Wits Health Consortium (Pty) Ltd is seeking a General Assistant on a temporary contract.
The Consortium is a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of the Witwatersrand, specializing in health research and services.
As a division of Wits Health Consortium, the organization is committed to excellence and quality service delivery.
- Main Purpose of the Job: To maintain a safe and clean working environment and to provide office support and refreshments at scheduled times.
- Location: Wits RHI Lejweleputswa CRS IE Business Centre, 389 Cnr Bulten and Stateway Blvd, Welkom
- Closing Date: 13 May 2025
Key Performance Areas
- Empty all waste bins daily.
- Stock bathrooms with relevant supplies.
- Dust office furniture and equipment (telephones, light switches, sockets, skirting, computers, whiteboards).
- Polish office furniture.
- Sweep and mop assigned floors.
- Comply with relevant health and safety policies.
- Safely store cleaning materials.
- Monitor usage and stock levels of site groceries, consumables, and supplies.
- Report any defects to management to ensure safety and repairs.
- Report procurement, repair, or replacement needs to management.
- Perform other tasks as per duty roster.
- Setup crockery and refreshments in relevant venues at scheduled times.
- Tidy and clean areas after meetings or events.
- Wash crockery and pack away neatly.
- Refuel and conduct general inspection of the generator.
- Start and stop generator operation as required.
- Maintain standby preparedness.
Minimum Education and Training
- Grade 12 or minimum 5 years relevant working experience.
Desirable Additional Education, Work Experience, and Personal Abilities
- Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently.
- Capable of working with minimum supervision.
- Able to lift heavy materials and use a ladder safely.
- Sound customer and service orientation.
- Friendly, helpful, and professional demeanor.
- Self-motivated with high regard for work ethic, values, and integrity.
- Take ownership and accountability for tasks.
- Maintain quality and productivity standards consistently.
- Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback.
- Participate in ongoing training and development activities.
Work Experience Required
- Minimum 6 months experience in office cleaning.
Additional Information
In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments.
Application Submission:
Interested candidates are encouraged to send an email to vacancy32@wrhi.ac.za with the following documents:
- A cover letter (maximum one page) clearly stating the vacancy and position applied for.
- A detailed CV.
- Subject line: TM 09-2025 – Job Title Applying For
Please note:
The Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates. Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications unsuccessful.
Wits Health Consortium (Pty) Ltd is committed to equal opportunity employment and encourages suitable candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
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