Industrial Cleaner

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Protective equipment

Safety training

Facilities access

Safe working atmosphere

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking an Industrial Cleaner to maintain cleanliness and safety of facilities in Tembisa. The role is hands-on, requiring strict adherence to cleaning schedules and safety protocols to ensure a hygienic and compliant workspace.

You will operate cleaning equipment, manage waste, and work with production teams to minimize disruption while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Qualifications

• Previous industrial cleaning or janitorial experience is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with industrial cleaning equipment and techniques.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations in an industrial environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including shifts or weekends.
• Good physical condition for demanding tasks.
• Strong sense of responsibility and commitment to safe workspace.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough cleaning of industrial equipment, machinery, and production floors.
• Manage and dispose of industrial waste and hazardous materials per safety guidelines.
• Perform degreasing, power washing, and sanitizing in designated areas.
• Maintain logs of cleaning activities, chemical usage, and maintenance observations.
• Adhere to health, safety, and environmental regulations relevant to industrial cleaning.
• Collaborate with operations teams to schedule cleaning with minimal production impact.

Skills

Industrial cleaning

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Flexible scheduling

Physical stamina

Job description

About the Role

Our client requires a diligent Industrial Cleaner to maintain the operational cleanliness and safety of their facilities in Tembisa . This role is crucial for ensuring a hygienic and compliant working environment, particularly within manufacturing or operational spaces. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing and adhering to strict cleaning schedules and safety protocols, contributing to the overall efficiency and integrity of the client's site. This is a hands‑on position demanding a strong work ethic and a keen eye for detail in a practical setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough cleaning of industrial equipment, machinery, and production floors.
• Manage and dispose of industrial waste, hazardous materials, and general refuse in accordance with safety guidelines.
• Perform specialized cleaning tasks such as degreasing, power washing, and sanitizing specific operational areas.
• Maintain detailed logs of cleaning activities, chemical usage, and any observed maintenance issues.
• Adhere strictly to all health, safety, and environmental regulations relevant to industrial cleaning.
• Collaborate with operations teams to schedule cleaning activities with minimal impact on production schedules.

Requirements

• Previous experience in an industrial cleaning or janitorial role is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with industrial cleaning equipment and techniques.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations within an industrial environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours, potentially including shifts or weekends, as needed.
• Good physical condition, capable of handling physically demanding tasks.
• Strong sense of responsibility and a commitment to maintaining a safe workspace.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Provision of protective equipment and cleaning supplies.
• Regular training on safety protocols and new cleaning technologies.
• Access to company‑provided facilities and amenities.
• A commitment to employee well‑being and a safe working atmosphere.