CLEANER

This permanent cleaner position is based in Polokwane and falls within the government's Paterson grading system at Grade A1, offering a cost-to-company remuneration package. The role is essential to maintaining a professional, hygienic and welcoming environment within the department's offices, and it also carries a strong frontline service element, meaning the successful candidate will be the first point of contact for many visitors and clients.

Candidates must have a minimum of Grade 10 and at least one year of general working experience, which may have been gained through an internship, learnership, apprenticeship or regular employment. Beyond formal qualifications, the department is looking for someone who demonstrates a superlative work ethic, a strong sense of responsibility, loyalty, cooperativeness and a positive attitude. These personal attributes are considered just as important as the formal requirements, because the role involves interacting with people, handling messages and representing the department at reception.

The core duties involve cleaning offices, kitchens, toilets, stairs, balconies, foyers, boardrooms and other designated areas according to a schedule. The cleaner will also replenish hygiene consumables such as soap, paper towels and toilet paper, ensuring that facilities remain stocked and presentable at all times. In addition, the role includes preparing refreshments and tea for meetings, as well as preparing plates and setting tables for lunch when requested. This means the position supports the smooth running of meetings and internal functions.

On the frontline side, the cleaner is expected to attend to and assist clients and visitors, direct them to the relevant officials, take messages when officials are not available, give frontline assistance to visitors and handle basic reception queries. This combination of cleaning and reception duties makes the role varied and requires someone who can multitask, remain courteous under pressure and maintain confidentiality when handling messages. The incumbent may also be asked to attend to any other relevant and reasonable tasks as and when required, so flexibility is important.

This is a permanent employment opportunity, which offers job security within the public sector. The cost-to-company structure means the package includes all employer contributions and benefits. The position is based in Polokwane, so applicants should be available to work at that centre. Interested candidates who meet the minimum requirements and embody the stated personal attributes are encouraged to apply through the official channels specified in the original advertisement, ensuring they submit all required documentation before the closing date.