Cleaner (3 posts) (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:

Permanent

Reference No:

MHS478/2026

Location:

Grassy Park CDC (1 post), Vanguard CHC

REMUNERATION

R 144 024 - 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

04 Sep 2026

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

18 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.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Good interpersonal skills. Knowledge of the correct methods of handling and disposal of refuse /waste products and adherence to policy and cleaning practices. Excellent communication Skills.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

The ability to do physical tasks and operate heavy duty cleaning and household equipment. Must be willing and able to work shifts on weekends and public holidays, including day and night duty as operational requirements dictate. Willingness to rotate across various departments in accordance with operational requirements and organisational needs.

NOTE

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Short-listed candidates may be subjected to a practical/written and oral assessment.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

General cleaning and maintenance (sweeping, scrubbing, refuse removal, dusting, mopping, polishing, cleaning hospital grounds, cleaning of windows and walls. Effective and efficient utilisation and storage of cleaning material and equipment. Adhering to safety precautions and ensure adherence to occupational health and safety policies. Maintaining of a high standard of neatness and hygiene in the facility. Provide effective cleaning support to the Facility Manager and colleagues.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Basic numeracy and literacy skills.

ENQUIRIES

Mrs R.Canham, tel. no. 021 707 6300 : Mr M Lingani, tel. no. 021 695 8242

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.