Sport Cleaner (post level 18) Facilities Management (Job ID 6544)

How to apply:
Hard copy applications may be submitted at:
The University of the Free State Bloemfontein Campus George du Toit Building Human Resources Department 2nd Floor Reception.
OR
Online through the official UFS vacancy website: The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!
To ensure your application is complete you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements as well as the following standard documentation:
A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).
Proof that Grade 10 (NQF Level 2) or higher has been passed (acceptable proof may include a school report or an official document from the school indicating the highest school grade passed).
Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter appointment contract service certificate or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).

Duties and responsibilities:
Carry out duties as required including sweeping dusting toilet cleaning mopping and use of vacuum cleaners.
Use electrical and mechanical equipment floor polishers etc. when necessary and after appropriate training.
Use of stepladders when necessary and with due regard to the Health & Safety of themselves or others.
Use of cleaning materials in accordance with manufacturers printed instructions and Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations.
Responsible for the care of all assigned cleaning equipment and materials.
Ensure where practicable that windows and doors are closed and locked when leaving rooms.
Restocking supplies.
Set up and clean for events where applicable.
Ad hoc duties if in line with work schedule.
Relay client requests to Senior Assistant Officer.
Communicate with clients regarding service and reasonable client requests.
Report faulty equipment to the Senior Assistant Officer.
Report maintenance issues to the Senior Assistant Officer.

Inherent requirements:
Grade 10 (NQF Level 2)(attach proof).
Experience in general cleaning including cleaning and maintaining facilities using cleaning equipment and handling cleaning materials and chemicals.

Recommendations:
A minimum of 1 (one) year of relevant experience in general cleaning including cleaning and maintaining facilities using cleaning equipment and handling cleaning materials and chemicals.

Required competencies:
Results Orientated:
- The ability to set high standards establish tough goals and to work to achieve success.
- The ability to be reliable responsible dependable and to fulfil obligations.
Strategic Thinking:
- The ability to focus on details work towards perfection and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
- The ability to plan work and to follow plans.
Business Acumen:
- The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
- Proficient in using MS Office.
Leading:
- The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation energy and enthusiasm.
- The ability to be cooperative with others display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
Building Coalitions:
- The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
- The ability to make decisions through consultation collaboration and working with close supervision.

Assumption of duties:
As soon as possible.

Closing date:
27 August 2026

Salary:
The annual remuneration package including benefits is R 127080.97 per annum depending on the budget available for the position relevant work experience and qualifications.

Fringe benefits:
(Subject to specific conditions) Pension scheme medical aid scheme group life insurance housing allowance leave and sick leave service bonus and study benefits.

Enquiries:
For enquiries ONLY please feel free to contact or email .Additionally kindly contact/ 7659 for assistance.

General:
The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence diversity and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Plan is available at:

The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.

The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.