Sanitation Team Lead

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Career growth

Supplies provided

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking an experienced Sanitation Team Lead to manage a team of sanitation workers. You will guide daily cleaning operations, ensuring tasks meet sanitation and safety standards while training staff to maintain high hygiene levels.

The role requires strong leadership, proactive problem-solving, and hands-on involvement to keep facilities clean and compliant with health regulations. Competitive pay and standard benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience as sanitation team lead or supervisor.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Commitment to safety and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and supervise a team of sanitation workers in daily cleaning operations.
• Ensure all cleaning tasks follow sanitation protocols and safety standards.
• Conduct inspections of work areas to monitor quality and identify improvements.
• Manage scheduling and allocation of tasks for the sanitation team.
• Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment; report needs to management.
• Promote a culture of safety and adherence to health regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Training

Supervision

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety compliance

Team motivation

Tools

Cleaning chemicals

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced and dedicated Sanitation Team Lead to join their operations in Upington . This role is crucial for ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene are maintained throughout their facilities. You will lead a team of sanitation workers, providing guidance, training, and supervision to ensure all cleaning tasks are completed efficiently and safely. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a thorough understanding of sanitation procedures, and a commitment to fostering a safe and productive work environment. This position requires hands‑on involvement and a proactive approach to problem‑solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and supervise a team of sanitation workers in daily cleaning operations.
• Ensure that all cleaning tasks are performed according to established sanitation protocols and safety standards.
• Conduct regular inspections of work areas to monitor cleaning quality and identify areas needing improvement.
• Manage the scheduling and allocation of tasks for the sanitation team.
• Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, reporting needs to management.
• Promote a culture of safety and adherence to all health regulations within the team.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Sanitation Team Lead or in a similar supervisory role.
• Solid understanding of cleaning methods , chemicals, and equipment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to motivate and guide a team effectively.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.
• Physical ability to perform cleaning duties as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive wage with potential for overtime pay.
• Opportunity to lead and develop a skilled team.
• Provision of all necessary cleaning supplies and safety gear.
• Health insurance and other standard benefits.
• Paid time off for vacation and personal needs.