Northern Cape Department of Health Announces 21 Cleaner

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Northern Cape Department of Health Announces 21 Cleaner Vacancies for 2026

The Northern Cape Department of Health is inviting applications from individuals interested in joining the public healthcare sector as Cleaners. A total of 21 positions are available across various hospitals and administrative facilities throughout the province.

This recruitment drive presents an opportunity for job seekers with basic educational qualifications to secure employment within government while contributing to the cleanliness and safety of healthcare environments.

Vacancy Information

Position: Cleaner
Reference Number: NCDOH 73/2026
Department: Northern Cape Department of Health
Number of Posts: 21
Salary: R144 204 per annum
Salary Level: 02

Closing Date: 3 July 2026

Locations and Available Posts

The vacancies are distributed as follows: Facility Posts Available Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe Hospital 3 Kuruman Hospital 2 Tshwaragano Hospital 2 Dr Harry Surtie Hospital 3 Postmasburg Hospital 3 Connie Vorster Hospital 3 Springbok Hospital 1 Provincial Office 4

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • ABET Qualification (Grade 1–9)
  • Ability to perform cleaning and housekeeping duties
  • Willingness to work in a healthcare environment
  • No previous experience required

Main Responsibilities

The successful candidates will assist with maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards within healthcare facilities by performing duties such as:

  • Cleaning offices, hospital wards, corridors, and waiting areas
  • Sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and polishing floors
  • Dusting furniture and cleaning windows, doors, and walls
  • Emptying bins and disposing of waste appropriately
  • Cleaning kitchens and ablution facilities
  • Replacing hygiene supplies when necessary
  • Maintaining cleaning equipment and reporting defects
  • Supporting infection prevention and workplace hygiene measures

Essential Skills

Candidates should possess:

  • Good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Reliability and professionalism
  • Ability to work independently
  • Teamwork skills
  • Good organisational abilities
  • Physical stamina for daily cleaning duties

Remuneration

Successful applicants will receive a salary of:

R144 204 per annum (Salary Level 02)

Application Process

Applications should be directed to the facility where the applicant wishes to be considered.

Email Submission Addresses

Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe Hospital
[email protected]

Kuruman Hospital and Tshwaragano Hospital
[email protected]

Dr Harry Surtie Hospital
[email protected]

Postmasburg Hospital
[email protected]

Connie Vorster Hospital
[email protected]

Springbok Hospital
[email protected]

Provincial Office
[email protected]

Why Consider These Vacancies?

Government cleaning positions provide an important entry point into the public service sector. In addition to offering stable employment, these roles allow individuals to gain valuable workplace experience within healthcare institutions while supporting essential services that benefit communities across the Northern Cape.

Key benefits include:

  • No experience requirement
  • Government employment opportunity
  • Competitive entry-level salary
  • Multiple locations available across the province
  • Opportunity to build public sector work experience

Final Note

The Northern Cape Department of Health continues to strengthen healthcare support services by recruiting dedicated individuals who can help maintain safe and hygienic facilities. With 21 Cleaner posts available and no prior experience required, these vacancies may be suitable for job seekers looking to start a career in government service.

Interested candidates should ensure that their applications are submitted to the appropriate facility and that all required documents are included before submission.

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