Healthcare Cleaning Coordinator

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Health benefits

Paid leave

Training in healthcare sanitation

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Healthcare Cleaning Coordinator to join our client’s team in Klerksdorp. This hybrid role combines on-site supervision of cleaning teams with remote administrative coordination to ensure top infection control standards in healthcare facilities.

You will oversee daily cleaning activities, train staff, monitor supplies, and maintain precise records while collaborating with facility managers to uphold patient safety and facility excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare cleaning or similar role with strict hygiene protocols.
• Knowledge of infection control principles in healthcare settings.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively on-site with some remote coordination.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate daily cleaning activities within healthcare facilities, ensuring compliance with infection control standards.
• Supervise, train, and schedule cleaning staff, providing guidance and performance feedback.
• Conduct regular inspections of all areas to ensure thoroughness and identify sanitation deficiencies.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, ensuring availability and proper usage.
• Maintain accurate records of cleaning schedules, inspections, and any incidents related to sanitation.

Skills

Healthcare cleaning experience

Infection control knowledge

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Healthcare Cleaning Coordinator to join their team, serving facilities in Klerksdorp. This hybrid role requires a professional who can manage on-site cleaning operations while also handling administrative and coordination tasks that may be performed remotely. You will be responsible for ensuring that all healthcare environments meet the highest standards of cleanliness and infection control, directly contributing to patient safety and well-being. Your role involves supervising cleaning staff, implementing strict protocols, and maintaining meticulous records in a complex and sensitive setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate daily cleaning activities within healthcare facilities, ensuring compliance with infection control standards.
• Supervise, train, and schedule cleaning staff, providing guidance and performance feedback.
• Conduct regular inspections of all areas to ensure thoroughness and identify any sanitation deficiencies.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, ensuring availability and proper usage.
• Maintain accurate records of cleaning schedules, inspections, and any incidents related to sanitation.

Requirements

• Previous experience in healthcare cleaning or a similar role requiring adherence to strict hygiene protocols.
• Knowledge of infection control principles and best practices in healthcare settings.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively both on-site and manage certain tasks remotely.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with staff and facility management.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Comprehensive health benefits and paid leave.
• Opportunities for specialized training in healthcare sanitation.
• A crucial role contributing to patient safety and facility excellence.