West Coast District
SALARY: R151 884 per annum
CENTRE: Citrusdal Hospital
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: General Education and Training Certificate (GETC)/Grade 9 (Std 7). Experience: Appropriate cleaning experience in an industrial unit. Inherent requirement of the job: Ability to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays and in other departments. Willingness to undergo formal/informal in-service training and to train sub-ordinates. A valid (Code B/EB) Driver’s license. Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Basic computer literacy (MS Word and Excel). Supervisory skills and optimal utilisation of sub-ordinates. Knowledge of Staff Performance Management System. Ability to perform routine structured tasks. Ability to operate machines/equipment cost-effectively. The incumbent must be able to work independently and under pressure. Knowledge of the principles of asepsis to prevent infection, infestation and cross-infection. Knowledge and skills in procurement practices.
DUTIES: Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene within the hospital. Supervisory and performance management of the housekeeping team. Effective utilisation of resources (physical and financial). Responsible for effective communication, overall control and organising of housekeeping tasks in a Health Facility. Respond to customer complaints & special requests. Handle and remove domestic and medical waste. Audit checks for all work areas. Control and issue linen stock as required. Monitor and replenish cleaning product stock. Application of disciplinary procedures and conflict resolution. Supervisor of operational requirements within the Housekeeping unit. In-house training of the housekeeping team in all aspects relating to daily tasks. Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and sanitation policies in all areas.
ENQUIRIES: Mr L Mphato Tel No: (022) 921-2153 249
APPLICATIONS: The Manager: Medical Services, Citrusdal Hospital, Private Bag X14, Citrusdal, 7340.
FOR ATTENTION: Ms A Douries
NOTE: No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
CLOSING DATE: 11 April 2023