• Reference Number : refs/035027
  • Directorate : Corporate Services
  • Number of Posts : 5
  • Package : R138 486.00 per annum (plus benefits)
  • Enquiries : Mrs. N.V. Tshabalala Tel- 011 278 7669

Requirements :

  • • Minimum Requirements: Grade 10. Basic knowledge of the Legislative framework and processes related to cleaning. Ability to work under pressure. Ability to liaise with internal and external stake holders. Ability to communicate well with people at different levels. Ability to organize and plan. Must be self-motivated and be prepared to rotate to other units. Ability to act with tact and insight. Knowledge of Batho Pele Principle. Exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills. Ability to work independently in a team. Must be prepared to work shifts which includes fixed, afterhours, night duty, weekends, and public holiday. Applicant should be prepared to undergo medical surveillance.

Duties :

  • • Cleaning of floors (sweep, mop and buffing with cleaning machines). Cleaning of walls, windows, doors and window frames, bathrooms, bathroom tiles, showers, bathroom basins and lockers, dusting, washing and polishing furniture. Cleaning corridors, theatre, x-rays, sluice rooms, kitchen, public toilets, offices, clinics, entrances, stairs, fire escapes, side walls, lifts, passages, waiting areas, equipment, and carpets. Removal of medical and general waste, cleaning bins, ensure segregation of waste. Adhere to the health care waste management policy and infection control prescripts. Operate heavy duty cleaning machines. Defrost and clean unit refrigerator, refill soap containers. Keeping trolleys clean.. Completion of daily work activities on cleaning control list. Adhere to all cleaning service policies and procedures. Adhere to timelines. Comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA). Perform other duties as allocated by the supervisor. Be willing to undergo continuous training and development programs. Attend meetings and training as approved by supervisor. Comply with the Performance Management and Development System (Contracting, reviews and final assessment).

Notes :

  • • Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed or emailed applications will be accepted. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit a comprehensive (detailed) CV and new updated Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. Received applications using the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered. Each (Z83) application for employment must be fully completed, initialled, and signed by the applicant. Failure to complete will lead to disqualification during the selection process. On the CV all experience should be in a chronological order indicating the employer, position and employment period. On the CV indicate the starting and ending period (DD/MM/YYYY). CV must have details of name of attended schools/institutions and area. The Information on the new Z83 must be in sync with the Curriculum Vitae. (Reference checks)- Provide at least 3 off which one must be immediate supervisor, the Department shall reserve the right to conduct verification beyond names provided, where necessary. Failure to submit all the relevant information preceding the statement above will result in disqualifying the candidate. The question that relates to conditions that prevents re-appointment under part F must be answered. Declaration must be completed and signed). Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the day of the interview. Please ensure that the specific reference number is quoted correctly. Only online applications will be considered. Correspondence will be entered with shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The employer reserves the right not to fill this post. It is legislative requirement that all newly appointed staff members be subjected to Personnel Suitability Check (PSC) - Verification, upon appointment within the department. This verification processes entails reference checks, identity verification, qualification verification, criminal records checks etc. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) (only when shortlisted). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act 5/1993. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. BGH does not have budget for resettlement and S & T claims. There will be utilize practical exercises/tests for non-SMS positions during the recruitment process to determine the suitability of candidates for the post(s).

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Bertha Gxowa Hospital

Closing Date : 26-01-2026


Criteria Questions
Do you have grade 10 certificate or equivalent ?
Do you knowledge of cleaning experience
Can you work shift?
Can you work under pressure?

Please Notes :

  • Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.