Gauteng Department of Health Cleaner Jobs 2026: 20 Posts, R144,024/Year

The Gauteng Department of Health has advertised 20 Cleaner Jobs at Weskoppies Hospital. The posts offer a salary of R144,024 per year, plus benefits.

The vacancy carries reference number REFS/056575 and falls under the Cleaning Directorate. The Department has issued the vacancy as a re-advertisement. Therefore, previous applicants are encouraged to apply again.

Applications must be submitted online through the Gauteng Department of Health E-Recruitment Portal. The closing date is 25 September 2026.

Gauteng Department of Health Cleaner Jobs 2026

The Cleaner posts are based at Weskoppies Hospital in Gauteng. Successful applicants will help maintain clean, hygienic, and safe hospital environments.

The role involves cleaning wards, departments, kitchens, corridors, entrances, and other designated areas. Cleaners must also follow hospital waste management and infection prevention procedures.

Cleaner Jobs Details

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Requirements for the Cleaner Vacancies

Applicants must meet the minimum requirements before applying. The Department lists ABET Level 4, Grade 10, or Grade 12 as acceptable educational qualifications.

Applicants must also demonstrate the ability to read and write. Good verbal and written communication skills are required.

Other requirements include:

• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to work with limited supervision.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Physical fitness for strenuous cleaning duties.
• Willingness to rotate between wards and departments.
• Willingness to work shifts.
• Availability to work weekends and public holidays.
• Honest, reliable, and responsible work habits.
• Ability to safely handle cleaning chemicals.
• Ability to safely operate cleaning equipment.

Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices will provide an added advantage.

The vacancy also includes criteria questions about Grade 10 or Grade 12 and cleaning experience. Applicants should provide accurate information when completing their applications.

Duties for the Gauteng Department of Health Cleaner Jobs

Successful candidates will perform a range of cleaning and housekeeping duties.

Their responsibilities will include cleaning floors, walls, windows, doors, furniture, lockers, beds, curtains, blinds, and other surfaces.

Cleaners will also maintain external areas such as corridors and entrances. They must remove litter and waste regularly.

Other key duties include:

• Removing and disposing of waste correctly.
• Following hospital waste management policies.
• Following infection prevention and control standards.
• Cleaning staff and patient kitchen areas.
• Cleaning refrigerators and microwave ovens.
• Washing dishes, cups, and utensils.
• Safely using and storing cleaning chemicals.
• Maintaining cleaning equipment and materials.
• Cleaning spills immediately to prevent accidents.
• Replenishing soap and toilet paper.
• Replenishing deodoriser blocks and air fresheners.
• Completing daily cleanliness checklists.
• Completing attendance and delegation registers.
• Reporting maintenance defects and hazards.
• Reporting shortages to supervisors or unit managers.

Cleaners must also maintain safe and hygienic environments for patients, visitors, and staff.

How to Apply for the Cleaner Jobs

Applications for these Gauteng Department of Health vacancies must be submitted strictly online.

Applicants should use the Gauteng Department of Health E-Recruitment Portal.

Apply for the Cleaner vacancies on the Gauteng Department of Health E-Recruitment Portal

No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted.

Applicants must submit the following:

1. A fully completed and signed new Z83 Application Form.
2. A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).

Download the Z83 Application Form

Shortlisted candidates will later need to provide certified copies of their qualifications. They must also provide other relevant documents requested by the Department.

These documents must not be older than six months when submitted.

Important Information for Applicants

Applicants should not pay anyone to apply for these vacancies. The Gauteng Department of Health states that no payment is required when applying for advertised posts.

The Department also reserves the right not to fill an advertised post.

Applicants with foreign qualifications must provide an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

Furthermore, shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks. These may include criminal record, citizenship, qualification, financial record, and employment reference checks.

Medical surveillance may also apply under the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 (Act 85 of 1993).

In line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to males across all race groups. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will also be given to South African citizens.

When Do Applications Close?

The closing date for the Gauteng Department of Health Cleaner vacancies is 25 September 2026.

Applicants should submit their applications before the deadline. Late applications may not be considered.

Due to the expected volume of applications, the Department will not acknowledge receipt individually. Candidates who have not been contacted within three months after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.

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