Private Estate Housekeeping Manager I Johannesburg โ€“ Johannesburg

Private Estate Housekeeping Manager I Johannesburg โ€“ Johannesburg

Johannesburg, South Africa

Company
HotelJobs.co.za
Location
Johannesburg
Posted
1 day ago
Via
via Hotel Jobs

Job Description
๐Ÿ“Œ ๐—๐—— ๐—ฆ๐—ฝ๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐—ถ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—ถ๐˜‡๐—ฒ๐—ฑ ๐—ฅ๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐—ฟ๐˜‚๐—ถ๐˜๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜ is recruiting on behalf of a prestigious ultra-high-net-worth private family estate in Johannesburg, for an experienced, highly organised, and exceptionally discreet ๐—ฃ๐—ฅ๐—œ๐—ฉ๐—”๐—ง๐—˜ ๐—˜๐—ฆ๐—ง๐—”๐—ง๐—˜ ๐—›๐—ข๐—จ๐—ฆ๐—˜๐—ž๐—˜๐—˜๐—ฃ๐—œ๐—ก๐—š ๐— ๐—”๐—ก๐—”๐—š๐—˜๐—ฅ This is a great opportunity to join the household of a prominent private principal, overseeing a world-class primary residence. The estate operates to the most exacting standards, with an unwavering commitment to privacy, excellence, and bespoke residential service. The successful candidate will become a trusted cornerstone of the household, ensuring that every environment always reflects the lifestyle and elevated expectations of the principal and their guests.This opportunity offers a seasoned housekeeping professional to take on a senior leadership role within an exceptional private household. The estate demands the highest standards across all residential environments, and the successful candidate will lead a dedicated team, manage all aspects of linen, laundry, and wardrobe care for the principal's luxury garments, and ensure seamless, proactive service across both private and VIP guest spaces.RequirementsA minimum of 8โ€“10 years of progressive senior housekeeping experience within a private UHNW household or comparable high-standard residential environmentDemonstrated ability to design, implement, and manage detailed SOPโ€™s across housekeeping, laundry, wardrobe management, and linen operationsStrong working knowledge of laundry best practices, with particular expertise in the care of luxury and delicate fabrics including cashmere, silk, fine wool, and tailored garmentsProven experience with eco-friendly and sustainable cleaning products, with a thorough understanding of appropriate chemical usage across varied surfaces, materials, and finishesIn-depth expertise in linen room management, including procurement, inventory control, rotation, and quality maintenance across multiple propertiesExperienced people leader with a track record of recruiting, training, developing, and performance-managing household teamsSkilled in dynamic rostering to accommodate the changing schedules, events, and requirements of a principal and VIP guestsAn exceptional eye for detail combined with superior organisational abilityThe highest levels of personal discretion, confidentiality, professionalism, and emotional intelligenceA stable employment history with contactable references โžœ ๐—ฃ๐—Ÿ๐—˜๐—”๐—ฆ๐—˜ ๐—ก๐—ข๐—ง๐—˜ โ€“ Although we appreciate all applications received, we will only reply to those candidates who have the background and experience required. Thank you. Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
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Q What is the national minimum wage for cleaning staff jobs in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the national minimum wage for cleaning staff is R32.45 per hour effective 1 March 2026. This amounts to R5,850 per month for a standard 45-hour week over 22 working days. Overtime must be paid at 1.5 times the normal rate after 45 hours.
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As per the Department of Home Affairs, foreigners require a General Work Visa sponsored by a South African employer for cleaning roles. The employer must advertise the job for 30 days on the Employment Services of South Africa (ESSA) database and prove no suitable local candidate exists. Processing takes 8-10 weeks with fees of R1,520.
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As per the Department of Employment and Labour, no formal education or prior experience is required for basic cleaning staff positions under the national minimum wage. Applicants must be at least 16 years old and physically fit for duties as per Basic Conditions of Employment Act No. 75 of 1997. Employers prioritize reliable references over qualifications.
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