Community Sanitation Lead

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 210,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses for community impact

Health and wellness benefits

Training in public health

Paid vacation and sick leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a Community Sanitation Lead to organize and oversee sanitation teams in public spaces, ensuring high hygiene standards and safe practices within the community.

You will implement cleaning schedules, manage resources, train staff, report on outcomes, and liaise with local authorities to promote public health.

Qualifications

• Experience in sanitation or cleaning supervision.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Knowledge of sanitation principles and public health standards.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities for community engagement.
• Commitment to community well-being and public health improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate teams of sanitation workers.
• Develop and implement cleaning and waste management strategies.
• Ensure compliance with public health and safety regulations; conduct inspections.
• Manage cleaning supplies inventory and equipment.
• Train and mentor sanitation staff on best practices and safety.
• Liaise with community stakeholders and local authorities regarding sanitation initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Community engagement

Public health

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Community Sanitation Lead to spearhead sanitation efforts within various community settings in Soweto . This role involves organizing and overseeing cleaning teams, ensuring public spaces and facilities meet stringent hygiene standards, and promoting health and safety within the community. You will be responsible for implementing cleaning schedules, managing resources, training staff on effective sanitation practices, and reporting on operational outcomes. The ideal candidate is community-focused, possesses strong leadership capabilities, and is committed to improving public health through meticulous sanitation management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate teams of sanitation workers engaged in maintaining cleanliness in public areas and community facilities.
• Develop and implement effective cleaning and waste management strategies for designated community zones.
• Ensure compliance with all public health and safety regulations, conducting regular inspections.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock and proper usage.
• Train and mentor sanitation staff on best practices, safety procedures, and efficient work methods.
• Liaise with community stakeholders and local authorities regarding sanitation initiatives and concerns.

Requirements

• Previous experience in sanitation, cleaning supervision, or a related public services role.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Knowledge of sanitation principles, cleaning chemicals, and public health standards.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities for community engagement.
• Commitment to community well-being and public health improvement.

Benefits

• A competitive annual salary with opportunities for community impact bonuses.
• Health and wellness benefits package.
• Training opportunities in public health and sanitation management.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.

Make a visible and positive difference in the cleanliness and health of the Soweto community.