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Cleaner

South African Police Service, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

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Company
South African Police Service
Location
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Job type
Permanent
Minimum qualification
ABET / able to read and write
Salary
R144 024 per annum (Level 02)
Closing date
13 November 2026 (10 days left)
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About this post

The South African Police Service is looking for a Cleaner in Durban. It is a permanent post on salary level 2, paying R144 024 per annum.

Where you will work: Technology Management Services: PHO Ref No: KZN CL 01/06/2026 (X1 Post) SAPS Durban ICTU Ref No: KZN CL 02/06/2026 (X1 Post) SAPS Ulundi ICTU Ref No: KZN CL 03/06/2026 (X1 Post)

Closing date: Friday, 13 November 2026. Late applications are not considered.

What you need

The official advert asks for:

  • Applicants must display competency in the core functions of the post.
  • Be proficient in at least English and one other official language.
  • Be a citizen of the Republic of South Africa of which documentary proof must be furnished on the day of the interview.
  • Be in possession of ABET Level 4/Grade 9/Standard 7 certificate/report (NQF level 1 as recognized by SAQA), for which documentary proof can be produced when required.
  • Knowledge, Skills Competencies: Understanding of how to handle cleaning detergents
  • Occupational AND Health and Safety protocol
  • Basic literacy, numeracy and communication skills
  • Be able to read and write
  • Ability to interact with other officials in a professional manner
  • The ability to operate elementary machines and equipment
  • Willing to work extended hours when necessary.

What you’ll do

  • Maintaining of a high level of hygiene in and around the workplace with the cleaning of the SAPS premises assigned to, which may include either or both inner and outer parameters
  • Performing tasks of a routine nature, such as dusting
  • Polish furniture and floors.
  • Vacuum carpets and mopping of tile floor
  • Remove refuse
  • Perform maintenance tasks in and around the assigned premises
  • Clean bathrooms and kitchens
  • Safekeeping and handling of a variety of Aids in the cleaning of the premise
  • Loading and unloading of goods.
  • Garden maintenance services
  • Washing and cleaning of state vehicles, kitchenware and utensils.

Tips before you apply

  • Use the new Z83 application form. Fill in every section and sign it: unsigned or incomplete Z83 forms are usually not considered.
  • Attach only the documents this advert asks for, such as a CV with your experience dated month and year. Many departments ask for certified copies only once you are shortlisted.
  • Show clearly on your CV that you meet each requirement above, for example your Grade 12 results or driver's licence code.

How to apply

Apply the way the official advert says. EmploymentHub is not the employer and does not handle applications.

Where to apply: Applications may be hand-delivered, as follows: The Provincial Commissioner: Provincial Recruitment, 15 Bramficher Road, Durban 4000 (Servamus Building) Or can be posted in the following address: The Provincial Commissioner: Provincial Recruitment, P.O. Box 1965, Durban 4000 (For attention: Lt Colonel S.N Zondo) Via Email: KZN: Prov:HRPA: Recruitment: Nkosi SV - PPO NkosiS2@saps.gov.za KZN: Prov: HRPA: Petersen HD - SAC PetersenH@saps.gov.za Mbokazi Sby: MbokaziSS@saps.gov.za Moodley Shaun MoodleyS3@saps.gov.za

Enquiries: Lieutenant Colonel S N Zondo/Captain Machaie/SAC Nkosi/AC Petersen/PO Moodley Tel No: (031) 325-4808 / 6194 / 4957/6404/6403

Closing date: Friday, 13 November 2026

Notes from the official advert

Applications must be submitted on a Z83 Form (2021 version), obtainable from http://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp, which must be accompanied with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae. The post particulars and reference number of the post you are applying for must be correctly specified on the application form. Please complete a separate application form for each post you wish to apply for. It is the responsibility of the applicants to submit applications timeously to the correct physical address as provided in the advertisement. Please note that applications submitted to an incorrect physical address will not be considered. Late applications will not be accepted or considered. Short-listed candidates will be required to produce originals of their Identity Document (ID), Senior Certificate and all educational qualifications obtained, service certificates from previous employers stating the occupation and motor vehicle driver’s license, before the interview. Qualifications and driver’s licences submitted will be subjected to verification with the relevant institutions. Applicants must have no previous criminal convictions or pending criminal/departmental cases and shall allow their fingerprints to be taken and background enquiries to be made. Short-listed candidates may be subjected to a full security clearance process before or during any stage of employment. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a vetting process which will include security screening, fingerprint screening, reference checking and verification of address, where necessary. All short-listed candidates, including the SMS, will be expected to undergo a personal interview and shall undertake two pre-entry assessments, (a) a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, as well as (b) an integrity assessment (ethical conduct). Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. Short- listed candidates for appointments to certain identified posts will be vetted in terms of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007 (Act No 32 of 2007) and the Children’s Act, 2005 (Act No 38 of 2005). A candidate whose particulars appear in either the National Register for Sex Offenders or Part B of the Child Protection Register, will be disqualified from appointment. Candidates are expected to disclose if he/she is a respondent in an interim or…

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Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 39 of 2026 (view original). EmploymentHub is not the employer and does not handle applications.

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