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:
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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.
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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.
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Restroom and Canteen Maintenance: Ensure that the canteen and restrooms are cleaned regularly, stocked with necessary supplies, and maintained throughout operational hours.
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Correct Use of Cleaning Products: Ensure that the correct cleaning products and equipment are used for specific tasks, following all Health and Safety regulations.
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Floor Safety: Place and ensure visibility of the wet floor sign when cleaning the floors to prevent accidents.
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Customer Interaction: Provide friendly and professional assistance to customers when needed, contributing to a welcoming store environment.
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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:
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Essential:
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Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent secondary school qualification.
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A minimum of 6 months’ cleaning experience in a professional or retail environment.
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Basic customer service skills with the ability to assist customers in a friendly and professional manner.
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Sound command of the English language (written and oral).
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Willingness and ability to work retail hours, including weekends and public holidays.
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Advantageous:
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Bilingual with the ability to speak an additional language commonly spoken in the area.
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Previous retail store cleaning experience.
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Competencies:
The successful candidate will possess the following essential competencies:
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Prior Cleaning Experience: Practical knowledge of maintaining cleanliness in a professional setting.
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Attention to Detail: Ability to notice and address areas requiring cleaning or maintenance.
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Customer Service: Friendly, approachable demeanor with the ability to assist customers when needed.
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Trustworthy and Honest: Maintain a high level of integrity in all duties.
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Time Management: Ability to manage time effectively to complete cleaning tasks efficiently.
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Presentable: Able to maintain a neat and professional appearance while working.
Special Conditions of Employment:
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Willingness and ability to work retail hours, including weekends and public holidays.
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Must be physically fit to perform tasks that involve walking, standing, climbing, kneeling, bending, and lifting objects.
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Reliable transport and/or residence near the store.
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South African citizen with a clear credit and criminal record.
Remuneration and Benefits:
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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.
Explore More Opportunities:
For additional career opportunities, visit Jobs and Career Opportunities.
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.
