A leading client in the Retail sector based in Pietermaritzburg is seeking to appoint a reliable and hardworking Housekeeper to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a clean, hygienic and safe environment within the store and surrounding areas, ensuring a pleasant shopping experience for customers and a productive workspace for staff.
Key Responsibilities:
- Clean and maintain store floors, including sweeping, mopping, and polishing
- Ensure all windows, glass surfaces, and mirrors are clean and streak-free
- Dust, wipe, and sanitize shelves, displays, and fixtures
- Maintain cleanliness of parking areas and outside premises
- Empty bins and ensure proper waste disposal in line with company standards
- Clean and sanitize high-touch areas regularly (e.g. door handles, counters)
- Report any maintenance issues or damages to management
- Ensure cleaning equipment is used correctly and stored safely
- Adhere to all health and safety regulations at all times.
Minimum Requirements:
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- Minimum of 1–2 years’ housekeeping/cleaning experience within a retail environment
- Good understanding of cleaning procedures and products
- Physically fit and able to perform manual duties
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good time management and reliability.
Key Competencies:
- Strong work ethic and high level of responsibility
- Attention to detail and cleanliness standards
- Ability to work under pressure in a busy retail environment
- Good communication skills
- Punctual and dependable
- Proactive and able to take initiative.