Chief, Hospital Environmental Services & Sanitation

Placements24; Southampton; On-site; GBP 91,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Performance bonuses

Equity

Leadership conferences

Advanced training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Head of Environmental Services & Sanitation to lead the cleaning and hygiene operations at a major healthcare facility in Randburg, Gauteng. This senior leadership role drives infection control, safety, and high cleanliness standards across the campus, overseeing a large team, budget management, and strategic initiatives.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree and at least 10 years of leadership experience in healthcare environmental services, with strong regulatory

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Management, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in environmental services or sanitation management, preferably in a hospital.
• In-depth knowledge of healthcare cleaning protocols, infection control principles, and regulatory requirements.
• Proven experience in budget management, strategic planning, and team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans for environmental services and sanitation operations.
• Oversee cleaning, waste management, pest control, and infection prevention protocols.
• Lead, manage, and develop a large team of environmental services professionals.
• Manage departmental budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and optimal resource allocation.
• Ensure strict compliance with healthcare regulations, including infection control standards.
• Collaborate with hospital administration, clinical staff, and external regulators.
• Implement and monitor quality assurance programs to maintain cleanliness standards.
• Oversee selection, procurement, and maintenance of cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive training programs for staff.
• Respond to and manage environmental emergencies or critical incidents.

Skills

Leadership

Infection control

Budget management

Team development

Regulatory compliance

Strategic planning

Communication

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Change management

Education

Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration/Business Management/Environmental Science

Tools

Healthcare management software

Data analysis tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Head of Environmental Services & Sanitation to lead the cleaning and hygiene operations at a major healthcare facility in Randburg, Gauteng. This senior leadership role drives infection control, safety, and high cleanliness standards across the campus, overseeing a large team, budget management, and strategic initiatives.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree and at least 10 years of leadership experience in healthcare environmental services, with strong regulatory