Rhodes University welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates for four Housekeeper positions (Grade 9) based in Makhanda, Eastern Cape.
Position: Housekeeper X4 (Grade 9)
Remuneration per annum (Grade 9):
- Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R307 301.00
- Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R421 604.00
Location: Makhanda, Eastern Cape
Job Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 28 February 2025
Job Details
Division
3001 – Residential Operations
Minimum experience
Not Applicable
Company primary industry
Higher Education
Job functional area
Operations
Job Description
Housekeeper x4 (Grade 9)
Residential Operations, Housekeeping Services
Residential Operations, Housekeeping Services invite suitably qualified candidates to join their team.
Main Objectives
Responsible for the supervision of staff cleaning all assigned areas within the University, falling under Housekeeping Services. This includes planning, leadership and co-ordination of cleaning services and staff within a particular residence Hall, to ensure an efficient and effective cleaning service to all residents or guests in the Hall. Also submits and follows up on all maintenance requisitions, furnishings, general upkeep of the buildings falling within the assigned area, and any other reasonable requests from the Line Manager.
The Requirements
Grade 12 with approximately 4 years’ relevant experience where such experience includes: –
- Minimum of 3 years’ cleaning experience in an industrial environment where specific hygiene and cleaning practices were implemented
- Previous administration experience within a computerized environment
- Previous exposure, of not less than 6 months, of having worked with stock control and basic record keeping
- Previous experience in having drafted daily schedules and related electronic correspondence
- At least 2 years’ in a supervisory or team leader position OR be in possession of a 1-year Staff Supervision Certificate plus 1 years’ supervision experience (which doesn’t have to be obtained concurrently)
Application Process
It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.
The following documents are required:
- A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following: –
○ Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
○ Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
- A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.
Please note, no hand-written applications will be considered. Failure to submit all documentation will result in an application being disqualified.
Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application can be submitted to [email protected]
Selection Process (provisional date, subject to change):
- Short-listing meeting will be confirmed.
- The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.
All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three-years. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.
Rhodes University has a vaccination mandate as part of its Conditions of Service. The implementation of the vaccine mandate has been held in abeyance from 01 January 2023.
Should the COVID-19 situation change in a way that the number of cases of COVID-19 pose a threat to the University, the implementation of the Vaccine Mandate will be re-activated and all staff would be required to be fully vaccinated.
Closing Date: 28 February 2025
If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
How To Apply
Apply Here: Housekeeper X4 (Grade 9)