Department of Health HOUSEHOLD WORKERS LEVEL

Requirements :

Minimum qualification Grade 10 / ABET Level 4 certificate and above (original certified school report / transcript of not more than 6 months). Must be able to cope with the physical demands of the position. Proven previous experience in cleaning / household will be an added advantage.

Loading / offloading and packaging will be an added advantage. Ability to read and write. Ability to operate machines. Willingness to learn. Be able to work in a team and under pressure. Willing to work shifts, weekends, public holidays and nights. Good interpersonal skills. Time management and strong customer service.

Duties :

Ensure a clean and secure environment for patients and personnel. E.g. cleaning and dusting of all surfaces in wards, cupboards, microwaves, refrigerators, kitchens, bathrooms, sluices, offices, floors and windows. Disposing of medical and general waste from the wards. Management of dirty and clean linen. 

Collect and return food trolleys, serve meals, tea, coffee and water to the patients. Clean, manage and control cutlery and crockery. Collect cleaning materials and waste containers. Unpack consumables and clean linen. Adhere to safety regulations. Disinfection of beds after patient is demised or discharged. Perform duties as required per job description, work schedule and delegated duties by Supervisor.

Notes :

THIS IS A RE-ADVERTISEMENT, PREVIOUS APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO RE-APPLY. Medical surveillance will be conducted on the recommended applicants, at no cost. People with disabilities are welcome to apply, however the nature of disability will be considered for the job. 

Applications must be filled on a new Z83 form effective from 1 January 2021 accompanied by a CV highlighting or stating the requirements mentioned above; and Required documents need not be certified when applying for a post, only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from HR. 

Applicants who do not comply with the above mentioned requirements will not be considered. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. Failure to submit the required documents will result in the application not being considered. Qualifications of candidates recommended for appointment will be verified. Persons in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). 

Candidates will be subjected to security screening and vetting process Applications received after closing date will not be accepted. The Department reserves the right to not make an appointment. Candidates will be expected to be available for selection interviews on the date, time and place determined by the Department. 

Applications must be submitted to: Kalafong Provincial Tertiary Hospital, Human Resource Department, Private Bag X396, Pretoria, 0001. Hand Delivery at Kalafong Security Gate and sign in register book or apply online at www.professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za. PLEASE NOTE: The Public Service does not charge any fees for applying for posts. Should you be asked for a fee, please let the authorities know.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Kalafong Provincial Tertiary Hospital

 

Criteria Questions

Do you have at least Grade 10 / ABET level 4 certificate?

Do you have proven previous experience in cleaning / household work?

Are you willing to work shifts, weekend, public holidays and nights?

Please Notes :

Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.

  • Reference Number : refs/012612
  • Directorate : Nursing Services
  • Number of Posts : 5
  • Package : R102 534.00 – R120 780.00 per annum (plus benefits)
  • Enquiries : Ms. D. Thage, Tel. No. (012) 318-6889/6930

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