Hybrid Industrial Cleaning Supervisor – George Facility

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, is seeking an experienced Industrial Cleaning Supervisor to oversee sanitation operations. You will lead a cleaning team, schedule tasks, and ensure hygiene and safety standards are met across an industrial facility.

This hybrid role combines on-site leadership with some administrative duties that can be handled remotely. You will manage supplies, train staff, conduct inspections, and liaise with other department managers to keep operations running smoothly

Qualifications

• Proven experience supervising cleaning staff in industrial or facilities settings.
• Strong knowledge of industrial cleaning techniques, chemicals, and equipment.
• Ability to lead teams, manage schedules and drive performance.
• Familiarity with health, safety and environmental regulations related to cleaning operations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage a team of cleaning staff, providing direction, training, and performance evaluations.
• Develop and implement effective cleaning schedules and procedures for all industrial areas, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Conduct regular inspections of work areas to ensure cleaning standards are met and identify any hygiene-related issues.
• Ensure all cleaning activities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Manage cleaning supplies, equipment, and inventory, ensuring adequate stock levels and proper maintenance of machinery.
• Train new cleaning staff on company policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
• Address and resolve any cleaning-related complaints or issues promptly and effectively.
• Liaise with other department managers to coordinate cleaning efforts and address specific needs.
• Maintain detailed records of cleaning activities, staff performance, and supply usage.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Industrial cleaning

Leadership

Health & safety

Scheduling

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Our client, a prominent industrial facility in George, Western Cape, is seeking an experienced and dedicated Industrial Cleaning Supervisor to oversee their sanitation operations. This role is crucial for maintaining a safe, clean, and compliant working environment. You will lead a team of cleaning staff, ensuring that all areas are maintained to the highest standards of hygiene and safety. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing resources, scheduling, training, and ensuring adherence to strict cleaning protocols. This hybrid position requires a strong presence on-site to effectively supervise the team and operations, with some administrative tasks potentially manageable remotely. You will play a key role in upholding the company’s commitment to operational excellence and regulatory compliance within their George facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage a team of cleaning staff, providing direction, training, and performance evaluations.
• Develop and implement effective cleaning schedules and procedures for all industrial areas, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Conduct regular inspections of work areas to ensure cleaning standards are met and identify any hygiene-related issues.
• Ensure all cleaning activities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Manage cleaning supplies, equipment, and inventory, ensuring adequate stock levels and proper maintenance of machinery.
• Train new cleaning staff on company policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
• Address and resolve any cleaning-related complaints or issues promptly and effectively.
• Liaise with other department managers to coordinate cleaning efforts and address specific needs.
• Maintain detailed records of cleaning activities, staff performance, and supply usage.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within the cleaning or facilities management industry, preferably in an industrial setting.
• Strong understanding of industrial cleaning techniques, chemicals, and equipment.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations relevant to cleaning operations.
• Ability to develop and manage effective work schedules and task assignments.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• Basic computer literacy for record-keeping and reporting.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, balancing on-site supervision with remote administrative tasks.
• A commitment to maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and safety.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to lead a dedicated team in a vital operational role.
• Exposure to diverse industrial cleaning challenges.
• Supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
• Contribution to the operational success and safety of a key industrial site in George.
• Potential for flexible working arrangements as part of the hybrid model.