Sanitation Operations Lead – Food Safety (Polokwane)

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development and training

Career progression opportunities

Recognition programs

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Specialized Sanitation Supervisor in Polokwane, Limpopo. You will oversee sanitation operations, lead a team of technicians, manage schedules, chemicals, and equipment, and ensure product safety.

The role combines on-site leadership with remote reporting and planning opportunities. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of food safety protocols and industrial cleaning techniques, with proven team-management abilities and flexibility to work shifts as

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading sanitation teams in food processing/manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of industrial cleaning methods, chemicals and equipment.
• Solid understanding of HACCP, GMP and relevant regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily sanitation team activities and ensure cleaning standards are met.
• Develop and enforce sanitation schedules and procedures for all areas.
• Manage inventory of cleaning chemicals, supplies and equipment; ensure proper storage and maintenance.
• Conduct regular inspections and document findings; implement corrective actions.
• Train new staff on cleaning techniques, safety procedures and equipment use.
• Investigate sanitation issues, identify root causes and implement solutions.
• Monitor KPIs related to sanitation efficiency and report on performance.
• Maintain records of cleaning activities, chemical usage and training.

Skills

Leadership

Sanitation supervision

HACCP/GMP knowledge

Record keeping

Data analysis

Education

Food Technology or Microbiology degree (advantage)

Tools

Industrial cleaning equipment

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Specialized Sanitation Supervisor in Polokwane, Limpopo. You will oversee sanitation operations, lead a team of technicians, manage schedules, chemicals, and equipment, and ensure product safety.

The role combines on-site leadership with remote reporting and planning opportunities. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of food safety protocols and industrial cleaning techniques, with proven team-management abilities and flexibility to work shifts as