| Government Entity | South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO) |
|---|---|
| Location | Cape Town, Western Cape |
| Centre / Location | Cape Town, Western Cape |
| Closing Date | July 24, 2026 |
| Source and Application | sarao.ac.za |
Period of Contract: 3 years The National Research Foundation (NRF) supports and promotes research and human capital development through funding, the provision of National Research Facilities and science outreach platforms and programmes to the broader community in all fields of science and technology, including natural sciences, engineering, social sciences and humanities. The South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO) spearheads South Africa?s activities in the Square Kilometre Array Radio Telescope, commonly known as the SKA, in engineering, science and construction. SARAO is a National Facility managed by the National Research Foundation and incorporates radio astronomy instruments and programmes such as the MeerKAT telescope in the Karoo, the Hartebeesthoek Radio Astronomy Observatory (HartRAO) in Gauteng, the African Very Long Baseline Interferometry (AVN) programme in nine African countries as well as the associated human capital development and commercialisation endeavours. Provide housekeeping to SKAO and SARAO. Ensure the offices is kept in a clean and safe working environment.
Requirements
2 Year housekeeping & assisting catering services in an office environment Grade 10 Dealing with caterers Preparing food Working with chemicals Working with staff on all levels Working with household chemicals Stock control Cleaning offices General security Understanding the office environment Good interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work as an individual or in a group Sober habits Dress neatly and presentable Meticulous and punctual Reliable & trustworthy
Duties
Daily cleaning of main offices, meeting rooms, lecture rooms, toilets, laboratories, kitchen, and tea-room Assisting with venue cleaning after official events/functions Assisting with stock take of cleaning materials, main kitchen and accommodation facilities kitchen and other items within the facilities not limited to linen, etc. Assist with catering (including steward/waiter service) during official events/functions Assisting with the preparation and presentation of food and refreshments at official events/functions Assisting with venue preparation/setup for official event/ functions Ensuring worksheets are kept up to date All other related duties to this role
Source / Circular Reference
sarao.ac.za