Healthcare Facility Cleaner

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Healthcare sanitation training

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Placements24 in Mbombela (Nelspruit) is seeking a dedicated Healthcare Facility Cleaner to uphold the highest hygiene standards in medical facilities. You will disinfect patient rooms, operating theatres, and common areas, following strict infection-control protocols to protect patients, staff and visitors.

You will handle regulated medical waste safely, operate specialized cleaning equipment including HEPA vacuums and disinfectant applicators, and ensure safe storage of supplies.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare cleaning or similar sensitive environment.
• Knowledge of healthcare cleaning procedures and infection control principles.
• Familiarity with safe handling and disposal of medical waste and hazardous materials.
• Ability to follow precise cleaning protocols.
• Good physical health to stand, walk, lift and bend for extended periods.
• Commitment to maintaining a sterile and safe healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect patient rooms, bathrooms, and common areas to healthcare standards.
• Sanitize operating theatres and treatment rooms per protocols.
• Handle and dispose of regulated medical waste per health regulations.
• Operate specialized cleaning equipment including HEPA vacuums and disinfectant applicators.
• Ensure safe storage and use of cleaning supplies and disinfectants.
• Report safety hazards or infection control breaches to supervisor promptly.

Skills

Healthcare cleaning

Infection control

Waste handling

Physical stamina

Tools

HEPA vacuums

Disinfectant applicators

Job description

About the Role

Our client requires a dedicated and detail-oriented Healthcare Facility Cleaner to maintain the highest standards of hygiene and sanitation within their medical facilities in Nelspruit . This role is critical in preventing the spread of infections and ensuring a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors. You will be responsible for cleaning and disinfecting patient rooms, operating theatres, common areas, and other sensitive zones using specialized protocols and materials. The ideal candidate understands the unique demands of healthcare cleaning, demonstrates meticulousness, and is committed to upholding strict infection control measures.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform thorough cleaning and disinfection of patient rooms, bathrooms, and common areas according to strict healthcare standards.
• Clean and sanitize operating theatres, treatment rooms, and other specialized medical areas following established protocols.
• Manage and dispose of regulated medical waste in compliance with all health and safety regulations.
• Operate and maintain specialized cleaning equipment, including disinfectant applicators and high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter vacuums.
• Ensure all cleaning supplies and disinfectants are used correctly and stored safely.
• Report any observed maintenance issues, safety hazards, or potential infection control breaches to the supervisor immediately.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a cleaning role, preferably within a healthcare or similar sensitive environment.
• Knowledge of healthcare cleaning procedures, disinfection techniques, and infection control principles.
• Familiarity with the safe handling and disposal of medical waste and hazardous materials.
• Ability to follow precise instructions and adhere to strict cleaning protocols.
• Good physical health and stamina, with the ability to stand, walk, lift, and bend for extended periods.
• A strong commitment to maintaining a sterile and safe healthcare environment.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage and benefits package including medical aid.
• Specialized training in healthcare sanitation and infection control practices.
• Secure employment within a vital healthcare support service.
• Provision of all necessary cleaning supplies, protective equipment, and uniforms.
• A role that directly contributes to patient safety and well-being.