Janitorial Supervisor at Wellspring College

Key Responsibilities

Supervision & Leadership

• Supervise, coordinate, and monitor the daily activities of all janitors.
• Allocate work schedules and cleaning assignments.
• Ensure adequate staff coverage for all areas of the College.
• Conduct daily briefings and communicate expectations clearly.
• Mentor, coach, and develop janitorial staff to improve performance.

Quality Assurance

• Conduct routine inspections of all facilities throughout the day.
• Ensure all assigned areas meet the College's cleanliness standards.
• Promptly identify and address cleaning deficiencies.
• Ensure toilets, classrooms, offices, hostels, dining areas, and public spaces remain clean and well-maintained at all times.
• Implement quality control measures to sustain high standards.

Accountability & Performance Management

• Hold janitors accountable for assigned responsibilities.
• Document performance issues and provide timely feedback.
• Recommend recognition for outstanding performance and corrective action where necessary.
• Monitor productivity and ensure duties are completed within expected timelines.
• Maintain records of inspections, incidents, and performance observations.

Cleaning Operations

• Develop and monitor daily, weekly, monthly, and termly cleaning schedules.
• Ensure deep cleaning is carried out according to schedule.
• Coordinate special cleaning before major school events and after holidays.
• Ensure proper waste collection, disposal, and recycling practices where applicable.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with health, hygiene, and safety regulations.
• Promote the safe handling and storage of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Ensure staff use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Report safety hazards and maintenance issues promptly.

Inventory & Resource Management

• Monitor cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Submit timely requests for replenishment.
• Prevent wastage, misuse, and loss of cleaning materials.
• Ensure cleaning equipment is properly maintained.

Communication & Reporting

• Prepare periodic reports on cleanliness standards and janitorial performance.
• Escalate unresolved facility or sanitation issues promptly.
• Work closely with the Facilities Team, Maintenance Team, Boarding House staff, and Administration to resolve issues affecting cleanliness.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Overall cleanliness rating of the College.
• Daily inspection compliance.
• Number of cleanliness complaints received.
• Response time to cleaning issues.
• Toilet cleanliness and functionality standards.
• Staff attendance and punctuality.
• Completion of scheduled cleaning activities.
• Proper inventory management with minimal wastage.
• Compliance with health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of OND or equivalent qualification.
• Additional training in housekeeping, facilities management, or environmental health is an advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience supervising cleaning or janitorial staff, preferably in a school, hospital, hotel, or large institution.

Competencies

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• High level of integrity and accountability.
• Good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage people effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving and decision-making ability.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.

Personal Attributes

• Professional appearance and conduct.
• Dependable and proactive.
• Firm but fair in managing staff.
• Passionate about cleanliness and high standards.
• Customer-service mindset.
• Ability to lead by example.