Remote Cleaning Operations Manager

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Bonus structure

Executive benefits package

Strategic input opportunities

Leadership role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced, strategic Remote Cleaning Operations Manager to oversee nationwide cleaning services from a virtual command center. You will develop operational strategies, manage budgets, ensure quality, and lead dispersed teams to achieve high sanitation standards.

This executive remote role emphasizes strong communication, efficiency, and client satisfaction while driving company growth and operational excellence across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field.
• Extensive experience in cleaning operations management or facilities management.
• Proven track record in budget management and P&L responsibility.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience managing remote teams.
• Excellent strategic planning, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive operational plans for cleaning services across multiple locations.
• Manage budgets, forecast resource needs, and control costs effectively.
• Establish and monitor KPIs to ensure service quality and efficiency.
• Lead, motivate, and manage remote teams of supervisors and cleaning staff.
• Implement and oversee quality assurance programs for all cleaning operations.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and ensure service satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

P&L responsibility

Remote team management

Strategic planning

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Operations Management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned and strategic Remote Cleaning Operations Manager to oversee and optimize their cleaning services nationwide. In this executive remote role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing operational strategies, managing budgets, ensuring quality control, and leading dispersed teams to achieve excellence in sanitation and hygiene. You will leverage technology and strong communication skills to drive efficiency and maintain high standards across all contracted sites. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced leader passionate about creating clean, safe, and efficient environments from a virtual command center.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive operational plans for cleaning services across multiple locations.
• Manage budgets, forecast resource needs, and control costs effectively.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure service quality and efficiency.
• Lead, motivate, and manage remote teams of supervisors and cleaning staff.
• Implement and oversee quality assurance programs for all cleaning operations.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and ensure service satisfaction.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in cleaning operations management or facilities management.
• Proven track record in budget management and P&L responsibility.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience managing remote teams.
• Excellent strategic planning, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

Benefits

• Exceptional salary and bonus structure.
• Fully remote position with significant autonomy.
• Comprehensive executive benefits package.
• Opportunities for strategic input and company growth.
• A challenging and rewarding leadership role.