Senior Facilities Sanitation Coordinator

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Facilities Sanitation Coordinator to oversee sanitation and hygiene standards across multiple properties in Soweto, Gauteng. This hybrid role requires balancing on-site leadership with remote administration, reporting, and compliance monitoring.

You will develop and implement sanitation programs, supervise cleaning teams, conduct inspections, manage supplies, and train staff while ensuring health and safety regulations are met.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in facilities management or sanitation supervision
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and equipment
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities
• Ability to train and lead on-site staff

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor comprehensive sanitation and hygiene programs for all assigned facilities.
• Supervise and provide guidance to on-site cleaning staff, ensuring efficient work execution and quality standards.
• Conduct regular on-site inspections and audits to assess cleanliness, identify potential risks, and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock levels and proper usage.
• Develop and maintain cleaning schedules and protocols tailored to specific facility needs.
• Investigate and resolve sanitation-related issues and tenant complaints promptly.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Train cleaning staff on proper cleaning techniques, safety procedures, and the use of cleaning agents and equipment.
• Collaborate with facilities management teams to integrate sanitation efforts with overall building operations.
• Prepare reports on sanitation performance, audit findings, and implemented corrective actions.

Skills

Cleaning chemicals

Cleaning equipment

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem solving

Communication

Staff training

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a large-scale property management firm, is seeking a dedicated Senior Facilities Sanitation Coordinator to oversee sanitation and hygiene standards across multiple properties in **Soweto, Gauteng**. This hybrid role requires a proactive individual who can manage on-site teams and inspections while also handling remote administrative tasks, reporting, and compliance monitoring. You will be responsible for developing and implementing robust sanitation programs, ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations, and maintaining immaculate environments for tenants and visitors. The ideal candidate possesses strong organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and a thorough understanding of sanitation best practices in diverse facility types.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor comprehensive sanitation and hygiene programs for all assigned facilities.
• Supervise and provide guidance to on-site cleaning staff, ensuring efficient work execution and quality standards.
• Conduct regular on-site inspections and audits to assess cleanliness, identify potential risks, and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock levels and proper usage.
• Develop and maintain cleaning schedules and protocols tailored to specific facility needs.
• Investigate and resolve sanitation-related issues and tenant complaints promptly.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Train cleaning staff on proper cleaning techniques, safety procedures, and the use of cleaning agents and equipment.
• Collaborate with facilities management teams to integrate sanitation efforts with overall building operations.
• Prepare reports on sanitation performance, audit findings, and implemented corrective actions.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in facilities management, sanitation supervision, or a related role.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing sanitation programs and protocols.
• Strong knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and best practices for maintaining hygiene in diverse environments.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to train and lead staff.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations pertaining to cleaning and facilities management.
• Ability to conduct detailed site inspections and maintain accurate records.
• Willingness to work in a hybrid model, involving both on-site responsibilities in **Soweto, Gauteng**, and remote administrative tasks.
• Must be detail-oriented and able to work independently.
• Basic computer literacy for reporting and communication purposes.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, opportunities for professional development, and a supportive work environment. This hybrid role provides a good balance between on-site engagement and remote administrative flexibility, allowing for effective management of responsibilities. You will contribute to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety in important facilities within the **Gauteng** region. Join a team committed to excellence in property services and enjoy career growth opportunities.