Jubilee District Hospital is recruiting six cleaners to join its frontline support staff, ABET Level 4 cleaner Gauteng. offering an opportunity to work in a busy healthcare environment while contributing directly to patient safety and infection control. The positions, advertised under reference Refs/050105 in the Directorate of Admin and Logistic Support, are permanent posts at Level 2 with an annual salary of R144,024 plus benefits. The closing date for applications is 29 June 2026.
Successful applicants must have a minimum of ABET Level 4 or Grade 10 (or equivalent) and be physically fit, as the role requires stamina and the ability to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays. Good verbal and written communication skills and strong interpersonal abilities are important, alongside a productive, dependable work ethic. Prior hospital cleaning experience is an advantage, although applicants with general cleaning experience who can demonstrate attention to hygiene and procedure are welcome.
Cleaners at Jubilee District Hospital carry significant responsibility for maintaining a safe, sanitary environment. Daily duties include sweeping, mopping, damp and dry dusting, polishing floors, and cleaning windows, walls, basins, sinks, lockers, beds, kitchens and bathrooms. Staff are expected to empty and manage waste in designated areas, open windows daily for ventilation to support infection control, and follow cleaning checklists that ensure toilets and other facilities meet hygienic standards. Routine replacement of consumables such as toilet paper and hand soap, secure storage and care of cleaning equipment, and prompt reporting of hazards or equipment malfunctions also form part of the role.
The Department emphasizes compliance with safety and procedural standards. Candidates should be able to follow instructions precisely and report any electrical or mechanical issues affecting cleaning machines. Periodic skills or knowledge tests and a personnel suitability check—including criminal record, citizenship, credit record, qualification and employment verification—may be conducted for shortlisted applicants. Medical surveillance may be required under the Occupational Health and Safety Act where applicable.
Applications must be submitted through the Gauteng e-Recruitment portal at http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications are accepted. Each application must include a fully completed and signed Z83 form and a current comprehensive CV; submissions lacking these documents will be disqualified. Applicants with foreign qualifications must obtain SAQA evaluation certificates. Those needing help with the online process can email healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za.
The Department encourages women and people with disabilities to apply and notes that where a driver’s licence is mandatory, exceptions may be granted for applicants with disabilities. Due to high application volumes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted; if you don’t hear back within three months, consider the application unsuccessful. For queries, contact Mr Gusha K at 012 717 9377