Operations Manager - JHB - Cleaning and Hygiene

Johannesburg, South Africa
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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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs in South Africa

Q
What is the minimum wage for cleaning staff in South Africa in 2026?
The national minimum wage for cleaning staff is R31.75 per hour effective 1 March 2026, equating to R6,191 per month for 195 ordinary hours. Overtime rates are 1.5 times the ordinary rate for the first 15 hours per week. This applies across all sectors including contract cleaning.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour
Q
What salary range can I expect for entry-level cleaning staff jobs in South Africa in 2026?
Entry-level cleaning staff earn R6,191 to R8,200 per month based on the national minimum wage and basic sectoral adjustments. Experienced cleaners in urban areas receive R9,500 monthly including shift allowances. Employers must pay at least the minimum regardless of location.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour
Q
Do foreigners need a work visa for cleaning staff jobs in South Africa in 2026?
Non-South African citizens require a General Work Visa sponsored by a registered employer, valid for up to 5 years. Application fee is R1,520, with processing taking 8-20 weeks. Cleaning roles do not qualify for Critical Skills Work Visa.
Source: Department of Home Affairs
Q
What are the eligibility requirements for cleaning staff jobs in South Africa without experience?
No formal qualifications or prior experience are required for entry-level cleaning staff positions if aged 16 or older. South African citizens or valid permit holders qualify automatically. Register with Employment Services of South Africa for free job placement.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour