Sanitation Team Lead

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Overtime opportunities

Medical and dental benefits

Paid annual leave

Career advancement within sanitation

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Sanitation Team Lead for our facility in Port Elizabeth. You will supervise daily cleaning operations, uphold strict hygiene protocols, and provide hands-on support to your team to ensure top-tier cleanliness and safety.

As a leader, you will train new staff, monitor performance, and coordinate supply management while promoting best practices. The role offers overtime potential, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career progression within the

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sanitation or cleaning with leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of cleaning chemicals, tools and sanitation best practices.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations in commercial/industrial settings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including early mornings/evenings.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of sanitation workers and assign tasks.
• Conduct daily inspections to ensure cleaning standards.
• Train new team members on cleaning techniques and safety procedures.
• Monitor inventory of supplies and equipment; manage stock rotation.
• Address and resolve cleaning-related issues promptly.

Skills

Leadership

Inspection

Training

Inventory management

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and experienced Sanitation Team Lead to guide a team responsible for maintaining superior cleanliness standards at their facility in Port Elizabeth . In this crucial role, you will supervise daily cleaning operations, ensure adherence to stringent hygiene protocols, and provide hands-on support to your team. You will be instrumental in fostering a productive work environment, promoting best practices in sanitation, and ensuring that all areas are kept to the highest standards of hygiene and safety. This position requires a leader who is committed to excellence, possesses strong interpersonal skills, and is dedicated to upholding the reputation and operational integrity of the client's premises through exceptional cleaning services.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of sanitation workers, ensuring efficient task allocation and performance.
• Conduct daily inspections of assigned areas, verifying the quality of work and compliance with cleaning standards.
• Train new team members on proper cleaning techniques, safety procedures, and the use of cleaning equipment.
• Monitor and manage inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, reporting needs and ensuring efficient stock rotation.
• Address and resolve any cleaning-related issues or complaints promptly and effectively.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a sanitation or cleaning role , with demonstrated leadership capabilities.
• Strong knowledge of cleaning chemicals, tools, and sanitation best practices .
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations within a commercial or industrial setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead and motivate a team.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings or evenings, as needed for operational demands.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage with opportunities for overtime.
• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits.
• Paid annual leave and sick days.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the cleaning and sanitation industry.
• A positive and collaborative team environment within a reputable organization in Port Elizabeth .