Facilities Cleaning Coordinator

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Team environment

Cleaning resources provided

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a Facilities Cleaning Coordinator to organize cleaning operations and maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across all facilities.

You will schedule daily, weekly, and monthly tasks, supervise cleaning staff, manage supplies and inventory, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, contributing to a safe and productive workplace for all employees.

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities management or cleaning supervision.
• Knowledge of cleaning best practices and safety regulations.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Inventory management and basic record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules for all facility areas.
• Supervise and direct the work of cleaning staff, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and to standard.
• Conduct regular inspections of facilities to assess cleanliness, identify issues, and ensure compliance with hygiene protocols.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies, equipment, and chemicals, placing orders as needed and ensuring proper storage.
• Train new cleaning staff on procedures, safety guidelines, and the use of equipment.
• Respond to and resolve any cleaning-related issues or emergencies promptly.

Skills

Facilities management

Cleaning supervision

Team leadership

Communication skills

Inventory management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an organized and proactive Facilities Cleaning Coordinator to manage cleaning operations in Upington . This role is key to ensuring that all company facilities are maintained at the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene, supporting a productive and safe working environment. You will be responsible for coordinating cleaning schedules, managing cleaning staff, overseeing supply inventory, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, possesses strong organizational skills, and is committed to excellence in facilities management within the Northern Cape region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules for all facility areas.
• Supervise and direct the work of cleaning staff, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and to standard.
• Conduct regular inspections of facilities to assess cleanliness, identify issues, and ensure compliance with hygiene protocols.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies, equipment, and chemicals, placing orders as needed and ensuring proper storage.
• Train new cleaning staff on procedures, safety guidelines, and the use of equipment.
• Respond to and resolve any cleaning-related issues or emergencies promptly.

Requirements

• Proven experience in facilities management, cleaning supervision, or a related role.
• Strong understanding of cleaning best practices, sanitation standards, and safety regulations.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to effectively lead and motivate a team.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in inventory management and basic record-keeping.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary commensurate with experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A vital role in maintaining the operational efficiency and appearance of facilities.
• Provision of necessary cleaning resources and equipment.
• Supportive work environment focused on team collaboration.