Cleaning Services Opportunity – Weskoppies Hospital
The Gauteng Department of Health is recruiting 20 Cleaners for Weskoppies Hospital. This is an opportunity for reliable and hardworking individuals who are passionate about maintaining clean, safe and hygienic healthcare environments.
Successful candidates will be responsible for providing cleaning services throughout hospital wards and departments, ensuring that patients, visitors and healthcare workers have a clean and safe environment in line with infection prevention and occupational health standards.
Job Details
- Employer: Department of Health
- Position: Cleaner
- Number of Posts: 20
- Reference Number: REFS/056575
- Directorate: Cleaning
- Location: Weskoppies Hospital
- Salary: R144 024 per annum plus benefits
- Closing Date: 25 September 2026
- Enquiries: Ms G. Muiambo
Tel: (012) 319 9587 / 060 521 8593
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- ABET Level 4, Grade 10 or Grade 12 certificate.
- Ability to read and write.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Physically fit and capable of performing strenuous cleaning duties.
- Willingness to rotate across wards and departments as required.
- Willingness to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays.
- Honest, reliable and responsible work ethic.
- Ability to handle cleaning chemicals and equipment safely.
Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices will be an added advantage.
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidates will be responsible for:
Cleaning and Hygiene Maintenance
- Cleaning and maintaining floors, walls, windows, doors, furniture, lockers, beds, curtains, blinds and designated surfaces within wards and departments.
- Maintaining cleanliness of external areas, including corridors and entrances.
- Removing litter and waste to maintain a hygienic environment.
- Cleaning staff and patient kitchen areas, refrigerators, microwave ovens and other designated equipment.
- Washing dishes, cups and utensils in wards and assigned areas.
Waste Management and Safety
- Removing and disposing of waste according to hospital waste management policies.
- Following infection prevention and control standards.
- Safely using, storing and maintaining cleaning chemicals, materials and equipment.
- Immediately cleaning spills to prevent accidents and maintain a safe environment.
Stock and Administration Duties
- Replenishing cleaning and hygiene consumables, including:
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Deodoriser blocks
- Air fresheners
- Completing and signing required documentation, including:
- Cleanliness checklists
- Attendance registers
- Delegation registers
- Reporting maintenance defects, hazards and shortages to supervisors or unit managers.
General Responsibilities
- Maintaining a clean, hygienic and safe environment for patients, visitors and staff.
- Following occupational health and safety requirements.
- Performing additional duties assigned by the supervisor within the scope of the position.
Working Conditions
Candidates must be prepared to:
- Work shifts.
- Work weekends and public holidays.
- Move between different hospital wards and departments.
- Perform physically demanding cleaning tasks.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online via the Gauteng Department of Health E-Recruitment Portal:
Applications must include:
- Completed and signed new Z83 Application Form.
- Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents before the interview.
Important Notes:
- No payment is required when applying for Gauteng Department of Health posts.
- No hand-delivered, faxed or emailed applications will be accepted.
- Personnel suitability checks, including criminal record checks, qualification verification and reference checks, will be conducted before appointment.
- Candidates may be subjected to medical surveillance where applicable.
- Preference will be given in line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan.
Closing Date: 25 September 2026