Remote Senior Sanitation Operations Manager

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health benefits

Professional development

Fully remote position

Generous annual leave

Online training programs

Impactful work

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a Senior Sanitation Operations Manager to lead and optimize its remote sanitation services division in a remote-first setting. This role focuses on strategic direction, compliance, and team performance across distributed facilities.

You will manage remote teams, monitor KPIs, and drive improvements in sanitation quality, safety, and cost-effectiveness while staying current with industry trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health, Public Health, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in sanitation management with leadership experience.
• Experience leading remote or distributed teams.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques, chemical safety, waste management, infection control.
• Familiarity with OSHA/local health regulations.
• Excellent communication and leadership for remote teams.
• Analytical, data-driven decision making.
• Proficiency with remote collaboration tools.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sanitation strategies and protocols.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of remote sanitation teams.
• Monitor KPIs related to sanitation quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct remote assessments and audits for safety and hygiene compliance.
• Manage and mentor a dispersed team of supervisors and staff.
• Collaborate with facilities management and procurement to improve supplies and equipment.
• Troubleshoot sanitation-related issues promptly.
• Stay abreast of trends and technologies in sanitation.

Skills

Leadership

Remote team management

Sanitation management

Regulatory compliance

KPI tracking

Health & safety

Data-driven decision making

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health or related field

Tools

MS Teams

Project management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Sanitation Operations Manager to lead and optimize their remote sanitation services division. This is a unique opportunity to take on a pivotal role in a dynamic company, driving efficiency and excellence from a remote-first environment.

You will be instrumental in shaping the future of our sanitation operations, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene across all supported facilities. This position demands exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of sanitation protocols and team management in a distributed workforce setting. As a remote leader, you will foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, empowering your teams to achieve outstanding results. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with a passion for maintaining pristine environments and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive sanitation strategies and protocols that align with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of remote sanitation teams, ensuring optimal scheduling, resource allocation, and performance management.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to sanitation quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness, reporting findings and recommendations to senior management.
• Conduct regular remote assessments and audits to ensure compliance with safety standards, hygiene protocols, and environmental regulations.
• Manage and mentor a geographically dispersed team of sanitation supervisors and staff, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including facilities management and procurement, to identify and implement improvements in sanitation supplies and equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex sanitation-related issues promptly and effectively.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in the sanitation industry to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health, Public Health, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in sanitation management, with a proven track record in leadership roles.
• Demonstrated experience managing remote or distributed teams effectively.
• In-depth knowledge of cleaning techniques, chemical safety, waste management, and infection control principles.
• Familiarity with relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations (e.g., OSHA, local health codes).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and engage a remote workforce.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Proficiency in using remote collaboration tools and management software.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced, remote environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Comprehensive health benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Fully remote position with flexibility and work-life balance.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Access to online training programs.
• Chance to make a significant impact within a growing organization.

We value our employees and are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive remote work culture.