Midlands State University is hiring a Supervisor-Cleaning Services
Duties and Responsibilities
-Overseeing staff performance on a daily basis. -Spearheading the mechanisation drive for the cleaning section. -Ensuring that the University venues meet the prescribed standards of cleanliness, fumigation, and sanitization protocols at all times. -Training and motivating staff on customer interface, cleaning and maintenance duties, and safe and proper use of PPE; tools, equipment, and chemicals. -Supervising deep cleaning of venues during vacation. -Planning employee work schedules, ensuring the most effective utilization of personnel, materials, and equipment, and monitoring and recording the use of labour and supplies. -Planning leave roaster, managing staff absenteeism, and inculcating discipline and correct work ethics. -Budgeting estimates of the types and amounts of materials and equipment needed, requesting for their purchase, and issuing the material and equipment as needed. -Supervising the preparation of venues for routine seasonal/special events, and ensuring that the venues are ready on time and meet the function requirements. -Inspecting campus indoor sports facilities and reporting needed repairs and maintenance. -Contributing to the success of the Central Services and Amenities Department by performing all other essential duties as assigned. -Supervising the consistent replenishment of reservoir water supplies. -Submission of weekly and monthly performance review reports. -Contributing to the success of the Central Services and Amenities Department by performing all other essential duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience
-Diploma in Management or Social Sciences -5 Ordinary level passes including English Language -At least 2 years experience supervising cleaning/housekeeping services. -Experience in a tertiary institution is an added advantage
Person Specification -The ability to multitask. -The ability to stand for extended periods of time. -Ability to work after normal working hours. -Excellent organizational and time management skills. -Exceptional customer service skills. -Effective verbal and written communication skills. -To submit a Portfolio of events coordination by the incumbent, if shortlisted
How to Apply
Applicants must submit copies of applications with the following: application letter, certified certificates, and curriculum vitae giving full details of names, place and date of birth, experience, present salary, date of availability, contact telephone number (s), and names and email addresses of three referees to:
Deputy Registrar (Human Resource) Midlands State University
*NB: Midlands State University is an equal opportunities employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Application documents must be in a single-scan pdf format. The closing date for this advert is 08 November 2024.
Applicants should clearly state the post being applied for in the subject line.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 30 days from the closing date of the advert. If not contacted, your application will be deemed not successful.
