Senior Environmental Services Supervisor

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is hiring a Senior Environmental Services Supervisor for its Vereeniging, Gauteng facility. The role oversees the environmental services team, implements sanitation protocols, and ensures a safe, compliant workplace with focus on industrial cleaning standards.

You will manage staff, coordinate on-site supervision with some off-site administrative tasks, and drive continuous improvement in environmental care within a dynamic industrial setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within environmental services or industrial cleaning.
• Strong knowledge of health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Experience with waste management and recycling programs.
• Proficiency in MS Office and relevant software.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the environmental services team to ensure cleaning tasks meet standards.
• Develop and implement cleaning schedules and protocols for the facility.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, maintain stock levels.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Health and safety knowledge

Waste management

MS Office proficiency

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a large-scale manufacturing facility, is seeking a dynamic Senior Environmental Services Supervisor to join their team in Vereeniging, Gauteng, ZA . This role is essential for overseeing the daily operations of the environmental services department, ensuring a safe, clean, and compliant workplace. You will manage a team of environmental technicians, implement and enforce sanitation protocols, and contribute to the overall efficiency and safety of the facility. The position requires a strong understanding of industrial cleaning standards, waste management, and health and safety regulations. We are looking for a proactive individual with excellent leadership skills and a commitment to maintaining high standards of environmental care within a demanding industrial setting. This role involves a blend of on-site supervision and off-site administrative tasks, reflecting its hybrid nature.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of the environmental services team to ensure all cleaning and sanitation tasks are completed efficiently and to standard.
• Develop and implement effective cleaning schedules and protocols for the facility.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies, chemicals, and equipment, ensuring adequate stock levels and proper storage.
• Conduct regular inspections of the facility to identify and address any hygiene or sanitation concerns.
• Train and mentor environmental services staff on proper procedures, safety practices, and equipment operation.
• Investigate and report on any incidents or accidents related to environmental services operations.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless integration of environmental services with overall facility operations.
• Maintain accurate records of cleaning activities, waste disposal, and staff performance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for environmental services.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within environmental services, facilities management, or industrial cleaning.
• Strong knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and industrial sanitation best practices.
• Demonstrable understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage and motivate a team effectively.
• Experience with waste management and recycling programs.
• Proficiency in using MS Office Suite and relevant operational software.
• Ability to conduct effective training sessions for staff.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts as needed and manage tasks both on-site and remotely.
• A commitment to maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment in Vereeniging, Gauteng, ZA .

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package including medical aid, provident fund, and paid time off. Opportunities for career advancement and professional development are available. You will be part of a well-established organization that values employee contributions and fosters a positive work environment in Vereeniging, Gauteng, ZA . This hybrid role provides a balance between operational engagement and administrative flexibility.