Specialized Cleaning Team Lead - Flexible Hours & Growth

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

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking an experienced Specialized Cleaning Team Lead to supervise a team performing complex cleaning tasks across commercial and industrial sites. You will ensure safety, quality, and efficiency while guiding daily operations.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in a supervisory cleaning role, hands‑on expertise with industrial degreasers and high‑pressure washers, strong leadership and communication skills, and a commitment to safety and reliable attendance.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a supervisory role within cleaning operations.
• Experience with specialized cleaning techniques and equipment (e.g., industrial degreasers, high‑pressure washers).
• Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and supervise a team of specialized cleaning technicians.
• Assign tasks and manage workflow to meet schedules.
• Conduct on-site inspections to ensure quality and compliance with standards.
• Enforce health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Operate and train team on specialized cleaning equipment and chemicals.
• Manage supplies inventory and report needs to management.
• Communicate with clients about service delivery and issues.

Skills

Team leadership

Staff training

Quality focus

Health & safety

Communication

Time management

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking an experienced Specialized Cleaning Team Lead to supervise a team performing complex cleaning tasks across commercial and industrial sites. You will ensure safety, quality, and efficiency while guiding daily operations.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in a supervisory cleaning role, hands‑on expertise with industrial degreasers and high‑pressure washers, strong leadership and communication skills, and a commitment to safety and reliable attendance.