Cleaner

Department of Health; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 117 000 - 139 000; Full time

Job summary

A government health agency is seeking dedicated staff for cleaning duties in Johannesburg. Responsibilities include floor, door, and window cleaning, and operating cleaning equipment. Applicants need Grade 12 with no prior experience required. The role emphasizes good communication and teamwork skills. Benefits include a competitive salary package and a supportive work environment that encourages diversity and inclusion. Applications must be submitted online by 24-12-2025.

Qualifications

• No experience is required.
• Knowledge of working procedures such as cleaning equipment and working environment.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning of floors, doors, walls, windows, beds, and bed lockers.
• Performing all indoor and outdoor cleaning duties.
• Using cleaning equipment such as polisher machines and cleaning chemicals appropriately.
• Assisting with extra duties as directed by supervisors.

Skills

Basic numeracy

Literacy

Good communication

Sound human relations

Ability to perform routine tasks

Basic interpersonal relationship

Liaison with stakeholders

Work under pressure

Team play

Shift rotation

Physical labour

Protective clothing compliance

Education

Grade 12

Job description

Salary

• Package : R138 486.00 per annum (plus benefits)

Requirements

• Grade 12. No experience required.
• Knowledge of working procedures such as cleaning equipment and working environment.
• Skills: Basic numeracy, literacy, good communication, sound human relations, ability to perform routine tasks, basic interpersonal relationship, liaison with stakeholders, work under pressure, team play, shift rotation, physical labour, protective clothing compliance.

Duties

• Cleaning of floors, doors, walls, windows, beds, bed lockers, steps, etc.
• Performing all indoor and outdoor cleaning duties.
• Using cleaning equipment such as polisher machines and cleaning chemicals appropriately.
• Assisting with extra duties as directed by supervisors.

Application Process

• Applications must be submitted strictly online at the e‑Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. Hand‑delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will not be accepted.
• For assistance with online applications, please email your query to [e-mail].
• Submit a fully completed and signed new Z83 application form (obtainable from any Public Service Department or online at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents) along with a recent comprehensive CV.
• Applications without proof of a new Z83 form and detailed CV will be disqualified.
• Shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the interview day.
• Applicants must have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and provide the evaluation certificate.
• Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
• Suitable candidates may undergo a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification, and employment verification).
• Where applicable, candidates may be subject to a skills/knowledge test.
• Recommended candidates may be required to undergo medical surveillance as per the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993.
• The Department intends to promote representivity (race, gender, and disability) in the Public Service through these posts. Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
• The Department reserves the right not to appoint or fill this post.
• Due to the large number of applications, we will not acknowledge receipt. If you do not receive a response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.

Employer

Department of Health

Location

Johannesburg Provincial Laundry

Closing Date

24‑12‑2025

Criteria Questions

• Do you have Grade 12li>