General Worker - GWK Properties, Douglas

Introduction to the VKB Group

The VKB Group is an agricultural company providing support to farmers and producing straight-from-the-farm foods for consumers. Apart from its various consumer brands, the VKB Group is also represented by its regional brands: VKB, GWK and NTK.

Our roots are firmly planted in agriculture, with farming at our core, continuously growing and evolving throughout the years. Starting with providing everything needed on the farm to produce food, we now operate across the entire food supply chain, including processing, logistics, storage, handling and national and international market channels.

More About GWK Corporate Services - Properties

GWK Corporate Services - Properties supports the operational effectiveness and professional image of the broader business through the management and upkeep of facilities and working environments. By ensuring that offices, meeting spaces, and operational facilities are clean, organised, and well-maintained, the team helps create a safe, productive, and welcoming environment for employees, customers, and visitors.

As part of the VKB Group, the Properties division plays an important behind-the-scenes role in enabling business operations to run smoothly while supporting the high standards expected across the organisation.

Why This Role Matters

A clean, organised, and professional workplace contributes directly to employee wellbeing, productivity, and the experience of customers and visitors. This role helps maintain the standards that reflect the values and professionalism of GWK and the broader VKB Group.

The successful candidate will play an important role in creating an environment where teams can work effectively, meetings can be hosted professionally, and facilities remain presentable, functional, and welcoming every day.

Why Join VKB?

At VKB Group, every role contributes to a larger purpose. By joining our team, you become part of an organisation with deep agricultural roots and a strong commitment to serving farmers, customers, and communities.

You will have the opportunity to work within a values-driven organisation that believes in continuous improvement, teamwork, accountability, and mutual respect. We value people who take pride in their work and who understand that excellence is achieved through consistent attention to detail and dedication to service.

What Success Looks Like

• Maintains clean, hygienic, and well-presented office and facility environments.
• Delivers consistent housekeeping standards across all assigned areas.
• Ensures cleaning materials and housekeeping supplies are adequately stocked and available.
• Supports the smooth preparation and presentation of meeting rooms and event venues.
• Contributes to a positive workplace experience for employees and visitors.
• Demonstrates reliability by completing scheduled cleaning activities on time.
• Supports administrative operations through assistance with mail distribution activities.
• Upholds company standards through a proactive and service-focused approach.

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for a dependable and hardworking individual who takes pride in maintaining clean and organised environments. The ideal candidate is attentive to detail, follows routines consistently, and understands the importance of delivering quality service every day.

The successful candidate will be someone who works well independently, communicates effectively, demonstrates personal accountability, and is willing to assist wherever needed. They should be committed to supporting colleagues and contributing positively to a workplace culture built on respect, teamwork, and service excellence.

Qualifications

• Grade 12.

Essential Experience

• 0 - 2 years' experience in a similar cleaning or housekeeping role.
• Basic reading and writing ability.

Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Accountability
• Reliability
• Communication
• Time management
• Service orientation
• Teamwork
• Adaptability
• Initiative

Skills Required

• Cleaning and housekeeping
• Physical stamina
• Reading skills
• Writing skills
• Basic communication skills
• Organisation and upkeep of facilities

Key Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitise toilets twice daily.
• Monitor and replenish housekeeping supplies.
• Clean offices on a daily basis.
• Vacuum office areas on a weekly schedule.
• Wash windows according to the required monthly schedule.
• Clean carpets in accordance with the quarterly maintenance schedule.
• Assist with the preparation of bulk mail for distribution.
• Prepare and clean boardrooms before and after meetings.
• Clean and restore venues after functions and events.
• Report cleaning supply requirements when necessary.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness across facilities.
• Perform ad-hoc duties as required by the department.

Important Information for Applicants

VKB Group reserves the right to close or withdraw any vacancy at its discretion. All personal information submitted through the Career Portal will be used solely for recruitment purposes and, where applicable, for matters related to employment.

As an equal opportunity employer, VKB Group is committed to Employment Equity, transformation, and the inclusion of People with Disabilities. Our recruitment decisions are aligned with the VKB Group Employment Equity Plan and Transformation Strategy.

When applying, please ensure that:

• You use Google Chrome to access the Career Portal.
• You upload a clear and professional CV in PDF or Word format only.
• Your CV does not contain handwritten notes or markings.
• Supporting documents such as your ID, driver's licence, certificates, or other documentation are uploaded in the designated sections and not combined with your CV.
• Your profile photo meets the minimum size requirement of 300 x 300 pixels.

A Note on Honesty and Integrity

As part of the application process, you will be required to complete a screening questionnaire. We strongly encourage all candidates to answer every question honestly and accurately.

At VKB Group, our culture is rooted in the values of being Humble, Hungry, Smart, Bold, and Playing as One Team. We believe in building authentic relationships and making sound decisions based on trust and integrity. Misrepresenting qualifications, experience, competencies, criminal history, or any other information may result in your application being withdrawn or your employment being terminated should discrepancies be identified during verification processes.

We respect your time and ask that you respect ours by providing truthful information throughout the recruitment process. This helps ensure that we focus on candidates who are genuinely aligned with the requirements of the role and the values of our organisation.