Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
SALARY : R193 359 per annum CENTRE : Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory
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: Willingness to work overtime and shifts. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of cleaning and housekeeping policies, protocols, and procedures, as well as Infection Prevention and Control measures. Knowledge of how to operate the cleaning equipment, perform terminal cleaning, and effectively use consumables. Good interpersonal, organising, and decision-making skills. Sound verbal and written communication skills.
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. Effectively manage the utilization and supervision of resources as well as related HR matters. Coordination of the provision of effective training appropriate to service delivery. Provide training to the cleaning staff.
ENQUIRIES : Ms M Afrika Tel No: (021) 404-6262
APPLICATIONS : Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to a practical assessment. The pool of applications will be considered for vacancies within Groote Schuur Hospital, for a period of three months from the date of the advert, provided that the job title, core functions, inherent requirements, and salary level are the same as those of the advertised post.
CLOSING DATE : 06 February 2026, 05:00 PM