Fleet Sanitation Coordinator - Logistics Hubs

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Training on fleet sanitation practices

Exposure to Mossel Bay region

Cleaning supplies provided

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Fleet Sanitation Coordinator to manage sanitation protocols for a large logistics fleet operating from Mossel Bay, Western Cape. The role blends on-site supervision with remote administrative tasks, ensuring vehicles meet hygiene, regulatory, and client requirements.

The ideal candidate will coordinate cleaning schedules, supervise crews, manage inventory, and maintain thorough records.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sanitation, cleaning supervision, or logistics coordination.
• Experience working with vehicle fleets is advantageous.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage teams and resources effectively.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement standardized cleaning and sanitation schedules for the fleet.
• Supervise on-site cleaning crews, ensuring efficient execution of tasks.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies, chemicals, and equipment, ensuring adequate stock levels and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct regular inspections of vehicles to ensure compliance with hygiene standards and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain detailed records of cleaning activities, vehicle inspections, and supply usage.
• Coordinate with fleet maintenance teams to schedule and integrate cleaning services with repair schedules.
• Train cleaning staff on proper cleaning techniques, chemical usage, and safety procedures.
• Address and resolve any sanitation-related issues or discrepancies promptly.
• Assist in developing and refining sanitation policies and procedures.
• Perform remote administrative tasks, including reporting, scheduling, and inventory management.

Skills

Sanitation coordination

Team supervision

Logistics coordination

Communication

Attention to detail

Hybrid work adaptability

Tools

MS Office

Scheduling software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and organized Fleet Sanitation Coordinator to manage and implement sanitation protocols for their extensive logistics fleet operating out of Mossel Bay, Western Cape . This hybrid role involves overseeing on-site cleaning teams and operations, while also managing scheduling, inventory, and reporting tasks which may be performed remotely. The coordinator will be responsible for ensuring all vehicles, including trucks and trailers, are maintained to the highest hygiene standards, complying with industry regulations and client requirements. The ideal candidate will have strong logistical coordination skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to manage resources effectively. This position is crucial for maintaining the company's reputation for reliability and quality service in the transportation sector. Your role is integral to ensuring the safety and compliance of our client's fleet operations, impacting both operational efficiency and public perception. We are looking for someone who can balance practical on-site supervision with efficient remote administrative management.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement standardized cleaning and sanitation schedules for the fleet.
• Supervise on-site cleaning crews, ensuring efficient execution of tasks.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies, chemicals, and equipment, ensuring adequate stock levels and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct regular inspections of vehicles to ensure compliance with hygiene standards and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain detailed records of cleaning activities, vehicle inspections, and supply usage.
• Coordinate with fleet maintenance teams to schedule and integrate cleaning services with repair schedules.
• Train cleaning staff on proper cleaning techniques, chemical usage, and safety procedures.
• Address and resolve any sanitation-related issues or discrepancies promptly.
• Assist in developing and refining sanitation policies and procedures.
• Perform remote administrative tasks, including reporting, scheduling, and inventory management.

Requirements

• Proven experience in sanitation, cleaning supervision, or logistics coordination.
• Experience working with vehicle fleets is highly advantageous.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage teams and resources effectively.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high standards.
• Comfortable working in a hybrid model, performing both on-site supervision and remote administrative duties.
• Basic computer literacy, including proficiency in MS Office or similar for reporting and scheduling.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and sanitation best practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively with drivers, cleaning staff, and management.
• Must be based within commuting distance to Mossel Bay, Western Cape .

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of ZAR.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and a balance between field and office work.
• Opportunity to play a key role in ensuring fleet compliance and operational efficiency.
• Training on specialized fleet sanitation techniques and management practices.
• Exposure to the logistics and transportation industry in the scenic Mossel Bay region.
• A dynamic work environment with diverse responsibilities.
• Access to necessary cleaning supplies and equipment.