HOUSEKEEPER

VACANCY: JOINT MEDICAL HOLDINGS

DIVISION:

DURDOC HOSPITAL- LAUNDRY/ HOUSEKEEPING

JOB TITLE:

HOUSEKEEPER

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The incumbent is responsible for planning, organizing, conducting, and managing effective Housekeeping

and laundry in the hospital.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

The key performance areas in which the incumbent is expected to demonstrate proficiency are as follows:

Manage linen and laundry requirements.

Manage and maintain the consumption and distribution of consumable items.

Manage and monitor waste service delivery compliance and escalate service failures.

Conduct daily housekeeping rounds and address identified issues promptly.

Manage outsourced services and maintain Service level agreement (SLA) compliance.

Supervise staff and coordinate staff activities.

Maintain accurate stock Control, Inventory and reconciliation of stock items.

Manage the condemning and scrapping process.

Ensure overall hospital housekeeping standards meet regulatory and internal benchmarks.

Coordinate uniform distribution and availability for all hospital staff and maintain accurate inventory and replacement schedules.

Preparation and follow through of relevant motivations.

Support cost control initiatives and budget adherence.

Maintain accurate audit records.

COMPETENCIES (The following will be advantageous)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

(Educational Qualifications & Experience)

• Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent qualification.

• Basic computer literacy.

• Basic knowledge of housekeeping practices and procedures.

• Previous experience in a hospital or healthcare environment will be an advantage.

SKILLS

(Practical & Technical)

• Understanding and application of Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) principles, including adherence to isolation procedures and workplace safety protocols.

• Knowledge of waste management practices, including the safe segregation, handling, and disposal of general, clinical, and hazardous waste, as well as proper recordkeeping.

• Ability to monitor and manage linen usage effectively, including tracking issued, used, and returned items, identifying discrepancies, and overseeing processes such as condemning and procurement.

• Competence in spill management, including the safe and effective handling of biohazardous spills in accordance with safety guidelines.

• Ability to follow cleaning schedules, task lists, and checklists accurately and consistently, ensuring compliance with hygiene and quality standards.

BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES

(Personality Characteristics)

Attention to detail to ensure high standards of cleanliness and hygiene are maintained.

Time management skills to complete tasks efficiently within allocated timeframes.

Communication skills to interact effectively with staff, patients, and supervisors.

Teamwork and cooperation to work collaboratively within the healthcare team.

Accountability and reliability, including punctuality and taking responsibility for assigned duties.

Adaptability and flexibility to respond to changing priorities and emergency needs.

Professionalism and respect, especially when working in patient-care areas.

Understanding of confidentiality and patient privacy principles.

JMH VALUES

(Commitment)

• We respect the dignity of an individual.

• We are committed to giving our doctors top quality service.

• We are committed to building an atmosphere of trust, and to train and develop our staff to their fullest potential.

• We are committed to providing our shareholders with a fair rate of return on their investment.

• We will act in a responsible manner towards our physical and social environment.

Please apply via: https://jmh.co.za/career

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Closing date for applications is 30 June 2026

Yours faithfully

Jenny Bux Group HR Manager