Closing Date: 23 January 2026

Employer: Department of Health
Directorate: Support Services
Location: Johannesburg Health District
Reference Number: REFS/035035
Number of Posts: 42
Salary Package: R138 486 per annum (plus benefits)

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Introduction

The Department of Health invites suitably qualified and committed candidates to apply for Cleaner / Household Worker Level 2 positions within the Johannesburg Health District. These positions play a critical role in ensuring clean, safe, and hygienic healthcare facilities that support quality patient care.

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Requirements

Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Minimum Grade 10 (authentic school report) OR relevant NQF Level 2 OR ABET Level 4
• Ability to read and write
• Experience in the public service or cleaning environment will be an added advantage
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team
• Knowledge of Batho Pele Principles, Patients’ Rights, and Six Ministerial Priorities
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including night shifts, weekends, and public holidays
• Ability to deliver services under pressure

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Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Clean windows, walls, carpets, floors, offices, consulting rooms, passages, and corridors
• Dust and polish office furniture
• Empty bins and clean toilets and all designated clinic areas
• Change and wash linen
• Serve tea and refreshments when required
• Wash dishes, glasses, cutlery, and utensils
• Operate cleaning equipment and safely use cleaning chemicals
• Ensure safekeeping and proper handling of cleaning materials and equipment
• Keep cleaning equipment clean, safe, and secure
• Report any defects or faults noticed
• Perform any other duties as instructed by the supervisor

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Enquiries

Contact Person: Ms N Nkopane
Telephone: 011 725 0073

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Important Notes

• Applications must be submitted online only via the Gauteng E-Recruitment portal:
  👉 http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za
• No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted
• For assistance with online applications, email: healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za
• Applications must include:
  • A fully completed and signed new Z83 form
  • A recent, comprehensive CV
• Certified copies of qualifications and supporting documents will be required only from shortlisted candidates
• Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA
• Candidates may be subjected to:
  • Criminal record, citizenship, credit, qualification, and employment verification
  • Skills/knowledge tests where applicable
  • Medical surveillance in line with the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• The Department promotes employment equity.
  Women and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply
• Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only
• The Department reserves the right not to fill these posts

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How to Apply

Submit your application online only via the Gauteng Department of Health E-Recruitment portal:

👉 http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za

Applications close on 23 January 2026.