Environmental Cleaning & Waste Management Coordinator

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development

Community impact

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting an Environmental Cleaning & Waste Management Coordinator to oversee daily cleaning operations and oversee waste management across client sites in East London.

The role requires strong organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to work in a hybrid environment with on-site and remote administrative tasks. Experience in facilities management or sanitation coordination is preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in facilities management, cleaning supervision, sanitation coordination, or waste management.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques, chemicals, and equipment.
• Understanding of waste management principles, including segregation, recycling, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily cleaning activities, ensuring all areas are cleaned and maintained to high standards.
• Oversee waste management operations, including collection, segregation, recycling, and disposal processes.
• Liaise with external waste disposal contractors to schedule pickups, manage manifests, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintain accurate records of cleaning schedules, waste volumes, disposal certificates, and inventory of cleaning supplies.
• Conduct regular site inspections to assess cleaning quality, identify maintenance needs, and ensure proper waste handling procedures are followed.
• Develop and implement improvements to cleaning and waste management protocols to enhance efficiency and environmental sustainability.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Respond promptly to client inquiries or issues related to cleaning and waste management services.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and waste management consumables.
• Train and guide cleaning staff on procedures and best practices.

Skills

Facilities management

Cleaning supervision

Waste management

Organizational skills

Communication

Tools

English proficiency

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic environmental services organization operating across East London, Eastern Cape , is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Environmental Cleaning & Waste Management Coordinator. This role is responsible for overseeing and coordinating daily cleaning operations and ensuring efficient and compliant waste management practices across various client sites. The coordinator will liaise with cleaning crews, waste disposal contractors, and client representatives to ensure seamless service delivery and adherence to environmental regulations. This hybrid role requires strong organizational skills, excellent communication, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. If you have experience in facilities management, sanitation coordination, or waste management in the East London area, this position offers a fantastic opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily cleaning activities, ensuring all assigned areas are cleaned and maintained to high standards.
• Oversee waste management operations, including collection, segregation, recycling, and disposal processes.
• Liaise with external waste disposal contractors to schedule pickups, manage manifests, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintain accurate records of cleaning schedules, waste volumes, disposal certificates, and inventory of cleaning supplies.
• Conduct regular site inspections to assess cleaning quality, identify maintenance needs, and ensure proper waste handling procedures are followed.
• Develop and implement improvements to cleaning and waste management protocols to enhance efficiency and environmental sustainability.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Respond promptly to client inquiries or issues related to cleaning and waste management services.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and waste management consumables.
• Train and guide cleaning staff on procedures and best practices.

Requirements

• Proven experience in facilities management, cleaning supervision, sanitation coordination, or waste management.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques, chemicals, and equipment.
• Understanding of waste management principles, including segregation, recycling, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liane effectively with staff, contractors, and clients.
• Proficiency in English.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a hybrid work environment, requiring both on-site presence and remote administrative tasks.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to high service standards.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations in the Eastern Cape region is advantageous.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive remuneration package for this contract role, reflecting your skills and experience.
• This position provides flexibility with a hybrid work arrangement, combining on-site coordination with remote administrative duties.
• Opportunities for professional development and gaining experience across a range of environmental services are available.
• You will work with a dedicated team focused on delivering essential services to the community in East London and surrounding areas.
• This role offers the chance to make a tangible impact on environmental sustainability and facility upkeep.
• Join an organization committed to responsible and efficient operations.