Facilities and Cleaning Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Facilities and Cleaning Supervisor to oversee cleaning operations across multiple remote locations with occasional site visits, including Soweto. You will coordinate cleaning teams, manage supplies, and ensure health and safety compliance.

The role requires strong remote management skills, excellent organization, and proactive problem-solving to maintain high standards at dispersed sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in cleaning supervision, facilities management, or operations coordination.
• Proven experience managing remote teams or operations.
• Strong organizational and planning skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication across distances.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and best practices.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to travel to various sites as required.
• Proactive problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate cleaning staff and activities across multiple remote locations.
• Develop and implement standardized cleaning protocols and schedules for all sites.
• Manage inventory and procurement of cleaning supplies, equipment, and consumables, ensuring timely delivery to sites.
• Monitor the performance of cleaning teams through regular reporting and feedback mechanisms.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations at each location.
• Conduct remote inspections and assessments of cleaning standards and facility conditions, supplemented by periodic on-site visits.
• Liaise with on-site facility contacts and management to address operational needs and resolve issues.
• Maintain accurate records of cleaning activities, supply usage, and compliance documentation.
• Train and provide guidance to remote cleaning teams on best practices and company standards.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement in cleaning and facility management operations.

Skills

Remote team management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Health and safety knowledge

Problem-solving

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic organization with multiple operational sites, is seeking a proactive Facilities and Cleaning Supervisor for their operations, primarily focusing on remote oversight and coordination, with occasional site visits. This role is crucial for maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety, and operational readiness across various locations. The Supervisor will be responsible for coordinating cleaning teams, managing supply logistics, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and liaising with site managers. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, experience in remote team management, and a thorough understanding of cleaning and facility operations. This position requires the ability to work autonomously and effectively manage resources and personnel from a distance, supporting operations in areas like Soweto and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate cleaning staff and activities across multiple remote locations.
• Develop and implement standardized cleaning protocols and schedules for all sites.
• Manage inventory and procurement of cleaning supplies, equipment, and consumables, ensuring timely delivery to sites.
• Monitor the performance of cleaning teams through regular reporting and feedback mechanisms.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations at each location.
• Conduct remote inspections and assessments of cleaning standards and facility conditions, supplemented by periodic on-site visits.
• Liaise with on-site facility contacts and management to address operational needs and resolve issues.
• Maintain accurate records of cleaning activities, supply usage, and compliance documentation.
• Train and provide guidance to remote cleaning teams on best practices and company standards.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement in cleaning and facility management operations.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in cleaning supervision, facilities management, or operations coordination.
• Proven experience managing remote teams or operations.
• Strong organizational and planning skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across distances.
• Proficiency in using remote management tools, communication platforms, and standard office software.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and industry best practices.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to travel to various sites as required for oversight and inspections.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Benefits

This contractor role offers a competitive annual compensation of R , reflecting the responsibilities of remote oversight and coordination. The position offers the significant advantage of remote work flexibility, allowing for a greater work-life balance. Our client provides opportunities for professional development in remote operations management and facility coordination. This is an excellent opportunity to leverage your skills in managing dispersed operations and contribute to maintaining high standards across a broad service area, including but not limited to Soweto .