CLEANER X5 WANTED – NIGHT SHIFT – THE COURIER GUY- APPLY NOW
Company: The Courier Guy
Job Title: Cleaner x5 – Night Shift
Workplace Type: On-site
Employment Type: Permanent
Industry: Logistics and Supply Chain
Job Function: Distribution
Experience Level: Entry Level
ABOUT THE COMPANY
The Courier Guy operates in the courier and logistics industry, where cleanliness, organisation, and efficient workplace operations contribute to the smooth handling and movement of goods. Maintaining a clean and hygienic working environment is important in facilities where employees carry out daily distribution activities. The Cleaner position supports workplace hygiene by ensuring that designated areas remain clean, sanitary, and presentable. Cleaners play an important role in maintaining a suitable environment for employees and other people using the facility. This opportunity is intended for candidates who are prepared to perform cleaning duties during the night shift and follow established cleaning, sanitation, and safety procedures. The company is seeking five cleaners to assist with maintaining its facility to the required standards.
JOB OVERVIEW
The Courier Guy is recruiting five Cleaners for permanent, on-site night-shift positions within its logistics and supply chain operations. The main purpose of the role is to keep assigned workplace areas clean, hygienic, and properly maintained. Duties include sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, sanitising restrooms, emptying rubbish bins, replenishing cleaning supplies, and maintaining cleaning equipment.
The successful candidates will also conduct routine inspections and document these checks where required. They must use approved cleaning products, follow health and safety guidelines, and ensure that designated areas receive regular attention throughout their shift. This is an entry-level position in the distribution function. Applicants should be prepared to carry out practical cleaning tasks, work with cleaning equipment, and maintain consistent standards of cleanliness.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. GENERAL CLEANING AND HOUSEKEEPING
Cleaners will be responsible for cleaning and maintaining designated areas of the facility. This includes dusting surfaces, sweeping floors, vacuuming where required, and mopping floors to remove dirt and maintain a clean working environment. Employees must pay attention to areas that require regular cleaning and ensure that assigned spaces remain tidy and hygienic. Cleaning duties may also include cleaning ceiling vents and other designated areas as part of the facility’s cleaning requirements. The successful candidates must complete their duties carefully and consistently, helping to maintain an organised environment suitable for daily workplace operations.
2. RESTROOM CLEANING AND SANITATION
A key responsibility of the role is ensuring that restrooms remain clean, sanitary, and properly stocked. Duties include cleaning and sanitising restroom fixtures, cleaning mirrors, spot-cleaning partitions, mopping tiled floors, emptying rubbish bins, and replacing bin liners. Cleaners must also replenish restroom supplies when necessary to help ensure that these areas remain usable and hygienic. Routine inspections should be performed at the specified times to identify areas that need attention. Cleaners must address cleaning requirements promptly and follow the established procedures for maintaining restroom hygiene.
3. DISINFECTION AND HYGIENE CONTROL
Cleaners must use approved disinfectants to sanitise rooms, restrooms, and other assigned areas in accordance with established health and safety standards. The correct use of cleaning products is important for maintaining hygiene and ensuring that cleaning tasks are completed according to workplace requirements. Employees must follow the relevant instructions and sanitation guidelines when using disinfectants and other cleaning materials. The role requires a consistent approach to hygiene, with particular attention to areas that need regular cleaning and sanitisation.
4. WASTE REMOVAL
The successful candidates will be responsible for emptying rubbish bins and other designated waste receptacles throughout their assigned areas. This includes removing rubbish, replacing bin liners, and ensuring that waste containers are maintained appropriately. These duties help prevent waste from accumulating and support a clean and orderly workplace. Cleaners must carry out waste-removal tasks according to the facility’s procedures and maintain appropriate hygiene practices while handling rubbish.
5. CLEANING EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES
Cleaners must set up, restock, and maintain cleaning equipment and supply carts for daily operations. This involves ensuring that the necessary cleaning supplies and equipment are available for assigned tasks. Employees should keep cleaning materials organised and report any issues affecting the availability or functionality of equipment. Proper equipment care supports efficient cleaning operations and helps ensure that employees can complete their responsibilities safely and effectively.
6. ROUTINE INSPECTIONS AND MINOR MAINTENANCE
The role includes conducting and documenting routine inspections of designated facility areas. These inspections help identify cleanliness concerns and minor maintenance issues that may affect the condition or functionality of the workplace. Cleaners must record inspections as required and report problems that need further attention. They should also carry out minor maintenance activities within the scope of their responsibilities and established procedures. Attention to detail is important when checking areas for cleanliness, identifying issues, and ensuring that required tasks are completed.
7. COMPLIANCE WITH HEALTH AND SAFETY PROCEDURES
Cleaners must strictly follow sanitation and safety guidelines while performing their duties. This includes using cleaning products appropriately, maintaining hygienic conditions, and following established procedures when handling equipment and cleaning materials. Employees must take care when cleaning floors and other areas to help maintain a safe environment. The successful candidates are expected to understand the importance of workplace cleanliness and to carry out their duties responsibly throughout the night shift.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Cleaning experience: Proven work experience as a cleaner is required according to the advertised criteria.
- Equipment handling: The ability to handle heavy equipment and machinery is required.
- Courier industry experience: Previous experience in the courier industry will be an advantage, but it is not a mandatory requirement.
- Communication skills: Good verbal and written communication skills are required.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
CLEANING AND ORGANISATIONAL SKILLS
Candidates should be able to perform general cleaning duties methodically and maintain consistent standards across assigned areas. They must be capable of organising cleaning supplies and preparing equipment for daily use.
ATTENTION TO DETAIL
The ability to notice dirt, waste, low supplies, and areas requiring further attention is important. Cleaners must also be able to complete routine inspections and document them where required.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Good verbal and written communication skills will help employees understand instructions, communicate workplace concerns, and record inspection information accurately.
EQUIPMENT-HANDLING ABILITY
Applicants must be able to handle heavy equipment and machinery as stated in the vacancy requirements. They should be prepared to use cleaning equipment responsibly and follow relevant safety instructions.
RELIABILITY AND RESPONSIBILITY
The role requires employees to complete assigned tasks consistently, follow sanitation procedures, and help maintain the cleanliness of the facility throughout their shift.
SAFETY AWARENESS
Candidates must understand the importance of following cleaning and safety guidelines, particularly when using disinfectants, handling waste, and working with cleaning equipment.
WORK CONDITIONS
The work involves practical cleaning duties in designated facility areas. Employees will be expected to sweep, mop, dust, vacuum, clean restrooms, remove rubbish, replenish supplies, and maintain cleaning equipment. The position requires candidates to handle cleaning equipment and machinery and to follow established hygiene and safety procedures. The work may involve repeated cleaning tasks and regular inspections throughout the shift. The vacancy does not specify the exact working hours, shift duration, work location, salary, or physical demands beyond the stated requirement to handle heavy equipment and machinery. Applicants should contact the recruitment team for further details where these have not been provided.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates who meet the advertised requirements are encouraged to submit their details through the official application process for the Cleaner x5 – Night Shift vacancy at The Courier Guy.
APPLY NOW
If you have cleaning experience, can handle cleaning equipment responsibly, and are prepared to work on-site during the night shift, consider applying for one of these five permanent positions. Before applying, prepare your current CV and ensure that it clearly outlines your cleaning experience, equipment-handling ability, communication skills, and any previous experience in the courier or logistics industry. Applicants should provide accurate personal and contact information and follow the instructions provided in the job advertisement.
For vacancy queries, contact: careers@thecourierguy.co.za
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