Remote Sanitation Operations Leader

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a highly experienced Remote Sanitation Operations Manager to oversee sanitation strategy, program development, and operational execution across multiple sites from anywhere. You will lead remote teams, drive KPI-based performance, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations on a broad scale.

The role requires a Master’s degree and 8+ years in operations management with at least 5 years in sanitation or facility hygiene.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required with 8+ years in operations management; at least 5 years in sanitation/facility hygiene.
• Proven experience managing large-scale sanitation programs and remote teams.
• Deep knowledge of sanitation principles, best practices, and regulatory frameworks (local and international).
• Demonstrated success in strategic planning, process optimization, and cost management.
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills with remote teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.
• Proficiency with advanced project/operational management software.
• Experience with change management and implementing new operational strategies.
• Ability to excel in a fully remote work environment with strong self-discipline.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sanitation plans to meet goals and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee remote teams of sanitation staff and supervisors, ensuring performance and standards.
• Establish KPIs for sanitation operations and monitor performance against targets.
• Manage sanitation budgets, including allocation, costs, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations across locations.
• Drive continuous improvement to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Select, implement, and manage sanitation technologies, equipment and supplies.
• Develop and deliver sanitization training programs for staff on best practices and safety.
• Conduct virtual audits and risk assessments to identify sanitation hazards.
• Serve as primary contact for sanitation matters with senior management and external stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Regulatory compliance

Data-driven decision making

Remote team management

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Environmental Health, or related field

Job description

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a highly experienced Remote Sanitation Operations Manager to oversee sanitation strategy, program development, and operational execution across multiple sites from anywhere. You will lead remote teams, drive KPI-based performance, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations on a broad scale.

The role requires a Master’s degree and 8+ years in operations management with at least 5 years in sanitation or facility hygiene.