Circular 29 of 2026 · Post 29/32 · Ref CMS37/2026
HOUSEKEEPING EXECUTIVE – Pretoria
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE)
- CentrePretoria
- Posts2 posts
Closing date: 13 days remainingLate applications will not be accepted.
Job details
- Circular
- 29 of 2026
- Page No.
- 30–31
- Circular Post
- 29/32
- Reference number
- CMS37/2026
- Department
- Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE)
- Centre
- Pretoria
- Salary
- R144 024 per annum
- Number of posts
- 2
- Closing date
- 31 August 2026
About this vacancy
Review the complete requirements and application instructions for this vacancy at Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE).
The listed centre is Pretoria.
Applications close on 31 August 2026.
Application and salary information
Salary
R144 024 per annum
Application route
Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.
Requirements
- Grade 9 or ABET Level 2 Certificate.
- Experience in rendering cleaning services will be an added advantage.
- Understanding one of the official languages used in the Department.
- Ability to work individually and in a team.
- Skills required: Good interpersonal relations, Communication, Sound organizing, and planning skills.
- Have a sense of responsibility and loyalty.
- Ability to work long hours voluntarily.
Duties
- Provide cleaning service in the department, Cleaning of offices, boardrooms, kitchen, and passages, Clean the computer printer and cabinets, Provide support for meetings in the department, washing cups and filling up water bottles removing waste and disposing of the main dustbin, handling cleaning material, using the cleaning material and equipment in a prescribed manner, prepare tea and water for meetings, removing and washing cups after the meeting, maintain and update stock levels.
- Keep stock (cutlery, crockery, cleaning equipment, refill beverage) list and levels of cutlery and crockery.
- Receive and pack stock, and report faults, loss, and breakage of utensils/equipment.
Enquiries
Ms. N Molepo Tel No: (012) 399 8886
How to apply
Where and how to submit your application.
All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.environment.gov.za/
Notes and Z83 guidance
Interested applicants must submit their applications via the above link.
- Applicant must ensure that they complete all sections on the online Z83 and attached a detailed CV with at least three (3) contactable references.
- Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant.
- No late applications will be accepted.
- Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, identity document and driver’s license on or before the day of the interview. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The National Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the Department’s equity plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
- Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine their suitability for employment, including but not limited to: Criminal records; Citizenship status; Credit worthiness; Previous employment (reference checks); and Qualification verification. Short-listed candidates will be expected to avail themselves at the Department’s convenience. Entry level requirements for SMS posts: In terms of the Directive on Compulsory Capacity Development, Mandatory Training Days & Minimum Entry Requirements for SMS that was introduced on 1 April 2015, a requirement for all applicants for SMS posts from 1 April 2020 is a successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG) prior to appointment. The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into SMS and the full details can be obtained by following the below link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme. Furthermore, Shortlisted candidates must provide proof of successful completion of the course.
- All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Following the interview and technical passement for all SMS posts, the Selection Panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments. Persons appointed will be subjected to a security clearance, the signing of a performance agreement and an employment contract.
- The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you have not been contacted within three 3 months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. By submitting the employment application form, you agree and consent in terms of Section 11(1) of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), 2013 (Act 4 of 2013), for your personal information which you provide to the DFFE to being processed by the department and its employees, agents, Cabinet committees, and subcontractors for recruitment purposes, in accordance with the POPIA of 2013.
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Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 29 of 2026 for reference.
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Original Text
POST 29/32 : HOUSEKEEPING EXECUTIVE
SALARY : R144 024 per annum
CENTRE Pretoria Ref No: CMS37/2026 (X2 Posts)
: QwaQwa Ref No: CMS38/2026 (X1 Post)
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 9 or ABET Level 2 Certificate. Experience in rendering cleaning services will be an added advantage. Understanding one of the official languages used
in the Department. Ability to work individually and in a team. Skills required:
Good interpersonal relations, Communication, Sound organizing, and planning skills. Have a sense of responsibility and loyalty. Ability to work long hours
voluntarily.
DUTIES : Provide cleaning service in the department, Cleaning of offices, boardrooms, kitchen, and passages, Clean the computer printer and cabinets, Provide
support for meetings in the department, washing cups and filling up water bottles removing waste and disposing of the main dustbin, handling cleaning
material, using the cleaning material and equipment in a prescribed manner, prepare tea and water for meetings, removing and washing cups after the
meeting, maintain and update stock levels. Keep stock (cutlery, crockery, cleaning equipment, refill beverage) list and levels of cutlery and crockery.
Receive and pack stock, and report faults, loss, and breakage of utensils/equipment.
ENQUIRIES : Ms. N Molepo Tel No: (012) 399 8886
APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.environment.gov.za/
NOTE : Interested applicants must submit their applications via the above link. Applicant must ensure that they complete all sections on the online Z83 and
attached a detailed CV with at least three (3) contactable references. Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the
applicant. No late applications will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, identity document and
driver’s license on or before the day of the interview. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African
Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The National Department of Forestry,
Fisheries and the Environment is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the
underrepresented designated groups in terms of the Department’s equity plan.
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only. Short-listed candidates will be subjected
to screening and security vetting to determine their suitability for employment, including but not limited to: Criminal records; Citizenship status; Credit
worthiness; Previous employment (reference checks); and Qualification verification. Short-listed candidates will be expected to avail themselves at the
Department’s convenience. Entry level requirements for SMS posts: In terms of the Directive on Compulsory Capacity Development, Mandatory Training
Days & Minimum Entry Requirements for SMS that was introduced on 1 April
2015, a requirement for all applicants for SMS posts from 1 April 2020 is a successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme as
endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG) prior to appointment.
The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into
SMS and the full details can be obtained by following the below link:
https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme.
Furthermore, Shortlisted candidates must provide proof of successful
completion of the course. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to
determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic
requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
Following the interview and technical passement for all SMS posts, the
Selection Panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the
implementation of competency-based assessments. Persons appointed will be subjected to a security clearance, the signing of a performance agreement and
an employment contract. The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you have not been contacted within three 3 months after the
closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was
unsuccessful. By submitting the employment application form, you agree and consent in terms of Section 11(1) of the Protection of Personal Information Act
(POPIA), 2013 (Act 4 of 2013), for your personal information which you provide to the DFFE to being processed by the department and its employees, agents,
Cabinet committees, and subcontractors for recruitment purposes, in accordance with the POPIA of 2013.
CLOSING DATE : 31 August 2026, 16:00. No late application will be accepted
SALARY : R144 024 per annum
CENTRE Pretoria Ref No: CMS37/2026 (X2 Posts)
: QwaQwa Ref No: CMS38/2026 (X1 Post)
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 9 or ABET Level 2 Certificate. Experience in rendering cleaning services will be an added advantage. Understanding one of the official languages used
in the Department. Ability to work individually and in a team. Skills required:
Good interpersonal relations, Communication, Sound organizing, and planning skills. Have a sense of responsibility and loyalty. Ability to work long hours
voluntarily.
DUTIES : Provide cleaning service in the department, Cleaning of offices, boardrooms, kitchen, and passages, Clean the computer printer and cabinets, Provide
support for meetings in the department, washing cups and filling up water bottles removing waste and disposing of the main dustbin, handling cleaning
material, using the cleaning material and equipment in a prescribed manner, prepare tea and water for meetings, removing and washing cups after the
meeting, maintain and update stock levels. Keep stock (cutlery, crockery, cleaning equipment, refill beverage) list and levels of cutlery and crockery.
Receive and pack stock, and report faults, loss, and breakage of utensils/equipment.
ENQUIRIES : Ms. N Molepo Tel No: (012) 399 8886
APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.environment.gov.za/
NOTE : Interested applicants must submit their applications via the above link. Applicant must ensure that they complete all sections on the online Z83 and
attached a detailed CV with at least three (3) contactable references. Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the
applicant. No late applications will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, identity document and
driver’s license on or before the day of the interview. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African
Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The National Department of Forestry,
Fisheries and the Environment is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the
underrepresented designated groups in terms of the Department’s equity plan.
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only. Short-listed candidates will be subjected
to screening and security vetting to determine their suitability for employment, including but not limited to: Criminal records; Citizenship status; Credit
worthiness; Previous employment (reference checks); and Qualification verification. Short-listed candidates will be expected to avail themselves at the
Department’s convenience. Entry level requirements for SMS posts: In terms of the Directive on Compulsory Capacity Development, Mandatory Training
Days & Minimum Entry Requirements for SMS that was introduced on 1 April
2015, a requirement for all applicants for SMS posts from 1 April 2020 is a successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme as
endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG) prior to appointment.
The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into
SMS and the full details can be obtained by following the below link:
https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme.
Furthermore, Shortlisted candidates must provide proof of successful
completion of the course. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to
determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic
requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
Following the interview and technical passement for all SMS posts, the
Selection Panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the
implementation of competency-based assessments. Persons appointed will be subjected to a security clearance, the signing of a performance agreement and
an employment contract. The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you have not been contacted within three 3 months after the
closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was
unsuccessful. By submitting the employment application form, you agree and consent in terms of Section 11(1) of the Protection of Personal Information Act
(POPIA), 2013 (Act 4 of 2013), for your personal information which you provide to the DFFE to being processed by the department and its employees, agents,
Cabinet committees, and subcontractors for recruitment purposes, in accordance with the POPIA of 2013.
CLOSING DATE : 31 August 2026, 16:00. No late application will be accepted