CLEANING AND LANDSCAPING COORDINATOR V000235

Bachelor’s Degree (NQF7) in Horticulture/Agriculture/Landscaping.Minimum three (3) years’ experience in landscaping and/or sports ground maintenance environment or cleaning.Code 08 Drivers Licence.ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:Three (3) years’ experience in project or event management.KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:Interpreting tenders and chairing meetings.Formal written and verbal communication skills.Computer literacy in Microsoft Office.Good financial knowledge and ability to interpret budgets.KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:Enthusiastic team player with positive social and interpersonal skills.Able to operate with minimum supervision. Control orientated person.Pro-active and innovative problem-solver.Demonstration of language proficiency to function optimally in the various multilingual environment of the NWU.Remuneration: The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.  ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Vincent Rababalela on 016 910 3142 ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Moratuwa Motsemme on 018 299 4958CLOSING DATE: 10 September 2026PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official nwu vacancy website.Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered. The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. 

PURPOSE OF THE POSITIONDay to day supervision and management cleaning, hygiene, Landscaping, gardening, and turf contracts including the coordination and management of related service requests. JOB DESCRIPTIONKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Cleaning Services ManagementManage and coordinate cleaning services across campus buildings and related facilities, ensure cleaning standards, service schedules and agreed service levels are consistently achieved; monitor service provider performance and implement corrective actions where required. Landscaping, Turf & Sports Facilities Maintenance Coordinate and supervise landscaping, garden, turf and sports ground maintenance; ensure reactive and planned maintenance is completed to required standards; monitor irrigation, waste management, environmental and land-improvement activities. Hygiene & Environmental Standards Ensure appropriate hygiene standards are maintained across buildings and related facilities; conduct inspections and quality assurance; identify hygiene deficiencies and ensure timely corrective action to maintain a safe, clean and suitable environment. Maintenance Planning & IWMS Management Implement and monitor the IWMS; ensure maintenance requests are captured and managed effectively; track deferred maintenance; optimise planned maintenance and minimise emergency/unscheduled maintenance. Cleaning & Landscaping Contract Management Manage and administer cleaning and landscaping service provider contracts; monitor performance against contractual requirements; manage deviations and non-performance; implement corrective and contractual measures where necessary. Quality Assurance & Site Inspections Conduct regular physical inspections of buildings, cleaning areas, landscaped areas, sports grounds and related facilities; monitor service quality and ensure standards are maintained. Stakeholder & Customer Management Liaise with academic/support departments, students, clients, contractors and other role players; coordinate service requirements for special events and maintain effective stakeholder relationships. Personnel Management, Administration & Planning Supervise and coordinate personnel and service activities; manage administrative requirements, work schedules, planning and operational records; ensure effective utilisation of resources. Occupational Health, Safety & Risk Compliance Identify and manage operational, contractual, environmental and OHS risks; monitor compliance with applicable requirements and ensure appropriate corrective measures are implemented. Financial Management & Reporting Monitor expenditure and service-related budgets; contribute to budget planning and control; compile and provide operational reports to management. 

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