Building Coordinator

Detailed description

The main purpose of this position is to manage building operations at the Cape Town Cash Centre of the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) and ensure its hygiene and cleanliness.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Manage the performance and development of the service worker team.
• Oversee cleaning services to maintain hygienically clean building.
• Coordinate and supervise the work of service providers for all utility-related services in the building and report on their performance.
• Supervise the loading and offloading of consignments.
• Deploy and supervise staff in the cash-handling and equipment-handling areas and in the stores.
• Procure and issue staff uniforms.
• Procure, issue and control the use of cleaning materials.
• Receive and issue linen and clothing to and from the laundry service providers.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety standards in line with statutory requirements.
• Provide management information to the Cape Town Cash Centre Building Engineer, monthly for decision-making purposes.
• Conduct housekeeping inspections and ensure proper remedial actions are taken on the identified areas.
• Ensure and enforce adherence to the waste management process.
• Address any gaps in own performance of tasks and activities against the required standard.T

Job requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must have:

a Grade 12 certificate or an equivalent qualification;

• two to five years’ experience in a cleaning services environment or a related utilities environment;
• experience in supervising staff; and
• a valid driver’s licence.

The following would be an added advantage:

• a certificate in Facilities Management.

In line with the SARB’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.

The SARB offers remuneration and benefits commensurate with the level of the position and in line with the market. The level at which the successful applicant will be appointed will depend on his/her competence and experience.

About SARB

Primary mandate of the SARB

Section 224 of the Constitution of South Africa states the mandate of the SARB as follows:

The primary object of the South African Reserve Bank is to protect the value of the currency in the interest of balanced and sustainable economic growth in the Republic.

The South African Reserve Bank, in support of its primary objective, must perform its functions independently and without fear, favour or prejudice.

WHAT WE DO

Monetary Policy

The Constitution gives the SARB the mandate to protect the value of the rand. We use interest rates to keep inflation low and steady.

Financial Stability

The SARB has a mandate to protect and enhance financial stability. We identify and mitigate systemic risks that might disrupt the financial system.

Prudential Regulation

The Prudential Authority regulates financial institutions and market infrastructures to promote and enhance their safety and soundness, and support financial stability.

Financial Markets

Open market operations are the main tool we use to implement monetary policy. We manage South Africa’s gold and foreign exchange reserves.

Financial Surveillance

The SARB is responsible for regulating cross-border transactions, preventing the abuse of the financial system and supporting the regulation of financial institutions.

Payments and Settlements

The SARB is responsible for ensuring the safety and soundness of the national payment system, which is the backbone of South Africa’s modern financial system.

Statistics

The SARB provides important economic and financial statistics that present an overview of the economic situation in South Africa.

Research

Research conducted by the SARB focuses on economics, financial stability, banking and emerging trends in finance. Our research supports policy decision-making.

Banknotes and Coin

The SARB has the sole right to make, issue and destroy banknotes and coin in South Africa.