Department: Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs (DARDLEA)
Directorate: Gert Sibande
Chief Directorate: District Extension Services
Programme: Farmers Support and Development Services
Municipality: Mkhondo Municipality
Reference No.: DARDLEA/2026/08/102
Experience: 0 years required
Remuneration: R144 024.00 per annum
INVITATION TO APPLY
The Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs (DARDLEA) invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of Cleaner: Permanent Level 2 within the Gert Sibande Directorate, under the Chief Directorate: District Extension Services and the Farmers Support and Development Services Programme.
Candidates who meet the minimum requirements and possess the necessary skills, competencies and physical ability to perform cleaning, hygiene and general manual duties are encouraged to apply.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Grade 10, ABET or a related/equivalent qualification.
- No previous working experience is required.
- Previous cleaning experience will be an added advantage.
- Must be physically fit and able to perform manual tasks and lift heavy objects.
- Ability to perform routine cleaning and general housekeeping duties.
- Basic knowledge of cleaning chemicals and their safe and appropriate use.
- Basic knowledge of cleaning equipment and machinery.
- Ability to operate or learn to operate cleaning equipment such as vacuum cleaners, floor polishers and pressure cleaners.
- Basic knowledge of hygiene, sanitation and ablution cleaning principles.
- Ability to follow instructions and complete assigned duties effectively.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Good organisational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Basic problem-solving skills and the ability to identify areas requiring special attention.
- Knowledge of the Batho Pele Principles will be an added advantage.
- Willingness to work in different areas of the workplace as required.
MINIMUM COMPETENCIES
The successful candidate should have:
- A strong work ethic and positive attitude.
- Good personal and organisational skills.
- Reliability and punctuality.
- Honesty and integrity.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work under supervision and follow workplace procedures.
- Ability to work independently and within a team.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Basic problem-solving skills.
- Ability to use and care for cleaning materials and equipment responsibly.
- Ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
- Ability to identify and report defects or unsafe conditions in the workplace.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to different cleaning procedures and working environments.
- Ability to perform physically demanding duties for extended periods when required.
JOB SUMMARY
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing routine cleaning and housekeeping services within the district office, buildings and other designated areas. The employee will ensure that offices, hallways, toilets, ablution facilities and other working areas are maintained in a clean, safe and hygienic condition.
The position requires a reliable, responsible and physically capable individual who is able to perform manual cleaning duties, use cleaning equipment correctly, maintain cleaning materials and follow instructions from the supervisor.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will be required to:
- Provide routine cleaning services in offices, buildings and other designated working areas.
- Sweep, scrub, mop and clean floors.
- Clean offices, hallways, corridors and common areas.
- Clean and maintain toilets and ablution facilities.
- Empty dustbins and dispose of waste appropriately.
- Clean doors, windows, furniture, surfaces and other areas as required.
- Operate cleaning machinery and equipment such as vacuum cleaners, floor polishers and pressure cleaners.
- Use cleaning chemicals safely and correctly.
- Keep cleaning materials and equipment clean, safe and properly stored.
- Maintain cleaning equipment in good working condition.
- Request cleaning materials and supplies from the stores when required.
- Monitor the availability of cleaning materials and report shortages to the supervisor.
- Advise the supervisor of areas requiring special cleaning attention.
- Report damaged equipment, defects and unsafe conditions in the workplace to the immediate supervisor.
- Maintain a clean, safe and hygienic working environment.
- Assist with general cleaning-related duties within the workplace.
- Comply with workplace health, safety and hygiene requirements.
- Perform any other reasonable duties assigned by the supervisor.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of their documents. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
Emailed applications will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates, including SMS candidates where applicable, may be required to undertake pre-entry assessments. These may include a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the technical and generic requirements of the post, as well as an integrity or ethical conduct assessment.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to make themselves available for assessments and interviews at a date, time and venue determined by the Department.
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you are not contacted within three months after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
The successful candidate will be appointed subject to the required security clearance and other applicable employment requirements. The Department is committed to providing equal opportunities and adheres to the principles of affirmative action in accordance with the Employment Equity Act and other relevant legislation applicable to the Public Service.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Closing Date: Friday, 11 September 2026
Reference Number: DARDLEA/2026/08/102
ENQUIRIES
Ms. N. Hlatshwayo: (017) 819 5377
Ms. K. L. Mdlalose: (017) 819 5377
SUITABLE CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
Applicants who meet the minimum educational requirements, are physically capable of performing the required manual duties, and possess the necessary cleaning, hygiene, communication and teamwork competencies are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date.
