Job Information
Job Information
Description
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Household Maid (LMO/TS 2)
Company Information
Company
Government of Jamaica
Website
http://bit.ly/GOJJobListing
Contact Name
Office of the Services Commission
Contact Email
communications@osc.gov.jm
Job Type
Full-time
Department
Office of The Governor-General and Staff, Kings House
Category
Maintenance
Posted
17-09-2024
Job Status
Start Publishing
17-09-2024
Stop Publishing
01-10-2024
Applications are invited for the following post in the Office of The Governor-General and Staff, Kings House: Household Maid (LMO/TS 2), salary range $18,647 – $25,078 per week
Job Purpose
Under the supervision of the Senior Household Maid, the Household Maid is responsible for carrying out housekeeping activities in the official residence of The Governor-General. This role requires knowledge of household items and their care and customer service.
The incumbent seeks to achieve the job purpose by embracing, demonstrating and contributing to the Vision of the Office of The Governor-General and Staff: “A culture of excellence through people, performance and partnerships”.
Key Responsibilities
- Dusts, wipes and cleans all wall, ceiling, doors and frames, mirrors, dressing tables, night stands, closets, tables, desks, lamps and shades, appliances and other fixtures and fittings in assigned areas;
- Cleans and disinfects telephone instruments;
- Sweeps, mops and polishes floor areas, paying keen attention to corners and skirting boards;
- Cleans and polishes brass, gold or silver fixtures and fitting, to include door knobs, door hinges, key-hole covers, window levers, window and door stops, using appropriate chemicals and techniques;
- Clears and washes trash bins and inserts liners;
- Carries out bed-making procedures in keeping with Standard Operating Procedures, including fitting and/or removing mattress covers, bed skirting, bed sheets, blankets, spreads, pillows and other decorative items;
- Dusts and dry-vacuums drapes, sofas and chairs. Vacuums carpets and rugs. Carries out spot cleaning procedures as required;
- Cleans and disinfects bathrooms from top to bottom, to include cobwebbing, cleaning tiled surfaces, mirrors, sinks, vanities, fixtures and fittings, shower curtains, bathtub, drain holes, water closet and floors;
- Applies appropriate rotation techniques for bath linens and toiletries in keeping with Standard Operating Procedures;
- Cleans corridors, elevator, stairways and handrails, applies appropriate cleaning methods to each;
- Cleans windows, blinds and insect screens;
- Performs turn-down services in bedrooms in keeping with standard operating procedures;
- Cleans thoroughly, all tools and equipment used in housekeeping activities after each use;
- Reports damage to tools, equipment, linens and other articles that occur while in your care;
- Provides support services for events as required;
- Performs other related duties as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
- Knowledge of brassware, silverware, antiques and their care; knowledge of fabric and garments and their care; knowledge of household furnishings and their care
- Knowledge of chemicals used in housekeeping operations and their correct application
- Knowledge of the operation and care of industrial and domestic machines and equipment
- Understanding of health and safety issues
- Loyal, composed, trustworthy and demonstrates impeccable integrity
- Able to organize, set priorities, multi-task and meet deadlines
- Able to anticipate customer needs, change goals and direction quickly
- A problem-solving and results-driven individual with an eye for detail
- Confidential and professional in personal conduct and execution of duties
Minimum Required Qualification and Experience
- NCTVET/HEART Certification in Housekeeping Operations;
- Completion of secondary level education;
- Two (2) years’ experience working in a similar capacity.
Special Conditions Associated with the Job
- The Household Maid is expected to take a non-traditional approach to working hours. This means that he or she may be required to work a flexible schedule which will include at times, long hours, work on weekends and Public Holidays;
- This position requires spending long hours on one’s feet and often having to lift objects, such as linen bags and storage containers.
Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted via email, no later than Monday, 30th September, 2024 to:
Director, Human Resources and Administration
Office of His Excellency The Governor-General and Staff
King’s House
Hope Road
Kingston 6
Office of His Excellency The Governor-General and Staff
King’s House
Hope Road
Kingston 6
Email: humanresources@kingshouse.gov.jm
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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