About the Role
The Housekeeping Executive position at Tygerberg Hospital in Cape Town is essential for maintaining a clean and welcoming environment for both staff and patients. This role is not just about cleaning; it involves ensuring that the hospital operates smoothly by providing support during meetings and managing stock levels for essential supplies. Your daily contributions will significantly impact the quality of care and service provided in this vital public health facility.
In this role, you will be responsible for a variety of cleaning tasks, including the upkeep of offices, boardrooms, and communal areas. Your attention to detail will help create a positive atmosphere in which healthcare professionals can focus on what they do best – caring for patients. Working in the heart of Cape Town, you will be a part of a dedicated team that plays a crucial role in the public service sector, making a difference in the lives of many.
About the Department
Tygerberg Hospital, a prominent institution within the Western Cape, is committed to providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. As one of the leading hospitals in South Africa, it focuses on delivering high-quality medical care while ensuring a safe and hygienic environment. Working at Tygerberg Hospital means being part of a mission that prioritizes health and wellbeing, reinforcing the importance of public service in our society.
What You’ll Do
- Provide thorough cleaning services across the department, including offices, boardrooms, and kitchen areas.
- Support departmental meetings by preparing refreshments and maintaining cleanliness.
- Handle and dispose of waste responsibly, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- Maintain stock levels of cleaning supplies and report any equipment faults or losses.
- Collaborate effectively with team members to foster a positive working environment.
- Uphold high standards of hygiene and cleanliness throughout the hospital premises.
What You’ll Need
- A minimum of Grade 9 or an ABET Level 1 or 2 Certificate.
- Previous experience in cleaning services is advantageous.
- Understanding of one of the official languages used in the Department.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Good organizational and planning abilities.
- A sense of responsibility and a strong commitment to teamwork.
- Willingness to work long hours voluntarily when required.
How to Apply
All applications must be hand delivered at: 389 Sophie De Bruyn Street, Pretoria. To submit an application online, please click the link under the post you wish to apply for. Attach only a copy of CV and completed Z83 form. Email size must be limited to 2MB. Failure to follow instructions will result in your application being disqualified.
Requirements
Grade 9 or ABET Level 1 or 2 Certificate.Experience in rendering cleaning services will be an added advantage.
Understanding one of the official languages used in the Department.
Ability to work individually and in a team.
Skills required: Good interpersonal relations, Communication, Sound organizing, and planning skills.
Have a sense of responsibility and loyalty.
Ability to work long hours voluntarily.
Job Duties
Provide cleaning service in the department, Cleaning of offices, boardrooms, kitchen, and passages, Clean the computer printer and cabinets, Provide support for meetings in the department, washing cups and filling up water bottles removing waste and disposing of the main dustbin, handling cleaning material, using the cleaning material and equipment in a prescribed manner, prepare tea and water for meetings, removing and washing cups after the meeting, maintain and update stock levels.Keep stock (cutlery, crockery, cleaning equipment, refill beverage) list and levels of cutlery and crockery.
Receive and pack stock, and report faults, loss, and breakage of utensils/ equipment.
