Cape Town Industrial Cleaning Team Lead

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid contributions

Provident fund

Training and certification opportuni­t

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town, Western Cape, is seeking an experienced Industrial Cleaning Team Lead to guide a team of operatives on site. You will coordinate daily tasks, perform safety briefings, and ensure cleaning operations meet client specifications and industrial standards.

This hands-on role requires at least 3 years of supervisory experience, strong leadership, knowledge of cleaning chemicals and equipment, and a commitment to health, safety and environmental laws.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in industrial cleaning with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Knowledge of industrial cleaning techniques, chemicals and equipment.
• Strong leadership and motivation to guide a team.
• Solid understanding of HSE standards in industrial settings.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to create and implement cleaning schedules and reports.
• Willingness to work nights and weekends as required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transport to sites in Cape Town.
• First Aid and safety certifications are advantageous.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, clean working environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and supervise a team of cleaning staff, ensuring efficient task delegation and performance.
• Develop daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules for Cape Town sites.
• Conduct site inspections to monitor work quality, safety, and client satisfaction.
• Perform safety inductions and ongoing safety training for the team.
• Manage inventory and maintenance of cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Ensure cleaning activities comply with health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Serve as on-site client contact and ensure service delivery meets expectations.
• Maintain records of team activities, equipment logs and incidents.
• Promote a culture of safety, efficiency, and teamwork among operatives.
• Assist with hands-on cleaning duties when required.

Skills

Team leadership

Industrial cleaning

Safety management

Schedule planning

Communication

Job description

Placements24 in Cape Town, Western Cape, is seeking an experienced Industrial Cleaning Team Lead to guide a team of operatives on site. You will coordinate daily tasks, perform safety briefings, and ensure cleaning operations meet client specifications and industrial standards.

This hands-on role requires at least 3 years of supervisory experience, strong leadership, knowledge of cleaning chemicals and equipment, and a commitment to health, safety and environmental laws.