Commercial Cleaning Team Leader

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 167,000 - 257,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Ongoing training and support

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Commercial Cleaning Team Leader in Vereeniging to supervise cleaning crews, delegate tasks and ensure high-quality results for commercial clients.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to health and safety. You will train staff, monitor quality, and maintain schedules while representing the company professionally across Gauteng.

Qualifications

• Must have prior commercial cleaning supervisory experience.
• Ability to lead, motivate and manage a team.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques, chemicals and equipment.
• Understanding of health and safety standards.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and make on-the-spot decisions.
• Physical stamina for cleaning tasks and site walks.
• Reliable, punctual with a strong work ethic.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts in Vereeniging.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team, assign daily tasks in Vereeniging.
• Monitor the quality of cleaning services to ensure standards.
• Train new team members on procedures, safety and equipment.
• Conduct site inspections to ensure high cleanliness standards.
• Manage cleaning schedules and optimize time/resources.
• Address client concerns promptly and professionally.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Maintain inventory and report replenishment needs.
• Foster a positive team environment and morale.
• Represent the company professionally with clients in Gauteng.

Skills

Team leadership

Cleaning knowledge

Health and safety awareness

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Decision making

Physical stamina

Reliability

Punctuality

Flexibility

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable commercial cleaning service provider in Vereeniging, Gauteng , is looking for an experienced and motivated Commercial Cleaning Team Leader. This role is pivotal in supervising a team of cleaning professionals, ensuring the delivery of high-quality cleaning services to commercial clients. The Team Leader will be responsible for task delegation, quality control, training new staff, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols. This is a hands-on leadership position that requires excellent organizational skills and a commitment to maintaining pristine environments for businesses in Vereeniging . The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to motivate a team and manage cleaning operations efficiently, contributing to the client's reputation for excellence in the Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of cleaning staff, assigning daily tasks and ensuring their completion in Vereeniging .
• Monitor the quality of cleaning services provided, ensuring they meet company and client standards.
• Train new team members on cleaning procedures, safety guidelines, and the use of equipment and supplies.
• Conduct regular site inspections to identify any issues and ensure all areas are cleaned to the highest standards.
• Manage cleaning schedules and ensure efficient use of time and resources.
• Address client concerns and feedback promptly and professionally, escalating issues as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations, promoting a safe working environment for the team.
• Maintain an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, reporting needs for replenishment.
• Foster a positive and collaborative team environment, encouraging high performance and morale.
• Represent the company professionally in interactions with clients and stakeholders in Gauteng .

Requirements

• Previous experience in a commercial cleaning role, with at least one year in a supervisory or team leadership capacity.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and manage a team.
• Good knowledge of cleaning techniques, chemicals, and equipment.
• Understanding of health and safety standards in a commercial cleaning context.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions on the spot.
• Physical stamina to perform cleaning tasks and walk through sites.
• Must be reliable and punctual, with a strong work ethic.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts as required by operational demands in Vereeniging .

Benefits

This position offers a competitive salary package, reflecting the importance of the Team Leader role in ensuring client satisfaction and operational efficiency in Vereeniging . Our client provides opportunities for professional development and career advancement within the cleaning industry. You will be part of a dynamic team and benefit from ongoing training and support. This is an excellent opportunity to take on more responsibility and contribute to the success of a leading cleaning service provider in the Gauteng province.