Facilities Hygiene Coordinator - Bloemfontein Convention Centre

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid contributions

Provident fund

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Facilities Hygiene Coordinator for the Bloemfontein Convention Centre. The role focuses on maintaining high cleanliness standards, implementing sanitation protocols, and ensuring a safe environment for delegates, visitors, and staff during events.

Responsibilities include supervising cleaning teams, managing supplies, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations in public venues across the venue.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a hygiene, sanitation, or facilities maintenance role.
• Proven experience in supervising cleaning or janitorial staff.
• Solid understanding of cleaning chemicals, sanitation best practices, and infection control principles.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations applicable to public spaces.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Basic computer literacy for record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor hygiene and sanitation plans for all areas of the Bloemfontein Convention Centre.
• Supervise and direct the daily activities of the cleaning staff, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and to standard.
• Conduct regular inspections of facilities, identifying and addressing any hygiene concerns or potential risks.
• Manage the inventory and distribution of cleaning chemicals, supplies, and equipment, ensuring adequate stock and responsible usage.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations relevant to public venues in South Africa.
• Assist in training cleaning staff on proper hygiene techniques, use of equipment, and safety procedures.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless cleaning operations during events and conferences.
• Maintain records of cleaning activities, inspections, staff performance, and supply usage.
• Respond to immediate hygiene issues and emergencies as they arise within the Bloemfontein venue.

Skills

Supervising staff

Hygiene management

Infection control

Health & safety

Record-keeping

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client, the premier convention centre in **Bloemfontein**, requires a diligent and proactive Facilities Hygiene Coordinator. This role is integral to maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and public health across all venue spaces, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for delegates, visitors, and staff. The Coordinator will be responsible for the implementation and oversight of sanitation protocols, managing hygiene supplies, and supervising cleaning teams to uphold the venue's reputation for excellence within the Free State . This position demands meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to public health standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor hygiene and sanitation plans for all areas of the Bloemfontein Convention Centre.
• Supervise and direct the daily activities of the cleaning staff, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and to standard.
• Conduct regular inspections of facilities, identifying and addressing any hygiene concerns or potential risks.
• Manage the inventory and distribution of cleaning chemicals, supplies, and equipment, ensuring adequate stock and responsible usage.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations relevant to public venues in South Africa .
• Assist in training cleaning staff on proper hygiene techniques, use of equipment, and safety procedures.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless cleaning operations during events and conferences.
• Maintain records of cleaning activities, inspections, staff performance, and supply usage.
• Respond to immediate hygiene issues and emergencies as they arise within the Bloemfontein venue.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a hygiene, sanitation, or facilities maintenance role, preferably in hospitality, events, or a public venue in Bloemfontein .
• Proven experience in supervising cleaning or janitorial staff.
• Solid understanding of cleaning chemicals, sanitation best practices, and infection control principles.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations applicable to public spaces.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Basic computer literacy for record-keeping.
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package and benefits, including medical aid contributions and a provident fund. This role provides a unique opportunity to work in a high-profile venue and contribute to the success of major events hosted in Bloemfontein . The company is committed to employee development and fostering a professional working environment.