Job Description

The Faircape Group operates 6 high end retirement/lifestyle villages in the Western Cape.

We are seeking an Assistant Housekeeping Supervisor (Temporary) to assist with a maternity cover at our facility Noordhoek Manor within the Southern Suburbs, to carry out various cleaning duties and to ensure our facilities are in an orderly condition.

(Preference will be given to candidates residing within the Fish Hoek area)

Job duties include, but is not limited to the following:

• Healthcare and Body Corporate - General cleaning of all areas within the Healthcare and within the Body Corporate/Clubhouse including but not limited to dusting, sweeping vacuuming, mopping
• Carrying out heavy cleaning tasks and special projects upon request
• Performing specialised cleaning within the Healthcare
• Doing chemical and stock management
• Reporting any areas of concern and any maintenance requirements such as a light bulb replacement, leaking wash basin etc
• Assistant to the supervisor and takes on full scope of responsibilities in their absence
• Follow all health and safety regulations

Experience and knowledge:

• 18 months cleaning experience / Healthcare cleaning experience (advantageous)
• Supervisory experience
• Computer Literacy
• Excellent working knowledge of cleaning appliances and their operations
• Knowledge regarding the proper use of cleaning/chemical agents
• Attention to detail and good communication skills
• We will require a written reference in order to proceed with your application

Skills, Knowledge and Attributes:

• Interpersonal skills
• Leadership abilities
• Accountability and dependability
• Hardworking and dedicated to achieving department goals
• Takes initiative
• Problem solving abilities
• Ability to work to a schedule and follow instructions effectively
• Leads by example
• Has a positive attitude towards their duties (can-do-attitude)
• Honesty and integrity
• Respect towards fellow staff members, management, residents/patients
• Emotional intelligence and maturity
• Is trustworthy and maintains confidentiality

Specific Requirements

• No criminal record
• Solid and positive references
• Clear health record
• Clear credit record

Salary on offer from R 6,000.00 Cost to Company per month.

Working Hours: You will be required to work 16.25 shifts per month, as per the roster from 06h30 until 18h30. Normal working days are Mondays to Sundays, including public holidays.

Should you not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Faircape Group