Ascension : Vacancy - Head Housekeeper/Housemaid
Submitted by The Islander (Ascension Island Government) 26.02.2009 (Article Archived on 12.03.2009)

A Vacancy will shortly exist at the Administrator’s Residence on Ascension Island for Head Housekeeper/Housemaid

A Vacancy will shortly exist at the Administrator’s Residence on Ascension Island for Head Housekeeper/Housemaid

 Principal duties of the post include:

·        Being responsible for the smooth and efficient running of the household and ensuring the successful planning and delivery of various official functions.

·        Supervising other Residency staff.

·        Overseeing and participating in various household duties.

·        Identifying the need for routine maintenance at the Residency and arranging for work to be carried out.

·        Monitoring and ordering household stores and materials.

·        Liaising with the Administration Dept regarding household expenditure.

·        Ensuring that the Residency is kept in a clean and presentable state at all times.

The post is offered as single status for two years (in the first instance). Salary—Grade 4 (£6,902 - £10,353 per annum) and will depend upon qualifications and experience. A single allowance of £2,728.00 per annum will also be paid. Accommodation will be provided.

The successful candidate must:

·        Have relevant experience in housekeeping duties.

·        Be cheerful, conscientious and able to act on own initiative.

·        Be capable of supervising a small team.

·        Be able to be discreet and flexible and work as a part of a small team.

·        Have a working knowledge of Health and Safety at Work.

·        Have a clean, valid driving licence for a class A vehicle.

For further information about the post please contact the Administration Manager, Mrs

Cathy Cranfield, on Tel: 00 247 7000 ext 130 or e-mail: cathy.cranfield@ascension.gov.ac

Application forms, including a Job Description, are available from the Administrator’s Office or contact: sandra.benjamin@ascension.gov.ac

Applications should be sent to the Human Resources Manager at the main Administration Building in Georgetown. Email: alan.nicholls@ascension.gov.ac

Tel Contact: (247) 7000 ext  131 or 150