Department of Health and Wellness Cleaner Vacancy at Murraysburg Hospital: Apply by 05 October 2026
Department of Health and Wellness Cleaner Vacancy at Murraysburg Hospital: Apply by 05 October 2026
The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is inviting suitable candidates to apply for a Cleaner vacancy at Murraysburg Hospital in the Central Karoo District.
This opportunity may suit job seekers with basic literacy and numeracy skills and relevant experience in domestic or healthcare cleaning services. The successful candidate will help maintain a clean, hygienic and safe hospital environment while supporting the hospital team with general housekeeping duties.
Applications for this position must be submitted online before the closing date of 05 October 2026.
Cleaner Vacancy Overview
Employer: Department of Health and Wellness
Position: Cleaner
Centre: Murraysburg Hospital
District: Central Karoo District
Province: Western Cape
Salary: R144 024 per annum
Closing Date: 05 October 2026
Application Method: Online application
Salary
The successful candidate will receive a salary of R144 024 per annum.
Applicants should note that the advertised salary is the annual remuneration attached to the position.
Minimum Requirements
Candidates interested in applying for the Cleaner vacancy must meet the following requirements:
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
- Appropriate experience in domestic and health cleaning services.
- Ability to perform physically demanding duties.
- Ability to lift or move heavy objects and supplies when required.
- Ability to operate cleaning machinery and equipment.
Knowledge and Skills
Applicants should have good interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively with supervisors, colleagues and other hospital staff.
Knowledge of the following will also be important:
- Correct cleaning methods and procedures.
- Safe handling and disposal of refuse and waste products.
- Proper use of cleaning materials and equipment.
- Hospital hygiene and safety procedures.
- Relevant Department of Health and Wellness cleaning policies.
- Legislation and procedures applicable to cleaning practices in a healthcare environment.
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing cleaning and housekeeping services at Murraysburg Hospital.
Key responsibilities include:
- Dusting, sweeping, polishing, scrubbing and mopping floors and surfaces.
- Cleaning windows, walls, equipment and machinery.
- Removing refuse and maintaining clean work areas.
- Supporting effective waste management.
- Assisting with linen management.
- Using and storing cleaning materials and equipment responsibly.
- Supporting the supervisor and colleagues with general housekeeping duties.
- Maintaining a hygienic and safe hospital environment.
- Following departmental cleaning standards, procedures and safety requirements.
Because this position is based in a healthcare environment, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene will be an important part of the role.
Physical Requirements
Applicants should be physically capable of performing cleaning duties that may involve lifting, moving supplies, operating equipment and carrying out repetitive physical tasks.
Candidates should therefore be comfortable working in a physically demanding hospital environment.
Assessment Process
Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete a practical or written assessment as part of the recruitment process.
Applicants should ensure that the information provided in their application is complete and accurate.
How to Apply
Applications for the Department of Health and Wellness Cleaner vacancy must be submitted online through the Western Cape Government Health Jobs portal.
Select “Online Applications” and search for the relevant Cleaner vacancy at Murraysburg Hospital.
Applicants should complete the online application carefully and provide all information requested on the recruitment portal.
Important: No payment of any kind is required when applying for this position.
Closing Date
Applications must be submitted by:
05 October 2026
Candidates are encouraged to apply before the closing date instead of waiting until the final day.
Late applications may not be considered.
Enquiries
For enquiries regarding the vacancy, candidates may contact:
Ms FK Fass
Telephone: (021) (049) 844-0021/53
Why This Opportunity May Be Worth Considering
This Cleaner vacancy provides an opportunity to work within the public healthcare sector while contributing directly to maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients, visitors and healthcare employees.
Candidates with basic literacy and numeracy skills together with appropriate cleaning experience are encouraged to review the requirements and submit their applications before the deadline.
