Senior Industrial Cleaning Supervisor & Safety Leader

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid contributions

Provident fund

Professional development

Performance bonuses

Paid annual leave

Paid sick leave

PPE provided

Job summary

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a highly experienced Senior Cleaning Technician to oversee advanced cleaning protocols in industrial environments. The role combines hands-on work with leadership responsibilities to ensure immaculate, compliant facilities.

The successful candidate will lead cleaning teams, develop schedules, train staff, and ensure adherence to safety and environmental regulations.

Qualifications

• Senior Cleaning Technician with supervisory experience in industrial or large-scale commercial settings.
• Knowledge of advanced cleaning techniques, sanitation standards, and chemical safety protocols.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining industrial cleaning equipment.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations related to cleaning services.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with ability to motivate a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive cleaning schedules tailored to industrial environments.
• Supervise and train junior cleaning staff on best practices, safety procedures, and proper use of equipment and chemicals.
• Conduct regular inspections of facilities to identify areas needing deep cleaning or maintenance and report findings.
• Operate and maintain specialized cleaning machinery, including floor scrubbers, pressure washers, and vacuums.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations including hazardous material handling and disposal.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and place orders to maintain stock levels.
• Perform deep cleaning tasks in high-traffic areas, production zones, and sensitive equipment areas.
• Collaborate with facility managers to address cleaning-related concerns or requests.
• Uphold the company’s reputation by delivering high-quality cleaning services.

Skills

Leadership

Safety procedures

Chemical safety

Team supervision

Equipment maintenance

Industrial cleaning

Tools

Industrial floor scrubbers

Pressure washers

Vacuum systems

Job description

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a highly experienced Senior Cleaning Technician to oversee advanced cleaning protocols in industrial environments. The role combines hands-on work with leadership responsibilities to ensure immaculate, compliant facilities.

The successful candidate will lead cleaning teams, develop schedules, train staff, and ensure adherence to safety and environmental regulations.