General Cleaner
Company
PRIMECARE FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
Location
Johannesburg
Job Type
Contractor
Posted
28 days ago
Via
via Bizcommunity
Job Description
Job context
maintains sanitary, tidy environments (offices,public areas) by sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and sanitizing surfaces.
Job description
Cleaning and sanitizing: Mopping, sweeping, and vacuuming floors; cleaning countertops, light fixtures, and windows.Restroom sanitation: Thoroughly cleaning, disinfecting, and restocking toilets, sinks, and restrooms.Waste management: Emptying trash cans and recycling bins, disposing of waste in designated areas.Common areas and offices: Dusting surfaces, cleaning furniture, and disinfecting high-touch areas like door handles and light switches.Kitchen/pantry maintenance: Cleaning surfaces, appliances, cupboards, and washing dishes.Stock maintenance: Monitoring inventory and refilling supplies like soap, paper towels, and toilet paper.Safety and reporting: Following health and safety guidelines, using chemical cleaners safely, and reporting repairs or hazards to management.
maintains sanitary, tidy environments (offices,public areas) by sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and sanitizing surfaces.
Job description
Cleaning and sanitizing: Mopping, sweeping, and vacuuming floors; cleaning countertops, light fixtures, and windows.Restroom sanitation: Thoroughly cleaning, disinfecting, and restocking toilets, sinks, and restrooms.Waste management: Emptying trash cans and recycling bins, disposing of waste in designated areas.Common areas and offices: Dusting surfaces, cleaning furniture, and disinfecting high-touch areas like door handles and light switches.Kitchen/pantry maintenance: Cleaning surfaces, appliances, cupboards, and washing dishes.Stock maintenance: Monitoring inventory and refilling supplies like soap, paper towels, and toilet paper.Safety and reporting: Following health and safety guidelines, using chemical cleaners safely, and reporting repairs or hazards to management.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs
What is the minimum wage for Cleaning Staff Jobs in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the minimum wage for cleaning staff in South Africa is R32.45 per hour as of 1 March 2026. This rate applies nationwide under the National Minimum Wage Act with no sector exemptions for contract or office cleaners. Overtime must be paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate after 45 hours in a week.
How many hours per week can Cleaning Staff legally work in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, cleaning staff may work a maximum of 45 ordinary hours per week as of 2026. Any work beyond this requires overtime pay at 1.5 times the rate, and employees are entitled to 21 consecutive days of annual leave after 12 months of service.
What documents are required to apply for Cleaning Staff Jobs in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must submit a valid South African ID, proof of address, and a signed employment contract. A tax number from SARS is mandatory before starting work, along with bank details for salary deposits.
How much tax do Cleaning Staff pay on salaries in South Africa in 2026?
As per SARS, cleaning staff earning below R95,750 per year pay 0% income tax in the 2026 tax year. Earnings between R95,751 and R237,100 are taxed at 18% after the R17,235 rebate, with monthly PAYE deductions required from employers.
