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2 GOVERNMENT CLEANER VACANCIES – ABET CERTIFICATE REQUIRED

The Department of Water and Sanitation is inviting applications for 2 Cleaner positions based in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth).

The positions offer a salary of R144 024 per annum (Level 02). Previous cleaning experience is listed as an advantage rather than a requirement.

JOB DETAILS

Position: Cleaner
Number of Posts: 2
Reference Number: 051026/25
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Southern Operations
Directorate: Operations Southern
Location: Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 02)
Closing Date: 05 October 2026

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must have:

ABET Certificate
Basic knowledge of cleaning principles
Basic knowledge of cleaning equipment
Basic understanding of cleaning chemicals, including correct dilution and mixing
Basic knowledge of health and safety requirements
Basic record-keeping knowledge
Ability to follow safety rules
Good communication skills
Good interpersonal skills

Previous cleaning-services experience will be an added advantage.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Successful candidates will:

Provide general cleaning services.
Clean offices, corridors, elevators and boardrooms.
Sweep, scrub, vacuum and shampoo floors.
Dust and wax floors and other surfaces.
Clean walls, windows and doors.
Empty and clean waste bins.
Collect and remove office waste.
Clean and freshen offices, boardrooms and other work areas.
Clean kitchens and storerooms.
Clean and maintain restrooms.
Refill hand-wash soap, paper towels and toilet paper.
Clean microwaves, vacuum cleaners and other equipment.
Maintain cleaning equipment after use.
Monitor cleaning-material stock.
Request additional cleaning materials when required.
Report broken machines and equipment.
Assist with other duties when required.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be submitted ONLINE through the Department of Water and Sanitation e-Recruitment system.

Search using:

Cleaner – Gqeberha/Port Elizabeth
Reference Number: 051026/25

Supporting documents such as copies of qualifications and ID do not need to accompany the initial application. These will only be requested from shortlisted candidates.

Make sure all compulsory information on the online Z83 application is completed correctly. Incomplete applications may be disqualified.

IMPORTANT

Preference will be given to candidates residing within the Nelson Mandela District.

Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to relevant suitability checks, which may include qualification verification, reference checks, criminal checks and credit checks.