General Worker (Cleaner)-Preparation Centre (Pretoria)

General Worker (Cleaner)-Preparation Centre (Pretoria)

Pretoria, South Africa

Company
AVBOB South Africa
Location
Pretoria
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via Talent.com

Job Description
Description
• We are looking for an energetic, ambitious, motivated, resilient and passionate individual to join AVBOB as a General Worker (Cleaner) based at the Preparation Centre (Pretoria).
• Your role will be to maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic environment in all designated areas, including standard office spaces and specialised facilities such as the mortuary and Aquamation Centre. This role requires adherence to strict hygiene protocols, sanitary standards, and sensitive operational practices to ensure the dignity, safety and compliance of all facility environments.
• You will be working for a well-established company that is over 100 years old with strong values. An organization that values employee development and rewards excellent performance.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:
• Perform daily cleaning of floors, furniture and surfaces by using approved cleaning materials and applying routine cleaning practices to produce a tidy and hygienic office environment.
• Service bathroom facilities by refilling supplies, disinfecting surfaces and cleaning toilets to produce clean, odour-free and fully stocked sanitation spaces.
• Empty and sanitise dustbins by collecting waste, disposing responsibly and wiping surrounding areas to produce clean communal spaces free of contamination.
• Provide visitor refreshments by receiving visitor requests, preparing beverage items and serving them appropriately to produce a welcoming and professional client experience.
• Clean mortuary floors and working areas by sweeping, disinfecting and mopping according to hourly cleaning schedules to produce a safe and infection-controlled environment.
• Maintain cold room hygiene by applying disinfectant, mopping every hour and sanitising surfaces to produce sterile conditions that meet regulatory standards.
• Clean and wash stretchers and stretchers covers by applying approved detergents and following sanitation procedures to produce dignified and contamination-free equipment.
• Refill mortuary hygiene solutions by checking solution levels, mixing according to safety instructions and replenishing containers to produce consistent availability of sterilisation supplies.
• Record cold room temperatures three times daily by reading the temperature gauge, logging results and reporting irregularities to produce monitored and compliant storage conditions.
• Clean the Aquamation facility daily by disinfecting floors, equipment and surrounding areas to produce a sterile and safe working environment for specialised operations.
• Dispose of cleaning solutions used in the Aquamation area by following approved chemical disposal instructions to produce safe environmental compliance.
• Prepare and hand over of medical waste to approved supplier
• Monitor refreshment supplies by checking stock levels and notifying the manager when supplies are low to produce timely replenishment.
• Refill refreshments by arranging required stock and ensuring consumption areas remain neat to produce a consistently serviced refreshment area for staff and visitors.

Requirements

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION:
• ABET Level 4
• Ability to read and write
• Must be able to speak and understand English
• 1–2 years cleaning experience
More Jobs
Hospitality Cleaning Manager — Operations & Team Lead
Tsebo Solutions Group  · 3 days ago
Assistant
Dikapi Cleaning Services  · 30 days ago
Cleaner
Work-Force  · 3 days ago
Deputy Cleaning Manager; Boksburg, JHB
Newrest  · 11 hours ago

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs in South Africa

Q What is the national minimum wage for cleaning staff jobs in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the national minimum wage for cleaning staff is R32.45 per hour effective 1 March 2026. This amounts to R5,850 per month for a standard 45-hour week over 22 working days. Overtime must be paid at 1.5 times the normal rate after 45 hours.
Q What work visa do foreigners need for cleaning staff jobs in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Home Affairs, foreigners require a General Work Visa sponsored by a South African employer for cleaning roles. The employer must advertise the job for 30 days on the Employment Services of South Africa (ESSA) database and prove no suitable local candidate exists. Processing takes 8-10 weeks with fees of R1,520.
Q What are the eligibility criteria for entry-level cleaning staff jobs without experience in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, no formal education or prior experience is required for basic cleaning staff positions under the national minimum wage. Applicants must be at least 16 years old and physically fit for duties as per Basic Conditions of Employment Act No. 75 of 1997. Employers prioritize reliable references over qualifications.
Q What documents are required to apply for cleaning staff jobs in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, required documents include a certified ID copy, proof of residential address not older than 3 months, and a CV with contactable references. For UIF registration post-hire, bank statements and tax number are needed within 6 months of employment. Medical fitness certificates may be requested for industrial cleaning sites.
View all 7 FAQs