Commercial Hygiene Operations Manager

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary and bonuses

Career growth opportunities

Strategic influence over operations

Advanced cleaning technologies

Medical aid and retirement benefits

Professional working environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Commercial Hygiene Operations Manager in Stellenbosch to lead hygiene and sanitation across high-end commercial properties. You will shape standards, drive efficiency, and oversee budgeting and procurement for cleaning operations.

The role requires extensive facilities management experience, team leadership, and a strong emphasis on health, safety, and compliance to deliver exceptional tenant service in a dynamic commercial environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in facilities management focusing on cleaning and hygiene operations.
• Proven track record managing large teams and complex cleaning operations.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and industry best practices.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Experience budgeting and financial oversight.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive hygiene and sanitation strategies for commercial properties.
• Manage and lead a team of cleaning supervisors and staff, ensuring high performance and productivity.
• Oversee procurement and inventory management of cleaning supplies, equipment, and machinery.
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Conduct regular quality assurance inspections and implement improvement plans.
• Manage the departmental budget effectively, controlling costs and identifying efficiencies.
• Liaise with property managers, tenants, and stakeholders to address needs and concerns.
• Implement innovative cleaning technologies and best practices to enhance service delivery.
• Develop and deliver training programs for staff on cleaning techniques, safety, and customer service.

Skills

Facilities management

Cleaning operations

Team leadership

Budget management

Health & safety

Quality inspections

Education

Facilities Management qualification

Tools

Inventory management

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious commercial property management firm operating in Stellenbosch , seeks a dynamic Commercial Hygiene Operations Manager. This senior role is responsible for the strategic planning, implementation, and oversight of all hygiene and sanitation services across a portfolio of high-end commercial buildings. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in facilities management, with a specific focus on cleaning operations, team leadership, and budget management. You will be instrumental in setting standards, ensuring compliance, and driving operational efficiency to deliver exceptional service to our client's tenants. This is a significant opportunity to shape the hygiene standards within prominent business spaces in the Stellenbosch region, requiring a blend of strategic thinking and practical execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive hygiene and sanitation strategies for commercial properties.
• Manage and lead a team of cleaning supervisors and staff, ensuring high performance and productivity.
• Oversee the procurement and inventory management of cleaning supplies, equipment, and machinery.
• Ensure strict adherence to all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Conduct regular quality assurance inspections and implement improvement plans.
• Manage the departmental budget effectively, controlling costs and identifying efficiencies.
• Liaise with property managers, tenants, and stakeholders to address specific needs and concerns.
• Implement innovative cleaning technologies and best practices to enhance service delivery.
• Develop and deliver training programs for staff on cleaning techniques, safety, and customer service.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in facilities management, with a strong focus on cleaning and hygiene operations.
• Proven track record in managing large teams and complex cleaning operations.
• In-depth knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and industry best practices.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in budget management and financial oversight.
• Ability to develop and implement strategic operational plans.
• Experience working within the Stellenbosch commercial property sector is advantageous.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Facilities Management or a related field.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Significant career growth opportunities within a reputable organization.
• Strategic role with influence over operational standards.
• Access to advanced cleaning technologies and methodologies.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Dynamic and professional working environment.