NHBRC Temporary Office Assistant Cleaner Vacancy: Grade 10 Required in Cape Town
The National Home Builders Registration Council (NHBRC) is inviting applications for a Temporary Office Assistant (Cleaner) vacancy in Cape Town, Western Cape.
This opportunity may suit job seekers with a Grade 10 qualification and previous experience in cleaning and office support. The successful applicant will join NHBRC on a 12-month temporary contract and will assist with office cleaning, administrative support, client service and general logistical duties.
Applications for the NHBRC Temporary Office Assistant Cleaner Vacancy 2026 close on 4 September 2026.
Organisation: National Home Builders Registration Council (NHBRC) Job Title: Temporary Office Assistant (Cleaner) Location: Cape Town, Western Cape Contract: Temporary, 12 months Reports To: Administration Officer Minimum Qualification: Grade 10 Experience: Minimum of two years Salary: Competitive salary aligned with NHBRC salary grades Closing Date: 4 September 2026
About the NHBRC Office Assistant Cleaner Position
The Office Assistant will provide both logistical support and office cleaning services while ensuring that the workplace is maintained in accordance with Safety, Health and Environment requirements.
Unlike a position focused exclusively on cleaning, this vacancy also includes office administration and customer-support responsibilities. Candidates should therefore be comfortable interacting with clients, handling documents and assisting other office staff when required.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants interested in the NHBRC Office Assistant Cleaner vacancy must have Grade 10 and at least two years of experience working as a cleaner and in an office assistant or office-support environment.
Candidates should also have knowledge of Microsoft Office, as some responsibilities may involve assisting with administrative and digital-system processes.
The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include:
Delivering and collecting office mail, filing documents and assisting with courier requests.
Sending NHBRC membership renewal reminders and letters to clients.
Monitoring stock levels of administrative supplies, including membership and renewal forms.
Welcoming clients and providing information or access documentation when required.
Taking messages and passing them to the appropriate employees.
Offering water, tea or coffee to clients when requested.
Preparing boardrooms and arranging refreshments for meetings.
Assisting with lunches and refreshments when required.
Cleaning offices, desks, computers, telephones and other office equipment.
Vacuuming and mopping floors and cleaning chairs.
Emptying rubbish bins, washing dishes and cleaning mirrors, cupboards and doors.
Purchasing approved office supplies within available budget provisions and submitting the necessary supporting documents.
Supporting the Receptionist or Help Desk when required.
Helping walk-in clients create profiles on the NHBRC digital system.
Assisting clients with registration and renewal applications.
Checking applications for completeness and assigning them to customer service consultants.
Helping clients book technical assessments.
Assisting with Safety, Health and Environment and audit-related queries.
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity may be suitable for candidates who already have practical experience in both cleaning and general office-support duties.
Because the role involves interacting with clients and assisting administrative staff, applicants should be organised, dependable and comfortable working in a professional office environment.
Being familiar with basic Microsoft Office applications will also be useful.
Salary and Contract
The appointment will be made on a 12-month temporary contract.
NHBRC states that the successful candidate will receive a competitive salary aligned with NHBRC salary grades. A specific salary amount has not been provided in the vacancy advertisement.
Use the following wording as the email subject line:
Temporary Office Assistant (Cleaner): Cape Town
Applicants should make sure that the correct subject line is used, as this helps NHBRC identify the vacancy being applied for.
Applications should be submitted before the closing date. The contact number provided for enquiries must not be used to submit applications.
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is:
4 September 2026
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline rather than waiting until the final day.
Enquiries
For enquiries specifically related to the job content, applicants may contact:
Mr Jabulani Ntshani Telephone: 011 317 0496
The telephone number is for vacancy enquiries only and should not be used for application submissions.
Selection Process
NHBRC will communicate primarily with shortlisted candidates. If an applicant has not received an invitation for an interview within one month after the closing date, they may consider their application unsuccessful.
Candidates may also be required to undergo appropriate psychometric testing or other selection assessments.
The successful candidate will be required to obtain security clearance as a condition of appointment.
NHBRC considers appointments in accordance with its Employment Equity Plan and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities, including opportunities for persons with disabilities and historically disadvantaged individuals.
