Janitorial Services Team Supervisor

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Part-time flexible schedule

Opportunity to lead and develop a team

Work within East London hospitality/</

Contribution to local businesses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Janitorial Services Team Supervisor for East London, Eastern Cape. The role oversees on-site cleaning teams, ensuring impeccable standards, safety, and timely service across client sites.

You will train staff, conduct quality checks, and manage schedules and inventory, with opportunities for remote management of planning and reporting. The position supports evenings and weekend shifts in a dynamic retail/hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a supervisory role within the janitorial or cleaning services industry.
• Understanding of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and best practices.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage schedules and basic inventory remotely.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and possess a strong work ethic.
• Willingness to travel to client locations around East London.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings and weekends.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and motivate janitorial teams to ensure high-quality cleaning services.
• Conduct regular inspections of client sites to monitor cleanliness, safety, and adherence to standards.
• Manage team schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts and locations.
• Oversee the proper use and maintenance of cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Address client concerns and feedback promptly and professionally.
• Implement company policies and procedures related to cleaning, safety, and employee conduct.
• Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and report needs for reordering.
• Assist with hands-on cleaning tasks when necessary to ensure service delivery.
• Promote a positive and productive work environment for the cleaning team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About the Role Our client, a provider of specialized cleaning services for retail and hospitality venues in East London, Eastern Cape, ZA , is looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Janitorial Services Team Supervisor. This position plays a key role in ensuring that client establishments maintain impeccable cleanliness and presentation standards, contributing directly to customer experience and brand reputation. While the role involves on-site supervision of cleaning teams during operational hours, there are opportunities for remote management of scheduling, inventory checks, and reporting. The ideal candidate has prior experience leading cleaning crews, understands the nuances of cleaning in fast-paced environments, and possesses strong organizational and communication skills. You will be responsible for training new team members, conducting quality checks, and ensuring efficient team performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and motivate janitorial teams to ensure high-quality cleaning services.
• Conduct regular inspections of client sites to monitor cleanliness, safety, and adherence to standards.
• Manage team schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts and locations.
• Oversee the proper use and maintenance of cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Address client concerns and feedback promptly and professionally.
• Implement company policies and procedures related to cleaning, safety, and employee conduct.
• Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and report needs for reordering.
• Assist with hands-on cleaning tasks when necessary to ensure service delivery.
• Promote a positive and productive work environment for the cleaning team.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a supervisory role within the janitorial or cleaning services industry.
• Understanding of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and best practices.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage schedules and basic inventory remotely.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and possess a strong work ethic.
• Willingness to travel to various client locations in and around East London .
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings and weekends, as required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage and potential for performance bonuses.
• Part-time flexible schedule available.
• Opportunity to lead and develop a cleaning team.
• Work within the vibrant hospitality and retail sectors of East London .
• Contribution to maintaining the appearance and success of local businesses.