Cleaner: Cleaning Services Jobs in Gqeberha (X6 Posts)
Company
Department of Public Works and Infrastructure
Location
Gqeberha
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10 days ago
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Job Description
POST 08/349 : CLEANER: CLEANING SERVICES REF NO: 2026/109 (X6 POSTS)
SALARY : R138 486 per annum
CENTRE : Gqeberha Regional Office
REQUIREMENTS : A minimum Grade 10 or standard 8, ABET level 4 or equivalent qualifications. No experience required. Good interpersonal skills, basic communication and literacy. Ability to perform cleaning routine tasks. Knowledge on usage of cleaning materials and equipment.
DUTIES : Cleaning court offices and cells. Cleaning toilets, basins and wall tiles, empty and wash dustbins. Sweeping passages, floors, offices and pavements. Scrubbing, moping and polishing floors. Dust and polish furniture Cleaning windows, doors and walls, vacuuming offices and stripping floors.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. VR. Maqetuka Tel No: (041) 408 2199
APPLICATIONS : The Regional Manager, Department of Public Works, Private Bag X3913, Port Elizabeth, 6000 or Hand Deliver at Eben Donges Building Corner Hancock and Robert Street, North End, Port Elizabeth. Or email to: [email protected]
FOR ATTENTION : Ms PT Buwa
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The intention is to promote representatively in the Public Service through the filling of these posts and with persons whose appointment will promote representatively, will receive preference. An indication by candidates in this regard will facilitate the processing of applications. If no suitable candidates from the unrepresented groups can be recruited, candidates from the represented groups will be considered. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
CLOSING DATE : 20 March 2026 at 16H00
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 application form (obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the DPSA website link: https:/www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/, which must be signed, initialled and dated by the applicant, and must be accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae (CV) only.
SALARY : R138 486 per annum
CENTRE : Gqeberha Regional Office
REQUIREMENTS : A minimum Grade 10 or standard 8, ABET level 4 or equivalent qualifications. No experience required. Good interpersonal skills, basic communication and literacy. Ability to perform cleaning routine tasks. Knowledge on usage of cleaning materials and equipment.
DUTIES : Cleaning court offices and cells. Cleaning toilets, basins and wall tiles, empty and wash dustbins. Sweeping passages, floors, offices and pavements. Scrubbing, moping and polishing floors. Dust and polish furniture Cleaning windows, doors and walls, vacuuming offices and stripping floors.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. VR. Maqetuka Tel No: (041) 408 2199
APPLICATIONS : The Regional Manager, Department of Public Works, Private Bag X3913, Port Elizabeth, 6000 or Hand Deliver at Eben Donges Building Corner Hancock and Robert Street, North End, Port Elizabeth. Or email to: [email protected]
FOR ATTENTION : Ms PT Buwa
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The intention is to promote representatively in the Public Service through the filling of these posts and with persons whose appointment will promote representatively, will receive preference. An indication by candidates in this regard will facilitate the processing of applications. If no suitable candidates from the unrepresented groups can be recruited, candidates from the represented groups will be considered. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
CLOSING DATE : 20 March 2026 at 16H00
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 application form (obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the DPSA website link: https:/www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/, which must be signed, initialled and dated by the applicant, and must be accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae (CV) only.
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.
