Infection Control & Healthcare Sanitation Lead

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks an experienced Healthcare Sanitation Supervisor to manage sanitation and infection control in a Klerksdorp healthcare facility. You will lead a team of sanitation professionals, implement protocols and ensure a safe, clean environment for patients and staff.

The role requires proven healthcare sanitation experience, infection control knowledge, team leadership, and familiarity with healthcare cleaning chemicals.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in healthcare sanitation or environmental services management.
• Strong understanding of infection control principles in a clinical setting.
• Experience supervising a team.
• Knowledge of healthcare cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• CIC certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations of the sanitation department within the healthcare facility.
• Develop, implement, and monitor infection control and sanitation policies and procedures.
• Train and manage sanitation staff, ensuring adherence to protocols and safety standards.
• Conduct regular audits of cleaning procedures and environmental cleanliness.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies, disinfectants, and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant healthcare regulations and accreditation standards.

Skills

Healthcare sanitation management

Infection control principles

Team supervision

Organizational skills

Education

Certification in Infection Control (CIC)

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa seeks an experienced Healthcare Sanitation Supervisor to manage sanitation and infection control in a Klerksdorp healthcare facility. You will lead a team of sanitation professionals, implement protocols and ensure a safe, clean environment for patients and staff.

The role requires proven healthcare sanitation experience, infection control knowledge, team leadership, and familiarity with healthcare cleaning chemicals.