General Worker

Unitrans Careers South Africa
Unitrans Careers South Africa

General Support and Cleaning Opportunity at Unitrans – PPC Dwaalboom (Consumer Division)

Unitrans is offering a temporary fixed-term opportunity for a reliable and physically fit General Worker to join the Consumer Division on the PPC – Dwaalboom contract in Dwaalboom, Limpopo. This role is ideal for an experienced general worker or cleaner with a strong work ethic, attention to cleanliness, and the ability to maintain a safe and orderly working environment.

The position focuses on general cleaning, housekeeping, and ensuring that indoor and outdoor areas remain clean, safe, and free of debris.


About the Role

The General Worker is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene across the premises, including offices, communal areas, and outside walkways. The role requires physical stamina, the ability to handle cleaning equipment and chemicals safely, and a proactive approach to maintaining a clean and organised environment.

This position requires flexibility, as the successful candidate must be prepared to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays when required.


Key Responsibilities

Cleaning and Housekeeping Duties

The successful candidate will perform daily cleaning duties, including sweeping, vacuuming, and mopping floors. Responsibilities also include emptying trash cans, servicing restrooms, wiping down communal surfaces, and ensuring that all office areas are kept clean and hygienic.


Outdoor Area Maintenance

A key responsibility of the role is ensuring that outside walkways remain clear and free of debris. This contributes to a safe and presentable working environment for employees and visitors.


Premises and Environment Maintenance

The General Worker will be responsible for cleaning the entire premises, maintaining overall environmental standards, and performing general housekeeping tasks as required. Any maintenance or repair issues identified must be reported to building management or supervisors timeously.


Support to Office Staff

The role includes assisting office staff with basic support duties such as making tea and ensuring communal areas are tidy and well maintained.


Health, Safety, and Compliance

The General Worker must work in a safe manner at all times, adhering strictly to safety requirements and company procedures. Proper use, storage, and disposal of cleaning chemicals is essential, as is compliance with all reasonable instructions from supervisors.


Minimum Requirements

Candidates applying for this position must meet the following requirements:

  • Grade 12 / Matric / NQF Level 4

  • Medically fit

  • Clean criminal record

  • Own reliable transport to and from work

  • Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays

  • Ability to handle heavy cleaning equipment and machinery

  • Ability to walk, bend, push, pull, and lift repetitively during working hours

  • Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, including proper storage and disposal


Experience and Professional Background

This role is suited to candidates with prior experience in cleaning, general work, or facilities support environments. Experience maintaining large premises or outdoor areas will be advantageous.


Key Skills and Competencies

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong capability in:

  • General cleaning and housekeeping

  • Safe handling of cleaning equipment and chemicals

  • Time management and task prioritisation

  • Teamwork and communication

  • Following instructions and safety procedures

  • Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards


Fundamental Competencies

This role requires an individual who is:

  • Reliable and self-motivated

  • Physically fit and energetic

  • Safety-conscious and disciplined

  • Organised with good attention to detail

  • Able to work independently without constant supervision

  • Cooperative and able to work well within a team


Employment Details

  • Position Type: Temporary – Fixed Term

  • Company: Unitrans

  • Business Unit / Division: Consumer

  • Contract: PPC – Dwaalboom

  • Location: Dwaalboom, Limpopo, South Africa

  • Industry: Logistics / Consumer Services

  • Job Functional Area: General Work / Cleaning

  • Experience Level: Entry to Junior Level

  • Reference Number: UNI260120-3


Apply for General Worker

Candidates who meet the above requirements and are interested in this general worker opportunity are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date.

Closing Date: 03 February 2026

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