Industrial Cleaning Supervisor - Hybrid, Safety Leader

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health and safety training

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Industrial Cleaning Supervisor for Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. The role combines on-site supervision with strategic planning to maintain safety, efficiency, and cleanliness across heavy industrial environments.

You will lead a team, manage specialized equipment, and enforce safety protocols, coordinating with plant managers to sustain peak operational performance. Hybrid work includes on-site presence and administrative planning.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in industrial cleaning or related field.
• At least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of cleaning techniques and hazardous materials handling.
• Excellent understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Proven leadership and ability to coordinate teams.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of the cleaning team, ensuring safety and high standards.
• Develop and implement cleaning schedules for industrial sites.
• Conduct site inspections to identify hazards and ensure safety compliance.
• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment such as high-pressure washers and vacuums.
• Ensure safe use of chemicals and SDS compliance; manage inventory.
• Provide training and conduct performance reviews for the team.
• Coordinate with plant managers and stakeholders for scheduling.
• Maintain logs and reports on activities and safety incidents.

Skills

Leadership

HSE compliance

Team management

Problem solving

Reporting

Tools

High-pressure washers

Vacuum systems

Chemical application systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Industrial Cleaning Supervisor for Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. The role combines on-site supervision with strategic planning to maintain safety, efficiency, and cleanliness across heavy industrial environments.

You will lead a team, manage specialized equipment, and enforce safety protocols, coordinating with plant managers to sustain peak operational performance. Hybrid work includes on-site presence and administrative planning.