The Nelson Mandela University invites interested and suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of Support Services Assistant: Cleaning (14 positions) to be based at Nelson Mandela Bay Metro, Gqeberha/Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape.
Position: Support Services Assistants: Cleaning (14 positions)
Reference: 7109/ 7216/ 7198/ 70
Salary: ZAR/month
Job Location: Nelson Mandela Bay Metro -Gqeberha, Eastern Cape.
Job Type: Permanent
Closing date: 03 May 2024 at 23:59
CORE PURPOSE OF JOB
To provide cleaning services to the university community in relation to academic and support areas i.e. maintaining a clean and hygienic environment at the university.
To provide an excellent, professional cleaning service to the university students, staff, and visitors.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
Cleaning of Mandela University Buildings / venues including corridors and public /outdoor spaces/areas.
General and deep cleaning of floors and surfaces (includes dusting (including high level or vertical dusting)), sweeping/vacuuming, mopping/washing, scrubbing, polishing as well as carpet cleaning.
General and deep cleaning of ablution facilities
General and deep cleaning of NMU buildings: offices, classrooms, residences, tv rooms, laundry areas, staff rooms, libraries, labs, conference rooms
General and Deep Cleaning of kitchens
General and Deep Cleaning of outdoor areas
Occupational health & safety
Collection of keys/swipe cards, cleaning consumables, cleaning equipment and accountability thereof.
CORE COMPETENCIES
A sound knowledge of cleaning procedures/methods and use of cleaning materials and Equipment
A working knowledge of strip and seal procedures so as carpet cleaning
Good interpersonal skills with sound communication abilities.
Good planning and organisational skills.
Ability to work in teams and independently without being supervised.
Physically fit and able to perform duties required by the job description according to the minimum standards.
Customer focus
Flexibility
Literacy skills
Punctuality and time management
Teamwork
Accountability
ADDITIONAL COMPETENCIES
A caring attitude and good sense of customer service
Ability to work using own initiative as well as being a good team player.
Possess the ability to work under pressure and in stressful situations.
Willing to work during the university vacation period, after hours and public holidays.
BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES
Self-motivated
Dedicated
Attention to detail.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Grade 8 – 12
A minimum of 0 – 12 months experience in a cleaning position within operations or similar environment with a proven record of teamwork
Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan.
No applications will be accepted after the closing date Friday, 03 May 2024.
How to apply
Apply Here: Support Services Assistants: Cleaning