Cleaner
Company
Feedem Recruitment
Location
Cape Town
Posted
20 days ago
Via
via Indeed
Job Description
Job Advert Summary
We are recruiting for a Cleaner to join our team. The Cleaner will carry out the cleaning duties to the requirements and satisfaction of the comapany and client.
Established in 1975, Feedem is a large contract catering company in South Africa which manages in excess of 300 sites and employs more than 5 000 people ranging from dieticians, chefs and human capital specialists to hygiene experts.
We provide a wide range of catering and associated services to clients in all industries. We customise our catering and services according to their needs. Our services are offered with confidence as everything we do is underpinned by an ethical code and full compliance with all the relevant industry standards and regulations.
We have a country-wide footprint with our head office in Johannesburg, and regional offices in Cape Town, Durban, George, Worcester, Port Elizabeth, Rustenburg, Kimberley and Bloemfontein.
Minimum Requirements
• Grade 12
• 1 -2-year experience in a similar role
• Be able to communicate in English
• Crim Checks and Credit Checks verification will be done
• Previous experience in facilities cleaning (building, swimming pool, Carwash etc)
Duties and Responsibilities
• Cleaning of building (swimming pools, gym, lifts and stairs
• To remove all refuse from the areas and to ensure that the refuse areas are scrubbed down and disinfected daily
• To use equipment, materials and cleaning agents correctly and according to instructions.
• Be able to operate cleaning machinery & signage
• Experience with cleaning chemicals and cleaning equipment
• To carry out any reasonable request by management
• May be required to assist with any other duties that may be outside scope of responsibility
We are recruiting for a Cleaner to join our team. The Cleaner will carry out the cleaning duties to the requirements and satisfaction of the comapany and client.
Established in 1975, Feedem is a large contract catering company in South Africa which manages in excess of 300 sites and employs more than 5 000 people ranging from dieticians, chefs and human capital specialists to hygiene experts.
We provide a wide range of catering and associated services to clients in all industries. We customise our catering and services according to their needs. Our services are offered with confidence as everything we do is underpinned by an ethical code and full compliance with all the relevant industry standards and regulations.
We have a country-wide footprint with our head office in Johannesburg, and regional offices in Cape Town, Durban, George, Worcester, Port Elizabeth, Rustenburg, Kimberley and Bloemfontein.
Minimum Requirements
• Grade 12
• 1 -2-year experience in a similar role
• Be able to communicate in English
• Crim Checks and Credit Checks verification will be done
• Previous experience in facilities cleaning (building, swimming pool, Carwash etc)
Duties and Responsibilities
• Cleaning of building (swimming pools, gym, lifts and stairs
• To remove all refuse from the areas and to ensure that the refuse areas are scrubbed down and disinfected daily
• To use equipment, materials and cleaning agents correctly and according to instructions.
• Be able to operate cleaning machinery & signage
• Experience with cleaning chemicals and cleaning equipment
• To carry out any reasonable request by management
• May be required to assist with any other duties that may be outside scope of responsibility
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.
