Managing Director - Hygiene & Pest Control

Tsebo Solution; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hygiene and pest control service provider is seeking a seasoned Managing Director to oversee strategic leadership, operational excellence, and financial management. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, 8+ years in senior management, and expertise in client relationship management and operational execution. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead and innovate in a growing sector.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in senior management roles.
• Proven success in strategic planning and operational execution.
• Strong background in facilities, healthcare, hospitality, or hygiene services.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute divisional strategy aligned with group goals.
• Ensure high-quality service delivery across all sites.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and profitability.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Financial oversight

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or related fields

Tools

Automated inventory systems

Job description

Job title : Managing Director - Hygiene & Pest Control

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline : September 15, 2025

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership : Develop and execute divisional strategy aligned with group goals. Identify new markets, services, and innovation opportunities.
• Operational Excellence : Ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery across all sites. Lead workforce planning, training, and performance management.
• Financial Management : Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and profitability. Drive margin improvement and ensure accurate billing and revenue tracking.
• Supply Chain & Inventory : Manage procurement, supplier relationships, and automated inventory systems. Optimize stock levels and reduce wastage.
• Regulatory Compliance : Ensure full compliance with environmental, health, and pest control regulations. Maintain certifications and lead audit processes.
• Client & Stakeholder Engagement : Build strong relationships with key clients. Ensure high customer satisfaction and contract retention. Represent the division in executive meetings and industry forums.
• Innovation & Sustainability : Champion sustainable practices and explore new technologies to enhance service delivery and environmental impact.
• Team Leadership : Inspire and empower a team of senior managers across operations, sales, finance, and quality. Foster a culture of accountability, growth, and excellence.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree with additional postgraduate qualification in Business, Finance, Engineering, or related fields.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills.
• A seasoned leader with8+ years’ experiencein senior management.
• Proven success instrategic planning, financial oversight, and operational execution.
• Experience managinglarge, distributed teamsand multi-site service delivery.
• Strong background infacilities, healthcare, hospitality, or hygiene services.
• Expertise inautomated inventory systems, supply chain optimization, and client relationship management.
• Administrative / Management jobs