On-Site Hygiene & Sanitation Specialist

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Health and safety training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Hygiene & Sanitation Specialist to oversee sanitation programs across Pietermaritzburg facilities. The role blends on-site assessments with strategic planning to uphold top hygiene standards and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in hygiene or sanitation management, strong risk assessment skills, and a proven ability to develop policies. Travel to multiple sites within the region is required, with opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in industrial hygiene, sanitation management, or related field.
• Knowledge of South African health and safety regulations and sanitation/public health legislation.
• Experience developing and implementing sanitation policies and procedures.
• Strong analytical and risk assessment capabilities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and training skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel within Pietermaritzburg area.
• Certification in occupational health and safety or sanitation management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage sanitation and hygiene protocols for client facilities in and around Pietermaritzburg.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to assess compliance and identify improvements.
• Deliver training on cleaning techniques, sanitation procedures, and safe chemical use.
• Investigate sanitation incidents and non-compliance, recommending corrective actions.
• Maintain records of sanitation activities, inspections, and incident reports.
• Stay updated on industry best practices, cleaning technologies, and regulations.
• Collaborate with site managers to integrate sanitation into daily operations.
• Manage inventory and procurement of cleaning supplies, PPE, and equipment.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Training skills

Problem-solving

Education

OSH/ sanitation management certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Hygiene & Sanitation Specialist to oversee sanitation programs across Pietermaritzburg facilities. The role blends on-site assessments with strategic planning to uphold top hygiene standards and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in hygiene or sanitation management, strong risk assessment skills, and a proven ability to develop policies. Travel to multiple sites within the region is required, with opportunities for professional