Multi-Site Cleaning Operations Manager

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel allowance

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking an experienced Area Cleaning Manager to oversee cleaning operations across multiple sites in the Mossel Bay region. This senior role requires strong leadership, operational expertise, and a strategic approach to managing cleaning teams and resources.

You will ensure high hygiene and safety standards, maintain excellent client relationships, manage budgets, and render regular performance reports to senior management.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a managerial role overseeing cleaning/facilities operations.
• Experience across multiple sites and client-facing responsibilities.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of health, safety and infection control standards.
• Proficiency with management software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cleaning operations across Mossel Bay sites.
• Lead, train, and mentor site supervisors and staff.
• Develop cleaning strategies, schedules, and quality control measures.
• Conduct site audits to ensure health, safety and environmental compliance.
• Manage budgets, costs, and resource allocation.
• Prepare and present performance reports to senior management.

Skills

Leadership

Client relations

Budgeting & cost control

Health and safety

Strategic thinking

Coaching & mentoring

Education

Facilities management degree/diploma

Tools

Facility management software

MS Office

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking an experienced Area Cleaning Manager to oversee cleaning operations across multiple sites in the Mossel Bay region. This senior role requires strong leadership, operational expertise, and a strategic approach to managing cleaning teams and resources.

You will ensure high hygiene and safety standards, maintain excellent client relationships, manage budgets, and render regular performance reports to senior management.