Cleaner
Company
Feedem Recruitment
Location
Cape Town
Posted
20 days ago
Via
via Indeed
Job Description
Job Advert Summary
We are recruiting for a Cleaner to join our team. The Cleaner will carry out the cleaning duties to the requirements and satisfaction of the comapany and client.
Established in 1975, Feedem is a large contract catering company in South Africa which manages in excess of 300 sites and employs more than 5 000 people ranging from dieticians, chefs and human capital specialists to hygiene experts.
We provide a wide range of catering and associated services to clients in all industries. We customise our catering and services according to their needs. Our services are offered with confidence as everything we do is underpinned by an ethical code and full compliance with all the relevant industry standards and regulations.
We have a country-wide footprint with our head office in Johannesburg, and regional offices in Cape Town, Durban, George, Worcester, Port Elizabeth, Rustenburg, Kimberley and Bloemfontein.
Minimum Requirements
• Grade 12
• 1 -2-year experience in a similar role
• Be able to communicate in English
• Crim Checks and Credit Checks verification will be done
• Previous experience in facilities cleaning (building, swimming pool, Carwash etc)
Duties and Responsibilities
• Cleaning of building (swimming pools, gym, lifts and stairs
• To remove all refuse from the areas and to ensure that the refuse areas are scrubbed down and disinfected daily
• To use equipment, materials and cleaning agents correctly and according to instructions.
• Be able to operate cleaning machinery & signage
• Experience with cleaning chemicals and cleaning equipment
• To carry out any reasonable request by management
• May be required to assist with any other duties that may be outside scope of responsibility
We are recruiting for a Cleaner to join our team. The Cleaner will carry out the cleaning duties to the requirements and satisfaction of the comapany and client.
Established in 1975, Feedem is a large contract catering company in South Africa which manages in excess of 300 sites and employs more than 5 000 people ranging from dieticians, chefs and human capital specialists to hygiene experts.
We provide a wide range of catering and associated services to clients in all industries. We customise our catering and services according to their needs. Our services are offered with confidence as everything we do is underpinned by an ethical code and full compliance with all the relevant industry standards and regulations.
We have a country-wide footprint with our head office in Johannesburg, and regional offices in Cape Town, Durban, George, Worcester, Port Elizabeth, Rustenburg, Kimberley and Bloemfontein.
Minimum Requirements
• Grade 12
• 1 -2-year experience in a similar role
• Be able to communicate in English
• Crim Checks and Credit Checks verification will be done
• Previous experience in facilities cleaning (building, swimming pool, Carwash etc)
Duties and Responsibilities
• Cleaning of building (swimming pools, gym, lifts and stairs
• To remove all refuse from the areas and to ensure that the refuse areas are scrubbed down and disinfected daily
• To use equipment, materials and cleaning agents correctly and according to instructions.
• Be able to operate cleaning machinery & signage
• Experience with cleaning chemicals and cleaning equipment
• To carry out any reasonable request by management
• May be required to assist with any other duties that may be outside scope of responsibility
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs
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.
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.
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.
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.
