Gauteng Department of Health Cleaner Vacancies: 3 Posts at Kopanong Hospital
Gauteng Department of Health Cleaner Vacancies: 3 Posts at Kopanong Hospital
The Gauteng Department of Health is inviting suitably qualified applicants to apply for three Cleaner vacancies at Kopanong Hospital. These positions are being re-advertised, and applicants who previously applied are encouraged to submit their applications again.
This opportunity may suit job seekers with a Grade 10 qualification or equivalent who are able to read and write and are prepared to work shifts, including nights, weekends and public holidays.
Applications close on 28 August 2026.
Department of Health Cleaner Vacancy Overview
- Employer: Gauteng Department of Health
- Position: Cleaner (Re-Advertisement)
- Reference Number: refs/056197
- Directorate: Facility Management Unit
- Number of Posts: 3
- Location: Kopanong Hospital, Gauteng
- Salary: R144,024 to R169,656 per annum plus benefits
- Closing Date: 28 August 2026
Minimum Requirements
Applicants should have a Grade 10 qualification or equivalent and must be able to read and write.
Candidates should also be prepared to work under pressure and be available for day and night shifts, including public holidays. Employees may be required to rotate between different work areas when necessary.
The Department is looking for applicants who are:
- Honest and reliable
- Able to work effectively as part of a team
- Able to communicate well with colleagues and other stakeholders
- Comfortable working in a hospital environment
- Familiar with health care waste management practices
- Able to perform physically demanding cleaning duties
Basic literacy, numeracy, communication and interpersonal skills are also important for this position.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Successful candidates will help maintain a clean, hygienic and safe environment throughout Kopanong Hospital.
Main duties will include:
- Cleaning bathrooms, showers and toilets
- Cleaning hospital wards and departments
- Cleaning passages and waiting areas
- Dusting and washing surfaces
- Scrubbing and polishing floors
- Cleaning walls, windows, stairs and fire escapes
- Cleaning hospital equipment as required
- Washing and disinfecting refuse bins
- Removing general and medical waste
- Following the applicable Health Care Waste Management Policy
- Operating heavy-duty cleaning machines
- Cleaning ward kitchens in line with infection prevention and control requirements
- Rotating between different work areas when instructed
- Performing other cleaning duties assigned by the supervisor
Because the position is based in a healthcare facility, cleaners are expected to follow strict hygiene, infection prevention and waste-management procedures.
Who Should Apply?
This vacancy may be suitable for applicants who have Grade 10 or an equivalent qualification and are looking for an opportunity within the Gauteng provincial government.
Candidates should be comfortable working shifts and should understand that hospital cleaning may involve exposure to clinical environments and medical waste.
Applicants must therefore be responsible, safety-conscious and willing to follow workplace health and hygiene procedures.
How to Apply for the Department of Health Cleaner Posts
Applications must be submitted online.
Applicants must complete the new Z83 application form and attach a recently updated, detailed Curriculum Vitae.
The Z83 form can also be obtained from any Public Service Department or from the DPSA website.
When completing the Z83 form, applicants should indicate the employer as the Department of Health.
Important Application Requirements
The Z83 form must be:
- Fully completed
- Initialled where required
- Signed by the applicant
- Submitted together with an updated CV
Your CV should clearly show your employment history in chronological order and include the:
- Name of the institution or employer
- Position held
- Starting date
- Ending date
Dates should preferably be provided in DD/MM/YYYY format where applicable.
The information contained in the CV should correspond with the information provided on the Z83 form.
Applicants are not required to submit certified copies of qualifications or other supporting documents when initially applying. Only shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide certified supporting documents before or on the date of the interview.
Faxed and hand-delivered applications will not be accepted.
Additional Information for Applicants
Candidates with foreign qualifications may be required to provide an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
The Department may conduct personnel suitability and verification checks as part of the recruitment process.
Shortlisted applicants may also be required to undergo practical exercises or assessments to determine their suitability for the position.
The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance where required in accordance with occupational health and safety legislation.
The Gauteng Department of Health supports Employment Equity, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Applicants should also note that no payment is required to apply for vacancies advertised by the Department.
If you do not receive feedback within three months after the closing date, you should consider your application unsuccessful.
Previous Applicants May Re-Apply
Because this vacancy is a re-advertisement, applicants who applied previously are specifically encouraged to apply again.
Make sure you submit a new and complete application before the closing date.
Closing Date
Applications for the Gauteng Department of Health Cleaner vacancies at Kopanong Hospital must be submitted by:
28 August 2026
Applicants are encouraged not to wait until the final day to submit their applications.
Enquiries
For enquiries regarding this vacancy, contact:
Ms L. Thysse
Assistant Director: Facility Management Unit
Telephone: 016 428 7151
