Commercial Cleaning Manager - Midrand

Placements24; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Full-time employment

Health and safety training provided

Company vehicle or travel allowance

Career advancement opportunities

Dynamic and supportive environment

Contribution to professional image in 

Job summary

Placements24 has a role in Midrand for an experienced Commercial Cleaning Manager to oversee sanitation across a portfolio of commercial properties. You will lead a team, implement efficient cleaning programs, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in cleaning management, strong leadership, budgeting skills, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement in a dynamic property management environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in commercial cleaning management or similar.
• Proven track record of managing cleaning teams and operations.
• In-depth knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, safety protocols, and industry best practices.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and time management abilities.
• Experience in budget management and vendor negotiation.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet demanding deadlines.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement in Midrand.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage cleaning operations across multiple sites in Midrand.
• Develop and implement cleaning programs, standards, and schedules.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and manage cleaning staff for high performance.
• Conduct quality control inspections and implement corrective actions.
• Manage budgets for supplies, equipment, and staffing.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety and environmental regulations with proper chemical handling.
• Source and manage relationships with cleaning suppliers.
• Serve as primary contact for clients regarding services and satisfaction.
• Continuously evaluate and improve cleaning processes and technologies.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Vendor negotiation

Health & safety knowledge

Team management

Communication

Operational planning

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Safety protocols

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding property management firm in Midrand, Gauteng , is seeking an experienced and dynamic Commercial Cleaning Manager. This role is essential for overseeing the sanitation and cleanliness of a portfolio of commercial properties, ensuring a pristine environment for clients and their employees. The manager will be responsible for leading a team, implementing efficient cleaning strategies, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations. This is a key position within the operations team, requiring strong leadership and a dedication to maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness in Midrand .

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage all aspects of commercial cleaning operations across multiple sites in Midrand .
• Develop and implement effective cleaning programs, standards, and schedules.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and manage a team of cleaning staff, ensuring high performance and retention.
• Conduct regular quality control inspections and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Manage budgets for cleaning supplies, equipment, and staffing, ensuring cost-efficiency.
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations, including proper chemical handling and waste disposal.
• Source and manage relationships with cleaning supply vendors.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients regarding cleaning services and satisfaction.
• Continuously evaluate and improve cleaning processes and technologies.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial cleaning management or a similar role.
• Proven track record of successfully managing cleaning teams and operations.
• In-depth knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, safety protocols, and industry best practices.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and time management abilities.
• Experience in budget management and vendor negotiation.
• Knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet demanding deadlines.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement in Midrand .

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
• Full-time employment with opportunities for career advancement.
• Comprehensive health and safety training provided.
• Manage a portfolio of modern commercial properties in Midrand .
• Company-provided vehicle or travel allowance for site visits.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment.
• Contribute significantly to the professional image of businesses in Midrand .