On-Site Sanitation Officer

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Regular working hours

Supervisory experience opportunity

Stable hygiene-focused environment

Health and safety contribution

Growth potential based on performance

Friendly team atmosphere

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct seeks an On-Site Sanitation Officer in Paarl, Western Cape to oversee daily cleaning operations and maintain hygiene across facilities.

You will supervise a small cleaning crew, ensure adherence to safety protocols, manage cleaning supplies, and report to management on progress and issues, contributing to a safe and healthy workplace for staff and visitors.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising cleaning teams in a sanitation setting.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment and sanitation best practices.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations relevant to cleaning services.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a small team.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high cleanliness standards.
• Good communication skills with staff and management.
• Physically capable of performing manual cleaning tasks.
• Reliable and punctual; willing to commute to Paarl.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the daily cleaning and sanitation activities of assigned areas.
• Ensure all cleaning staff adhere to company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Conduct regular inspections of facilities to ensure cleanliness and identify sanitation issues.
• Train cleaning staff on proper cleaning methods, use of chemicals, and equipment operation.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and ensure adequate stock levels.
• Report on cleaning progress, maintenance needs, and any staff performance issues to management.
• Respond promptly to cleaning emergencies or requests.
• Maintain a clean and organized storage area for cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Implement and enforce hygiene standards in accordance with health regulations.
• Contribute to a positive and productive work environment for the cleaning team.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Cleaning chemicals

Safety regulations

Time management

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Communication

Physical fitness

Reliability

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is actively recruiting for an On‑Site Sanitation Officer to join their team in Paarl, Western Cape . This role is essential for maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene across the company's facilities. The Sanitation Officer will be responsible for overseeing daily cleaning operations, ensuring compliance with established protocols, and supervising a team of cleaning staff. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of cleaning techniques, safety procedures, and the effective use of sanitation equipment and chemicals. This position requires excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to effectively manage and motivate a cleaning crew. You will play a key role in ensuring a safe and healthy working environment for all employees and visitors within Paarl . This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a passion for cleanliness and hygiene to contribute to a well-regarded organization and make a tangible difference in maintaining operational standards. The role demands hands‑on involvement and a commitment to excellence in sanitation.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise the daily cleaning and sanitation activities of assigned areas.
• Ensure all cleaning staff adhere to company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Conduct regular inspections of facilities to ensure cleanliness and identify any sanitation issues.
• Train cleaning staff on proper cleaning methods, use of chemicals, and equipment operation.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and ensure adequate stock levels.
• Report on cleaning progress, maintenance needs, and any staff performance issues to management.
• Respond promptly to cleaning emergencies or requests.
• Maintain a clean and organized storage area for cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Implement and enforce hygiene standards in accordance with health regulations.
• Contribute to a positive and productive work environment for the cleaning team.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a cleaning or sanitation role, with at least 1-2 years in a supervisory capacity.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and best practices in sanitation.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations relevant to cleaning services.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a small team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards of cleanliness.
• Good communication skills.
• Physically fit and able to perform manual cleaning tasks as needed.
• Must be reliable and punctual.
• Located in or able to commute to Paarl .

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage and regular working hours.
• Opportunity to gain supervisory experience in a key operational role.
• Work in a stable environment with a focus on hygiene.
• Contribution to the health and safety of the workplace.
• Potential for growth within the company based on performance.
• Friendly team atmosphere.