Institutional Cleaning Manager

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Autonomy in operations

Career growth

Impactful role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Institutional Cleaning Manager to lead cleaning and hygiene operations for educational or healthcare facilities in East London. You will develop and implement cleaning strategies, manage staff, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards while controlling budgets and ensuring quality.

The role offers significant autonomy, opportunities for professional growth, and is crucial to the health of a large community in the Eastern Cape region.

Qualifications

• Significant management experience in institutional cleaning (e.g., hospitals, schools, large facilities).
• Extensive knowledge of cleaning methodologies, disinfectants, and specialized equipment.
• Proven ability to manage teams, budgets, and operational logistics effectively.
• Strong understanding of infection control principles and health & safety regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Certification in facilities management or related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily cleaning operations within the institution, ensuring adherence to schedules and quality standards.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate the performance of cleaning staff.
• Develop and implement effective cleaning protocols, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Manage cleaning supply inventory, equipment maintenance, and budget allocation.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with institutional management and stakeholders to address concerns and implement improvements.

Skills

People management

Budget management

Infection control

Health & safety

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Facilities management certification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Institutional Cleaning Manager to lead the cleaning and hygiene operations for educational or healthcare facilities in East London . This leadership position is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive cleaning strategies, managing a team of cleaning staff, ensuring compliance with stringent hygiene standards, and controlling budgets. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing cleaning services in large-scale institutional environments, emphasizing efficiency, safety, and quality. This role is vital for maintaining a healthy and conducive environment for students, patients, or residents in the Eastern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily cleaning operations within the institution, ensuring adherence to schedules and quality standards.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate the performance of cleaning staff.
• Develop and implement effective cleaning protocols, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Manage cleaning supply inventory, equipment maintenance, and budget allocation.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with institutional management and stakeholders to address concerns and implement improvements.

Requirements

• Significant management experience in institutional cleaning (e.g., hospitals, schools, large facilities).
• Extensive knowledge of cleaning methodologies, disinfectants, and specialized equipment.
• Proven ability to manage teams, budgets, and operational logistics effectively.
• Strong understanding of infection control principles and health & safety regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Certification in facilities management or related field is a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and other employee benefits.
• Significant autonomy and responsibility in managing operations.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A crucial role impacting the health and safety of a large community.