About the Role
The Groote Schuur Hospital in Observatory, Cape Town is looking for dedicated Housekeeping Supervisors to join its team. In this essential public service role, you will oversee various housekeeping activities, including linen management, waste management, hygiene services, and contract management. This position plays a crucial role in maintaining the hospital’s environment, ensuring that patients and staff operate in a clean, safe, and welcoming space. With a reputation for excellence in healthcare, Groote Schuur Hospital is committed to serving the community and upholding the highest standards of hygiene and safety.
As a Housekeeping Supervisor, you will be a vital part of a team that fosters health and well-being within the community. Your leadership will influence the quality of service delivery, making a significant impact on patient care and overall hospital operations. This is more than a job; it is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to public health in South Africa while developing your career in the government sector.
About the Department
Groote Schuur Hospital is one of the leading hospitals in South Africa, renowned for its advanced medical care and commitment to public health. As part of the Department of Health, the hospital’s mission is to provide comprehensive healthcare services while promoting health awareness and disease prevention. Working here means being part of a dedicated team that strives to improve the health outcomes of all South Africans, making it a meaningful and rewarding environment.
What You’ll Do
- Supervise and coordinate housekeeping tasks to ensure cleanliness and hygiene across the hospital.
- Manage linen and waste management operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Conduct training sessions for cleaning staff to enhance service delivery and maintain high standards.
- Oversee stock control and maintain records related to housekeeping operations.
- Facilitate terminal cleaning processes and ensure that equipment is in good working order.
- Support the department by providing relief services according to operational needs.
What You’ll Need
- A General Education and Training Certificate (GETC) or Grade 9 qualification.
- Experience in cleaning or housekeeping within a hospital environment, including terminal cleaning and waste management.
- Knowledge of cleaning equipment operation and infection prevention control measures.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with good interpersonal and organizational abilities.
- Capability to work shifts and manage human resources effectively.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
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Requirements
Minimum educational qualification: General Education and Training Certificate (GETC)/Grade 9 (Std 7).Experience: Appropriate cleaning/housekeeping, Terminal Cleaning, Stock Control, Linen Management and Waste Management experience in a hospital environment.
Inherent requirements of the job: Must work shifts.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of how to operate the cleaning equipment, perform terminal cleaning and effective usage of consumables.
Sound verbal and written communication skills.
Good interpersonal, organising and decision-making skills.
Knowledge of cleaning and housekeeping policies, protocols, and procedures as well as Infection Prevention Control measures.
Job Duties
Responsible for overall control, organising, performing and co-ordinating of tasks related to linen, waste management, hygiene services, terminal cleaning, contract management and stock control.Responsible for record-keeping and compilation of reports.
To submit requisition for repairs of broken equipment thus ensuring a safe working environment.
Relief according to the needs of the service.
Coordination of the provision of effective training appropriate to service delivery.
Effectively manage the utilization and supervision of resources as well related HR matters.
To provide training to the cleaning staff.
