Housekeeping Manager (post level 12) at University of the Free State

Duties and responsibilities:

• Manage cleaning staff and housekeeping processes in appointed UFS accommodation categories.
• Administer and manage the supplies and apparatus in appointed accommodation categories.
• Report and the follow up on maintenance requests in appointed accommodation categories.
• Manage and perform tasks with regard to conferences at a basic level, where applicable. This entails the cleaning and making of beds in good time.
• Fill in time registers and leave application forms of cleaning staff.
• Maintain good work discipline among cleaning staff by means of the appropriate corrective measures.
• Carry out inspections to ensure a high standard of hygiene.
• Perform any ad hoc tasks concerning the cleanliness and neatness of UFS residences.

Inherent requirements:

• Grade 12 or National Vocational Certificate on NQF level 4.

Recommendations”

• A minimum of two (2) years' experience in a colour code cleaning system.
• A minimum of two (2) years' experience in the management of cleaning products and apparatus as prescribed by a colour code cleaning system.

Competencies

Required competencies:

Results orientated:

• The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
• The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.

Strategic thinking:

• The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
• The ability to plan work and to follow plans.

Business acumen:

• The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
• Proficient in using MS Office.
• Knowledge of colour coding cleaning systems.

Leading:

• The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
• The ability to be cooperative with others, display good-natured attitude, and encourage people to work together.

Building coalitions:

• The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
• The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.