About the Role
The Alan Blyth Hospital is seeking a dedicated Housekeeping Supervisor to join its team in Kannaland Sub-district. This role is essential in ensuring that the hospital maintains the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene, which are critical in preventing the spread of infections and safety hazards within the healthcare environment. By leading a team of Household Aids, you will play a vital role in creating a safe and welcoming atmosphere for patients, their families, and staff alike.
Located in the scenic Western Cape, the Alan Blyth Hospital serves a diverse community, and your contribution as a Housekeeping Supervisor will directly impact the quality of care provided. This position not only involves overseeing daily cleaning operations but also ensuring that patients receive the correct diet according to their medical conditions. Your leadership will ensure that the hospital operates efficiently and effectively, fostering a compassionate public service environment that prioritizes health and well-being.
About the Department
The Department of Health is dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare services to all South Africans. Its mission encompasses promoting health, preventing illness, and ensuring access to quality care for all citizens. Working within this department means being part of a transformative institution that values community health and strives to improve the lives of individuals through dedicated service and innovative healthcare solutions.
As a member of the healthcare system, you will find immense satisfaction in knowing that your efforts contribute to the overall health and safety of your community. The Department of Health prioritizes teamwork, professional development, and a commitment to excellence in public service.
What You’ll Do
- Supervise and manage Household Aids to ensure compliance with cleanliness and hygiene standards in the hospital.
- Oversee the proper serving of diets to patients based on their specific health conditions.
- Ensure ward kitchens are maintained to high hygiene standards.
- Control linen supply and ensure an adequate stock of clean linen for all wards.
- Manage stock, equipment, and inventory to promote cost-effective resource use.
- Handle administrative and staff management duties associated with the supervisory role.
- Participate in in-service training and communicate relevant policies and updates to staff.
What You’ll Need
- General Education and Training Certificate (GETC) or Grade 9 (Std 7).
- Relevant housekeeping experience in a healthcare environment.
- Administrative and supervisory experience within the health sector.
- Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and public holidays as required.
- Knowledge of infection prevention and control, cleaning standards, and stock control.
- Strong interpersonal skills to effectively supervise staff and maintain good relationships.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Computer literacy, particularly in MS Word and Excel.
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and handle heavy objects under pressure.
How to Apply
All applications must be hand delivered at: 389 Sophie De Bruyn Street, Pretoria. To submit an application online, click the link under the post you wish to apply for.
Requirements
Minimum educational qualification: General Education and Training Certificate (GETC)/ Grade 9 (Std 7).Experience: Appropriate housekeeping experience in a health environment.
Appropriate administrative and supervisory experience in the health sector.
Inherent requirement of the job: Willingness to work overtime, on weekends and on public holidays.
Willingness to relieve in other support service areas of the hospital when required.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Appropriate knowledge of infection prevention and control, cleaning standards, and linen and stock control.
Ability to supervise staff and to maintain good interpersonal relations.
Good communication skills (verbal and written).
Computer literacy (MS Word and Excel).
Ability to work under pressure, perform physically demanding tasks and handle heavy objects.
Job Duties
Supervise Household Aids to ensure a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene in the hospital, to prevent the spread of infection and safety hazards.Ensure that patients are served the correct diet according to their condition, and that ward kitchens are kept hygienic.
Control linen to ensure that wards have an adequate supply of clean linen.
Control stock, equipment and inventory, and ensure that resources are used cost-effectively.
Perform the administrative and people management duties associated with supervision.
212 Attend in-service training and keep staff informed of relevant policies, notices and changes.
