Industrial Cleaning Technician

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 96,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

On-the-job training

Safety certifications

Regular shifts in industrial hub

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Industrial Cleaning Technician for a site in Richards Bay. You will perform specialized cleaning tasks in industrial settings, ensuring equipment and facilities meet safety and operational standards.

The role requires proficiency with cleaning equipment and chemicals, a strong safety mindset, and the ability to work in challenging environments. You will support maintenance and production teams while upholding regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial cleaning roles or similar hands-on cleaning tasks.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, solvents and equipment.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety procedures, including hazardous materials.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized industrial cleaning tasks, including degreasing, pressure washing, and waste removal.
• Operate and maintain industrial cleaning machinery and tools safely.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and company procedures during operations.
• Identify and report potential hazards or maintenance issues encountered during cleaning.
• Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in accordance with guidelines.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations staff to minimize production disruption.

Skills

Industrial cleaning chemicals

Safety procedures

Physical fitness

Reliability

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and physically capable Industrial Cleaning Technician to join their team in Richards Bay. You will be responsible for performing specialized cleaning tasks in industrial settings, ensuring equipment and facilities are maintained to strict safety and operational standards. This role requires proficiency with industrial cleaning equipment and chemicals, a strong commitment to safety procedures, and the ability to work effectively in challenging environments. You will play a vital role in maintaining the operational efficiency and safety of industrial processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform specialized industrial cleaning tasks, including equipment degreasing, pressure washing, and waste removal.


• Operate and maintain various industrial cleaning machinery and tools safely and effectively.


• Adhere strictly to all health and safety regulations and company procedures during all operations.


• Identify and report any potential hazards or maintenance issues encountered during cleaning activities.


• Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in accordance with regulatory guidelines.


• Work collaboratively with other maintenance and operational staff to ensure minimal disruption to production schedules.

Requirements

• Previous experience as an industrial cleaner or in a similar hands-on cleaning role.


• Knowledge of industrial cleaning chemicals, solvents, and equipment.


• Strong understanding of workplace safety procedures, including the handling of hazardous materials.


• Physical fitness and the ability to perform demanding tasks, including working at heights or in confined spaces when required.


• Reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage.


• Opportunity to work with specialized industrial equipment.


• Comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement fund.


• On-the-job training and safety certifications.


• Consistent work schedule in a key industrial hub.