Senior Commercial Sanitation Team Lead

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng is seeking a motivated Lead Sanitation Technician to oversee sanitation services for commercial properties. This hybrid role combines hands-on field leadership with administrative duties to ensure cleanliness, compliance, and client satisfaction.

You will train staff, develop cleaning plans based on client needs, manage inventory, and keep records of work performed and safety checks.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and supervise a team of sanitation technicians, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality service delivery.
• Develop and implement detailed cleaning and sanitation plans for commercial properties based on client needs and industry standards.
• Conduct regular inspections and quality assurance checks to ensure all sanitation tasks are performed to specification.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies, chemicals, and equipment, ensuring cost‑effectiveness and availability.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations and company policies.
• Handle client inquiries and feedback related to sanitation services, resolving issues promptly and professionally.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, staff hours, inventory levels, and quality control reports.
• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment, ensuring it is in good working order and used safely.
• Collaborate with property managers and clients to schedule services

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and experienced Lead Sanitation Technician to oversee sanitation services for commercial properties in the **Randburg, Gauteng** area. This hybrid role requires a hands‑on leader who can manage a team of sanitation specialists, ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene, and coordinate operations effectively. You will be responsible for implementing cleaning schedules, training staff, managing supplies, and conducting quality control checks to meet client expectations and regulatory requirements. Your expertise in sanitation techniques, cleaning chemicals, and equipment will be essential in maintaining pristine environments for various commercial establishments. This position requires a balance of field supervision and administrative responsibilities, leveraging technology for efficient management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and supervise a team of sanitation technicians, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality service delivery.
• Develop and implement detailed cleaning and sanitation plans for commercial properties based on client needs and industry standards.
• Conduct regular inspections and quality assurance checks to ensure all sanitation tasks are performed to specification.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies, chemicals, and equipment, ensuring cost‑effectiveness and availability.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations and company policies.
• Handle client inquiries and feedback related to sanitation services, resolving issues promptly and professionally.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, staff hours, inventory levels, and quality control reports.
• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment, ensuring it is in good working order and used safely.
• Collaborate with property managers and clients to schedule services