Cleaning Services Team Lead

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Hybrid work arrangement

Employee assistance programs

Skill development and advancement

Collaborative and safety-consciouswork

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a motivated Cleaning Services Team Lead to manage a cleaning crew in Vereeniging, balancing on-site supervision with administrative tasks in a hybrid setup.

You will delegate, inspect, and train staff, ensuring high-quality service and strict safety adherence while maintaining supplies and coordinating with the facilities team.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or team lead experience in cleaning required.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques, sanitation products and equipment.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills; detail-oriented and organized.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations in the workplace.
• Hybrid work model familiarity: on-site supervision plus remote reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead, guide, and motivate a team of cleaning staff to achieve daily objectives.
• Delegate tasks and monitor performance to ensure high-quality service.
• Conduct regular inspections to verify standards and address issues.
• Train new team members on procedures, equipment operation and safety.
• Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and report restocks.
• Ensure compliance with all cleaning protocols and safety measures.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Health and safety regulations

Tools

Cleaning equipment operation

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and experienced Cleaning Services Team Lead to join their facilities management team in Vereeniging . This role involves leading a team of cleaning staff, ensuring all cleaning tasks are performed to the highest standards, and contributing to a safe and hygienic environment. The Team Lead will be responsible for daily task delegation, quality control, staff training, and ensuring compliance with all safety protocols. This position offers a chance to take on leadership responsibilities within a dynamic operational setting, with a flexible hybrid work arrangement that balances on-site supervision with administrative duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, guide, and motivate a team of cleaning staff to achieve daily cleaning objectives.
• Delegate tasks effectively and monitor performance to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Conduct regular inspections of cleaned areas to ensure standards are met and identify any issues.
• Train new team members on cleaning procedures, equipment operation , and safety guidelines.
• Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and report needs for reordering.
• Ensure all cleaning protocols and safety measures are strictly followed by the team.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a supervisory or team lead role within the cleaning industry.
• Good knowledge of cleaning techniques, sanitation products , and equipment.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate others.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations in the workplace.
• Comfortable working in a hybrid model , including on-site supervision and remote reporting.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage with potential for overtime.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Access to employee assistance programs.
• Opportunities for skill development and advancement within the cleaning services department.
• A collaborative and safety-conscious work culture.