The Gauteng Department of Health is seeking a Cleaner Supervisor to oversee cleaning operations at Cullinan Care & Rehabilitation Centre. The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising cleaning staff, ensuring compliance with cleaning standards, managing cleaning resources, and maintaining a clean, safe, and hygienic healthcare environment.

Job Type: Permanent
Directorate: Cleaning
Location: Cullinan Care & Rehabilitation Centre, Gauteng
Salary: R201 093 per annum plus benefits
Number of Posts: 1
Closing Date: 01 July 2026

Key Responsibilities

Successful candidates will be expected to:

• Supervise and manage cleaning personnel
• Ensure high cleaning standards are maintained throughout the facility
• Allocate daily duties and work schedules to cleaning staff
• Train cleaners on cleaning procedures and standards
• Monitor staff performance and compliance with cleaning schedules
• Conduct daily inspections and walkabouts
• Report incidents, challenges, and operational issues to management
• Ensure quality control measures are consistently maintained
• Manage leave, overtime claims, and performance management processes
• Compile weekly and monthly reports
• Order, receive, and safely store cleaning materials
• Manage cleaning chemicals and equipment
• Issue cleaning supplies to staff on a daily basis
• Schedule preventative maintenance for cleaning equipment
• Conduct monthly meetings with cleaning staff
• Attend relevant departmental meetings
• Implement disciplinary procedures when required
• Perform additional duties as delegated by management

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have either:

• Grade 10 (Standard 8) plus 5 years of relevant cleaning experience

OR

• Grade 12 (Matric/Standard 10) plus 2 years of relevant cleaning experience

Added Advantages

The following will be beneficial:

• Cleaning experience within a hospital or clinical environment
• Computer literacy
• Experience supervising cleaning teams
• Knowledge of healthcare cleaning standards

Knowledge and Skills Required

Candidates should possess:

• Leadership and supervisory skills
• Planning and organisational abilities
• Knowledge of cleaning standards and procedures
• Understanding of cleaning equipment and machinery
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations
• Understanding of Infection Prevention and Control processes
• Good communication skills
• Ability to monitor quality standards
• Strong administrative and reporting skills

Working Conditions

Applicants must be willing to:

• Work shifts
• Work weekends and public holidays
• Operate within a healthcare environment
• Supervise staff in various sections of the facility

Salary and Benefits

Annual Salary: R201 093 per annum

Benefits include:

• Government employee benefits package
• Pension benefits
• Medical benefits (where applicable)
• Annual leave benefits
• Career development opportunities within the public service

Selection Process

Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to:

• Qualification verification
• Criminal record checks
• Citizenship verification
• Reference checks
• Financial and social media screening
• Medical surveillance assessments
• Additional suitability assessments

Important Notes

• Applications must be submitted online through the Gauteng Government e-Recruitment Portal.
• No hand-delivered, emailed, or faxed applications will be accepted.
• A completed and signed Z83 application form and updated CV are required.
• Preference will be given in line with Employment Equity objectives.
• Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA.

Disclaimer

This vacancy is shared for informational purposes only. Q-Careers does not recruit on behalf of the Gauteng Department of Health. Applicants must apply through the employer’s official recruitment channels. We are not responsible for changes to the advert, requirements, salary, or closing dates. Always verify information directly with the employer before applying.

Closing Date: 01 July 2026

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