Department of Health Cleaner Vacancies (3 Posts Available at Cleaning Directorate)
The Department of Health invites suitably qualified and physically fit candidates to apply for Cleaner positions within the Cleaning Directorate. These vacancies are ideal for individuals seeking stable employment in the public health sector and who are familiar with a hospital or clinical environment.
Closing date for applications: 04 February 2026
Location: SMU Oral Health Centre
Department of Health Cleaner Vacancies (3 Posts Available at Cleaning Directorate)
Reference Number: REFS/035126
Directorate
Cleaning Services
Number of Posts
3 Positions Available
Salary Package
R138 486 per annum
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 / Matric certificate or equivalent qualification
- Physically and mentally fit with the ability to lift and operate heavy machinery and equipment
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to work under pressure in a demanding environment
- Knowledge of the correct use of various cleaning chemicals
- Good communication skills
- Familiarity with a hospital or healthcare facility setup
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Cleaning offices, toilets, passages, clinical areas, and patient waiting areas
- Mopping and polishing floors
- Dusting, washing windows and walls, and polishing furniture
- Cleaning external areas of the facility
- Removal and disposal of general and medical waste bags
- Performing general cleaning and household tasks within the hospital
- Adhering strictly to Health Care Waste Management policies
- Complying with Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) policies
- Carrying out any other duties delegated by the supervisor
Enquiries
Ms R.K. Matjila
Tel: 012 521 4824
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online only via the official Gauteng Department of Health E-Recruitment Portal: Click here to apply.
Please note:
- No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted
- Only applications submitted through the online portal will be considered
Employment Equity
The Department of Health is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates in line with government regulations.
