Senior Environmental Sanitation Leader

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,450,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Environmental Sanitation Manager to oversee sanitation operations across a large community or industrial park setting in Soweto. This senior leadership role requires strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and a proven track record in developing and implementing sanitation programs that meet public health standards and environmental sustainability goals.

You will lead a dedicated team, allocate and optimize resources, supervise waste management, cleaning, and pest

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Environmental Science, Public Health, Facility Management or related field.
• 8+ years of environmental sanitation management experience in large-scale operations.
• Strong leadership, budget and stakeholder engagement skills.
• In-depth knowledge of waste management and public health regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement environmental sanitation strategies and operating plans.
• Supervise teams responsible for waste management, cleaning and pest control.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Oversee maintenance and operation of sanitation equipment and infrastructure.
• Conduct audits to evaluate program effectiveness and identify improvements.
• Develop and manage the sanitation budget and resource allocation.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Analytical skills

Planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/ Public Health/ Facility Mgmt

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Environmental Sanitation Manager to oversee sanitation operations across a large community or industrial park setting in Soweto. This senior leadership role requires strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and a proven track record in developing and implementing sanitation programs that meet public health standards and environmental sustainability goals.

You will lead a dedicated team, allocate and optimize resources, supervise waste management, cleaning, and pest