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HOUSEHOLD WORKER

Department of Health

Salary band

R 169 656

Closing date

31 August 2026

Reference

ECHEALTH/HOSW/FTH/ES/11/08/2026

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About this role

Department

Department of Health

Location

Buffalo City Metro, Frere Tertiary Hospital

Salary

R144 024 - R169 656 per annum (Level 02)

Requirements

NQF level 1 or 2 (ABET level 2 certificate or equivalent) with no experience. Poses good communication skills, be able to work shifts including weekends and public holidays. Be able to rotate when required. Honest and reliable. Poses physical strength and to cope with physical demands of the position. Be able to work as a team.

Duties

Provide housekeeping & cleaning services: Ensure cleanliness and tidiness of the areas allocated for cleaning. Removal of garbage disposal. Ensure cleanliness and hygiene in restrooms, bathrooms and other places in the building/offices. This includes washing, dusting, polishing, vacuum cleaning and sweeping as appropriate. Clean kitchen utensils and equipment. Maintain and keep control of stock levels of cleaning material/tea and meal utensils. Keep cleaning equipment safe, clean and in an efficient working condition. Report any item of equipment that needs to be repaired. Report shortage and or faulty machine/ equipment. Clean the boardroom, arranging chairs, water, glasses and any other utensils. Provide safeguarding & maintenance services: Store all cleaning equipment and products neatly in the designated cupboards. Implement simple security measures such as locking doors and closing windows. Monitor hazards in the buildings/offices/residential areas such as those related to fire and electricity. Ensure that simple maintenance repairs that do not need professional help are performed promptly by the service officers. Ensure compliance with all instructions relating to the use and storage of materials and equipment. Implement the universal precautionary measures. Assess the hygiene situation of the buildings and detect current and potential problems. Ensure adherence to Infection Control and Hygiene regulations.

Enquiries

Ms N Mthitshana Tel No: (043) 709 2487/2532 or Noluthando.Mthitshana@echealth.gov.za

Notes

Applications must be submitted on a duly completed New Z83 form (effective from 01 January 2021), e-Recruitment System automatically generates Z83 immediately you press apply and generate Z83. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents upon application but must submit a fully completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae. NB: Z83 in the e-recruitment system is currently not signable; so, applicants who submitted applications via the e-recruitment system will not be disqualified for an unsigned Z83 instead will be requested to sign on/or before the interview day. View the list of the positions you applied for on “My Job Applications” and do note that the system Z83 does not reflect work experience and qualifications, however, every detail of your information does reflect to the Recruitment team. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, and other relevant doc

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Department of Health. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

  • ·NQF level 1 or 2 (ABET level 2 certificate or equivalent) with no experience
  • ·Poses good communication skills, be able to work shifts including weekends and public holidays
  • ·Be able to rotate when required
  • ·Honest and reliable
  • ·Poses physical strength and to cope with physical demands of the position
  • ·Be able to work as a team

Key Duties

  • ·Provide housekeeping & cleaning services: Ensure cleanliness and tidiness of the areas allocated for cleaning
  • ·Removal of garbage disposal
  • ·Ensure cleanliness and hygiene in restrooms, bathrooms and other places in the building/offices
  • ·This includes washing, dusting, polishing, vacuum cleaning and sweeping as appropriate
  • ·Clean kitchen utensils and equipment
  • ·Maintain and keep control of stock levels of cleaning material/tea and meal utensils
  • ·Keep cleaning equipment safe, clean and in an efficient working condition
  • ·Report any item of equipment that needs to be repaired
  • ·Report shortage and or faulty machine/ equipment
  • ·Clean the boardroom, arranging chairs, water, glasses and any other utensils

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

  • Complete the Z83 form named in this advert, using the current official version
  • Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
  • Attach the certified ID and qualification documents specifically requested in this advert
  • Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
  • Submit your complete application package to ddsbdrecruit77@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for the HOUSEHOLD WORKER position at Department of Health?+

Applications for this post are submitted by email. Sign up on NewGenJobs, complete your profile, and use the one-click auto-apply feature - we attach your CV and the completed Z83 form (for government posts) and send the application directly to Department of Health from your Gmail account. The closing date is 31 August 2026.

What documents do I need to apply for a government post in South Africa?+

This advert asks for a completed Z83 form, which NewGenJobs can prepare from your profile. Submit a truthful, detailed CV with accurate employment dates. This advert also asks for certified supporting documents, so attach only the copies it names.

What is the salary for the HOUSEHOLD WORKER position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 169 656. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

When does the HOUSEHOLD WORKER application close?+

The closing date for this position is 31 August 2026 - 3 days from today. Late applications are not accepted by South African employers. Submit your application well before the deadline. NewGenJobs sends you a reminder before your tracked jobs close.