Department of Public Works and Infrastructure Hiring Cleaners – Multiple Posts Available

Department of Public Works and Infrastructure

The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure invites interested and suitably qualified candidates to apply for various Cleaner positions across different regional offices. These opportunities form part of the Department’s commitment to promoting representativity in the Public Service and ensuring the effective maintenance, cleanliness, and safety of government facilities. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment will contribute to employment equity, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The advertised positions offer entry-level employment with clear duties related to cleaning, hygiene, and general upkeep of buildings, including offices, courts, toilets, kitchens, and surrounding areas. Successful candidates will be expected to perform routine cleaning tasks, follow health and safety requirements, and support the smooth operation of public facilities. Applications must be submitted in accordance with the prescribed requirements and within the stated closing date to be considered.

AVAILABLE POSITIONS

Cleaner – Johannesburg Regional Office (8 Posts)
Cleaner: Facility Management – Mmabatho Regional Office (13 Posts)
Cleaner: Facilities Management – Cleaning Services – Cape Town Regional Office (10 Posts)
Cleaner – Bloemfontein (NDPW&I Workshop and Villiers Magistrate Office) (7 Posts)

The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The intention is to promote representativity in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. Preference will be given to candidates whose appointment will promote representativity. An indication by candidates in this regard will facilitate the processing of applications.

If no suitable candidates from unrepresented groups can be recruited, candidates from represented groups will be considered.
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

CLEANER (X8 POSTS)

REF NO: 2026/22

SALARY: R138 486 per annum
CENTRE: Johannesburg Regional Office

REQUIREMENTS
  • Grade 10 or Standard 8, Level 3 or equivalent qualification. Good interpersonal skills, basic communication and literacy. Ability to perform cleaning routine tasks. Knowledge of usage of cleaning materials and equipment will be an added advantage.
DUTIES
  • Cleaning court rooms and holding cells. Cleaning toilets, basins and wall tiles. Empty and wash dustbins. Sweeping passages, floors, offices and pavements. Scrubbing, mopping and polishing floors. Dusting and polishing furniture. Cleaning windows, doors and walls. Vacuuming offices and stripping floors.

ENQUIRIES: Mr K. Muthivheli
Tel No: (011) 713 6097

APPLICATIONS

Johannesburg Regional Office Applications:
The Regional Manager
Department of Public Works
Private Bag X3
Braamfontein
2017

Hand deliver to:
No. 78 Corner De Beer and Korte Street
Braamfontein
2017

Email: RecruitJHB26-03@dpw.gov.za

FOR ATTENTION: Mr M. Mudau

CLEANER – FACILITY MANAGEMENT (X13 POSTS)

SALARY: R138 486 per annum
CENTRE: Mmabatho Regional Office

PLACEMENT AREAS AND REFERENCES
  • Rustenburg Magistrate Court – Ref No: 2026/23A (X3 Posts)
  • Itsoseng Magistrate Court – Ref No: 2026/23B (X2 Posts)
  • Mmabatho (Dada Motors) – Ref No: 2026/23C (X1 Post)
  • Brits Magistrate Court – Ref No: 2026/23D (X1 Post)
  • Klerksdorp Magistrate Court – Ref No: 2026/23E (X1 Post)
  • Koster Magistrate Court – Ref No: 2026/23F (X1 Post)
  • Ventersdorp Magistrate Court – Ref No: 2026/23G (X1 Post)
  • Potchefstroom Magistrate Court – Ref No: 2026/23H (X3 Posts)
REQUIREMENTS
  • Passed ABET Level 4 or Grade 12. Good interpersonal skills, effective communication, planning and organising skills. Ability to operate machinery and basic literacy. Knowledge of cleaning materials and Occupational Health and Safety will be an added advantage.
DUTIES
  • Effective cleaning of buildings. Emptying dustbins. Dusting and polishing furniture. Cleaning windows and walls. Washing floors and vacuuming carpets. Deep cleaning of toilets. Refilling toilet dispensers with toilet paper and hand washing soap. Cleaning kitchen utensils. Reporting defects encountered during cleaning. Alerting working staff of slippery floors. Offloading delivered materials and arranging the storeroom accordingly.

ENQUIRIES: Ms M. Llali
Tel No: (018) 386 5379

APPLICATIONS

Mmabatho Regional Office:
The Regional Manager
Department of Public Works
Private Bag X120
Mmabatho
2735

Hand deliver to:
810 Corner Albert Luthuli Drive and Maisantwa Streets
Unit 3
Mmabatho
2735

Email: RecruitMBT26-02@dpw.gov.za

FOR ATTENTION: Mr T. Oagile

NOTE: Please specify the reference number in your application according to your preferred area. Please submit a separate, complete application for each post.

CLEANER – FACILITIES MANAGEMENT: CLEANING SERVICES (X10 POSTS)

SALARY: R138 486 per annum
CENTRE: Cape Town Regional Office

PLACEMENT AREAS AND REFERENCES
  • Customs House – Ref No: 2026/24A (X1 Post)
  • Mitchell’s Plain Court – Ref No: 2026/24B (X2 Posts)
  • Khayelitsha Court – Ref No: 2026/24C (X2 Posts)
  • Atlantis Court – Ref No: 2026/24D (X2 Posts)
  • Swellendam Court – Ref No: 2026/24E (X2 Posts)
  • Knysna Court – Ref No: 2026/24F (X1 Post)
REQUIREMENTS
  • A Junior Certificate (Grade 8), ABET Level 4 or equivalent qualification. No experience required. Good interpersonal, basic communication and literacy skills. Ability to perform routine tasks. Knowledge of cleaning materials and equipment will be an added advantage. Ability to work physically for long hours, exposed to chemicals and hazardous working conditions.
DUTIES
  • The effective cleaning of buildings including offices, court rooms and open spaces. Emptying dustbins. Dusting and polishing wooden tables and other furniture. Refilling water bottles with fresh water. Cleaning windows, doors and walls. Scrubbing, mopping and polishing floors and vacuuming carpets. Sweeping passages, office floors, pavements and basements.
  • The effective cleaning of toilets including deep cleaning of toilets, refilling toilet dispensers with toilet paper and hand washing soap, washing basins, walls and floors.
  • The effective cleaning of kitchens including washing dishes during forums and meetings, washing kitchen floors, cleaning kitchen appliances and assisting with tea and coffee during meetings.
  • Rendering assistance regarding the general safety of buildings by reporting defects encountered during cleaning, alerting working staff of slippery floors and stairs, and alerting supervisors of failed light bulbs and locks not working.

ENQUIRIES: Mr Dorian Lewin
Tel No: (021) 402 2104

APPLICATIONS

Cape Town Regional Office Applications:
The Regional Manager
Department of Public Works
Private Bag X9027
Cape Town
8000

Hand deliver to:
Ground Floor
Customs House Building
Lower Heerengracht Street
Cape Town

Email: RecruitCPT26-18@dpw.gov.za

FOR ATTENTION: Ms C. Rossouw

NOTE: Please specify the reference number in your application according to your preferred area. Please submit a separate, complete application for each post. Preference will be given to people residing directly in the mentioned areas.

CLEANER (X7 POSTS)

REF NO: 2026/25

SALARY: R138 486 per annum

CENTRES
  • Bloemfontein NDPW & I Workshop (X6 Posts)
  • Bloemfontein NDPW & I Villiers Magistrate Office (X1 Post)
REQUIREMENTS
  • Standard 8 / Grade 10 and ability to read and write. No experience required. Good interpersonal skills, basic communication and literacy. Ability to perform routine tasks. Knowledge of cleaning materials and equipment will be an added advantage.
DUTIES
  • Cleaning toilets, urinals, basins and wall tiles. Emptying and washing dustbins. Sweeping passages, floors and offices. Scrubbing, mopping and polishing floors. Dusting and polishing furniture. Cleaning windows, doors and walls. Sweeping and mopping kitchens. Vacuuming and washing carpets. Sweeping, mopping and scrubbing holding cells. Keeping storerooms clean and neat.

ENQUIRIES: Ms N.B. Nkonyana
Tel No: (051) 408 7353

APPLICATIONS

Bloemfontein Regional Office Applications:
The Regional Manager
Department of Public Works
Private Bag X20605
Bloemfontein
9300

Hand deliver to:
18 President Brand Street
Bloemfontein
9300

Email: RecruitBloem26-02@dpw.gov.za

FOR ATTENTION: Mr D. Manus

CLOSING DATE: 30 January 2026 at 16:00
IMPORTANT APPLICATION NOTES

Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 application form obtainable from any Public Service Department or from the DPSA website. The Z83 form must be fully completed, signed, initialled and dated and must be accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae only.

Candidates are not required to submit certified copies of qualifications and related documents at application stage. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the interview date, which should not be older than six months.

Applicants submitting an incorrect or old Z83 application form will be disqualified. PART A and PART B of the Z83 form must be fully completed. PART C to PART G may refer to the attached CV where space is limited.

Applicants applying for more than one advertised post must submit separate Z83 application forms and CVs for each post. Applications received where more than one post is applied for on the same Z83 form will only be considered for the first post indicated.

Applications will be accepted via post, courier services, hand delivery or email. Late applications will not be considered.

Shortlisted candidates must be willing to undergo vetting and verification processes. Due to the large number of applications expected, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged and correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you do not receive feedback within three months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

For emailed applications, submit a single PDF document per application to the email address specified. The attachment must not exceed 15MB. It remains the applicant’s responsibility to ensure successful submission.

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