Housekeeping Supervisor (X2 Posts)

Closing date: 18 Sep 2026
Department: Western Cape - Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness
Opportunity expired: Applications for this DPSA vacancy have closed on 18 Sep 2026. This page is kept live for reference and to help applicants find similar current opportunities.

Salary: R201 093 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: Must work shifts.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of how to operate the cleaning equipment, perform terminal cleaning and effective usage of
consumables.
Sound verbal and written communication skills.
Good interpersonal, organising and decision-making skills.
Knowledge of cleaning and housekeeping policies, protocols, and procedures as well as Infection Prevention Control measures.

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.
Coordination of the provision of effective training appropriate to service delivery.
Effectively manage the utilization and supervision of resources as well related HR matters.
To provide training to the cleaning staff.

Enquiries

Ms M Afrika Tel No: (021) 404-3236

Applications

Applications are submitted online via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs
(click “online applications”).

Please note: this opportunity has expired, so the application details above are for reference only.

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