Cleaner/Messenger (Ministry of Agriculture)

The primary purpose of this position is to provide general cleaning and assist with the effective and efficient administration support.

Key Responsibilities

The position will achieve its purpose through the following key duties:

1. Attend daily cleaning [including sweeping, mopping, scrubbing) in and around the Office, building and Restrooms.

2. Dispatch files, correspondences, mails and other official documents on time.

3. Attend to general dusting of walls, thorough cleaning of windows, louvers, daily emptying of rubbish bins, cleaning of steps, proper disposal of rubbish to support Office Hygiene and Workplace Safety.

4. Assist in quality customer care and services, attend to phone calls and assist when needed.

5. Provide updates and reports where required.

6. Participate on all Ministerial official functions and ensure cleanliness, setting up of area and catering assistance.

7. Actively contribute to all corporate requirements of the Ministry, Cleanliness of Office Stations and Compound, Ad hoc requests, assist in business process improvements (smart work methods)

where required.

Knowledge & Experience

1. At least 1 year relevant work experience.
2. Proven working knowledge on health, sanitation and safety
3. Demonstrated experience to work long hours in physically demanding situations
4. Sound knowledge and basic understanding of Occupational Health & Safety and applicable laws of Fiji.

Skills & Abilities

1. 1. Possess a pro-active and professional attitude, able to prioritize and multi- task to complete work in a timely manner with high integrity.
2. 2. Good oral and written communication skills
3. 3. Demonstrated ability to manage time and perform optimally
4. 4. Demonstrated abilities to provide basic administrative and logistics support in a work environment
5. 5. Proven self- starter and an effective team player to meet tight deadlines in a working environment.
6. 6. Ability to adhere and follow instructions as provided.
7. 7. Service oriented approach with a commitment to support the operational/corporate environment of the organization.

Additional Information

Applicants for employment must be Fijian Citizens, under Age 60, in sound health, with a clear police record. The successful applicant will be required to provide a medical certificate and police clearance as a condition of employment for substantive appointment. 

Contact Information

For further information, please contact the Post Processing Unit within the Human Resources Development & Services Division on 323 7364 or 323 7353.