Messenger/Cleaner at University of the Free State

Duties and responsibilities:

Cleaning Administration:

• Clean and sanitize all areas, including offices, counselling rooms, waiting areas, restrooms and common areas. 
• Wash dishes daily and ensure sinks and kitchen surfaces are left clean and tidy. 
• Ensure the waiting room is tidy, with chairs properly arranged and handouts neatly displayed. 
• Empty trash cans and dispose of waste appropriately.
• Sweep, mop and vacuum floors. 
• Dust and polish furniture and fittings. 
• Clean windows, glass partitions and mirrors. 
• Restock supplies such as toilet paper, soap and paper towels.
• Report any maintenance or repair needs to the Office Manager within Student Counselling and Development (SCD). 
• Ensure all cleaning materials and equipment are used safely and stored correctly. 
• Follow health and safety guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries. 
• Identify and report potential safety hazards.

Client interaction: 

• Maintain a friendly and professional demeanour with students, staff, and visitors. 
• Respond promptly to any cleaning requests or concerns raised by staff members. 
• Provide support during departmental events by ensuring the areas are clean and presentable. 
• Monitor cleaning supplies and report inventory levels to the Office Manager within SCD. 
• Assist in ordering and restocking cleaning materials as needed. 
• Work closely with the Office Manager and other cleaning staff to ensure all areas are maintained to the highest standards. 
• Participate in team meetings and training sessions as required. 

General Administration: 

• Assist with basic administrative tasks such as shredding of documents and filing. 
• Submit an inventory list of office supplies to the Office Manager of SCD. 
• Assist with setting up meeting rooms, including arranging furniture and equipment. 
• Collection and delivery of mail and other materials, as required.
• Ensuring that tea, water and refreshments are served and provided to the management staff and at official meetings, as requested. 

Inherent requirements:

• Grade 10 on NQF level 2 (attach proof).
• Experience relating to the duties and responsibilities set out above.

Recommendations:

• Grade 12 on NQF level 4.
• One (1) year of experience in the relevant duties. 
• Speak English fluently (ability to understand, read and write English). 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to function with ease in a professional team. 
• Stay within Bloemfontein or in close vicinity of Bloemfontein. 
• Competency in an additional African language.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and supplies. 
• Basic understanding of health and safety regulations.