Company: Western Cape Government
Location: South Africa
Closing date: 04 September 2026
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Western Cape Government Department of Health and Wellness has announced openings for Cleaner positions (3 Posts) within the Khayelitsha/Eastern Sub-structure
Job Requirements & Qualifications
Minimum Educational Qualification
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Experience
- Appropriate cleaning experience at a health facility or hospital.
Inherent Requirements of the Job
- Ability to lift/move heavy equipment and supplies.
- Ability to perform overtime, work shifts, public holidays, and night duty (night duty required at Michael Mapongwana CDC).
Competencies (Knowledge & Skills)
- Ability to work effectively both in a team, independently, and unsupervised.
- Strong sense of accountability and responsibility.
- Ability to handle conflict and work effectively under pressure.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Perform general cleaning and maintenance of cleaning equipment.
- Dust, sweep, polish, scrub, and mop floors, passages, and furniture.
- Empty dustbins and sort soiled linen according to correct cleaning procedures.
- Ensure effective use and management of cleaning agents and stock.
- Maintain general hygiene standards to ensure a safe environment.
- Safely handle cleaning equipment.
- Assist with offloading and unpacking stock.
- Perform relief duties as required.
Important Notice for Applicants
- Employment Equity: Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply, and indications in this regard will be appreciated.
- No Payment Required: Please note that no payment of any kind is required when applying for this position or any position advertised by the Western Cape Government.