Senior Sanitation Supervisor

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary bonus

Health insurance

Training

Growth opportunities

Safety gear

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Sanitation Supervisor to lead the sanitation team in Vereeniging. You will oversee daily cleaning operations, ensure safety and hygiene compliance, and drive performance to high standards on the floor.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, scheduling, and staff development, with a strong focus on HACCP/OSHA guidelines and a safe, pristine work environment in Gauteng.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within cleaning/sanitation.
• Strong knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and sanitation procedures.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to create and manage work schedules and budgets.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations (HACCP, OSHA).
• Physical ability to perform manual tasks and lead a floor team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily sanitation operations, ensuring tasks meet standards.
• Develop and maintain cleaning schedules and protocols.
• Train, supervise, and evaluate sanitation staff.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment; maintain stock levels.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure health, safety, and hygiene compliance.
• Respond to sanitation-related issues or emergencies promptly.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety awareness

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Chemical handling

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Sanitation Supervisor to lead their sanitation team in Vereeniging. This role requires a hands-on approach to managing daily cleaning operations, ensuring compliance with all safety and hygiene regulations, and leading a team to achieve the highest standards. You will play a key role in maintaining a pristine and safe working environment. This is an ideal opportunity for a candidate with strong leadership skills and a proven background in sanitation management to make a significant impact within the Gauteng province.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the sanitation department, ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently and to standard.
• Develop, implement, and maintain cleaning schedules and protocols.
• Train, supervise, and evaluate the performance of sanitation staff.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, ensuring proper stock levels and maintenance.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene standards.
• Respond to and resolve any sanitation-related issues or emergencies promptly.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within the cleaning or sanitation industry.
• Strong knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and sanitation procedures.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to create and manage work schedules and budgets.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations (e.g., HACCP, OSHA standards).
• Physical ability to perform manual tasks as needed and manage a team on the floor.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement plan options.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training.
• A dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth.
• Provision of all necessary cleaning supplies and safety gear.