Remote Environmental Services Specialist

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 540,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Competitive salary

Autonomy and flexibility

Professional development

Impact on health and safety

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Environmental Services Specialist to guide and manage environmental hygiene, sanitation protocols, and infection control from a remote position. You will develop guidelines, conduct virtual training, perform remote assessments, and stay up-to-date with regulatory changes to ensure safe facilities.

The role requires a strong background in environmental health, excellent communication, and a proven track record of implementing and monitoring hygiene programs across

Qualifications

• Bachelor''s degree in Environmental Health, Public Health, Microbiology, or a related field.
• Significant experience in environmental services, sanitation management, or infection control.
• Deep understanding of cleaning protocols, disinfection techniques, and waste management.
• Proficiency in using remote communication and monitoring tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive environmental hygiene and sanitation policies and procedures.
• Conduct virtual site assessments and audits to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Provide expert guidance and training to on-site teams on infection control and sanitation best practices.
• Monitor environmental service performance, analyze data, and recommend improvements.
• Stay current with relevant legislation, industry standards, and emerging public health concerns.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address environmental health risks and opportunities.

Skills

Environmental health knowledge

Remote communication

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health/Public Health/Microbiology

Tools

Remote monitoring tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a knowledgeable Remote Environmental Services Specialist to guide and manage their environmental hygiene and sanitation protocols. Operating remotely, you will be responsible for ensuring that all facilities meet stringent cleanliness, safety, and infection control standards. This includes developing guidelines, conducting virtual training, performing remote assessments, and staying abreast of regulatory changes. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of environmental health and safety principles, excellent communication abilities, and a proven track record in implementing and monitoring hygiene programs, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for all stakeholders through remote oversight and expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive environmental hygiene and sanitation policies and procedures.
• Conduct virtual site assessments and audits to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Provide expert guidance and training to on-site teams on infection control and sanitation best practices.
• Monitor environmental service performance, analyze data, and recommend improvements.
• Stay current with relevant legislation, industry standards, and emerging public health concerns.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address environmental health risks and opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health, Public Health, Microbiology, or a related field.
• Significant experience in environmental services, sanitation management, or infection control.
• Deep understanding of cleaning protocols, disinfection techniques, and waste management.
• Proficiency in using remote communication and monitoring tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary offered for a remote specialist position.
• Significant autonomy and flexibility in a remote work setting.
• Opportunity to shape and enhance environmental health standards across multiple locations.
• Access to continuous learning and professional development resources.
• A vital role contributing to the health and safety infrastructure of the organization.