Hygiene Lead & Sanitation Program Manager

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

Job summary

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg is seeking a Senior Hygiene Technician to lead hygiene operations across facilities, ensuring top sanitation standards and a safe environment for staff and visitors.

The role involves developing sanitation programs, training a team, conducting inspections, managing supplies and PPE, and addressing any hygiene-related non-conformances while maintaining detailed records.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Hygiene Technician or similar sanitation role.
• Demonstrated leadership experience supervising a team.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and hygiene best practices.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations for industrial/commercial environments.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee sanitation programs tailored to facility needs.
• Lead and train a team of hygiene staff, ensuring efficient task delegation and performance monitoring.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies, equipment, and PPE, ensuring cost-effectiveness.
• Investigate and address hygiene-related complaints or non-compliance issues promptly.
• Maintain detailed records of cleaning schedules, inspections, and incident reports.

Skills

Leadership

Sanitation expertise

Hygiene management

Safety compliance

Hands-on capacity

Job description

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg is seeking a Senior Hygiene Technician to lead hygiene operations across facilities, ensuring top sanitation standards and a safe environment for staff and visitors.

The role involves developing sanitation programs, training a team, conducting inspections, managing supplies and PPE, and addressing any hygiene-related non-conformances while maintaining detailed records.