Specialized Cleaning Technician - Healthcare Facilities

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 190,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hazard pay

Comprehensive training on infection控制

PPE provided

Healthcare safety environment

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a highly skilled Specialized Cleaning Technician to ensure exceptional hygiene in Randburg healthcare facilities. The role covers deep cleaning, disinfection, and sanitation of patient care areas, operating rooms, and laboratories, with strict adherence to infection control protocols.

You will operate advanced cleaning equipment such as ULV foggers and electrostatic sprayers, maintain logs, and support biohazard waste management.

Qualifications

• Experience in specialized cleaning in healthcare or clinical settings.
• Solid knowledge of infection control principles.
• Certification or training in specialized cleaning techniques is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Disinfect high-risk areas, including operating theatres.
• Adhere to infection control protocols and standards.
• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment such as ULV foggers and electrostatic sprayers.
• Handle and dispose biohazardous waste per regulations.
• Conduct routine checks and maintenance of cleaning equipment.
• Maintain detailed logs of cleaning activities and waste disposal.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled Specialized Cleaning Technician to ensure exceptional hygiene standards in healthcare facilities located in Randburg . This critical role demands meticulous attention to detail and strict adherence to infection control protocols. You will be responsible for deep cleaning, disinfection, and sanitation of patient care areas, operating rooms, and laboratories. This position requires a professional who understands the unique demands of maintaining sterile environments within the Gauteng healthcare sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform specialized cleaning and disinfection of high-risk areas, including operating theatres and isolation rooms.
• Adhere to strict infection control protocols and CQC (Care Quality Commission) standards.
• Operate and maintain advanced cleaning equipment, such as ULV foggers and electrostatic sprayers.
• Handle and dispose of biohazardous waste in compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Conduct regular checks and maintenance of cleaning equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Maintain detailed logs of all cleaning activities, disinfection procedures, and waste disposal.

Requirements

• Proven experience in specialized cleaning, preferably within a healthcare or clinical setting.
• In-depth knowledge of infection control principles and biohazard waste management.
• Certification or training in specialized cleaning techniques is a strong asset.
• Ability to work with precision and maintain focus in sensitive environments.
• Physical capability to perform demanding cleaning tasks and handle specialized equipment.
• Willingness to undergo background checks and work within a regulated environment in Randburg .

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with hazard pay considerations.
• Comprehensive training on the latest infection control and cleaning technologies.
• Provision of high-quality PPE and specialized cleaning equipment.
• Opportunity to contribute significantly to patient safety and public health.
• A dedicated role within a respected healthcare support service in Gauteng .