X3 SAPS Cleaners for 2025
Post Number: DPCI/HO/68/2025
Location: Pretoria (Head Office)
Component: Governance and Corporate Services — Supply Chain Management
Salary: R138 486 per annum (Salary Level 2)
Reference: Post 38/129
Number of Posts: 3
Purpose of the Role
The Cleaner plays a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness, order, and overall hygiene of the South African Police Service (SAPS) premises. This position is essential to ensuring that all employees and visitors operate within a safe, sanitary, and organized environment. The successful candidate will perform a wide range of cleaning and maintenance duties to support the effective functioning of SAPS facilities.
A clean and hygienic workspace enhances productivity, promotes health and safety, and reflects the high standards of professionalism upheld by SAPS. Therefore, the individual appointed to this role will directly contribute to the efficiency and positive image of the Service.
Key Responsibilities
1. Cleaning and Sanitation
- Perform general cleaning duties in and around SAPS offices, ensuring all areas are maintained to a high standard of cleanliness.
- Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and polish floors, furniture, and fixtures daily.
- Clean restrooms, including toilets, basins, mirrors, and tiled surfaces; restock supplies such as toilet paper, soap, and hand towels.
- Clean and sanitize kitchen and dining areas, including tables, sinks, and appliances.
- Wash windows, walls, and doors as required to maintain an orderly appearance.
- Empty trash bins, remove waste, and dispose of garbage safely and appropriately.
2. Maintenance Support
- Identify and report any maintenance or repair needs (e.g., leaks, broken equipment, damaged furniture) to the supervisor promptly.
- Assist with rearranging or moving furniture and equipment when required.
- Ensure cleaning materials and tools are handled and stored properly to prevent loss or misuse.
- Follow occupational health and safety protocols to minimize hazards in the workplace.
3. Operational Assistance
- Support the Supply Chain Management unit with routine office upkeep tasks.
- Assist in preparing venues for meetings, training, or official events when requested.
- Ensure that the exterior premises (entrances, walkways, and parking areas) remain neat and free of litter.
- Participate in occasional deep-cleaning and spring-cleaning projects.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by management in line with operational needs.
Minimum Requirements
- Education: Grade 10 qualification or equivalent (Grade 12/Matric will be an advantage).
- Skills: Basic literacy, numeracy, and communication skills — ability to read, write, and follow instructions.
- Experience: Previous experience as a cleaner or in a similar role will be advantageous but is not mandatory.
- Equipment Handling: Ability to operate elementary cleaning machines and tools (e.g., vacuum cleaners, polishers, mops, and buckets).
- Availability: Willingness to work extended hours, including weekends and public holidays, when operationally required.
- Physical Requirements: Must be able to perform physical tasks such as bending, lifting, and standing for extended periods.
Knowledge and Competencies
Knowledge of:
- Basic cleaning methods and hygiene principles.
- Safe handling and storage of cleaning materials and equipment.
- Health and Safety regulations in a workplace setting.
- Procedures for waste management and sanitation.
Core Competencies:
- Attention to Detail: Maintains high standards of cleanliness and neatness in all assigned areas.
- Time Management: Completes assigned cleaning tasks within specified timelines.
- Reliability: Demonstrates dependability and punctuality in daily duties.
- Communication: Understands and follows verbal and written instructions effectively.
- Teamwork: Works cooperatively with colleagues and supports the broader SAPS administrative team.
- Integrity: Maintains confidentiality, respect, and professionalism within the working environment.
Attributes
- A positive attitude and willingness to serve.
- Physically fit and able to perform repetitive tasks.
- Responsible and self-disciplined with minimal supervision.
- Adaptable to changing tasks and priorities.
- Respectful of the chain of command and committed to upholding SAPS values.
Work Conditions
- Work is performed primarily at the SAPS Head Office in Pretoria within administrative and operational environments.
- The position may require work indoors and outdoors, depending on the assigned areas.
- Cleaners may occasionally be rotated between divisions to meet operational requirements.
- All employees must adhere to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and COVID-19 hygiene protocols where applicable.
SAPS Core Values
All employees are expected to uphold and demonstrate SAPS’s organizational values, including:
- Integrity and Accountability
- Service Excellence and Professionalism
- Discipline and Respect for the Law
- Commitment to Public Safety
- Teamwork and Mutual Support
Remuneration and Benefits
- Salary: R138 486 per annum (Salary Level 02, per DPSA salary structure).
- Benefits:
- Pension Fund and Medical Aid (where applicable)
- 13th Cheque (Annual Bonus)
- Paid Annual, Sick, and Family Responsibility Leave
- Opportunities for internal development and training
Application Process
Interested applicants must submit the following:
- A completed and signed Z83 application form (available from any government office or downloadable online).
- A comprehensive CV with contactable references.
- Certified copies of educational qualifications, ID document, and any relevant certificates (not older than 6 months).
Applications must clearly indicate the Reference Number: DPCI/HO/68/2025 and the Post Title: Cleaner on the front of the envelope or email subject line.
Submission Options
- Hand Deliver:
SAPS Head Office,
Governance and Corporate Services Division,
Supply Chain Management,
Pretoria. - Post:
Private Bag X94,
Pretoria, 0001. - Email:
Applications may be submitted to the official SAPS recruitment email (if provided on the DPSA Circular).
Additional Information
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and may be required to undergo a practical cleaning competency test or interview.
- Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Correspondence will only be conducted with successful candidates.
- The SAPS reserves the right not to fill any advertised post.
- Preference will be given in line with the Employment Equity Act, 55 of 1998.
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APPLICATIONS
Applications may be submitted using one of the following methods:
1. Hand Delivery:
Head Office, Main Security Gate
01 Cresswell Road, Promat Building, Silverton
2. Email:
dpcivacancies@saps.gov.za
3. Post:
For attention: The Section Commander: Personnel Management
(Att: Col A. Wessels / Lt Col B.K. Mhlahlo / Capt M.J. Modisha)
Private Bag X94, Pretoria, 0001
Closing date: 31 October 2025
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