Cleaner jobs in Kempton Park are in steady demand across the area's warehouses, logistics parks, and airport facilities. Salaries run R4,800–R6,500 per month depending on the employer and shift. You can apply right now via ShiftMate on WhatsApp — no CV needed, just your SA ID. Positions fill fast, especially in Spartan and Isando.
What It's Like Working as Cleaner in Kempton Park
Working as a Cleaner in Kempton Park in 2026 means being part of one of the busiest industrial corridors in South Africa. The OR Tambo Aerotropolis has pulled in wave after wave of logistics, e-commerce, and aviation companies, and all of those facilities need to be cleaned — every single day, every single shift. Kempton Park itself has a gritty, working energy: the taxi rank on Pretoria Road hums from before 05:00 as workers from Tembisa, Ivory Park, and Alexandra head into the industrial parks. Most Cleaners commute 20–45 minutes by taxi, spending R16–R28 each way depending on where they're coming from. The work is physical and the hours can be long, but Kempton Park employers — especially the larger logistics names — tend to be more consistent with pay than smaller suburban employers. Canteens are common in the big warehouses, and the food trucks in Spartan and Isando mean you don't have to spend a fortune on lunch. If you're reliable and show up on time, Kempton Park is genuinely a place where a Cleaner can build a stable income and get noticed for promotion. The demand isn't going anywhere.
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How to Get to Kempton Park
Transport Hub
Kempton Park Taxi Rank (Pretoria Road)
Taxi Cost
R16–R22
Landmark
Takealot Distribution Centre (Maple Street); DSV Logistics (R21 Expressway); Bidvest Panalpina Logistics (Newton Road); Air Chefs / SAA Technical (Jones Road)
The main departure point is Kempton Park Taxi Rank on Pretoria Road. From Tembisa, expect R16–R22 and 20–30 minutes. From Ivory Park, R18–R24 and 25–35 minutes. From Alexandra, R22–R28 and 35–45 minutes. For early 06:00 shifts, leave home by 05:00 to be safe. The Gautrain's Rhodesfield station is nearby for workers coming from Sandton or Pretoria.
From Kempton Park Taxi Rank on Pretoria Road, Spartan and Isando industrial areas are a 10–15 minute taxi or minibus ride south. Pomona warehouses are roughly 15 minutes east toward the R21. For Jones Road (Air Chefs/SAA Technical), take a taxi toward OR Tambo — most drivers know the route. Always confirm the drop-off point before you board.
About This Role: Cleaner / General Assistant
We are looking for reliable Cleaners to join local businesses. You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of hygiene and tidiness in retail, office, or industrial environments.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Sweeping and mopping large warehouse and distribution centre floors during and after shifts.
- Sanitising ablution blocks, change rooms, and canteen areas used by hundreds of warehouse staff.
- Removing and sorting packaging waste, cardboard, and plastic from active picking and packing lines.
- Cleaning and restocking bathrooms in logistics offices and truck driver waiting areas along the R21.
- Following documented hygiene checklists in aviation catering kitchens to meet food-safety standards.
- Operating industrial floor scrubbers or ride-on sweepers in large Spartan and Isando warehouse bays.
- Reporting maintenance issues — broken fixtures, blocked drains — to the facilities supervisor on duty.
- Preparing cleaning trolleys, checking chemical stock levels, and completing end-of-shift sign-off sheets.
Requirements
- Previous cleaning experience (Preferred but not essential)
- Physically fit and able to stand for long periods
- Reliable transport to work
- Clear criminal record
Working Hours
Most Kempton Park Cleaner roles run Monday to Friday on a day shift (06:00–14:30) or afternoon shift (14:00–22:30), with weekend overtime available in e-commerce warehouses during peak periods. Airport and aviation facilities often require rotating 12-hour shifts, including nights. Expect a 5-day, 45-hour working week as standard.
Salary Range
R4,800 – R6,500 per month
According to ShiftMate placement data, Cleaners in Kempton Park earn R4,800–R6,500 per month. The lower end applies to entry-level roles at smaller logistics contractors; the upper end is typical at large named employers like Takealot or DSV, where hygiene standards are higher and shifts include nights or weekends. The national minimum wage floor in 2026 is R28.79/hr — equivalent to roughly R5,000/mo on a standard 45-hour week — so most Kempton Park employers sit at or above that floor.
Kempton Park Cleaners typically earn R4,800–R6,500/mo — slightly above the Ekurhuleni average of around R4,500–R5,800/mo, and ahead of the national average for the role, which sits closer to R4,200–R5,500/mo.
Pay Scale — Cleaner / General Assistant
| Level | Pay Rate |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (NMW) | R30.23 / hour |
| Experienced | R33.00+ / hour |
| Team Leader | R7,500+ / month |
Pay rates are estimates based on South African sectoral determinations and market data for the Ekurhuleni area. Actual pay may vary by employer.
Safety Tips for Kempton Park
Kempton Park is generally safe during working hours inside the industrial parks. Avoid walking between Isando or Spartan and the Kempton CBD taxi rank after 18:00 — it's risky. The areas under the R21 bridges are known mugging hotspots. For night shifts at the airport or Pomona warehouses, always use your employer's arranged shuttle.
How to Get Hired as Cleaner in Kempton Park
Steps to Apply
- 1Register on ShiftMate for free via WhatsApp — takes under five minutes and needs no CV.
- 2Have your SA ID book or smart card ready, plus a certified copy for any in-person registration.
- 3Select Cleaner roles in Kempton Park on ShiftMate and confirm your availability and shift preference.
- 4If visiting a labour broker in Kempton Park CBD, go before 08:00 — lists fill up early in the morning.
- 5Once shortlisted, confirm your transport plan to Spartan or Isando so you can start on the given date.
Pro Tip
Do not walk into Pomona or Isando logistics parks looking for work — security will turn you away and you'll waste a full day's transport money. Instead, register with ShiftMate on WhatsApp or visit a labour broker in Kempton Park CBD before 08:00. That's how the actual hiring happens here.
Walk-In Friendly?
Mostly agency/online — register with local labour brokers.
Quick Advice
- Dress neatly — first impressions matter
- Bring 2 printed CVs (even if not required)
- Arrive 15 minutes early
- Have your SA ID ready
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Job Market in Kempton Park
Kempton Park's economy runs on three engines: OR Tambo International Airport and its aviation support industries, the e-commerce logistics boom anchored by operators like Takealot and DSV, and FMCG warehousing in Spartan and Isando. All three generate constant, non-negotiable demand for Cleaners — hygiene is a compliance requirement in aviation kitchens and a productivity necessity in high-throughput warehouses.
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Notable Employers in the Area:
Takealot Distribution Centre, DSV Logistics, Bidvest Panalpina Logistics, Air Chefs / SAA Technical
Where to Eat Near Work
Food trucks in Spartan and Isando cater specifically to factory and warehouse workers — expect R35 bunny chows and R40 pap and stew. Inside the airport precinct, budget food options are scarce and expensive, so most workers on those sites bring lunch from home. A packed lunch saves you R30–R50 a day.
Food trucks in Spartan and Isando cater specifically to factory workers, offering R35 bunny chows and R40 pap and stew. Inside the airport precinct, budget options are scarce, so workers usually bring lunch from home.
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Pro Tip
Do not walk into Pomona or Isando logistics parks looking for work — security will turn you away and you'll waste a full day's transport money. Instead, register with ShiftMate on WhatsApp or visit a labour broker in Kempton Park CBD before 08:00. That's how the actual hiring happens here.
Walk-In Friendly?
Mostly agency/online — register with local labour brokers.
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