Lead Environmental Services Supervisor - Healthcare Facilities

Placements24; Redmond (WA); Híbrido; USD 95.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Performance bonus

Remote work option

Career development opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Environmental Services Supervisor for a remote-first role in healthcare facilities. You will lead infection prevention, waste management, and staff training across sites while maintaining compliance and high safety standards.

You will develop and supervise environmental programs, manage a remote team, and collaborate with infection control and facilities to ensure patient safety and operational integrity.

Formación

• Extensive experience in environmental services leadership within healthcare.
• Deep knowledge of healthcare sanitation standards and infection control.
• Proven ability to develop and implement cleaning and disinfection programs.
• Strong remote leadership and performance management skills.
• Familiarity with hazardous waste management and disposal procedures.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Eligible for relevant infection control or environmental services certifications.

Responsabilidades

• Develop, implement, and improve environmental services policies with a focus on infection control.
• Lead, train, and manage remote teams to ensure protocol adherence.
• Conduct virtual and on-site assessments to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Oversee waste management and disposal practices for hazardous and non-hazardous streams.
• Monitor inventory and optimize usage of cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Design and deliver training on infection prevention and chemical safety.
• Maintain records of schedules, inspections, and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with infection control, facilities, and clinical staff on safety measures.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Infection control

Remote team management

Regulatory compliance

Educación

Infection control certification

Healthcare sanitation certification

Herramientas

Performance management software

Virtual collaboration tools

Office suite

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a renowned healthcare provider, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Lead Environmental Services Supervisor to manage and enhance sanitation protocols within their healthcare facilities. This position is a remote-first role, enabling you to lead from anywhere while ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and infection control. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and supervising comprehensive environmental services programs that meet stringent healthcare regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of infection prevention, waste management, and staff training within a clinical setting. Your leadership will ensure a safe, hygienic, and compliant environment for patients, staff, and visitors, contributing significantly to patient outcomes and operational integrity. This role demands strategic thinking, strong leadership capabilities, and a commitment to excellence in healthcare sanitation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve environmental services policies and procedures, focusing on infection control and patient safety.
• Lead, train, and manage a team of environmental services staff, ensuring adherence to protocols and fostering a culture of excellence.
• Conduct regular site assessments (virtually and through coordinated on-site staff) to ensure compliance with healthcare sanitation standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., NHLS, SANS).
• Oversee the management of hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams, ensuring proper disposal methods are followed.
• Monitor and manage the inventory of cleaning supplies, disinfectants, and specialized equipment, optimizing usage and cost-effectiveness.
• Implement and supervise rigorous cleaning and disinfection protocols for patient rooms, operating theatres, laboratories, and common areas.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive training programs for staff on infection prevention, chemical safety, and the proper use of equipment.
• Investigate and resolve any environmental services-related issues or complaints promptly and effectively.
• Collaborate with infection control practitioners, facility managers, and clinical staff to ensure integrated safety measures.
• Maintain detailed records of cleaning schedules, inspections, training, inventory, and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in environmental services or a similar sanitation management role within a healthcare setting, with demonstrated leadership capabilities.
• In-depth knowledge of healthcare-specific sanitation standards, infection control principles, and regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to develop and implement effective cleaning and disinfection programs.
• Strong understanding of hazardous waste management and disposal procedures.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage and motivate diverse teams remotely.
• Proficiency in using virtual collaboration tools, performance management software, and standard office applications.
• High degree of organizational skill and attention to detail in managing multiple facilities or complex protocols.
• Ability to think strategically and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Must be able to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote work environment.
• Relevant certifications in infection control or environmental services management are highly advantageous.

Benefits

This leading remote role offers a highly competitive annual salary of R , commensurate with your extensive experience and leadership skills. Our client provides opportunities for significant professional growth and development within the healthcare sector. You will have the autonomy to shape and improve environmental services across multiple facilities. While this is a remote position, you will be an integral part of a dedicated team focused on patient well-being. We offer a stimulating and challenging work environment with the chance to make a real difference in healthcare quality and safety. Performance-based bonuses and flexible working arrangements are part of the package.