Sanitation Team Lead

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Health and wellness programs

Career growth opportunities

Team-building activities

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Sanitation Team Lead for a hybrid role in Durban. You will supervise daily cleaning activities, manage schedules, and ensure high hygiene standards across facilities.

The ideal candidate has sanitation or supervisory cleaning experience, strong leadership, and knowledge of safety protocols. This role blends on-site supervision with strategic remote coordination and is committed to maintaining a spotless and safe environment.

Qualifications

• Must have prior sanitation or supervisory cleaning experience.
• Strong leadership and team supervision abilities.
• Solid understanding of cleaning techniques and safety controls.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the sanitation team on a daily basis, ensuring high standards.
• Develop and maintain work schedules for adequate coverage and efficient resources.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure hygiene and safety compliance.
• Train new team members on cleaning procedures and safety protocols.
• Liaise with facility management for issues or special requests.
• Maintain inventory and initiate orders for supplies and equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Scheduling

Communication

Time management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dynamic and experienced Sanitation Team Lead to oversee daily cleaning operations in Durban . This hybrid role requires a motivated individual who can effectively manage a team on-site while also contributing to strategic planning and remote coordination of sanitation efforts. You will be responsible for ensuring that all hygiene standards are met and exceeded, supervising cleaning staff, managing schedules, and implementing effective cleaning protocols. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership qualities, a keen eye for detail, and a commitment to maintaining a spotless and safe environment. This position offers the chance to be a key player in upholding the cleanliness and operational integrity of our client's facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the daily activities of the sanitation team, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and to a high standard.
• Develop and maintain work schedules, ensuring adequate coverage and optimal resource allocation.
• Conduct regular inspections of facilities to ensure compliance with hygiene and safety regulations.
• Train new team members on cleaning procedures, safety protocols, and the use of equipment.
• Liaise with facility management to address any cleaning-related issues or special requests.
• Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, initiating orders as needed.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a sanitation or supervisory cleaning role, with demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Solid understanding of cleaning techniques, disinfectants, and sanitation best practices.
• Experience with scheduling and managing a team, ideally in a hybrid work setting.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, capable of motivating a team.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations pertaining to cleaning services.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential for overtime pay.
• Hybrid work model offering a blend of on-site and remote flexibility.
• Health and wellness programs available to employees.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement within the company.
• Team-building activities and a positive work culture.