University of KwaZulu-Natal | View - Section Head: Cleaning and Cartage

Section Head: Cleaning and Cartage

Listing reference: ukzn_000644

Listing status: Under Review

Apply by: 15 September 2025

Position summary

Industry: Education & Training

Job category: University and Academy

Location: Durban

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

Introduction

INSTITUTIONAL PLANNING AND GOVERNANCE DIVISION SECTION HEAD: CLEANING & CARTAGE (PEROMNES GRADE 09) CAMPUS MANAGEMENT SERVICES HOWARD CAMPUS REF NO: ukzn_000644. Please be informed that the purpose of this erratum is to amend the closing date for receipt of applications. Candidates who previously applied for this position do not need to reapply, as they will be automatically considered. This placement will be in line with the approved Guidelines applicable to all university staff who are appointed to university establishment and funded posts, and who are as a result of Project Renewal, having to be considered for placement in posts in the new university organisational structure, which are now fewer in number, or in some respects different to their original posts held in the previous organisational structure. Preference will be given to candidates who meet the minimum requirements and have the required competencies for the positions under consideration as per the applicable job profile. The skill set may be adaptable to accommodate employees placed on the pool who meet most of the competencies required for the job.

Job description

The University invites applications for a leadership position responsible for overseeing the cleaning and upkeep of all campus buildings and facilities, including laboratories, offices, ablutions, student residences, waste removal, and general litter control.
The incumbent will focus on two key areas: the development and implementation of comprehensive maintenance plans guided by sound policies, budgetary discipline, and environmental compliance; and the effective management of a large cleaning staff to ensure high standards of efficiency and service delivery across the campus.

Minimum requirements

Grade 12 Diploma in Administration/ related
Driver’s Licence (Code 8)
5 years’ experience working in a cleaning environment, of which 2 years must be at a managerial level
Computer Literacy
Contract management
General knowledge of cleaning and cartage management.
OHASA

Advantages:

Previous experience at a municipality/university/ managing cleaning /working with contractors

Short-listed candidates may be required to undertake a skills test.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 15 September 2025.

Enquiries and details regarding this post, including requests for a job profile, may be directed to Fezeka Mbuyane, 031 260 8285

Kindly note that the University of KwaZulu-Natal (“the University”) is required to process any Personal Information (as defined by the Protection of Personal Act, 2013 “POPIA”) submitted by candidates when applying for positions at the University. The provision of the Personal Information is a requirement in terms of the University’s recruitment and selection process. The retention of any personal information is as a consequence of the University being bound by legislative requirements and / or good governance practices as well as record keeping for statistical purposes. The University will endeavor to ensure that the appropriate security measures are in place and implemented for both electronic and paper-based formats that are used for processing of the personal information recorded through this recruitment and selection process.

Benefits

The total remuneration package offered includes benefits.