Cleaning Contract Manager – Port Elizabeth
Company
Empact Group
Location
Gqeberha (+1 other)
Posted
24 days ago
Via
via Talent.com
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Job Description
The Main Purpose of the job
• The successful applicant will be responsible for managing all subordinate staff in integrated services in accordance with sector strategy, contract specifications and statutory regulations.
• This will include managing operational costs, providing operational support, oversee client services, training, audits, and industrial relations related issues in a hospital environment.
Education and Experience
• Minimum 5 years’ cleaning experience specifically in a hospital environment
• Experience in highly commercial and sensitive markets is compulsory
• People management experience
• Project Management experience in cleaning would be an advantage
• Computer literate
• Valid driver’s license with own vehicle will be preferable
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
• Knowledge of the Hospitality cleaning sector
• Knowledge of South African and industry-specific laws
• Knowledge of MS Office; specifically Excel and Word
• Knowledge of HSE
• Proactive approach and attention to detail
• Professional
• Very good customer service skills
• Very good management skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to manage and ensure cost remain within the budget and promote costs saving where achievable
• Ability to draft, extract and analyse reports
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
• Sound administration skills
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment and prioritise effectively
• Ability to work flexible hours when required
Key areas of responsibility
• Operational coordination of Soft Services; ensuring that the standard of service received from external contractors is aligned with Client’s and business’ requirements
• Efficient SLA management and proactively engage with clients to build long-term, profitable relationships
• Effective and efficient people management ensuring a high performing team
• Manage environmental safety in line with the client and business strategy
• The successful applicant will be responsible for managing all subordinate staff in integrated services in accordance with sector strategy, contract specifications and statutory regulations.
• This will include managing operational costs, providing operational support, oversee client services, training, audits, and industrial relations related issues in a hospital environment.
Education and Experience
• Minimum 5 years’ cleaning experience specifically in a hospital environment
• Experience in highly commercial and sensitive markets is compulsory
• People management experience
• Project Management experience in cleaning would be an advantage
• Computer literate
• Valid driver’s license with own vehicle will be preferable
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
• Knowledge of the Hospitality cleaning sector
• Knowledge of South African and industry-specific laws
• Knowledge of MS Office; specifically Excel and Word
• Knowledge of HSE
• Proactive approach and attention to detail
• Professional
• Very good customer service skills
• Very good management skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to manage and ensure cost remain within the budget and promote costs saving where achievable
• Ability to draft, extract and analyse reports
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
• Sound administration skills
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment and prioritise effectively
• Ability to work flexible hours when required
Key areas of responsibility
• Operational coordination of Soft Services; ensuring that the standard of service received from external contractors is aligned with Client’s and business’ requirements
• Efficient SLA management and proactively engage with clients to build long-term, profitable relationships
• Effective and efficient people management ensuring a high performing team
• Manage environmental safety in line with the client and business strategy
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the 2026 national minimum wage for welders in South Africa?
The Department of Employment and Labour sets the national minimum wage at R28.79 per hour from 1 March 2026 for all sectors including welding. Welders working more than 45 hours per week must receive 1.5 times this rate for overtime. Employers must display the wage schedule at every workplace.
Which trade certificate is required to legally work as a welder in South Africa in 2026?
Welders must hold a QCTO-registered occupational certificate in welding at NQF Level 4 obtained after completing a minimum 3-year apprenticeship and passing the trade test at an accredited centre. The certificate number must be verifiable on the QCTO database before any employer can hire the welder.
How many hours per week and days of annual leave apply to welder contracts in 2026?
Welders are limited to 45 ordinary hours per week and 8 hours per day under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act. They are entitled to 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after every 12 months of employment, calculated from the date of engagement.
What documents must South African welders submit when applying for formal employment in 2026?
Applicants must provide a valid South African ID, QCTO trade certificate, valid bank account details, and proof of UIF registration number. Employers are required to verify the trade certificate directly with the QCTO before issuing an employment contract.
