Commercial Cleaning Team Lead

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Leadership training

Team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Commercial Cleaning Team Lead to supervise cleaning operations across Centurion's commercial properties. The role blends hands-on supervision with off-site coordination, rewarding leadership and operational excellence.

You will train new team members, manage supplies, uphold health and safety standards, and ensure client satisfaction through consistent, high-quality service.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a cleaning team in a commercial setting.
• Strong knowledge of cleaning techniques, chemicals, and equipment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to train new staff and supervise daily operations.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations in commercial cleaning.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and motivate a team of cleaning staff to achieve optimal performance.
• Supervise daily cleaning operations, ensuring all tasks are completed according to established standards and schedules.
• Conduct regular quality checks and inspections of work performed by the team.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, placing orders as needed and ensuring proper storage.
• Communicate effectively with clients to address concerns and ensure satisfaction with cleaning services.
• Implement and enforce health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures.

Skills

Team leadership

Cleaning operations

Health & Safety

Training & development

Client communication

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Commercial Cleaning Team Lead to supervise cleaning operations in Centurion . This role involves leading a team of cleaning professionals, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and customer satisfaction across commercial properties. You will be responsible for coordinating daily cleaning activities, training new team members, managing resources, and ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently and effectively. This hybrid position offers a blend of hands‑on supervision and off‑site coordination, making it ideal for an individual who excels in leadership and operational management within the cleaning industry. You will play a critical part in maintaining the reputation and operational efficiency of our client's services.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and motivate a team of cleaning staff to achieve optimal performance.
• Supervise daily cleaning operations, ensuring all tasks are completed according to established standards and schedules.
• Conduct regular quality checks and inspections of work performed by the team.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, placing orders as needed and ensuring proper storage.
• Communicate effectively with clients to address concerns and ensure satisfaction with cleaning services.
• Implement and enforce health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Cleaning Team Lead or in a similar supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of commercial cleaning techniques, chemicals, and equipment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations in a commercial cleaning context.
• Flexibility to work a hybrid schedule, including occasional evening or weekend duties as required.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Performance‑based bonuses and incentives.
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership training.
• A collaborative work environment with a focus on teamwork.
• Contribution to maintaining high standards of hygiene in commercial spaces.