Hygiene & Sanitation Team Lead — Lead & Elevate Cleanliness

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid contributions

Retirement fund

On-the-job training

Full-time contract

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng is seeking an energetic Hygiene and Sanitation Team Leader to supervise a cleaning team across facilities. The role focuses on maintaining impeccable hygiene standards, safety compliance, and efficient task execution in a fast-paced environment.

You will guide operatives, manage supplies and equipment, and report on performance to the supervisor. The position offers full-time employment with competitive hourly pay and on-the-job training.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning or sanitation with team lead or supervisory experience.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly with team and management.
• Awareness of health and safety regulations for cleaning services.
• Physical fitness to perform cleaning duties.
• Based in or able to commute to Soweto, Gauteng.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of hygiene and sanitation operatives daily.
• Delegate tasks and ensure timely completion of cleaning schedules.
• Conduct on-the-spot checks for quality and hygiene standards.
• Provide guidance and training on cleaning techniques and safety procedures.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies, equipment, and chemicals.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental policies.
• Report team performance and supply needs to the supervisor.
• Maintain a positive and motivating work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Health & safety

Team motivation

Resilience

Adaptability

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng is seeking an energetic Hygiene and Sanitation Team Leader to supervise a cleaning team across facilities. The role focuses on maintaining impeccable hygiene standards, safety compliance, and efficient task execution in a fast-paced environment.

You will guide operatives, manage supplies and equipment, and report on performance to the supervisor. The position offers full-time employment with competitive hourly pay and on-the-job training.