Senior Cleaning and Hygiene Manager
Company
WhatJobs Direct
Location
Gqeberha
Posted
5 days ago
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Job Description
Our client is looking for an experienced and highly organized Senior Cleaning and Hygiene Manager to oversee cleaning operations and ensure the highest standards of sanitation and hygiene across their facilities in George, Western Cape, ZA . This role is hands-on and requires a strong leader who can manage a team of cleaning staff, develop and implement cleaning schedules, and maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment. You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations, conducting regular inspections, and implementing best practices in cleaning protocols. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in facilities management or a similar role, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to maintaining a safe and clean environment for employees and visitors.
Key Responsibilities: Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive cleaning and hygiene programs. Supervise and train cleaning staff, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to standards. Create and manage cleaning schedules for all areas of the facilities. Conduct regular inspections to ensure cleanliness, orderliness, and safety standards are met. Manage inventory of cleaning supplies, equipment, and disposables, and ensure timely procurement. Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations. Investigate and address any cleaning-related issues or complaints promptly. Develop and deliver training on cleaning procedures, chemical safety, and hygiene best practices. Monitor and report on cleaning performance metrics. Maintain positive relationships with staff and external contractors. Qualifications: Proven experience in a cleaning management, facilities management, or supervisory role. Strong understanding of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and best practices. Knowledge of health, safety, and hygiene regulations. Excellent leadership, organizational, and time management skills. Ability to train and motivate a team. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Detail-oriented and proactive approach to problem-solving. Experience with budgeting and inventory management is a plus. A certificate in Hospitality or Facilities Management is advantageous. This position requires on-site presence in George, Western Cape, ZA .
Key Responsibilities: Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive cleaning and hygiene programs. Supervise and train cleaning staff, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to standards. Create and manage cleaning schedules for all areas of the facilities. Conduct regular inspections to ensure cleanliness, orderliness, and safety standards are met. Manage inventory of cleaning supplies, equipment, and disposables, and ensure timely procurement. Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations. Investigate and address any cleaning-related issues or complaints promptly. Develop and deliver training on cleaning procedures, chemical safety, and hygiene best practices. Monitor and report on cleaning performance metrics. Maintain positive relationships with staff and external contractors. Qualifications: Proven experience in a cleaning management, facilities management, or supervisory role. Strong understanding of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and best practices. Knowledge of health, safety, and hygiene regulations. Excellent leadership, organizational, and time management skills. Ability to train and motivate a team. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Detail-oriented and proactive approach to problem-solving. Experience with budgeting and inventory management is a plus. A certificate in Hospitality or Facilities Management is advantageous. This position requires on-site presence in George, Western Cape, ZA .
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What is the 2026 national minimum wage for welders in South Africa?
The Department of Employment and Labour sets the national minimum wage at R28.79 per hour from 1 March 2026 for all sectors including welding. Welders working more than 45 hours per week must receive 1.5 times this rate for overtime. Employers must display the wage schedule at every workplace.
Which trade certificate is required to legally work as a welder in South Africa in 2026?
Welders must hold a QCTO-registered occupational certificate in welding at NQF Level 4 obtained after completing a minimum 3-year apprenticeship and passing the trade test at an accredited centre. The certificate number must be verifiable on the QCTO database before any employer can hire the welder.
How many hours per week and days of annual leave apply to welder contracts in 2026?
Welders are limited to 45 ordinary hours per week and 8 hours per day under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act. They are entitled to 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after every 12 months of employment, calculated from the date of engagement.
What documents must South African welders submit when applying for formal employment in 2026?
Applicants must provide a valid South African ID, QCTO trade certificate, valid bank account details, and proof of UIF registration number. Employers are required to verify the trade certificate directly with the QCTO before issuing an employment contract.
