Commercial Building Sanitization Manager

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Hybrid work arrangement

Health and retirement benefits

Generous annual leave

Professional development and careerAdv

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Commercial Building Sanitization Manager in Stellenbosch to lead sanitation programs across a portfolio of commercial properties. You will supervise cleaning staff, develop rigorous safety and cleaning protocols, and ensure regulatory compliance while maintaining cost-effective operations.

The role blends on-site supervision with strategic planning, reporting, and stakeholder coordination, including site managers and tenants.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial cleaning management or facilities management with a focus on sanitation.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing cleaning and sanitization protocols.
• Strong knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and industry best practices.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication abilities.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations within commercial environments in the Western Cape.
• Experience with budget management and inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive cleaning and sanitization programs for commercial buildings.
• Supervise, train, and motivate a team of cleaning staff, ensuring high performance and adherence to standards.
• Conduct regular inspections of all managed properties to ensure quality control and identify areas for improvement.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies, equipment, and chemicals, ensuring cost-effectiveness and compliance.
• Stay updated on the latest cleaning technologies, sanitization methods, and relevant health and safety regulations.
• Develop and maintain relationships with building managers, tenants, and external service providers.
• Oversee deep cleaning projects and respond effectively to specialized cleaning needs or emergencies.
• Ensure compliance with all environmental, health, and safety legislation.
• Prepare reports on cleaning performance, budget adherence, and team productivity.
• Implement strategies to enhance client satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Skills

Sanitation management

Team leadership

Facilities management

Health & safety

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading facilities management company, is seeking an experienced Commercial Building Sanitization Manager to oversee sanitation operations for a portfolio of high-profile commercial properties in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. This critical role requires a proactive leader focused on implementing and maintaining best-in-class cleaning and sanitization protocols to ensure a safe and healthy environment for tenants and visitors. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial cleaning management, a deep understanding of sanitization technologies and chemicals, and exceptional team leadership skills. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to shape the health and safety standards of prominent buildings in the beautiful Stellenbosch region. The hybrid nature of this role allows for flexibility, combining on-site supervision with strategic planning and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive cleaning and sanitization programs for commercial buildings.
• Supervise, train, and motivate a team of cleaning staff, ensuring high performance and adherence to standards.
• Conduct regular inspections of all managed properties to ensure quality control and identify areas for improvement.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies, equipment, and chemicals, ensuring cost-effectiveness and compliance.
• Stay updated on the latest cleaning technologies, sanitization methods, and relevant health and safety regulations.
• Develop and maintain relationships with building managers, tenants, and external service providers.
• Oversee deep cleaning projects and respond effectively to specialized cleaning needs or emergencies.
• Ensure compliance with all environmental, health, and safety legislation.
• Prepare reports on cleaning performance, budget adherence, and team productivity.
• Implement strategies to enhance client satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial cleaning management or facilities management with a focus on sanitation.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing cleaning and sanitization protocols.
• Strong knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and industry best practices.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication abilities.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations within commercial environments in the Western Cape.
• Experience with budget management and inventory control.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing needs and schedules.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of R .
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Generous annual leave.
• Hybrid work arrangement providing work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Company car for site visits and operational needs.
• Be a key player in maintaining the prestigious environments of Stellenbosch.