Public Works & Infrastructure Cleaning Jobs 2026 (X51 Posts) for Unemployed Youth
The Department of Public Works & Infrastructure (DPWI) has announced 51 Cleaner vacancies across several regional offices in South Africa for 2026. This opportunity is ideal for job seekers who want to enter government employment with minimal educational requirements and no prior experience.
These positions are particularly suitable for unemployed youth and adults with Grade 10, ABET Level 4, or equivalent qualifications who want stable work and a chance to build a career in the public sector.
Government entry-level positions like these often attract thousands of applicants because they offer job stability, monthly income, and potential career progression within government departments. If you are currently unemployed and looking for a practical way to start working in the public service, this is an opportunity worth considering.
Quick Overview
Position: Cleaner (Cleaning Services)
Department: Department of Public Works & Infrastructure (DPWI)
Number of Posts: 51
Salary: R138 486 per year
Minimum Qualification: Grade 10 / Standard 8 / ABET Level 4
Experience Required: None
Employment Sector: Government / Public Service
Locations: Nelspruit, Pretoria, Gqeberha, Polokwane and surrounding courts
Application Method: Email or hand delivery depending on region
Available Posts and Locations
A total of 51 Cleaner positions are available across multiple regional offices.
Nelspruit Regional Office
Post Reference: 2026/107
Number of Posts: 13
Salary: R138 486 per year
Workplace: Government buildings and courts in the region.
Pretoria Regional Office
Post Reference: 2026/108
Number of Posts: 23
Salary: R138 486 per year
This is the largest group of vacancies and will support cleaning operations within various government facilities in Pretoria.
Gqeberha Regional Office
Post Reference: 2026/109
Number of Posts: 6
Salary: R138 486 per year
These cleaners will support government offices and court buildings in the Eastern Cape.
Polokwane Regional Office
Post Reference: 2026/110
Number of Posts: 9
Vacancies are spread across the following courts:
- Lephalale Magistrate Court
- Mookgophong Magistrate Office
- Moutse Magistrate Court
- Bochum Magistrate Court
- Sibasa Regional Court
- Vuwani Magistrate Court
- Dzanani Magistrate Court
Minimum Requirements
One of the reasons these jobs attract many applicants is that they do not require high academic qualifications or work experience.
Applicants must have:
- Grade 10, Standard 8, ABET Level 4, or equivalent qualification
- Basic communication skills
- Basic literacy
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to perform routine cleaning tasks
- Knowledge of cleaning materials and equipment
Additional useful skills include:
- Ability to operate cleaning machinery
- Knowledge of occupational health and safety
- Ability to organize and plan tasks
- Attention to detail and accuracy
No previous work experience is required, making this a perfect entry point into the public sector workforce.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Successful candidates will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in government facilities.
Typical duties include:
Cleaning Buildings
- Emptying dustbins
- Dusting and polishing furniture
- Cleaning windows, doors, and walls
- Sweeping floors and passages
- Washing floors
- Vacuuming carpets
- Polishing surfaces
Cleaning Toilets and Bathrooms
- Deep cleaning toilets
- Cleaning basins and tiles
- Refilling soap and toilet paper dispensers
- Washing toilet floors
Kitchen Cleaning
- Cleaning kitchen floors
- Washing kitchen utensils
- Assisting with tea and coffee during meetings
Safety Responsibilities
- Reporting maintenance defects
- Warning staff about slippery floors
- Reporting faulty lights or broken locks
- Helping maintain a safe working environment
These responsibilities are essential in maintaining clean and safe government workplaces.
Salary and Benefits
Successful applicants will receive: Annual salary: R138 486
This is equivalent to approximately R11 540 per month before deductions.
Government jobs also provide additional benefits including:
- Job stability
- Annual leave
- Sick leave
- Government employee benefits
- Opportunities for promotion within departments
For many workers, this type of job becomes a long-term career within government service.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit their applications to the relevant regional office depending on the vacancy they are applying for.
Nelspruit Applications
Address:
The Regional Manager
Department of Public Works
Private Bag X11280
Nelspruit
1200
Hand Delivery:
30 Brown Street
Nedbank Building
9th Floor
Nelspruit
Email: RecruitNEL26-05@dpw.gov.za
Enquiries: Ms E Nkwinika Tel: (013) 753 6396
Attention: Mr EK Nguyuza
Pretoria Applications
Address:
The Regional Manager
Department of Public Works
Private Bag X229
Pretoria
0001
Hand Delivery:
251 Nana Sita Avenue Building
Corner Thabo Sehume and Nana Sita Street
Pretoria
Email: RecruitPTA26-15@dpw.gov.za
Enquiries: Mr S Kutu Tel: (012) 310 5993
Attention: Ms M Masubelele
Gqeberha Applications
Address:
The Regional Manager
Department of Public Works
Private Bag X3913
Port Elizabeth
6000
Hand Delivery:
Eben Donges Building
Corner Hancock and Robert Street
North End
Port Elizabeth
Email: RecruitPE26-12@dpw.gov.za
Enquiries: Mr VR Maqetuka Tel: (041) 408 2199
Attention: Ms PT Buwa
Polokwane Applications
Address:
The Regional Manager
Department of Public Works and Infrastructure
Private Bag X9469
Polokwane
0700
Hand Delivery:
77 Hans van Rensburg Street
Sanlam Building
Ground Floor
Polokwane
Email: RecruitPLK26-05@dpw.gov.za
Enquiries: Mr MP Morudu Tel: (015) 291 6386
Attention: Mr NJ Khotsa
