Cleaner (Permanent position)

Bigen Africa; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 144,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Western Cape Government is seeking a dedicated cleaner for the Emergency Medical Services base in the Western Cape on a permanent basis. The role starts 28 Aug 2026 and involves cleaning offices, kitchens and ablution facilities to maintain a safe, hygienic environment.

Willingness to work shifts and weekends is required; health and safety procedures knowledge is essential. Experience as a cleaner in health facilities is preferred. Training and guidance will be provided where needed.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Cleaner in a health facility environment.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning of offices, common areas, kitchens and ablution facilities including deep cleaning.
• Remove general waste daily and ensure bins are emptied.
• Ensure cleaning equipment is clean and stored securely after use.
• Notify management of deficiencies or repairs and assist with stock control.

Skills

Time management

Health and Safety procedures

Cleanliness standards

Job description

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:

Permanent

Reference No:

ECSS72/2026

Location:

Emergency Medical Services, Chief Directorate: Emergency And Clinical Support Service

Remuneration

R 144 024 per annum - R 169 656 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

Starting Date

28 Aug 2026

CLOSING DATE

- PLEASE NOTE: 11 Sep 2026, 5:00 pm

Employment Equity

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated. Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

Experience

Appropriate experience as a Cleaner in a health facility environment. Proven experience in duties as mentioned below.

Inherent requirements of the job

Willingness to work shifts and on weekends.

Duties (key result areas/outputs)

Cleaning of all offices, common areas, kitchens and ablution facilities of the EMS Base/Grounds, including deep cleaning and detailed cleaning tasks. Provide a clean, safe, and hygienic environment to prevent injuries and the spread of infection which includes sweeping, scrubbing, mopping of floors, dusting, polishing of floors and furniture, emptying bins daily, cleaning of windows, light shades, walls and all toilets, sluices and drains. Ensure that cleaning equipment e.g., polishing and scrubbing machines, mops, brooms, buckets etc. are clean after usage and securely stored. Ensure removal of general waste from building daily. Notify management of deficiencies or repairs required and ensure good stock control processes. Relief according to the needs of the service.

Enquiries

Basic numeracy and literacy.

Competencies (knowledge/skills)

Good time management. Knowledge of Health and Safety procedures.

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

• It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.