Warehouse Cleaner
Company
KERSTON FOODS CC
Location
Cape Town
Via
Job Mail
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Job Description
Cleaning
• Removing and picking up of all papers and rubbish from the warehouse floors and surrounding areas
• Daily cleaning of picking areas according to the cleaning schedule.
• Washing of the warehouse floors and picking bays according to the cleaning schedule supplied.
• Cleaning of staff common area such as canteen and bathrooms
• Cleaning of the recycling area and removing of boxes from the recycling area.
• Cleaning of repacking room and equipment once a week to ensure that it is kept clean.
• Transfer of bulk stock from holding pallets into correct pick faces
• Other duties as assigned.
Health and Safety
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Perform warehouse duties in accordance with the highest level of safety and efficiency and meets standards of quality.
• To use stacking techniques that will prevent damage to product.
• To keep warehouse spotless clean, organized, and safe. Respect safety measurements and highlight unsafe situations.
• Storage equipment kept clean meeting warehouse standards.
• Ensuring excellent housekeeping in storage areas.
• Ensuring work areas are kept clean, neat, and well-organized.
• Maintain safe working environment according to company procedures.
• Removing and picking up of all papers and rubbish from the warehouse floors and surrounding areas
• Daily cleaning of picking areas according to the cleaning schedule.
• Washing of the warehouse floors and picking bays according to the cleaning schedule supplied.
• Cleaning of staff common area such as canteen and bathrooms
• Cleaning of the recycling area and removing of boxes from the recycling area.
• Cleaning of repacking room and equipment once a week to ensure that it is kept clean.
• Transfer of bulk stock from holding pallets into correct pick faces
• Other duties as assigned.
Health and Safety
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Perform warehouse duties in accordance with the highest level of safety and efficiency and meets standards of quality.
• To use stacking techniques that will prevent damage to product.
• To keep warehouse spotless clean, organized, and safe. Respect safety measurements and highlight unsafe situations.
• Storage equipment kept clean meeting warehouse standards.
• Ensuring excellent housekeeping in storage areas.
• Ensuring work areas are kept clean, neat, and well-organized.
• Maintain safe working environment according to company procedures.
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.
