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Nelson Mandela University: Support Services Assistants: Cleaning (14 Posts)

Nelson Mandela University: Support Services Assistants: Cleaning (14 Posts)

CORE PURPOSE OF JOB:

To provide cleaning services to the university community in relation to academic and support areas i.e. maintaining a clean and hygienic environment at the university.
To provide an excellent, professional cleaning service to the university students, staff, and visitors.

Cleaning of Mandela University Buildings / venues including corridors and public /outdoor spaces/areas.
General and deep cleaning of floors and surfaces (includes dusting (including high level or vertical dusting)), sweeping/vacuuming, mopping/washing, scrubbing, polishing as well as carpet cleaning.
General and deep cleaning of ablution facilities
General and deep cleaning of NMU buildings: offices, classrooms, residences, tv rooms, laundry areas, staff rooms, libraries, labs, conference rooms
General and Deep Cleaning of kitchens
General and Deep Cleaning of outdoor areas
Occupational health & safety
Collection of keys/swipe cards, cleaning consumables, cleaning equipment and accountability thereof.

Grade 8 – 12
A minimum of 0 – 12 months experience in a cleaning position within operations or similar environment with a proven record of teamwork.

A sound knowledge of cleaning procedures/methods and use of cleaning materials and Equipment
A working knowledge of strip and seal procedures so as carpet cleaning
Good interpersonal skills with sound communication abilities.
Good planning and organisational skills.
Ability to work in teams and independently without being supervised.
Physically fit and able to perform duties required by the job description according to the minimum standards.
Customer focus
Flexibility
Literacy skills
Punctuality and time management
Teamwork
Accountability

A caring attitude and good sense of customer service
Ability to work using own initiative as well as being a good team player.
Possess the ability to work under pressure and in stressful situations.
Willing to work during the university vacation period, after hours and public holidays.