Cleaning Manager - Healthcare Sector

Tsebo Solutions Group; Durban; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cleaning management firm in Durban is seeking a middle management professional to oversee daily cleaning operations, ensure client satisfaction, and manage staff. Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within the healthcare sector. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential. The role may require flexibility for after-hours work.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a middle management role in cleaning operations.
• Healthcare experience highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily cleaning operations and staff supervision.
• Build and maintain client relationships.
• Allocate and manage cleaning and relief staff.
• Enforce OHS compliance.
• Manage leave and absenteeism.

Skills

Excellent communication and client relationship skills

Strong leadership and team management

Ability to work under pressure and independently

Problem-solving and organizational skills

Flexibility for after-hours and weekend work

Knowledge of labour relations and cleaning schedules

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Tertiary qualification

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

• Site Operations:
• Oversee daily cleaning operations and staff supervision
• Ensure SLA compliance and resource allocation
• Maintain service levels during unit closures
• Monitor and maintain cleaning equipment
• Client Management:
• Build and maintain client relationships
• Conduct inspections
• Provide feedback and respond to client concern
• Staff Management:
• Allocate and manage cleaning and relief staff
• Handle HR issues and conduct performance reviews
• Ensure staff presentation aligns with company standards
• Health & Safety:
• Enforce OHS compliance
• Adhere to legal and company safety standards
• Financial Oversight:
• Manage leave and absenteeism
• Track and bill rechargeable work and consumables
• Identify business opportunities within contracts

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Strong leadership and team management
• Ability to work under pressure and independently
• Problem-solving and organizational skills
• Flexibility for after-hours and weekend work
• Knowledge of labour relations and cleaning schedules
  
  

Qualifications

• Education: Matric (Grade 12) required; tertiary qualification advantageous
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in a middle management role in cleaning operations
• Industry Knowledge: Healthcare experience highly advantageous
• Skills: Strong leadership, scheduling, and service delivery expertise