Facilities Hygiene Manager - Centurion Corporate Park

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Facilities Hygiene Manager to oversee hygiene and sanitation for a prestige corporate park in Centurion, Gauteng. This senior role leads a team of cleaning professionals, develops hygiene strategies, and ensures compliance with health and safety regulations.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in Facilities Management or Environmental Health, at least five years of relevant experience, and proven leadership in large facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Environmental Health, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years in hygiene and sanitation management in large commercial facilities.
• Proven leadership to manage and motivate a diverse team.
• Expert knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, sanitation practices, and legislation.
• Strong health and safety knowledge (e.g., OHS Act).
• Excellent planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive hygiene programs for the corporate park.
• Lead, train, and supervise cleaning and sanitation staff.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure high hygiene standards across facilities.
• Manage budget for hygiene operations including procurement of supplies/equipment.
• Oversee operation of cleaning machinery and systems.
• Ensure compliance with national/local health, safety, and environmental regs.
• Deliver training on hygiene best practices for staff and related personnel.
• Respond to hygiene incidents or emergencies efficiently.
• Collaborate with other departments to integrate hygiene protocols.
• Maintain records of operations, inspections, and staff performance.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Staff training

Auditing & compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management or Environmental Health

Tools

Cleaning machinery

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading property management firm overseeing a prestigious corporate park in Centurion, Gauteng , is seeking a highly organized and experienced Facilities Hygiene Manager. This senior role is responsible for the strategic planning, implementation, and oversight of all hygiene and sanitation operations within the park, ensuring a world-class environment for tenants and visitors. The successful candidate will manage a team of cleaning professionals, develop innovative hygiene strategies, and ensure strict compliance with health and safety regulations. This is a critical role demanding leadership, expertise in sanitation management, and a proactive approach to maintaining impeccable standards in a high-profile commercial setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive hygiene and sanitation programs for the corporate park.
• Lead, train, and supervise the cleaning and sanitation staff, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure consistent adherence to high hygiene standards across all facilities.
• Manage the budget for hygiene operations, including procurement of supplies and equipment.
• Oversee the maintenance and operation of specialized cleaning machinery and systems.
• Ensure compliance with all national and local health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Develop and deliver training sessions on hygiene best practices for cleaning staff and other relevant personnel.
• Respond to and manage any hygiene-related incidents or emergencies efficiently.
• Collaborate with other departments to integrate hygiene protocols into overall facility management.
• Maintain detailed records of operations, inspections, and staff performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Environmental Health, or a related field; or equivalent extensive experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in hygiene and sanitation management, preferably within large commercial facilities.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage and motivate a diverse team.
• Expert knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, sanitation best practices, and relevant legislation.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations (e.g., OHS Act).
• Excellent planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in budget management and resource allocation.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing operational needs.
• Must be based in or able to commute effectively to Centurion, Gauteng .

Benefits

This position offers a highly competitive salary package, commensurate with the seniority and responsibility of the role. Employees will enjoy comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and retirement contributions. You will have the opportunity to shape the hygiene standards of a significant corporate environment and work with a forward-thinking management team. Professional development and continuous learning opportunities are actively encouraged. This role provides a challenging yet rewarding career path in facility hygiene management.