Field Sanitation Technician — Hygiene Lead (Cape Town)

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Paid annual leave

Paid sick leave

Protective gear provided

Ongoing training on sanitation

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a Field Sanitation Technician to uphold stringent hygiene standards across our client sites. You will perform hands-on cleaning, disinfection, and waste management to ensure safe environments for staff and customers.

This role requires a proactive approach to identifying sanitation issues, collaborating with site managers, and maintaining equipment. Training and protective gear are provided; opportunities for overtime may arise.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in cleaning, sanitation, or janitorial services.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, disinfectants, and their safe use.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations in a commercial/industrial setting.
• Ability to work independently and manage time to meet schedules.
• Physical stamina for standing, bending, lifting and moving equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough cleaning, disinfection, and sanitization of offices, restrooms, kitchens, and production spaces.
• Manage waste disposal and recycling programs per company policy and regs.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify sanitation deficiencies and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain and operate cleaning equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Replenish cleaning supplies and consumables across serviced areas.
• Adhere to health and safety guidelines, including use of PPE.

Skills

Cleaning sanitation experience

Health and safety knowledge

Time management independence

Tools

Cleaning equipment operation

Job description

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a Field Sanitation Technician to uphold stringent hygiene standards across our client sites. You will perform hands-on cleaning, disinfection, and waste management to ensure safe environments for staff and customers.

This role requires a proactive approach to identifying sanitation issues, collaborating with site managers, and maintaining equipment. Training and protective gear are provided; opportunities for overtime may arise.