The National Home Builders Registration Council (NHBRC) is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for Temporary Office Assistant (Cleaner) positions available in Mahikeng and Kimberley. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who have cleaning and office support experience and are looking to join a professional working environment for a fixed-term contract.
Successful candidates will play an important role in maintaining a clean, organised, and welcoming office environment while also providing administrative support to ensure the smooth running of daily office operations. The position offers an opportunity to gain valuable experience within a respected public entity responsible for regulating the home building industry in South Africa.
Applications are open to candidates who meet the minimum requirements, and interested applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date.
Position Details
- Position Title: Temporary Office Assistant (Cleaner)
- Contract Type: Temporary (12 Months)
- Reporting To: Administration Officer
- Salary: Competitive salary aligned to NHBRC salary grades
Job Locations:
- Mahikeng
- Kimberley
About the Opportunity
The Temporary Office Assistant (Cleaner) position combines office cleaning duties with administrative support responsibilities. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout the office while also assisting staff members and visitors with various office-related tasks.
This role requires an individual who is organised, dependable, customer-focused, and capable of handling multiple responsibilities throughout the working day. In addition to cleaning duties, the successful applicant will assist with reception functions, filing, courier services, office supplies, client support, and meeting preparations.
The position is suited to candidates who enjoy working in a professional office environment and who understand the importance of cleanliness, excellent customer service, and efficient administration.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for a wide range of office support and cleaning duties, including but not limited to the following:
Office Administration Support
Administrative responsibilities include:
- Delivering and collecting office mail.
- Filing office documents accurately.
- Sending NHBRC membership renewal reminders and letters to clients.
- Monitoring office administration supplies such as membership and renewal forms.
- Receiving and distributing courier deliveries and collections.
- Purchasing office supplies within the approved budget.
- Assisting with general office administration whenever required.
Strong organisational skills are important for ensuring that office records remain properly maintained and that daily administrative processes continue without interruption.
Reception and Client Support
Customer service forms an important part of this position.
Responsibilities include:
- Welcoming clients professionally.
- Providing information to visitors.
- Assisting clients with access documentation.
- Taking messages and ensuring they reach the correct staff members.
- Offering tea, coffee, or water to visitors when requested.
- Supporting the Receptionist or Help Desk whenever necessary.
The successful candidate will also assist clients with digital services by helping them:
- Capture information to create profiles on the NHBRC digital system.
- Submit registration applications.
- Submit renewal applications.
- Check application completeness.
- Forward completed applications to Customer Service Consultants.
- Book technical assessments.
Professional communication and a friendly attitude are essential when dealing with members of the public.
Meeting and Boardroom Support
Office Assistants also help ensure meetings run smoothly.
Duties include:
- Preparing boardrooms before meetings.
- Ensuring refreshments are available.
- Coordinating lunch arrangements when required.
- Serving refreshments during meetings.
- Cleaning meeting rooms after meetings have concluded.
Attention to detail helps create a professional environment for internal meetings and client engagements.
Cleaning Responsibilities
A major part of the role involves maintaining a clean and hygienic workplace.
Daily cleaning duties include:
- Cleaning offices and common areas.
- Wiping desks and workstations.
- Cleaning computers, telephones, and office equipment.
- Vacuuming carpets.
- Mopping floors.
- Cleaning chairs.
- Emptying rubbish bins.
- Collecting waste.
- Washing dishes.
- Cleaning mirrors.
- Wiping cupboards.
- Cleaning doors.
- Performing any additional cleaning duties required to maintain workplace hygiene.
Maintaining a clean office contributes to employee wellbeing, visitor satisfaction, and compliance with workplace health and safety standards.
Safety and Compliance
The successful candidate will also assist with Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) activities.
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting SHE requirements.
- Assisting with audit-related requests.
- Helping ensure workplace cleanliness complies with organisational standards.
- Providing support during inspections when required.
Following workplace safety procedures is an important part of this role.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Grade 10 qualification.
- A minimum of two years’ experience working as a cleaner and office assistant or in a similar office support role.
Candidates who have experience working in corporate offices, government departments, municipalities, educational institutions, or other professional environments may find this opportunity particularly suitable.
Required Skills
Applicants should possess the following skills and abilities:
- Good communication skills.
- Strong organisational abilities.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Customer service skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to multitask.
- Reliability and punctuality.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Professional appearance and conduct.
- Good housekeeping skills.
- Time management skills.
The ability to interact respectfully with clients and colleagues is essential.
Computer Skills
Candidates should have basic computer literacy, particularly in:
- Microsoft Office
Basic computer knowledge will assist with administrative tasks and client support activities.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This temporary position offers valuable work experience within a respected organisation responsible for regulating the home building industry in South Africa.
Benefits of this opportunity include:
- Twelve-month employment contract.
- Exposure to office administration.
- Experience in customer service.
- Professional workplace environment.
- Opportunity to build administrative skills.
- Practical experience using digital systems.
- Exposure to public sector operations.
- Competitive salary aligned with NHBRC salary grades.
Candidates interested in expanding their office support experience may find this role beneficial for future career development.
Application Process
Applicants should prepare the following documents before applying:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Copies of relevant qualifications.
- Any supporting documents requested by the employer.
Applications must be submitted via email.
- Email applications to: [email protected]
Use the following subject line:
- Temporary Office Assistant (Cleaner): Mahikeng
Applicants should ensure that the correct subject line is used to avoid delays in processing their applications.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If no communication is received within one month after the closing date, the application should be regarded as unsuccessful.
The closing date for applications is: 20 July 2026
Late applications may not be considered. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications as early as possible to avoid missing the deadline.
Employment Equity
The National Home Builders Registration Council is committed to promoting equal employment opportunities in accordance with its Employment Equity Plan. Applications from persons with disabilities and individuals from historically disadvantaged groups are encouraged.
Appointment will be based on qualifications, experience, proven achievements, and organisational requirements. The NHBRC reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Successful candidates may be required to undergo psychometric assessments, other selection processes, and obtain the necessary security clearance before appointment.
Individuals who meet the minimum requirements, possess the necessary cleaning and office support experience, and are committed to delivering excellent customer service are encouraged to apply before the application deadline. This opportunity provides a valuable chance to gain experience within a recognised public organisation while contributing to the efficient operation of its offices in Mahikeng or Kimberley.
