Senior Hygiene Lead — Industrial Sanitation & Safety

Placements24; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Training on sanitation techniques

Equipment and protective gear

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Hygiene Technician in Midrand, Gauteng, to lead comprehensive cleaning and sanitation programs across industrial and commercial sites. The role requires strong leadership, regulatory knowledge (HACCP, OHS Act), and the ability to manage teams, schedules, and inventories while ensuring safety and environmental standards.

You will conduct site inspections, train staff, manage chemicals and waste handling, and coordinate with site management to minimize disruption.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Hygiene Technician or supervisory role in cleaning and sanitation, preferably in an industrial setting.
• Strong knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment and sanitation best practices.
• Solid understanding of health, safety and environmental regulations (HACCP, OHS Act).
• Ability to lead and motivate a team of cleaning staff.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel within the Midrand, Gauteng region.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor cleaning and sanitation programs for industrial/commercial settings.
• Conduct regular site inspections to assess hygiene standards, hazards, and corrective actions.
• Supervise and train junior cleaning staff and ensure safety protocols.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, ensuring stock and maintenance.
• Oversee safe handling, storage and disposal of cleaning chemicals per regulations.
• Respond to sanitation emergencies and coordinate containment and cleanup.
• Liaise with site managers to align cleaning schedules with operations and minimize disruption.
• Maintain detailed records of cleaning activities and staff training.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Time management

Communication skills

HSE knowledge

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Hygiene Technician in Midrand, Gauteng, to lead comprehensive cleaning and sanitation programs across industrial and commercial sites. The role requires strong leadership, regulatory knowledge (HACCP, OHS Act), and the ability to manage teams, schedules, and inventories while ensuring safety and environmental standards.

You will conduct site inspections, train staff, manage chemicals and waste handling, and coordinate with site management to minimize disruption.