Facility Sanitation Coordinator

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Structured training and development

Uniforms provided

Positive work environment

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Facility Sanitation Coordinator in Benoni to lead daily cleaning and sanitation operations, manage supplies, and monitor safety compliance. The role requires hands-on supervision, strong organizational skills, and a focus on high cleanliness standards.

The successful candidate will train staff, implement SOPs, conduct inspections, and collaborate with other departments to maintain a safe working environment for all employees and visitors.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning, sanitation, or facilities management, including supervisory duties.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safe application.
• Understanding health and safety regulations related to cleaning services.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Ability to inspect quality and ensure standards are met.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer literacy for record-keeping and reporting.
• Physical ability to perform cleaning tasks.
• Must reside in or commute reliably to Benoni.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee daily cleaning and sanitation activities across all facility areas.
• Develop and implement cleaning schedules and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Manage inventory of cleaning chemicals, supplies, and equipment, ensuring adequate stock and proper storage.
• Supervise, train, and mentor a team of cleaning staff, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Conduct regular inspections to monitor the quality of cleaning services and identify areas needing attention.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Maintain cleaning logs and records, including supply usage and maintenance of equipment.
• Respond to and resolve any cleaning-related issues or emergencies promptly.
• Implement and promote best practices in hygiene and sanitation.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Team leadership

Organizational skills

Time management

Health and safety

Communication skills

Record-keeping

Basic computer literacy

Physical stamina

Tools

Cleaning chemicals knowledge

Disinfectants handling

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an organized and proactive Facility Sanitation Coordinator to manage and execute cleaning and sanitation programs at their premises in Benoni . This role is essential for maintaining a clean, safe, and healthy environment for employees and visitors. The Sanitation Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing daily cleaning operations, managing cleaning supplies and equipment, ensuring compliance with hygiene standards, and supervising a team of cleaning staff. The ideal candidate will possess excellent organizational skills, a strong understanding of sanitation best practices, and the ability to lead and motivate a team. This is a hands‑on role that requires attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness within the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee daily cleaning and sanitation activities across all facility areas.
• Develop and implement cleaning schedules and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Manage inventory of cleaning chemicals, supplies, and equipment, ensuring adequate stock and proper storage.
• Supervise, train, and mentor a team of cleaning staff, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Conduct regular inspections to monitor the quality of cleaning services and identify areas needing attention.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Maintain cleaning logs and records, including supply usage and maintenance of equipment.
• Respond to and resolve any cleaning‑related issues or emergencies promptly.
• Implement and promote best practices in hygiene and sanitation.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure a clean and safe working environment.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a cleaning, sanitation, or facilities management role, preferably with supervisory responsibilities.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, disinfectants, and their safe application.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations related to cleaning services.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Ability to conduct inspections and ensure quality standards are met.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer literacy for record‑keeping and reporting.
• Physical ability to perform tasks associated with a cleaning environment.
• Must reside in or be able to reliably commute to Benoni .

Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to lead sanitation efforts in a key facility.
• Structured training and development programs.
• Positive work environment with a focus on teamwork.
• Provision of uniforms and necessary cleaning supplies.
• Potential for career growth within the organization.
• Contribution to a safe and healthy workplace.