Rhodes University is seeking qualified and motivated individuals to apply for the permanent role of Senior Room Attendant, located in Eastern Cape.
Position: Senior Room Attendant
Remuneration per annum (Grade 6):
Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R 201 117
Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R 288 930
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Makhanda, Eastern Cape
Closing Date: 10 March 2025
Job Details
Division
3001 – Residential Operations
Minimum experience
Entry Level
Company primary industry
Higher Education
Job functional area
Operations
Salary
R201 117 – R201 117 per annum
Job Description
Senior Room Attendant (Grade 6)
Housekeeping Services
Division of Residential Operations
The Housekeeping Services Section in the Division of Residential Operations invites suitably qualified candidates to join their team. Preference will be given to females.
The Department
Housekeeping Services deals with the cleanliness and hygiene of the university residences, departments, and all the ancillary services. This includes Transit Housing, Janitoring Services, Laundry Services, Messengering, Stores, Sewing Room and Upholstery Services.
The Housekeeping department exists mainly to provide a complete hospitality experience to our students and guests. We are committed to providing support to all areas in our care, to enhance the academic project at Rhodes University. This is an in-house staffed Division who are proud to be part of providing a conducive and effective teaching and academic learning environment
VISION:
Together we support with our hearts to put our students first!
MISSION:
Housekeeping services, values our professional staff whose responsibility it is to support and render reliable, quality services to Rhodes University and its community.
We pledge our commitment to continuous improvement of quality service through:
- Adopting a culture of sound and professional work ethic with the focus on productivity.
- Investing in staff development, who are passionate about the diverse services offered by adding value to our clients.
- We provide a conducive and sustainable environment for learning.
By effectively communicating and building teamwork and partnerships, we will exceed our customers’ expectations in all areas within our care.
We believe happy staff ensures excellent results.
Main Objectives
Cleaning of areas assigned by the Housekeeping or Manager: Housekeeping Services. To provide assistance to the Housekeepers within the Hall, which includes co-ordination, decision-making, weekend responsibilities and team leadership.
The Requirements
Grade 12 with approximately 1 year’s relevant experience, where such relevant experience includes: –
- Previous experience working in an industrial or domestic cleaning environment
- Previous experience with coordinating staff and work schedules will be advantageous.
- Exposure to an administrative environment with basic computer skills and stock control
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 scheduled for the 24 March 2025.
- 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.
Closing Date: 10 March 2025
If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply. Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University’s Recruitment and Selection policies.
Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission.
How To Apply
Apply Here: Senior Room Attendant