Hygiene Operator Opportunity at Ecowize Springs

Ecowize, South Africa's premier hygiene and sanitation partner within the high-care food processing industry, is seeking 7 diligent Hygiene Operators to join their operations in Springs, Gauteng. Ecowize is dedicated to maintaining the highest global benchmarks in food safety and biocides management, ensuring that manufacturing facilities operate within strictly controlled microbiological standards.

As a Hygiene Operator, you will be stationed directly at client production facilities to execute specialized industrial sanitation workflows. The role entails taking full responsibility for Ecowize's proprietary 10-Steps Cleaning Process, carrying out Clean-In-Place (CIP) methods, conducting intense deep-cleaning procedures, and ensuring manufacturing spaces remain completely compliant with national and international food safety audits.

Key Responsibilities & Core Duties

• Execute the standardized 10-step cleaning procedure daily across food processing plants to maintain sterile environments.
• Operate specialized chemical cleaning systems, pressure washers, and sanitation equipment safely.
• Perform daily Clean-in-Place (CIP) and structural deep clean processes across food production machinery and conveyor lines.
• Monitor and manage chemical stock levels, ensuring correct dilution ratios and safe application protocols.
• Complete shift cleaning schedules, sanitize operational equipment, and record all tasks on audit compliance checklists.
• Comply with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations and wear assigned personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Foster productive, professional relationships with on-site client supervisors and audit quality assurance personnel.

Ideal Candidate Profile & Core Attributes

• Strong awareness of industrial hygiene standards, personal hygiene, and contamination prevention.
• Flexible work ethic with full readiness to work alternating shift schedules, night shifts, weekends, and public holidays.
• High stamina, physical fitness, and adaptability to wet, fast-paced factory environments.
• Honest, accountable individual capable of following precise chemical handling and technical dilution instructions.

Learning, Mentorship & Career Progression

Ecowize invests heavily in employee development through accredited food safety, chemical handling, and hygiene management training modules. Operators who demonstrate consistent adherence to quality and safety standards are routinely considered for promotions into Team Leader, Quality Assurance Assistant, and Site Supervisor positions.

Estimated Salary Range (Market Benchmark)

The hiring employer has not officially specified a salary for this position. Based on South African market data and industry benchmarks for an industrial hygiene operator in food manufacturing, the estimated remuneration is approximately R4,500 – R7,500 per month, plus shift allowances where applicable. Please note that this is an industry estimate and actual remuneration will be determined by the employer based on qualifications, experience, and internal pay structures.

How to Apply & Submission Guidelines

Eligible candidates who reside in or around the Springs / East Rand district should apply directly through the Ecowize careers portal. Please ensure you submit your verified Matric certificate and up-to-date CV prior to the closing date of 13 November 2026. Applicants not contacted within 14 days of closing should consider their application unsuccessful.

• Grade 12 / Matric Certificate.
• Proven deep cleaning experience, ideally within a food production or manufacturing environment.
• Practical chemical stock control and handling experience.
• Willingness and ability to work strict rotational shift patterns, weekends, and public holidays.
• Ability to follow detailed technical work instructions and hygiene processes.