Housekeeping Supervisor (2 Posts) (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:

Permanent

Reference No:

MHS601/2026

Location:

Valkenberg Hospital, Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services

REMUNERATION

R 201 093 - R 236 877 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

STARTING DATE

02 Oct 2026

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

16 Oct 2026, 5:00 pm

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

EXPERIENCE

Appropriate cleaning, linen and housekeeping experience in a hospital environment.

ENQUIRIES

Mr Zintle Sobekwa. tel. no. (021) 440 3203

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

General Education and Training Certificate (GETC)/Grade 9 (Std 7).

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays. Willingness to work overtime and relief duties in other wards to ensure effective provision of services.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Proper working knowledge of all cleaning and housekeeping policies, protocols, procedures and good work ethics. Good interpersonal, organising and decision-making skills. Knowledge of safety and hygiene standards. Knowledge of inventory/stock control. Ability to work in a team and independently. Computer literacy (Microsoft Word and Excel).

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Responsible for overall control, organizing, performing and coordinating tasks related to food, linen and hygiene services. Ensure the control of cleaning, sorting, counting, unpacking and wash/sluice linen and patient clothing. Effective management with regard to ordering, utilization, control of cleaning, household items and equipment. Responsible for record-keeping and compilation of reports. Coordination of the provision of effective training appropriate to service delivery. Effectively manage the utilisation and supervision of resources as well related HR matters.

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

• It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.