Cleaner (2 posts) (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:
Permanent

Reference No:
MHS500/2026

Location:
Bothasig CDC (1 post) and Elsies River 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

14 Aug 2026

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

28 Aug 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.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Willingness to work 12-hour shifts and after hours (night duty, weekends and public holidays). Willingness to work overtime on short notice when required. Ability to perform physical tasks e.g. utilization of cleaning equipment etc. Willingness to work in the geographical PHC facilities within the Northern/Tygerberg Sub-Structure when operationally required.

NOTE

Candidates may be subjected to a practical assessment/oral assessment.

ENQUIRIES

Ms. C Lloyd tel. no: (021) 818 0940 for Bothasig CDC, Ms. J Isaacs, tel. no 021 931 0211 for Elsies River CHC

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Good interpersonal skills. Appropriate knowledge with the use of cleaning equipment and cleaning materials.

EXPERIENCE

Appropriate cleaning experience in a Health Facility.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Basic reading and writing skills.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Provide a clean and hygienic environment to prevent the spread of infection. General cleaning and maintenance (dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, polishing, scrubbing and mopping). Effective utilization of cleaning materials and equipment. Ensure that cleaning equipment is clean after usage and securely stored. Effective use of cleaning agents and stock as well as elementary stock control. Responsible for general hygiene and safe environment in terms of standard and procedures. Optimal support to supervisor and colleagues.

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.