Cleaners
Company
Department of Roads and Transport
Location
Johannesburg
Salary
R 139K a year
Posted
6 days ago
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Job Description
Package
R 138 486 per annum (Plus benefits) level 2
Requirements
• ABET or equivalent qualification. No experience required.
• Good communication skills (Verbal and written).
• Ability to work under pressure and in a team.
• Knowledge of work procedures in respect of working environment skills.
• Basic numeracy and good communication skills.
Duties
• Provision of cleaning services: Performing cleaning services of routine nature by utilizing a variety of aids throughout the offices, corridors, elevators and boardrooms.
• Keep the kitchen clean by ensuring the sink has no dishes and utensils.
• Emptying, washing and cleaning of waste bins.
• Report broken cleaning machines and equipment.
• Replace toilet paper, hand towels and fresheners.
Employment Equity
In line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to FEMALE COLOURED, FEMALE INDIAN, FEMALE WHITE candidates.
Employer
Department of Roads and Transport
Location
Johannesburg, Head Office
Closing Date
27-03-2026
Additional Information
Only online applications will be considered. Failure to attach the completed recruitment form or Curriculum Vitae (CV) will result in disqualification. The Department reserves the right not to appoint. Contact: 011 355-7082/7043. If you have not received any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.
R 138 486 per annum (Plus benefits) level 2
Requirements
• ABET or equivalent qualification. No experience required.
• Good communication skills (Verbal and written).
• Ability to work under pressure and in a team.
• Knowledge of work procedures in respect of working environment skills.
• Basic numeracy and good communication skills.
Duties
• Provision of cleaning services: Performing cleaning services of routine nature by utilizing a variety of aids throughout the offices, corridors, elevators and boardrooms.
• Keep the kitchen clean by ensuring the sink has no dishes and utensils.
• Emptying, washing and cleaning of waste bins.
• Report broken cleaning machines and equipment.
• Replace toilet paper, hand towels and fresheners.
Employment Equity
In line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to FEMALE COLOURED, FEMALE INDIAN, FEMALE WHITE candidates.
Employer
Department of Roads and Transport
Location
Johannesburg, Head Office
Closing Date
27-03-2026
Additional Information
Only online applications will be considered. Failure to attach the completed recruitment form or Curriculum Vitae (CV) will result in disqualification. The Department reserves the right not to appoint. Contact: 011 355-7082/7043. If you have not received any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs
What is the 2026 national minimum wage for cleaning staff in South Africa without a matric certificate?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the national minimum wage for cleaning staff is R25.42 per hour from 1 March 2026. Employers must pay this rate for all hours worked including the first 45 hours per week with no exceptions for entry-level roles.
Which documents are required to apply for cleaning staff positions through the Department of Employment and Labour in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants need a valid South African ID, proof of address, and bank details uploaded to the ESSA system by 31 December 2025. No matric certificate or prior experience is mandatory for registration.
How many hours per week and days of annual leave apply to cleaning staff contracts in South Africa from 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, cleaning staff may work a maximum of 45 ordinary hours per week with at least 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after 12 months of service. Overtime above 45 hours must be paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate.
What tax deductions apply to cleaning staff earning R25.42 per hour in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, cleaning staff earning below R95 750 per year pay zero income tax in the 2026 tax year. Employers must still deduct UIF at 1% of gross salary up to R177.12 per month.
