Healthcare Facility Sanitation Supervisor

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 16,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Uniforms and PPE provided

Paid sick leave and vacation

Career progression in healthcare

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting for a Healthcare Facility Sanitation Supervisor in Welkom, Free State. You will oversee environmental services staff, enforce infection control cleaning protocols, and ensure a sterile, safe hospital environment.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in healthcare sanitation with supervisory experience and strong leadership and communication skills. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in healthcare sanitation or environmental services.
• At least 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Knowledge of hospital-grade cleaners and infection control standards (e.g., CDC guidelines).
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of environmental services and sanitation staff.
• Develop and enforce infection control cleaning protocols in patient care areas.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure cleanliness standards and identify hazards.
• Manage inventory of cleaning chemicals, equipment and supplies.
• Train new staff on cleaning techniques, infection control and safety.
• Monitor waste management including biohazardous waste disposal.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Infection control

Healthcare sanitation

Communication

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable healthcare facility in Welkom, Free State , is urgently looking for a dedicated and experienced Healthcare Facility Sanitation Supervisor. This critical role ensures that the hospital environment meets the highest standards of cleanliness and infection control, directly contributing to patient safety and well-being. The supervisor will oversee a team of cleaning staff, manage sanitation supplies, implement stringent cleaning protocols, and conduct regular quality checks. This position requires a meticulous individual with a strong understanding of healthcare hygiene requirements and a proven ability to lead a team effectively within a demanding environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the daily activities of the environmental services and sanitation staff.
• Develop, implement, and enforce infection control cleaning protocols and procedures in patient care areas, operating rooms, and common spaces.
• Conduct regular inspections of all facility areas to ensure adherence to cleanliness standards and identify potential hazards.
• Manage inventory of cleaning chemicals, disinfectants, equipment, and supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels.
• Train new cleaning staff on proper cleaning techniques, infection control procedures, and safety protocols.
• Monitor waste management procedures, including the safe disposal of biohazardous and general waste.
• Respond to urgent cleaning needs and emergencies, ensuring swift and effective resolution.
• Maintain cleaning logs and records, documenting all sanitation activities and quality assurance checks.
• Collaborate with nursing staff, infection control practitioners, and facility management to address any sanitation concerns.
• Ensure all cleaning staff adhere to health and safety regulations and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in healthcare environmental services or sanitation, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Demonstrated knowledge of hospital-grade cleaning chemicals, equipment, and infection control standards (e.g., universal precautions, CDC guidelines).
• Experience with waste management, including biohazardous waste disposal.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide staff.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Good communication skills, enabling effective interaction with staff and other departments.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Basic computer literacy for record-keeping and reporting.
• A commitment to maintaining a safe and sterile environment is paramount.
• Must be reliable and punctual, working within the Welkom facility.

Benefits

• A competitive annual salary of R.
• Access to comprehensive medical and dental insurance plans.
• Participation in the company's retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for specialized training in infection control and healthcare sanitation.
• A stable and supportive work environment within a critical healthcare setting.
• Uniforms and necessary PPE provided.
• Paid sick leave and vacation days.
• Career progression opportunities within the healthcare support sector.