Infection-Control Cleaning Manager - Hybrid Role

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Healthcare Cleaning Services Manager in Pietermaritzburg to lead on-site and remote administration of the healthcare cleaning program. You will supervise staff, implement infection control protocols, and oversee quality assurance across facilities.

The role demands knowledge of healthcare standards, regulatory compliance, and budget management. A hybrid work model combines on-site leadership with remote coordination for optimal outcomes.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in managing cleaning services within a healthcare environment.
• Knowledge of healthcare cleaning standards and infection control principles.
• Experience supervising and training cleaning staff.
• Ability to manage budgets and liaise with hospital administration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily cleaning and sanitation operations within healthcare facilities.
• Develop and monitor infection control and cleaning protocols per standards and regulations.
• Supervise, train and evaluate cleaning staff.
• Conduct inspections of patient rooms, operating theaters and common areas for cleanliness.
• Manage inventory and procurement of cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Coordinate cleaning activities with hospital administration and nursing staff.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations in healthcare settings.
• Develop and manage the departmental budget for cleaning operations.
• Implement waste disposal procedures including biohazardous waste.
• Maintain records of schedules, inspections, training, and supply usage.

Skills

Staff supervision

Infection control

Budget management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Healthcare administration degree or related certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Cleaning management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Healthcare Cleaning Services Manager in Pietermaritzburg to lead on-site and remote administration of the healthcare cleaning program. You will supervise staff, implement infection control protocols, and oversee quality assurance across facilities.

The role demands knowledge of healthcare standards, regulatory compliance, and budget management. A hybrid work model combines on-site leadership with remote coordination for optimal outcomes.