Store Cleaner (Fixed Term) – Jeffrey’s Bay

Job Title: Store Cleaner (Fixed Term) – Jeffrey’s Bay
Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited
Location: Jeffrey’s Bay, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Date Posted: 7 April 2025
Requisition ID: Not Specified
Contract Type: Part-time (Fixed Term)
Application Closing Date: 21 April 2025

About the Company:
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is a leading South African health and wellness retailer, known for offering high-quality health products, pharmaceuticals, and personal care items. With a strong presence across the country, Dis-Chem is committed to delivering exceptional service to its customers. The company fosters a work environment where employees are valued and encouraged to grow professionally, while contributing to the well-being of customers.

Role Overview:
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is seeking a Store Cleaner for their Jeffrey’s Bay location. This is a part-time, fixed-term position, and the individual will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of the store, including the shop floor, stock room, dispensary, admin office, and canteen, following Dis-Chem’s high hygienic standards. If you have cleaning experience and are eager to contribute to a clean and welcoming environment, this role is perfect for you.

Key Responsibilities:
As a Store Cleaner, your responsibilities will include:

• Maintain High Hygiene Standards: Ensure that the store, shop floor, stock room, dispensary, admin office, and canteen are kept clean to the highest standards of hygiene.

• Daily Cleaning Routine: Develop and follow cleaning routines to ensure that all areas are consistently maintained and clean before the store opens and throughout operational hours.

• Restroom and Canteen Maintenance: Ensure that the canteen and restrooms are cleaned regularly, stocked with necessary supplies, and maintained throughout operational hours.

• Correct Use of Cleaning Products: Ensure that the correct cleaning products and equipment are used for specific tasks, following all Health and Safety regulations.

• Floor Safety: Place and ensure visibility of the wet floor sign when cleaning the floors to prevent accidents.

• Customer Interaction: Provide friendly and professional assistance to customers when needed, contributing to a welcoming store environment.

• Health and Safety Compliance: Perform all cleaning duties in accordance with Health and Safety regulations to ensure a safe environment for customers and staff.

Qualifications and Experience:
The ideal candidate must meet the following qualifications and experience:

• Essential:

  • Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent secondary school qualification.

  • A minimum of 6 months’ cleaning experience in a professional or retail environment.

  • Basic customer service skills with the ability to assist customers in a friendly and professional manner.

  • Sound command of the English language (written and oral).

  • Willingness and ability to work retail hours, including weekends and public holidays.

• Advantageous:

  • Bilingual with the ability to speak an additional language commonly spoken in the area.

  • Previous retail store cleaning experience.

Competencies:
The successful candidate will possess the following essential competencies:

• Prior Cleaning Experience: Practical knowledge of maintaining cleanliness in a professional setting.

• Attention to Detail: Ability to notice and address areas requiring cleaning or maintenance.

• Customer Service: Friendly, approachable demeanor with the ability to assist customers when needed.

• Trustworthy and Honest: Maintain a high level of integrity in all duties.

• Time Management: Ability to manage time effectively to complete cleaning tasks efficiently.

• Presentable: Able to maintain a neat and professional appearance while working.

Special Conditions of Employment:

• Willingness and ability to work retail hours, including weekends and public holidays.

• Must be physically fit to perform tasks that involve walking, standing, climbing, kneeling, bending, and lifting objects.

• Reliable transport and/or residence near the store.

• South African citizen with a clear credit and criminal record.

Remuneration and Benefits:

• Market-related salary.

How to Apply:
If you meet the qualifications and are interested in joining Dis-Chem Pharmacies as a Store Cleaner, please submit your application through the Dis-Chem Careers portal.

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Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer.
Dis-Chem’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process, aligned with the company’s Equity & Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.

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