Senior Facilities Cleaning & Hygiene Leader (Hybrid)

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Facilities Cleaning and Hygiene Manager in Klerksdorp, North West. You will lead cleaning operations across multiple buildings, develop strategic cleaning plans, and manage a large staff while ensuring health, safety, and environmental compliance.

The role combines on-site leadership with remote strategic planning and administrative tasks, offering a competitive package and opportunities for advancing sustainability initiatives within a premier property group.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in facilities management with a focus on cleaning/hygiene at a managerial level.
• Experience managing large teams and budgets.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, modern cleaning technologies, and sustainable practices.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations (e.g., OHS Act).
• Proven leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop and execute strategic operational plans.
• Experience with performance management and staff development.
• Proficiency in MS Office and facilities management software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee cleaning and hygiene strategies for all facilities.
• Lead large cleaning staff: recruitment, training, performance, scheduling.
• Manage the department budget for cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct quality assessments and site inspections to meet standards.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Source and manage inventory of cleaning supplies, equipment, and machinery.
• Promote sustainable cleaning practices and waste management.
• Coordinate with property managers and tenants on issues.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Team management

Health & safety

Stakeholder communication

MS Office

Facilities management software

Education

Facilities Management or related field

Tools

Facilities management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Facilities Cleaning and Hygiene Manager in Klerksdorp, North West. You will lead cleaning operations across multiple buildings, develop strategic cleaning plans, and manage a large staff while ensuring health, safety, and environmental compliance.

The role combines on-site leadership with remote strategic planning and administrative tasks, offering a competitive package and opportunities for advancing sustainability initiatives within a premier property group.