Hygiene Technician

Job Details

Division: Operations

Industry: Integrated facilities (Soft Services)

Business Unit: Cleaning Services

Minimum experience: Senior Management experience in Cleaning / Hospitality; multi-site operational management

Job functional area: Operations / Regional Leadership

Who we are

Excellerate Services is an integrated facilities (soft services) provider with a presence across Africa, The Middle East and the UK. Our core purpose is to add measurable value to our clients.

We do this by creating environments where people can thrive.

This means that their properties are secure, staff and visitors are safe, buildings are clean, hygienic and pest free, gardens are well maintained, parking effortless and the occupier experience is enhanced with indoor plantscaping and innovative food service offerings.

About the role

The Hygiene Technician installs, services, and maintains specialized hygiene equipment across client facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Routinely service, refill, and repair hygiene units (e.g., soap dispensers, hand dryers, ozone purifiers, and sanitisers) on client sites.
• Perform specialized deep cleaning in high-risk areas like commercial washrooms, kitchens, and industrial spaces.
• Adhere to strict health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards and ensure all hygiene files and site manuals are compliant with regulatory audits.
• Respond directly to client queries and ensure that service level agreements (SLAs) are met consistently.
• Administer integrated pest management (IPM) techniques, inspect facilities for infestations, and apply chemical solutions safely.
• Accurately manage inventory levels, ensure equipment is stored securely, and handle cleaning chemicals in accordance with safety instructions.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Matric certificate is generally required, with additional qualifications in pest control or food safety (e.g., HACCP) serving as a strong advantage.
• A valid Code 8 driver's license is frequently compulsory to travel between various client sites.
• Strong technical and mechanical aptitude, good numeric and administrative abilities, and excellent time-keeping.

mployment Equity

As per Excellerate Services Recruitment and Selection Policy: All equity procedures will apply as the Company is committed to promoting internally. The Company reserves the right to seek external candidates should no suitable applications be received.

Excellerate Services is committed to striving for diversity and equitable representation in our workforce. Preference may thus be given to suitably qualified candidates as identified in our employment equity plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Important Note

All interested candidates must submit their CVs with all relevant qualifications attached, including a letter of application. Please specify the position that you are applying for. If you are not contacted as a short-listed Candidate within 2 weeks of the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful.