Environmental Hygiene Officer

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Hybrid work model

Career development opportunities

Safe, healthy workplace

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg is seeking an experienced Environmental Hygiene Officer to oversee sanitation and hygiene operations. You will develop and monitor hygiene strategies, ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, and lead a team to maintain high cleanliness standards across facilities.

This role offers a hybrid work model with opportunities for professional development, focusing on proactive health, safety, and workplace well-being for staff and visitors.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in environmental health or sanitation management.
• In-depth knowledge of hygiene standards and safety procedures.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in record-keeping and hygiene metrics reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage environmental hygiene programs.
• Conduct inspections and audits to identify hygiene risks and non-compliance issues.
• Oversee and train cleaning staff, ensuring adherence to best practices and safety standards.
• Manage the procurement and inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Investigate hygiene-related incidents and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Hygiene standards

Health regulations

Analytical skills

Record keeping

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Environmental Hygiene Officer to oversee sanitation and hygiene operations in Rustenburg . This pivotal role ensures compliance with health and safety regulations, promotes a clean working environment, and contributes to the overall well-being of the workforce and visitors. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring comprehensive hygiene strategies, leading a team, and ensuring all areas meet stringent cleanliness standards. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive leader passionate about maintaining impeccable hygiene standards in a professional setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive environmental hygiene programs and protocols.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits of facilities to identify potential hygiene risks and non-compliance issues.
• Oversee and train cleaning staff, ensuring adherence to best practices and safety standards.
• Manage the procurement and inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Investigate hygiene-related incidents and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Requirements

• Proven experience in environmental health, sanitation management , or a similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of hygiene standards, health regulations, and safety procedures.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in record-keeping and reporting on hygiene metrics.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• A hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• A commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe workplace in Rustenburg .