Contract Cleaning Manager

Contract Cleaning Manager

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Company
Afri Services
Location
Gqeberha
Posted
13 hours ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Duties & Responsibilities

· Manage all cleaning staff members on allocated sites to ensure an optimum level of work performance.

· Visit allocated sites on a daily/weekly/monthly basis to ensure that delegated work was executed correctly, within the relevant time limit, and up to the required standard.

· Be present and/or represent the company at the CCMA when required.

· Prepare weekly and monthly reports of sites for the client, management and payroll staff, such as weekly leave and replacement report, customer satisfaction report, weekly plan and logbook, SHEQ reports, site equipment report, etc.

· Ensure that all staff members as well as themselves are updated with the policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and the terms & conditions of their employment contracts.

· Any other reasonable duty or instruction (that may not be mentioned in the job description) that may be requested, in writing or verbally, by management from time to time.

· Inspection of equipment of as well all add-on services equipment.

· Building and maintaining good relationships with clients.

· Arranging relief staff.

· Training of staff.

Desired Experience & Qualification

· Excellent management skills.

· Valid driver's license with no restrictions.

· At least two years' operational experience.

· Fluent in at least two South African languages, of which one must be English.

· Good communication skills: written and spoken.

· Good planning and organisation skills.

· Self-discipline.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):
• What is your current notice period?
• What is your expected remuneration?

License/Certification:
• drivers license? (Required)

Work Location: In person
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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.
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