Cleaner

Ensures a safe, contamination free environment for storage and handling of FMCG products by maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene within the warehouse in compliance with food safety standards.

• Perform routine cleaning of warehouse floors, racking areas, dispatch zones, receiving areas, offices, ablutions and common spaces.
• Sweep, mop, scrub, and wipe surfaces according to cleaning schedules.
• Clean spillages immediately to prevent contamination and safety hazards.
• Sanitize high touch surfaces (e.g., door handles, equipment controls).
• Ensure cleaning of staff facilities (canteen, change rooms, restrooms).

• Collect, segregate, and dispose of waste in accordance with site procedures.
• Ensure proper handling of recyclable and hazardous waste.
• Maintain cleanliness of waste storage areas.

• Adhere to food safety and hygiene standards.
• Prevent cross contamination by using designated cleaning tools per area.
• Follow colour coded cleaning systems where applicable.
• Report any contamination risks, pest sightings, or damaged goods immediately.
• Support pest control measures by maintaining a clean environment.

• Use cleaning chemicals safely and in accordance with Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
• Ensure correct dilution and application of cleaning agents.
• Maintain and store cleaning equipment properly after use.
• Report faulty equipment or low stock levels of cleaning materials.

• Comply with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements.
• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Identify and report hazards, unsafe conditions, or incidents.
• Place warning signage during cleaning activities (e.g., wet floor signs).

• Complete cleaning checklists and logs accurately and on time.
• Sign off daily, weekly, and deep clean schedules.
• Report deviations from cleaning standards to the supervisor.

• Grade 12 equivalent.
• Previous cleaning experience in a warehouse or FMCG environment (advantageous).
• Knowledge of hygiene and sanitation practices.
• Understanding of food safety standards.

• Attention to detail.
• Working together.
• Reliability and punctuality.
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures.
• Safety conscious.
• Flexibility to assist warehouse operations in other departments when necessary due to operational requirements.