General Assistant vacancy (cleaning and housekeeping) at the University of Cape Town
DEADLINE: 24 December 2024
The University of Cape Town Lung Institute, Institute require applications for a Part-Time General Assistant on a Fixed Term Contract in their Housekeeping Department.
The Lung Institute, situated in George Street, Mowbray, is wholly-owned subsidiary of the University of Cape Town and is recognised internationally as a leader in the study of treatments for airways diseases, having performed more than 150 research projects field.
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 / Matric (advantageous)
- Previous cleaning / housekeeping experience
- Ability to use various cleaning machinery and products
The ideal candidate must be
- Able to work in a medical environment
- Team worker
- Detail-orientated
- High work standards
- Adaptable and flexible
- High degree of confidentiality
- Proficient in English
Responsibilities include (but not limited to)
- Housekeeping duties (cleaning and sanitizing work areas and public spaces in the building)
- Manage stock / supply of consumables as well as order and replenish stock as required
- Ensure health and safety is maintained
- Report any hazardous situations
- Assist with moving equipment in the building
- Assist with recycling and compost ventures
Additional Information:
- Part-Time / Flexible position (keep track of hours on a timesheet)
- 6-month Fixed Term Contract
- Position will be based at the UCT Lung Institute in Mowbray, Cape Town