Cleaner

AFMS Group (Pty) Ltd; Middelburg; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in facility management is seeking candidates for a cleaning position in Middelburg. Responsibilities include general and specific cleaning tasks in offices and facilities, requiring prior experience and a good understanding of hygiene practices. Applicants should possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach. The role adheres to South African labor laws and promotes an inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Complies with South African labour laws

Inclusive workplace

Qualifications

• Experience in corporate or commercial cleaning.
• Basic knowledge of hygiene practices.
• Detail-oriented and proactive in tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform general cleaning duties across various areas including offices, kitchens, and reception.
• Adhere to health and safety cleaning materials guidelines.
• Deliver food and beverage as required.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Knowledge of hygiene practices

People management skills

Planning and organizational skills

Motivation and attention to detail

Education

Minimum Grade 10

Job description

Key Accountabilities / Principal Responsibilities

PRIMARY DUTIES

General cleaning (where applicable as per site):

• Offices & Office Blocks
• Boardrooms and Conference Centres
• Kitchen, Canteen and Dining Areas
• Toilets and Cloakrooms and Ablution blocks
• Reception areas
• Outside cleaning areas
• Auditoriums

SECONDARY DUTIES

The following tasks need to be executed according to the specified frequency:

• Daily (Vacuum, wash, mop, scrub, polish as required)
• Kitchen: Kitchen utensils, equipment, cupboards, and floors
• Kitchen: Cloths and towels washed
• Kitchen bins: Regularly emptied and refuse bags replaced
• Carpeted and non-carpeted areas (tiled floors, cloakroom floors, ramps, kitchen floors, stairways)
• Furniture / Upholstered Chairs, Couches, and Equipment (phones, pictures, computer equipment, etc.)
• Upholstery of chairs: vacuumed
• Tiles and stairs
• Window Sills
• Office doors and door handles (including disinfect)
• Hand rails on stairways: 3 times daily (including disinfect)
• Hand wash basins and taps
• Toilet seats top and bottom (including disinfect)
• Waste bins: 2 times daily (including disinfect and fitted with plastic bags)
• Main entrance windows and doors up to reach height; 3 times weekly
• Kitchen cupboards: Emptied, tidied, and washed
• Doors: Markings to be removed and disinfected
• Door Handles: Polished
• Walls and wall tiles: complete wash and disinfect
• Non-Carpeted areas: Scrubbed

Monthly tasks include:

• Couches and chairs upholstered with leather
• Daily spot cleaning
• Carpets as required
• Walls up to reach height (including disinfect)
• Hand wash basins
• Cloakrooms: 3 times daily (replenish all toiletry items)
• Reception areas: 2 times daily
• Emergency Exits: 2 times daily (kept free of obstacles)

General Duties include:

• Kitchen: Food and beverage delivery as required
• Kitchen to be locked after hours
• Ensure strict adherence to Health & Safety principles:
• Wear protective clothing as per applicable guidelines
• Apply cleaning materials as per safety guidelines

Key Skills and Experience

• Minimum Grade 10
• Previous cleaning experience in a corporate or commercial environment
• Basic knowledge of hygiene practices
• Good knowledge of facility layout and cleaning products
• People and management skills
• Ability to plan, organize, and work independently
• Motivated, detail-oriented, task-focused, proactive

Key Result Areas

• Understand reporting roles and business alignment
• Deliver outputs aligned with business requirements
• Value feedback for success

Additional Responsibilities and Skills

The employee must act professionally at all times, reflecting well on the client and ensuring service levels meet client requirements. All advertised vacancies comply with South African labour laws, including the Employment Equity Act, Labour Relations Act, and Basic Conditions of Employment Act. We promote an inclusive workplace valuing diversity and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Our recruitment process is fair, focusing on relevant qualifications, skills, and experience. By applying, you consent to the processing of your personal data under POPIA for recruitment purposes.