Operations Manager - JHB - Cleaning and Hygiene
Company
Top Talent Professional Services
Location
Johannesburg
Posted
9 days ago
Via
Executive Placements ☑️
Job Description
GM: Operations – Cleaning and Hygiene
Job Purpose: To Obtain Profit Contribution by Managing Staff, Establishing & Accomplishing Business Objectives & Ensuring Compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
Duties:
Execute effective planning, delegating, coordinating, staffing, organizing & decision-making to attain the profit targets whilst ensuring compliance to SLAs
Develop & implement a strategic plan through studying technological & financial opportunities, presenting assumptions & recommending objectives
Ensure the realization of objectives through establishing plans, budgets, setting results measurements, allocating resources & effecting continuous progress review
Coordinate efforts by establishing procurement, production, field and technical services policies and practices; coordinating actions with corporate staff
Assign accountabilities, planning, monitoring, appraise job results, develop a climate for information sharing & providing development opportunities
Build & uphold the company image through collaborating with customers, community organizations, employees and enforcing acceptable ethical business practices
Maintain quality service through establishing & enforcing organization standards
Stay abreast with current industry trends through attending professional seminars/workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, continuously imploring benchmarking & best global practices
Enhance staff effectiveness through recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, coaching, counselling, communicating values, strategies & business objectives
Manage staff performance & facilitate improvement through regularly monitoring performance & providing required coaching, support & feedback
Manage employee relations, workplace conflicts and effect corrective actions, in line with company policies/procedure
Qualifications and Experience Required:
Degree or Advanced Diploma
Matric (Senior Certificate)
Valid SA Drivers’ License
5 Years Relevant managerial Experience in the Services Industry (cleaning and hygiene)
Operations, CRM & Financial Management
IT Training: MS Word, MS Excel, MS Powerpoint, MS Project & MS Outlook (Intermediate skill level)
Knowledge of OHS Act, ISO 9001 Quality Management & Risk Management Systems
Salary - Market related
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Job Purpose: To Obtain Profit Contribution by Managing Staff, Establishing & Accomplishing Business Objectives & Ensuring Compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
Duties:
Execute effective planning, delegating, coordinating, staffing, organizing & decision-making to attain the profit targets whilst ensuring compliance to SLAs
Develop & implement a strategic plan through studying technological & financial opportunities, presenting assumptions & recommending objectives
Ensure the realization of objectives through establishing plans, budgets, setting results measurements, allocating resources & effecting continuous progress review
Coordinate efforts by establishing procurement, production, field and technical services policies and practices; coordinating actions with corporate staff
Assign accountabilities, planning, monitoring, appraise job results, develop a climate for information sharing & providing development opportunities
Build & uphold the company image through collaborating with customers, community organizations, employees and enforcing acceptable ethical business practices
Maintain quality service through establishing & enforcing organization standards
Stay abreast with current industry trends through attending professional seminars/workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, continuously imploring benchmarking & best global practices
Enhance staff effectiveness through recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, coaching, counselling, communicating values, strategies & business objectives
Manage staff performance & facilitate improvement through regularly monitoring performance & providing required coaching, support & feedback
Manage employee relations, workplace conflicts and effect corrective actions, in line with company policies/procedure
Qualifications and Experience Required:
Degree or Advanced Diploma
Matric (Senior Certificate)
Valid SA Drivers’ License
5 Years Relevant managerial Experience in the Services Industry (cleaning and hygiene)
Operations, CRM & Financial Management
IT Training: MS Word, MS Excel, MS Powerpoint, MS Project & MS Outlook (Intermediate skill level)
Knowledge of OHS Act, ISO 9001 Quality Management & Risk Management Systems
Salary - Market related
Send cv to
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs
What is the minimum wage for Cleaning Staff Jobs in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the minimum wage for cleaning staff in South Africa is R32.45 per hour as of 1 March 2026. This rate applies nationwide under the National Minimum Wage Act with no sector exemptions for contract or office cleaners. Overtime must be paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate after 45 hours in a week.
How many hours per week can Cleaning Staff legally work in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, cleaning staff may work a maximum of 45 ordinary hours per week as of 2026. Any work beyond this requires overtime pay at 1.5 times the rate, and employees are entitled to 21 consecutive days of annual leave after 12 months of service.
What documents are required to apply for Cleaning Staff Jobs in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must submit a valid South African ID, proof of address, and a signed employment contract. A tax number from SARS is mandatory before starting work, along with bank details for salary deposits.
How much tax do Cleaning Staff pay on salaries in South Africa in 2026?
As per SARS, cleaning staff earning below R95,750 per year pay 0% income tax in the 2026 tax year. Earnings between R95,751 and R237,100 are taxed at 18% after the R17,235 rebate, with monthly PAYE deductions required from employers.
