Assistant Manager: Central Cleaning Services (Readvertisement)

Rhodes University; Oos-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 540 000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution in South Africa is seeking an Assistant Manager for Central Cleaning Services. This role involves managing the housekeeping department, ensuring exceptional service delivery, and supporting various hospitality operations. Ideal candidates must hold a relevant degree and have extensive experience in a related environment. Strong organizational, administrative, and supervisory skills are essential. This is a permanent position based in Oos-Kaap, with a competitive salary package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in hospitality services.
• Previous administrative experience in a computerized environment.
• At least 3 years’ experience supervising or managing staff.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience in cleaning and quality methodologies.
• Experience in stock control.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Manager: Housekeeping Services with department management.
• Ensure delivery of high standards in service to the university.

Skills

Supervising staff

Planning and organization

Administrative skills

Cleaning methodologies knowledge

Stock control

Education

Relevant degree/diploma (NQF Level 7)

Job description

Assistant Manager: Central Cleaning Services (Grade 13)

Division of Residential Operations

The Division of Residential Operations invites suitably qualified candidates to join its team.

The Department

The Residential Operations Division is committed to providing a range of support services that enhance and complement the education experience of all students at the university. We also commit ourselves to providing excellent hospitality and administration services to all internal and external customers of RU. This is done through various services, including:

• Food Services
• Housekeeping Services
• Conference and Events Services
• Central Cleaning Services
• Mail Room Services
• Janitorial Services

Main Objectives

The main objective of this job is to assist the Manager: Housekeeping Services with the management and administration of the Housekeeping Services department to ensure the delivery of a high standard of service to Rhodes University.

The Requirements

A relevant degree/diploma (NQF Level 7) preferably in Hospitality Management, plus at least approximately 4 years’ relevant experience, where such experience includes:

• Previous experience working in a hospitality service-related environment where the key focus has been on the planning and organization of service delivery.
• Previous administrative experience within a computerized administration environment.
• At least 3 years’ experience supervising and/or managing staff.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Previous experience and/or knowledge of cleaning and quality methodologies.
• Previous experience in stock control.

Application Process

It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

Documents Required

• A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following:
  • Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
  • Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
• A strong and succinct motivation outlining your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job.

Please note that no hand‑written applications will be considered. Your application must be submitted via our website and online recruitment system. Failure to submit all documentation and respond to all the questions asked appropriately will result in an application being disqualified.

Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application can be submitted to [e-mail].

Selection Process (provisional date, subject to change)

• Short‑listing meeting date will be confirmed.
• The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
• Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.

Remuneration per annum (Grade 13)

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R539 568

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R710 658

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as a permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed‑term contract of not less than three years. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.

Closing Date

21 November 2025

This advertisement may be closed before the indicated closing date if a high number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, please submit it as soon as possible.

If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission.

Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply.

Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University's Recruitment and Selection policies.