The Department of Health and Wellness in the Western Cape invites applications for multiple permanent Household Aid positions at Tygerberg Hospital. These roles offer a unique opportunity to contribute to the cleanliness and hygiene standards within one of the province’s busiest healthcare institutions.
Key Responsibilities
Household Aid staff will play a vital role in maintaining hygiene standards across clinical and general areas within the hospital. Key duties will include:
- Sweeping, dusting, mopping, scrubbing, and polishing hospital floors
- Deep cleaning of specialized areas such as isolation units and the ICU
- Managing waste, including hospital waste and linen
- Assisting with meal services for patients
- Ensuring all cleaning equipment is maintained, cleaned after use, and securely stored
- Conducting hospital hygiene audits and adhering to Infection Prevention and Control standards
- Performing terminal cleaning in sensitive areas like the ICU
This position requires a commitment to high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for both patients and healthcare staff.
Requirements
To be considered for this position, applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Cleaning Experience: Prior cleaning experience within a healthcare setting is essential.
- Physical Ability: Must be able to perform physical tasks such as lifting heavy equipment.
- Shift Work: Willingness to work shifts, weekends, public holidays, and night duty.
- Communication Skills: Strong verbal communication and organizational skills.
- Knowledge: Basic understanding of hospital hygiene audits, waste management, linen management, and time management.
- Basic Literacy: Candidates must demonstrate basic numeracy and literacy.
Applicants may also be subjected to a practical or competency test as part of the selection process.
Salary and Benefits
Successful candidates will receive an annual salary of R138,486 – R163,131, with additional service benefits, including:
- A 13th cheque
- Employer’s contribution to the pension fund
- Housing and medical aid allowances
This comprehensive package ensures that employees are supported both financially and in terms of well-being.
How to Apply
Candidates interested in applying for the Household Aid positions at Tygerberg Hospital must ensure they meet the following criteria:
- Contact Information: For more details, contact Mr. JJ Roberts at (021) 938 4121.
- Documentation: Shortlisted candidates will need to bring recently certified copies of their Identity Document, driver’s license (if applicable), qualification(s), and/or proof of registration with the relevant statutory body. These documents should be no older than six months.
- Application Deadline: Applications must be submitted by 22 August 2025.
Important Notes
- No Fees: Please note that no payment is required at any stage of the application process.
- Security and Qualification Checks: As part of the hiring process, candidates will undergo a series of checks, including security clearance, qualification verification, and criminal record checks.
- Equity and Inclusion: The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is committed to Employment Equity, and candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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This opportunity at Tygerberg Hospital provides a rewarding career path for those passionate about healthcare hygiene and patient well-being. The position offers a chance to contribute to essential cleaning duties that support a hospital environment where safety and cleanliness are top priorities.
Closing date for applications: 22 August 2025