Cleaner (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:

Permanent

Reference No:

CKD30/2026

Location:

Murraysburg Hospital, Beaufort West Sub-district, Central Karoo District

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

18 Sep 2026

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

05 Oct 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.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

General cleaning, housekeeping and maintenance (i.e. dust/sweep/polish/scrub/mop/clean windows/walls/equipment/machinery and refuse removal). Ensure effective Waste Management, Linen Management, etc. Effective and efficient utilization and storage of cleaning materials and equipment. Provide optimal support to the supervisor and colleagues with general housekeeping duties and services. Adhere to general hygienic and safe environment in terms of standards and procedures.

ENQUIRIES

Ms FK Fass, tel. no. (049) 844 - 0021/53

NOTE

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates will be subjected to a practical/written assessment.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Physical able to lift and/or move heavy objects and supplies. Ability to operate machinery and equipment.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Basic literacy and numeracy.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Good interpersonal skills. Knowledge of the correct methods of handling and disposal of refuse/waste products and to adhere to policies and cleaning procedures. Ability to operate machinery and equipment. Knowledge of legislation and policies of the Department of Health and Wellness relevant to cleaning practise.

EXPERIENCE

Appropriate experience in the field of domestic and health cleaning services.

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.