General Cleaner

General Cleaner


Company
PRIMECARE FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
Location
Johannesburg
Job Type
Contractor
Posted
28 days ago
Via
via Bizcommunity

Job Description
Job context
maintains sanitary, tidy environments (offices,public areas) by sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and sanitizing surfaces.

Job description
Cleaning and sanitizing: Mopping, sweeping, and vacuuming floors; cleaning countertops, light fixtures, and windows.Restroom sanitation: Thoroughly cleaning, disinfecting, and restocking toilets, sinks, and restrooms.Waste management: Emptying trash cans and recycling bins, disposing of waste in designated areas.Common areas and offices: Dusting surfaces, cleaning furniture, and disinfecting high-touch areas like door handles and light switches.Kitchen/pantry maintenance: Cleaning surfaces, appliances, cupboards, and washing dishes.Stock maintenance: Monitoring inventory and refilling supplies like soap, paper towels, and toilet paper.Safety and reporting: Following health and safety guidelines, using chemical cleaners safely, and reporting repairs or hazards to management.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs

Q What is the 2026 national minimum wage for cleaning staff jobs in South Africa?
The Department of Employment and Labour sets the national minimum wage at R30.50 per hour for all workers including cleaning staff from 1 March 2026. Overtime must be paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate after 45 hours per week. Employers in the contract cleaning sector must display this rate on payslips.
Q What are the maximum weekly working hours and annual leave entitlements for cleaning staff in South Africa in 2026?
Cleaning staff may not work more than 45 hours per week or 9 hours per day under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act. Workers receive 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after 12 months of employment. Sick leave is 36 days over a 3-year cycle.
Q Do cleaning staff jobs in South Africa require any education or experience qualifications in 2026?
No formal education or prior experience is required by the Department of Employment and Labour for entry-level cleaning positions. Employers may request a Grade 9 certificate or basic literacy for safety compliance. A valid South African ID or work permit is mandatory for all applicants.
Q What documents are needed to apply for cleaning staff jobs through the Department of Employment and Labour in 2026?
Applicants must submit a valid South African ID, proof of address, bank account details, and a completed Z83 form when applying via labour centres. A CV and contactable references are also required for shortlisting. Foreign nationals need a valid work visa endorsed for domestic or cleaning work.
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