Commercial Cleaning Manager - Corporate Environments

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Comprehensive medical aid

Retirement planning

Professional development

Company-provided tools

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a Commercial Cleaning Manager to oversee cleaning operations for multiple corporate sites. You will lead cleaning teams, ensure SLA compliance, optimize schedules and manage budgets to maintain impeccable standards in office environments.

The role requires 6+ years in commercial cleaning management, strong leadership and client relationship skills, and the ability to travel between client sites within the Pretoria area.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years in commercial cleaning management.
• Experience leading large cleaning teams in corporate settings.
• Skilled in budgeting and cost control.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Strong leadership and client management abilities.
• Willingness to travel between client sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple cleaning teams across corporate sites.
• Develop and enforce cleaning standards and procedures.
• Ensure services meet client contracts and SLAs.
• Conduct regular site inspections and corrective actions.
• Manage recruitment, training, and performance management.
• Oversee procurement and inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Develop and monitor departmental budgets.
• Maintain strong client relationships and address concerns.
• Promote health, safety, and environmental best practices.
• Generate performance reports for senior management and clients.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Budgeting

Scheduling & planning

Quality assurance

Health & safety

Education

Facilities Management degree

Business Administration

Tools

Facilities Management Software

MS Office

Job description

Our client, a prominent facilities management company, is seeking a dynamic Commercial Cleaning Manager to oversee cleaning operations for several high-profile corporate clients in Pretoria. This role is ideal for a results-oriented leader with a passion for maintaining impeccable standards in office environments. You will be responsible for managing cleaning teams, ensuring service level agreements are met, optimizing cleaning schedules, and controlling budgets. This position offers a significant opportunity to shape the cleaning strategy for key business locations in Pretoria, Gauteng, and contribute to the overall client satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and lead multiple commercial cleaning teams across various corporate sites in Pretoria.
• Develop, implement, and enforce comprehensive cleaning standards and procedures.
• Ensure all services are delivered in accordance with client contracts and service level agreements.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor quality, identify issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Manage cleaning staff recruitment, training, performance management, and scheduling.
• Oversee the procurement and inventory management of cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets, ensuring cost-effective operations.
• Liaise with clients to build strong relationships, address concerns, and ensure satisfaction.
• Implement and promote health, safety, and environmental best practices.
• Generate regular performance reports for senior management and clients.

Requirements

• A minimum of 6 years of experience in commercial cleaning management, preferably within facilities management or a related service industry.
• Proven experience managing cleaning teams of significant size in corporate settings.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement cleaning strategies and operational plans.
• Strong understanding of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and client management skills.
• Proficiency in budget management and financial control.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• A qualification in Facilities Management, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations relevant to commercial cleaning.
• Must be able to travel to different client sites within the Pretoria area.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with potential for performance bonuses.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility between office and remote work.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement planning benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership training.
• Company-provided tools and technology to support your role.
• A role with significant impact and responsibility within a respected organization.