Plans daily projects scheduling of staff according to requirements. Assigns housekeeper area to staff availability and special cleaning needs. Facilitates smooth operation of wards and departments by responding promptly to requests for assistance, and ensures correct chemical dilution rates used and infection control procedures. Completes the tasks and special projects within target and can demonstrate flexibility and adapt to changes in departmental and hospital policies and procedures as required.

• Supervises housekeepers in their assigned area of responsibility.
• Ensures that housekeepers are performing tasks as per schedule and as per standard required.
• Ensures that tasks and special projects are completed within target.
• Assists in the development of housekeeping standards and DPPs.
• Ensures JCIA and Infection Control codes are maintained without exception to provide an Environmentally safe facility.
• Plans daily projects and scheduling of staff according to requirements.
• Plans and organises periodic and special cleaning assignments.
• Adjusts housekeeper's area assigned to staff availability and special cleaning needs.
• Supervises receipt and issue of materials and equipment.
• Orders supplies as needed in adequate time to ensure a proper amount is on hand at all times.
• Ensures application of waste management code of practice.
• Ensures equipment is used, stored cleaned and maintained safely.
• Ensures effective use of manpower and material resources.
• Ensures that the housekeeping keys are returned after every shift and proper record is maintained.
• Ensures that log book, staff worksheets, supervisor inspection sheets and reports are maintained and updated.

• High School Diploma
• Senior Medical Housekeeping Certificate (JCAHO) preferred

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

• Minimum five (5) years of experience as a Hospital Housekeeping Supervisor.
• Knowledge of Joint Commission International Accreditation (JCIA) standards.
• Ability to communicate easily with other nationalities.
• Ability to speak and write in English fluently.