Bloemfontein: Area Manager – Cleaning posted by Empact Group Southern Africa

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Area Manager to oversee cleaning operations within a designated region in Bloemfontein. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a team of cleaners, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, and meeting client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a team of cleaners, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management
• Conduct regular inspections of facilities to ensure cleanliness standards are met
• Develop and implement cleaning schedules and procedures
• Maintain relationships with clients and address any concerns or issues in a timely manner
• Monitor cleaning supplies and equipment inventory and make necessary orders
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
• Provide regular reports to senior management on cleaning operations and performance
• Manage all subordinates in accordance with sector strategy, contract specification, and statutory regulations
• Arrange counselling and effect wellness campaigns within each site
• Monitor and verify employee time schedules as per shift agreements
• Regularly communicate changes and general information to all employees per site
• Maintain discipline by using the company’s disciplinary code and procedure
• Prepare contingency plan for strikes and stay away
• Appraise staff by way of verbal direction and performance appraisal for supervisory level and above
• Ensure that company image and reputation is upheld, and employees adhere to uniform regulations

Requirements

• Grade 12
• Minimum 5 Years experience in cleaning, Hygiene and Facilities Management
• Proven experience in a similar role, preferably in a commercial cleaning or facilities management setting
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques and best practices

Qualifications

None specified

Salary & Benefits

Not mentioned

Competencies required:

• Problem solving & decision making
• Customer Relationship Building
• Communication
• Team Leadership
• Financial & Business acumen
• Assertiveness; Negotiation
• Analytical Thinking
• Tolerance for Stress
• Resilience