Janitorial Services Manager

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and wellness benefits

Career growth opportunities

Paid vacation and holidays

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban seeks a dynamic Janitorial Services Manager to oversee cleaning operations, blending on-site supervision with administrative duties. You will manage a team, coordinate schedules, control budgets for supplies, and liaise with other departments to address cleaning needs.

The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with knowledge of janitorial best practices and a commitment to safe, welcoming environments. This hybrid role offers field and office engagement in Durban.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a management or supervisory role within janitorial or cleaning services.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques, sanitation standards and safe use of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Experience with budget management and inventory control.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills with ability to motivate a team.
• Comfortable with on-site supervision and administrative tasks in a hybrid work setup.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily janitorial staff and ensure efficient workflow.
• Develop and implement cleaning schedules and protocols for facilities.
• Procure and manage inventory of supplies, equipment and chemicals.
• Conduct on-site inspections to monitor quality and identify improvements.
• Train new employees on procedures, safety and policies.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Inventory control

Scheduling

Team motivation

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic Janitorial Services Manager to oversee cleaning operations in Durban . This role involves a blend of on-site supervision and administrative duties, ensuring that all facilities are maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene. You will manage a team of cleaning staff, coordinate schedules, manage budgets for supplies, and liaise with other departments to address cleaning needs. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with a strong understanding of janitorial best practices and a commitment to creating a safe and welcoming environment. This hybrid role offers the flexibility to manage operations both in the field and from a central office.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the daily activities of the janitorial staff, ensuring efficient workflow and task completion.
• Develop and implement cleaning schedules and protocols for various areas within the facilities.
• Manage the procurement and inventory of cleaning supplies, equipment, and chemicals.
• Conduct regular on-site inspections to monitor quality of work and identify areas for improvement.
• Train new employees on cleaning procedures, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Address any cleaning-related issues or concerns from staff or visitors promptly.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a management or supervisory role within janitorial or cleaning services.
• Thorough knowledge of cleaning techniques, sanitation standards , and the safe use of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Experience with budget management and inventory control.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills , with the ability to motivate a team.
• Comfortable with both on-site supervision and administrative tasks, demonstrating a hybrid work approach.

Benefits

• Competitive monthly salary with performance-based incentives.
• Health and wellness benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and advanced training.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• A dynamic work environment with opportunities for both field and office engagement.