Public Sanitation & Environmental Health Lead

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Public sector experience

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Environmental Sanitation Officer to oversee public space cleanliness in Bloemfontein. You will develop sanitation strategies, supervise cleaning crews, conduct inspections, and ensure compliance with environmental health regulations.

This role supports residents and visitors across parks and streetscapes in the Free State. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health or related field and at least four years in public sanitation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health, Public Health, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in public sanitation or environmental management.
• Experience in supervising field operations and teams.
• Strong knowledge of environmental health regulations and waste management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sanitation programs for public spaces in Bloemfontein.
• Supervise cleaning crews and oversee waste collection and maintenance.
• Conduct inspections of parks, restrooms, and public areas to ensure cleanliness.
• Monitor compliance with local by-laws and environmental health regulations.
• Maintain records of inspections and resource use; report findings and improvements.
• Engage with communities and stakeholders to promote sanitation best practices.

Skills

Public Health

Team Leadership

Inspections

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Environmental Sanitation Officer to oversee public space cleanliness in Bloemfontein. You will develop sanitation strategies, supervise cleaning crews, conduct inspections, and ensure compliance with environmental health regulations.

This role supports residents and visitors across parks and streetscapes in the Free State. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health or related field and at least four years in public sanitation.