Department of Health Cleaner Vacancy – Level 2 (R144,024 per annum + benefits)

The Gauteng Department of Health is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for a Cleaner Level 2 position at Chris Hani Baragwanath Laundry. This opportunity is ideal for job seekers with AET/ABET Level 3 or equivalent (Grade 7), as no previous work experience is required.

Cleaner Level 2 Duties and Responsibilities

Important Application Information

The successful candidate will receive a salary package of R144,024 per annum, plus benefits.

Employer: Gauteng Department of Health

Location: Chris Hani Baragwanath Laundry

Salary Package: R144,024.00 per annum, plus benefits

Closing Date: 04 September 2026

To apply for the Cleaner Level 2 position, applicants must have:

Adult Education and Training (AET/ABET) Level 3 or equivalent, such as Grade 7

No previous experience required

Basic knowledge of cleaning procedures

Basic knowledge of health systems

An understanding of Batho Pele Principles

Knowledge of the Patients’ Rights Charter

Basic knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety requirements

Knowledge of the Six Priorities and National Core Standards

Good listening, communication and interpersonal skills

Good observation and organisational skills

The ability to work independently and as part of a team

The ability to work with tact and discretion

The ability to work under pressure

Knowledge of Labour Relations processes

The ability to handle multidisciplinary tasks

The ability to operate cleaning equipment and machines

Applicants must also be willing to work shifts, including after-hours shifts, night duty, weekends and public holidays.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a clean, safe and hygienic environment. Duties include:

Sweeping, mopping and buffing floors using cleaning machines

Cleaning walls, windows, doors and window frames

Cleaning bathrooms, showers and lockers

Dusting, washing and polishing furniture

Cleaning corridors, public toilets, offices, clinics and entrances

Cleaning stairs, fire escapes, lifts, passages and waiting areas

Removing medical and general waste

Cleaning bins and flattening cardboard boxes

Following healthcare waste management and infection control requirements

Operating heavy-duty cleaning machines

Maintaining a clean and hygienic working environment

Sorting and sealing contaminated linen

Defrosting and cleaning unit refrigerators

Removing food leftovers when necessary

Cleaning and maintaining the unit kitchen

Controlling kitchen and bathroom stock and reporting shortages to the supervisor

Keeping cleaning trolleys clean

Completing daily activities on the cleaning control list

Following all cleaning service policies and procedures

Complying with the Occupational Health and Safety Act

Performing additional duties allocated by the supervisor

Attending approved meetings and training

Participating in continuous training and development programmes

Complying with the Performance Management and Development System

Applications must be submitted online only. No hand-delivered, faxed or emailed applications will be accepted.

A fully completed and signed new Z83 application form

The correct post reference number: refs/056250

The Z83 form must be properly completed. The Gauteng Department of Health states that all fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed.

Applicants should leave the question regarding professional or occupational registration blank if it does not apply to them.

Applications submitted without a completed and signed Z83 form and detailed CV may be disqualified.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by the HR Unit and asked to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents, which must not be older than six months, on or before the day of the interview.

Successful candidates may also undergo personnel suitability checks, including:

Applicants with foreign qualifications must provide a SAQA evaluation certificate.

The recommended candidate may also be subjected to medical surveillance in line with the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Applications must be submitted through the Gauteng Government E-Recruitment portal:

For assistance with online applications, applicants can email:

healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za

Ms Thembekile NdamaneTel: 011 933 8379 / 011 933 8391

The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities, Coloured males and females, Indian males and females, and White males and females are encouraged to apply.

Important: No payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised by the Gauteng Department of Health. Applicants should be cautious of scams and only use official application channels.

If you meet the minimum requirements and are interested in working in a healthcare environment, make sure you submit your application online before 04 September 2026.

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• The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a clean, safe and hygienic environment. Duties include:
• Sweeping, mopping and buffing floors using cleaning machines
• Cleaning walls, windows, doors and window frames
• Cleaning bathrooms, showers and lockers
• Dusting, washing and polishing furniture
• Cleaning corridors, public toilets, offices, clinics and entrances
• Cleaning stairs, fire escapes, lifts, passages and waiting areas
• Cleaning equipment and carpets
• Removing medical and general waste
• Cleaning bins and flattening cardboard boxes
• Following healthcare waste management and infection control requirements
• Operating heavy-duty cleaning machines
• Maintaining a clean and hygienic working environment
• Handling and storing linen
• Sorting and sealing contaminated linen

• To apply for the Cleaner Level 2 position, applicants must have:
• Adult Education and Training (AET/ABET) Level 3 or equivalent, such as Grade 7
• No previous experience required
• Basic knowledge of cleaning procedures
• Basic knowledge of health systems
• An understanding of Batho Pele Principles
• Knowledge of the Patients’ Rights Charter
• Basic knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety requirements
• Knowledge of the Six Priorities and National Core Standards
• Good listening, communication and interpersonal skills
• Good observation and organisational skills
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• The ability to work with tact and discretion
• The ability to work under pressure
• Knowledge of Labour Relations processes

This opportunity was sourced from Nasi-Ispani. Always verify final requirements and deadlines on the official source before applying.

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Applications must be submitted through the Gauteng Government E-Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za For assistance with online applications, applicants can email: healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za

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