Domestic Workers in Gauteng
Find a domestic worker for your household
Domestic workers and housekeepers can support the everyday running of your home. Compare profiles on Home Helper Connect to find people whose experience and preferred work arrangements fit your household.
Browse free · Pay a once-off R300 shortlist fee to request contact details for up to 4 candidates. How it works
Agree on a clear list of household duties
Cleaning, laundry, ironing and meal preparation require different skills and amounts of time. Prioritise the tasks you need and explain the size of the home and how often each task should be done. If you also need childcare or support for an older relative, discuss that separately and look for relevant experience.
- Use the Housekeeper filter and compare cleaning, laundry, ironing and cooking skills.
- Discuss the days, hours, travel arrangements and whether accommodation is needed.
- Check references and agree on duties, pay and supplies before work starts.
Finding support across Gauteng
Based in Ruimsig, Gauteng, our team can discuss your suburb and the support you need. Open Browse Helpers and use the province, city, helper type and availability filters. Review each profile’s skills and verification status. Availability varies by location; confirm the candidate’s ability to travel to your home and work your preferred hours.
Shortlist and request candidate details
Select up to four helpers and pay the once-off R300 shortlist fee to request their details and available supporting documents by email. This fee covers the inquiry, not wages or a guaranteed placement. Contact candidates to discuss suitability and arrangements.
Read the shortlisting and payment guideOnline enquiries across Gauteng
Our team is based in Ruimsig. Tell us about your domestic worker and housekeeping needs, your suburb and preferred schedule. We can discuss the next step; candidate availability and travel arrangements must be confirmed.
Enquire about domestic worker and housekeeping on WhatsAppLooking beyond Ruimsig? Explore our Gauteng enquiry areas, from cities and suburbs to townships. Our service is online; confirm helper availability for your location.
Frequently asked questions
Helpful answers before you choose support for your home.
What tasks can I expect a housekeeper or domestic worker to handle?
Typical agreed duties may include cleaning rooms, laundry, ironing, changing linen and keeping the home organised. Cooking, childcare, driving, heavy lifting and specialist cleaning should be discussed separately. Set out priorities and a realistic workload before hiring.
How do I choose between a full-time live-in, live-out, or part-time housekeeper?
Consider how much help you need each week, your budget and travel arrangements. Part-time help can suit selected days; full-time live-out help suits a regular daily schedule. A live-in arrangement also requires agreed accommodation, privacy and time off; living on site does not mean being available around the clock.
Do I need to provide cleaning supplies and equipment?
Agree this before work begins. For a household employment arrangement, plan to provide suitable cleaning products, equipment and any necessary protective items unless you have expressly agreed otherwise. Explain product instructions, delicate surfaces, allergies and safe storage.
What are standard working hours for a domestic worker in South Africa?
Set out ordinary working days and hours in the employment agreement and follow the applicable Basic Conditions of Employment requirements for hours, meal breaks, rest and overtime. Part-time and live-in arrangements still need clear schedules. Check current Department of Employment and Labour guidance before finalising an agreement; live-in status does not mean unlimited working hours.
Can I find a domestic worker or housekeeper in Johannesburg, Pretoria or other parts of Gauteng?
You can enquire online about a domestic worker or housekeeper across Gauteng, including Johannesburg, Sandton, Soweto, Roodepoort, the West Rand, Pretoria, Centurion, Ekurhuleni and the Vaal. Home Helper Connect is run from Ruimsig; you do not need to visit our home base. Tell us your suburb or township, cleaning duties and the number of days needed. Availability depends on suitable candidates and agreed travel arrangements.