Contract: Specialized Surface Decontamination Technician

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 185,000 - 332,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

Equipment provided

On-site safety training

PPE and safety gear provided

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Specialized Surface Decontamination Technician for a contract role in Rustenburg. The role requires expertise in chemical, thermal, and UV-C decontamination methods to ensure high hygiene and safety standards across sensitive surfaces.

Responsibilities include assessing contamination, operating and calibrating equipment, collecting environmental samples, and reporting results. Travel to client sites around Rustenburg is expected; prior certifications (IICRC, BSR) are

Qualifications

• Experience in specialized decontamination and biohazard remediation.
• Knowledge of chemical, thermal and UV-C decontamination methods.
• Experience with sampling and environmental monitoring techniques.
• Strong health, safety and environmental compliance knowledge.
• Ability to interpret SDS and technical data sheets.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized decontamination using chemical, thermal, or UV-C technologies.
• Assess contamination levels and select appropriate methods for surfaces/materials.
• Prepare, calibrate and maintain decontamination equipment.
• Follow safety protocols and environmental regulations at all times.
• Collect and analyze environmental samples to verify effectiveness.
• Document procedures and results in detailed reports.
• Handle and dispose of hazardous materials safely.
• Collaborate with clients and project managers on scope and schedule.
• Provide guidance to junior team members as needed.
• Ensure PPE is used correctly and maintained.

Skills

Specialized decontamination

Biohazard remediation

Environmental monitoring sampling

Safety compliance

SDS interpretation

Documentation and reporting

Team guidance

Education

IICRC certification

BSR certification

Tools

Decontamination equipment

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Specialized Surface Decontamination Technician for a contract role in Rustenburg. The role requires expertise in chemical, thermal, and UV-C decontamination methods to ensure high hygiene and safety standards across sensitive surfaces.

Responsibilities include assessing contamination, operating and calibrating equipment, collecting environmental samples, and reporting results. Travel to client sites around Rustenburg is expected; prior certifications (IICRC, BSR) are