sanitation regulations and a proactive approach to maintaining a healthy environment. This hands-on role requires dedication to detail and commitment to public well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections of facilities to assess compliance with sanitation standards and regulations.
• Develop and implement sanitation programs, including waste management and pest control strategies.
• Educate staff on proper hygiene practices and the importance of sanitation.
• Investigate and address sanitation-related complaints or concerns promptly.
• Maintain detailed records of inspections, corrective actions, and training sessions.
• Ensure that all cleaning chemicals and equipment are used safely and appropriately.

Requirements

• Experience in sanitation, public health inspection, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of local and national health and safety regulations.
• Excellent observational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels.
• Proficiency in record-keeping and report writing.
• Certification in pest control or food safety is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive monthly salary.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on public health and safety.
• Provision of necessary tools and resources for inspections.
• Professional development opportunities in sanitation management.
• Stable employment within a reputable organization.