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PRINCIPAL HOUSEKEEPING SUPERVISOR

Provincial Administration: Western Cape

Salary band

R 237 453

Closing date

11 September 2026

Reference

PSC 31/457

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About this role

Department

Provincial Administration: Western Cape

Location

Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory

Salary

R237 453 per annum

Requirements

Minimum educational qualification: Senior certificate (grade 12 or equivalent). Experience: Appropriate experience in Cleaning, Contract Management, Waste Management, and personnel/office management. Inherent requirements of the job: Must work shifts. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Computer literacy (MS Word and MS Excel) and knowledge of Cost Centre Requisition System (Health Technology - Clinicom Production). Knowledge of HR Policies and Disciplinary Code and Procedure. Knowledge in cleaning materials/equipment. Good communication skills (verbal and written).

Duties

Manage hygienic responsibilities within allocated areas including the Supervision of allocated EHS staff and contractors as well as Waste Management. Provide a safe, cost-effective and an optimal cleaning service that includes the supervision of agency staff as per contract. Provide personnel administration duties that is allowances, pay sheets, leave application. Ensure an effective Human Resource Management support function to the Administrative Officer with regards to areas of responsibilities such as exits, recruitment and selection, Staff Performance Reviews, attending meetings and monitoring of registers. Effective stock control as well as ordering of stock.

Enquiries

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

Notes

No payment of any kind is required when applying for these posts.

Closing Date

2026-09-11T17:00:00+02:00

About teaching and educator roles in South Africa

Teaching posts in South Africa are advertised through provincial departments of education and must be applied for through the relevant provincial education department's HR process, not directly to schools. Registration with the South African Council for Educators (SACE) is mandatory for all teaching positions. Posts are classified by phase (Foundation, Intermediate, Senior, and FET) and by subject, and your application must match the phase and subject specified in the advert.

·Include your SACE registration number on your CV. Applications without it will not be processed.
·Post level 1 is a classroom educator, post level 2 is a head of department, and post level 3 and above are for principal and deputy principal roles.
·The Funza Lushaka bursary scheme has obligations attached. If you are a Funza recipient, you are required to teach at a school assigned by the department for the same number of years as the bursary.
·Shortage subjects including Mathematics, Physical Sciences, and Accounting attract more interview opportunities than general subjects.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Provincial Administration: Western Cape. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

  • ·Minimum educational qualification: Senior certificate (grade 12 or equivalent)
  • ·Experience: Appropriate experience in Cleaning, Contract Management, Waste Management, and personnel/office management
  • ·Inherent requirements of the job: Must work shifts
  • ·Competencies (knowledge/skills): Computer literacy (MS Word and MS Excel) and knowledge of Cost Centre Requisition System (Health Technology - Clinicom Production)
  • ·Knowledge of HR Policies and Disciplinary Code and Procedure
  • ·Knowledge in cleaning materials/equipment
  • ·Good communication skills (verbal and written)

Key Duties

  • ·Manage hygienic responsibilities within allocated areas including the Supervision of allocated EHS staff and contractors as well as Waste Management
  • ·Provide a safe, cost-effective and an optimal cleaning service that includes the supervision of agency staff as per contract
  • ·Provide personnel administration duties that is allowances, pay sheets, leave application
  • ·Ensure an effective Human Resource Management support function to the Administrative Officer with regards to areas of responsibilities such as exits, recruitment and selection, Staff Performance Reviews, attending meetings and monitoring of registers
  • ·Effective stock control as well as ordering of stock

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

  • Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
  • Check the advert before attaching ID or qualification copies. Supporting documents may be requested only from shortlisted candidates.
  • Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
  • Submit your complete application package to ddsbdrecruit77@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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How do I apply for the PRINCIPAL HOUSEKEEPING SUPERVISOR position at Provincial Administration: Western Cape?+

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What is the salary for the PRINCIPAL HOUSEKEEPING SUPERVISOR position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 237 453. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

When does the PRINCIPAL HOUSEKEEPING SUPERVISOR application close?+

The closing date for this position is 11 September 2026 - 14 days from today. Late applications are not accepted by South African employers. Submit your application well before the deadline. NewGenJobs sends you a reminder before your tracked jobs close.