Healthcare Facility Sanitation Manager

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane, Limpopo, seeks an experienced Healthcare Facility Sanitation Manager to lead sanitation, infection control, and environmental hygiene across the hospital and clinics. You will design rigorous protocols, supervise a dedicated team, and ensure compliance with NABH/JCI standards to safeguard patient safety.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Health Sciences or Environmental Health with at least 7 years in hospital sanitation, strong leadership, and proficiency in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences, Environmental Health or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of sanitation management experience in hospitals or healthcare settings.
• Extensive knowledge of infection control principles and healthcare environmental standards.
• Experience managing environmental services teams in a hospital setting.
• Strong understanding of healthcare regulations and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage sanitation and infection control programs for the facility.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate environmental services staff.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure hygiene standards and regulatory compliance (NABH, JCI).
• Manage procurement, storage, and use of cleaning agents and equipment.
• Collaborate with infection control, medical staff, and administration to mitigate health risks.
• Oversee waste management and safe disposal of medical and hazardous waste.
• Maintain records, reports, and budgets for the sanitation department.
• Stay updated on advancements in healthcare sanitation and infection prevention.

Skills

Leadership

Infection control

Communication

Organizational skills

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences or Environmental Health

Master’s degree (advantage)

Tools

Healthcare management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading healthcare provider in Polokwane, Limpopo , is seeking an experienced and dedicated Healthcare Facility Sanitation Manager. This senior role is critical for maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, infection control, and environmental hygiene within the hospital and associated clinics. The successful candidate will lead a specialized team, develop and implement rigorous sanitation protocols, and ensure strict compliance with all healthcare regulations. This position requires a deep understanding of infection prevention strategies and a commitment to patient safety and well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive sanitation and infection control programs for the healthcare facility.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate the performance of the environmental services and sanitation staff.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure adherence to hygiene standards, sterilization procedures, and regulatory requirements (e.g., NABH, JCI).
• Manage the procurement, storage, and safe use of cleaning agents, disinfectants, and sanitation equipment.
• Collaborate closely with the infection control team, medical staff, and administration to identify and mitigate health risks.
• Oversee waste management protocols, including the safe disposal of medical and hazardous waste.
• Develop and maintain detailed records, reports, and budgets for the sanitation department.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in healthcare sanitation, infection prevention, and related technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Health Sciences, Environmental Health, or a related field; a Master's degree is an advantage.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in sanitation management within a hospital or healthcare setting.
• Extensive knowledge of infection control principles, sterilization techniques, and healthcare environmental standards.
• Proven experience in managing cleaning and environmental services teams.
• Strong understanding of healthcare regulations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in healthcare management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to handle high-pressure situations and make critical decisions.

Benefits

Our client offers an attractive salary package, comprehensive medical and dental insurance, a generous retirement plan, and ample paid time off. This is a key leadership role in Polokwane , offering significant career growth and the opportunity to make a profound impact on community health. We are committed to fostering a professional and supportive work environment.

• attractive salary package
• comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• generous retirement plan
• ample paid time off