Hygiene Cleaner Opportunity at Montego Pet Nutrition

Montego Pet Nutrition is offering an employment opportunity for a diligent and proactive Cleaner at their Centurion production and distribution facility. Montego Pet Nutrition has been a cornerstone in premium pet nourishment for over 26 years, combining advanced manufacturing technology with rigorous hygiene benchmarks. In this operational hygiene role, the successful candidate will play a critical part in maintaining immaculate facility standards across corporate offices and specialized manufacturing zones.

As part of the facility services team, you will implement systematic cleaning protocols designed to uphold stringent food safety accreditations, including FSSC 22000. This role involves maintaining pristine physical environments, preventing contamination, and executing scheduled deep-cleaning duties. Working at Montego offers steady employment within a respected, growing pet nutrition brand that deeply values employee contribution, workplace safety, and clean working conditions.

Key Responsibilities & Core Duties

• Clean and sanitize assigned production and non-production areas, including walkways, office floors, walls, and work surfaces.
• Utilize appropriate color-coded cleaning apparatus and designated PPE to prevent cross-contamination across zones.
• Monitor, replenish, and maintain inventory levels of hand sanitizers, soaps, paper towels, and related consumables.
• Accurately complete daily and weekly facility cleaning checklists and hygiene inspection logs.
• Safely mix, dilute, label, and store industrial cleaning chemicals following manufacturer safety data sheets.
• Dispose of operational waste and hazardous rubbish according to approved environmental and site operating procedures.
• Assist maintenance personnel during planned shutdowns by executing comprehensive deep-cleaning tasks on machinery and factory floors.

Ideal Candidate Profile & Core Attributes

The ideal candidate is reliable, disciplined, and displays superior attention to detail when executing sanitary procedures. You should be physically energetic, comfortable standing and moving for prolonged periods, and free from respiratory sensitivities or allergies to cleaning agents and airborne dust. A collaborative mindset and willingness to support colleagues when operational needs arise are essential.

Learning, Mentorship & Career Progression

Montego Pet Nutrition provides hands-on induction regarding chemical safety, occupational hygiene regulations, and food safety standards. Dedicated workers gain practical insight into manufacturing hygiene management, opening progression avenues into specialized sanitation supervision, warehouse logistics, or machine operating roles.

Estimated Salary Range (Market Benchmark)

The hiring employer has not officially specified a salary for this position. Based on South African market data and industry benchmarks for a General Labor / EPWP / Retail / Matric Entry-level role, the estimated remuneration is approximately R3,800 – R6,500 per month. Please note that this is an industry estimate and actual remuneration will be determined by the employer based on qualifications, experience, and internal pay structures.

How to Apply & Submission Guidelines

Interested applicants meeting the criteria are required to apply through the Montego Pet Nutrition recruitment portal prior to the closing date on Tuesday, 10 November 2026. Please ensure all contact details and educational qualifications are clearly outlined in your submitted CV.

• Grade 12 Certificate or an equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification.
• Competency in using cleaning equipment, apparatus, and sanitizing chemicals safely.
• Comfortable standing, walking, bending for extended shifts, and lifting cleaning supplies when required.
• No medical allergies or sensitivities to cleaning chemicals or airborne dust.
• High level of reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail.
• Willingness to assist with additional duties and work outside standard hours during peak operational periods.