Hiring Now | Supervisor: Cleaning Services (X9 Posts) (Ref No: 2026/348) | Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) | Pretoria Regional Office | Re-Advertisement | Permanent Public Service Vacancies
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) has re-advertised nine (9) permanent public service vacancies for Supervisor: Cleaning Services based at the Pretoria Regional Office.
This position carries a salary of R201 093 per annum (Salary Level 4), plus standard public sector benefits. The minimum educational requirement is a Grade 9 / ABET Level 4, while two (2) years of relevant cleaning service environment experience will serve as an added advantage. The successful candidates will supervise cleaning, housekeeping, and maintenance services, oversee equipment and materials, enforce Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) standards, and handle basic staff administration.
Note: This is a re-advertisement of Supervisor: Grounds Services from PSVC 10 of 2026 (Ref No: 2026/147), where only 8 posts were originally advertised. Applicants who previously applied are encouraged to re-apply.
Submit your Z83 application package via email before the official public service closing deadline.
Job Overview: Supervisor (Cleaning Services)
| Detail | Information |
| Post Title | Supervisor: Cleaning Services |
| Circular Reference | POST 34/94 |
| Reference Number | Ref No: 2026/348 |
| Total Vacancies | 9 Posts |
| Department | Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) |
| Location / Centre | Pretoria Regional Office, Gauteng |
| Salary Scale | R201 093 per annum (Level 4) plus public service benefits |
| Minimum Qualification | Grade 9 / ABET Level 4 |
| Experience Required | 2 years relevant experience in a cleaning environment (added advantage) |
| Notice Type | Re-advertisement (Previous applicants are encouraged to re-apply) |
| Employment Type | Permanent Public Service Appointment |
| Application Method | Email Application |
Key Performance Areas & Duties
The appointed Supervisors will oversee general cleaning operations, hygiene compliance, equipment maintenance, and staff supervision:
Housekeeping & Operational Supervision
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Supervise the provision of housekeeping, cleaning, safeguarding, and maintenance services across allocated departmental offices and buildings.
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Perform physical inspections of cleaned areas to maintain cleanliness, tidiness, hygiene, and overall safety standards.
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Ensure the proper collection and removal of refuse inside offices and around building premises.
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Identify fire, electrical, and general hazards within offices and ensure full adherence to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) guidelines.
Equipment & Material Control
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Manage, inventory, and control cleaning equipment and consumable materials.
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Identify resource requirements and special operational needs for allocated cleaning teams.
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Monitor the condition and functional availability of all machinery and tools, ensuring prompt repair or replacement of faulty or outdated equipment.
Section Administration & Staff Supervision
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Perform administrative functions linked to housekeeping, cleaning services, and record management.
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Assist with staff attendance, timekeeping, and the maintenance of discipline within the section.
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Support human resource administrative processes, conduct employee performance reviews, and identify staff development and training needs.
Minimum Requirements & Competencies
Qualifications & Experience
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Grade 9 / ABET Level 4 as a minimum educational requirement.
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A minimum of two (2) years’ relevant experience in a cleaning service environment will serve as an added advantage.
Technical Knowledge
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Basic knowledge of professional cleaning techniques and office administration protocols.
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Practical understanding of operating industrial cleaning machinery and equipment.
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Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act, general personnel practices, and the Labour Relations Act (LRA).
Required Skills & Personal Attributes
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Communication: Effective verbal and written communication skills across various operational levels.
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Supervisory & Interpersonal: Strong relationship management, interpersonal, diplomacy, conflict resolution, and motivational skills.
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Analytical & Operational: Practical numeracy, strong observational abilities, problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical thinking.
How to Apply for DPWI Vacancies
Applicants must submit their application documents via email as instructed by the department:
Step-by-Step Application Instructions:
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Complete and sign the official government Z83 Application Form (obtainable from any government department or downloadable online).
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Clearly state the Post Title (Supervisor: Cleaning Services), Circular Reference (POST 34/94), and Reference Number (Ref No: 2026/348) on your Z83 form.
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Attach an updated, detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) detailing your cleaning and supervisory background.
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Attach copies of your Grade 9 / ABET certificate or highest qualification, and South African ID document.
Email Application Details:
Submit your complete application package via email to:
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Email Address: RecruitPTA26-59@dpw.gov.za
Contact Enquiries
For operational or application enquiries regarding these cleaning supervisor posts, contact the recruitment officer:
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Enquiry Contact: Mr S. Kutu
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Telephone: (012) 310 5993
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Post last updated: 2026 | Keywords: Supervisor Cleaning Services DPWI 2026, Ref No: 2026/348 vacancy, Department of Public Works cleaning supervisor jobs, Grade 9 ABET public sector jobs Pretoria, email applications RecruitPTA26-59@dpw.gov.za
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