Cleaner Jobs

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 10 or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of the legislative framework and processes related to cleaning.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
• Good communication skills with people at different levels.
• Ability to organize and plan tasks.
• Must be self-motivated and prepared to rotate to other units.
• Ability to act with tact and insight.
• Knowledge of the Batho Pele Principles.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Must be prepared to work shifts, including fixed hours, afterhours, night duty, weekends, and public holidays.
• Applicant should be prepared to undergo medical surveillance.

Duties

• Clean floors by sweeping, mopping, and buffing with cleaning machines.
• Clean walls, windows, doors, window frames, bathrooms, bathroom tiles, showers, basins, lockers, and furniture (dusting, washing, and polishing).
• Clean corridors, theatres, x-ray rooms, sluice rooms, kitchens, public toilets, offices, clinics, entrances, stairs, fire escapes, side walls, lifts, passages, waiting areas, equipment, and carpets.
• Remove medical and general waste, clean bins, and ensure proper segregation of waste.
• Follow healthcare waste management policy and infection control guidelines.
• Operate heavy-duty cleaning machines.
• Defrost and clean unit refrigerators, refill soap containers, and keep trolleys clean.
• Complete daily work activities on the cleaning control list.
• Adhere to all cleaning service policies and procedures, and meet timelines.
• Comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA).
• Perform other duties as allocated by the supervisor.
• Be willing to undergo continuous training and development programs.
• Attend meetings and training as approved by the supervisor.
• Comply with the Performance Management and Development System (contracting, reviews, and final assessment).

Closing Date: 26 January 2026