Industrial Cleaning Technician: Deep Cleaning & Decontamination

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 167,000 - 279,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Career advancement

Overtime pay

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Site Deep Cleaning Technician for Upington, Northern Cape. This role requires performing deep cleaning, degreasing, and decontamination across industrial sites, with emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance.

You will operate heavy-duty cleaning equipment and manage hazardous materials handling in manufacturing, mining, and power facilities. The ideal candidate has at least 4 years of relevant experience, knowledge of chemical properties used in cleaning,

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience as an Industrial Cleaning Technician or in a similar role.
• Proven experience with deep cleaning, high-pressure washing, and industrial degreasing.
• Strong understanding of chemical properties and their safe application in industrial cleaning.
• Experience working with hazardous materials and waste disposal procedures.
• Certification in working at heights and confined space entry is highly advantageous.
• Knowledge of industrial safety standards and regulations (e.g., OSHA equivalents).
• Ability to operate and maintain specialized industrial cleaning machinery.
• Physically fit and able to perform demanding manual labor in various environmental conditions.
• Must be willing to travel to various industrial sites in the Upington region and work extended hours or shifts as needed.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Perform deep cleaning, degreasing, and decontamination of industrial equipment, machinery, and facility structures.
• Operate specialized industrial cleaning equipment, such as high-pressure washers, vacuum systems, and chemical application machinery.
• Handle and dispose of hazardous materials and waste in accordance with strict safety and environmental regulations.
• Conduct thorough site assessments to determine appropriate cleaning methods and required resources.
• Adhere to all site-specific safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout procedures and the use of PPE.
• Work at heights and in confined spaces where required, following all safety guidelines.
• Maintain cleaning equipment in optimal working condition and report any malfunctions or necessary repairs.
• Collaborate with site managers and other personnel to ensure minimal disruption to operations.
• Maintain detailed logs of cleaning activities, materials used, and safety compliance.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Skills

Deep cleaning

High-pressure washing

Industrial degreasing

Hazardous materials handling

Safety compliance

Working at heights

Confined space awareness

Education

Working at heights certification

Confined space entry certification

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Site Deep Cleaning Technician for Upington, Northern Cape. This role requires performing deep cleaning, degreasing, and decontamination across industrial sites, with emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance.

You will operate heavy-duty cleaning equipment and manage hazardous materials handling in manufacturing, mining, and power facilities. The ideal candidate has at least 4 years of relevant experience, knowledge of chemical properties used in cleaning,