Netcare Hospital Cleaner Open Positions

Netcare Hospital Cleaner Open Positions

Johannesburg, South Africa

Company
JobServiceHub
Location
Johannesburg
Posted
12 days ago
Via
via Talent.com

Job Description
Overview

A Netcare Hospital Cleaner is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, hygiene, and infection‑control standards across Netcare hospitals, clinics, emergency centres, and Primary Care facilities throughout South Africa.
Responsibilities
• Ensure cleanliness and hygiene of patient wards, operating theatres, waiting areas, and restrooms.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for healthcare cleaning and infection‑control protocols.
• Maintain sterile environments and support infection‑prevention efforts in high‑traffic areas.
• Assist in the routine upkeep of facilities to meet Netcare’s rigorous standards.
Salary & Benefits
• Entry‑level cleaner – ZAR 5,500–7,000 per month
• Experienced cleaner – ZAR 7,000–9,500 per month
• Theatre and ICU support cleaner – ZAR 7,500–10,500 per month
• Medicross clinic cleaner – ZAR 6,500–9,000 per month
• Cleaning team leader – ZAR 10,000–14,000 per month
• Cleaning supervisor – ZAR 14,000–19,000 per month
Netcare Facility Types and Cleaning Opportunities

Netcare Hospitals: Acute private hospital care across medical, surgical, maternity, paediatric, and oncology disciplines, requiring specialised infection‑prevention and hygiene standards.

Netcare Emergency Centres: 24‑hour acute emergency treatment facilities that demand frequent sanitisation and strict infection‑control protocols.

Netcare Medicross Primary Care: Primary care clinics providing general practitioner consultations, pharmacy services, and allied health services, requiring consistent professional cleaning across consultation rooms, pharmacy areas, waiting rooms, and restrooms.
Locations
• Johannesburg, Gauteng – hospital and clinic cleaning, sterile environment maintenance, and patient ward hygiene
• Sandton, Gauteng – premium hospital cleaning and high‑standard healthcare hygiene
• Cape Town, Western Cape – hospital and clinic cleaning, infection‑control hygiene, and operating theatre support cleaning
• Durban, KwaZulu‑Natal – hospital cleaning, premium healthcare hygiene, and patient area maintenance
• Pretoria / Tshwane, Gauteng – hospital and clinic cleaning and premium facility hygiene
• Bloemfontein, Free State – hospital cleaning and facility hygiene services
• Polokwane, Limpopo – hospital cleaning and healthcare hygiene maintenance
• Mbombela, Mpumalanga – hospital cleaning and facility hygiene
• Gqeberha, Eastern Cape – hospital cleaning and premium facility hygiene services
Qualifications & Skills
• Education: No formal qualification required for entry‑level roles; Grade 10 or Grade 12 strongly preferred; good English communication skills advantageous.
• Experience: Previous cleaning experience in a hospital, clinic, or healthcare environment is advantageous.
• Knowledge: Basic understanding of infection‑control procedures and hygiene protocols; ability to follow SOPs.
• Attributes: Reliability, attention to detail, and physical fitness to meet the demands of a healthcare cleaning environment.
• Certifications (advantageous):
• Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) awareness training
• Health and Safety (OHSA) awareness certificate
• First Aid Level 1 (advantageous but not required for entry‑level roles)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs in South Africa

Q What is the 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 R31.65 per hour effective 1 March 2026. This equates to R6,171 per month for a standard 45-hour week over 52 weeks annually. Domestic cleaning staff follow the same hourly rate under Sectoral Determination 7.
Q What work visa do foreigners need for cleaning staff jobs in South Africa in 2026?
Foreigners require a General Work Visa (category 22) for cleaning staff jobs, which needs a job offer from a registered employer and proof no suitable South African worker is available. The application fee is R1,520 and processing takes up to 8 weeks at a VFS centre. SADC nationals may qualify under bilateral agreements but still need Department of Home Affairs approval.
Q Can I get a cleaning staff job in South Africa without matric or experience in 2026?
No formal education like matric or prior experience is required for entry-level cleaning staff jobs, as per the Basic Conditions of Employment Act. Workers must be at least 16 years old and physically fit for duties. Employers often provide on-the-job training for compliance with occupational health standards.
Q What documents do I need to apply for cleaning staff jobs via employment services in 2026?
To register as a work-seeker for cleaning jobs on the Employment Services of South Africa (ESSA) platform, submit a certified ID copy, proof of residential address, and any qualification certificates. A CV and bank statement for UIF purposes are also required. Registration is free and done online or at local labour centres.
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