Industrial Cleaning & Sanitation Manager

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual salary of R .

Performance-based bonus structure.

Comprehensive medical aid and退休 fund.

Opportunities for professional develop

Generous annual leave entitlement.

A challenging and rewarding rolewithin

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Cleaning & Sanitation Manager in Polokwane, Limpopo to lead sanitation operations across a large facility. The role requires strong expertise in industrial cleaning, chemical handling, and equipment maintenance, with a focus on safety, product integrity, and continuous improvement.

You will oversee a dedicated cleaning team, drive sanitation programs, ensure regulatory compliance, manage budgets, and collaborate with production and safety teams to sustain

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial cleaning, sanitation, or facilities management, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Proven experience in managing cleaning operations in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• In-depth knowledge of industrial cleaning chemicals, equipment, and techniques.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations relevant to industrial operations.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement sanitation policies and procedures.
• Experience with budgeting and inventory management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional shifts outside standard business hours.
• A strong commitment to safety and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive industrial cleaning and sanitation programs.
• Supervise and lead a team of industrial cleaners, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality results.
• Conduct regular site inspections to identify and address potential hazards and hygiene deficiencies.
• Ensure strict compliance with all relevant health, safety, environmental, and food safety regulations (e.g., HACCP, GMP if applicable).
• Manage the procurement, inventory, and safe storage of cleaning chemicals, supplies, and equipment.
• Oversee the maintenance and calibration of all cleaning machinery and equipment.
• Develop and deliver training programs for staff on safe chemical handling, equipment operation, and sanitation procedures.
• Investigate and report on sanitation-related incidents, implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Collaborate with production and quality assurance teams to support product integrity and prevent contamination.
• Manage the departmental budget effectively, controlling costs while maintaining high standards.

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major player in the manufacturing sector, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Industrial Cleaning & Sanitation Manager to oversee all cleaning and hygiene operations at their extensive facility in Polokwane, Limpopo . This critical role ensures the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and compliance within a demanding industrial environment. You will be responsible for developing and implementing robust sanitation programs, managing a dedicated team of cleaning professionals, controlling budgets, and ensuring adherence to strict health, safety, and environmental regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in industrial sanitation, chemical handling, equipment maintenance, and team leadership. Your expertise will be crucial in maintaining operational efficiency and preventing contamination, thereby safeguarding product quality and employee well-being. We are looking for a strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving skills and a commitment to continuous improvement. This position offers a significant opportunity to shape and enhance sanitation practices within a leading industrial organization. You will work closely with production, maintenance, and safety departments to achieve integrated operational excellence. Your leadership will be key to maintaining our client's reputation for high operational standards and product integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive industrial cleaning and sanitation programs.
• Supervise and lead a team of industrial cleaners, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality results.
• Conduct regular site inspections to identify and address potential hazards and hygiene deficiencies.
• Ensure strict compliance with all relevant health, safety, environmental, and food safety regulations (e.g., HACCP, GMP if applicable).
• Manage the procurement, inventory, and safe storage of cleaning chemicals, supplies, and equipment.
• Oversee the maintenance and calibration of all cleaning machinery and equipment.
• Develop and deliver training programs for staff on safe chemical handling, equipment operation, and sanitation procedures.
• Investigate and report on sanitation-related incidents, implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Collaborate with production and quality assurance teams to support product integrity and prevent contamination.
• Manage the departmental budget effectively, controlling costs while maintaining high standards.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial cleaning, sanitation, or facilities management, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Proven experience in managing cleaning operations in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• In-depth knowledge of industrial cleaning chemicals, equipment, and techniques.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations relevant to industrial operations.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement sanitation policies and procedures.
• Experience with budgeting and inventory management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional shifts outside standard business hours.
• A strong commitment to safety and operational excellence.

Benefits

• Annual salary of R .
• Performance-based bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for professional development and further certifications.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• A challenging and rewarding role within a leading industrial company.
• Access to modern facilities and equipment.