EPWP General Workes at Midvaal Local Municipality 2025
Additional Information
- Job Title: EPWP General Worker
- Reference: MN 3918/25
- Location: Meyerton, Midvaal Local Municipality, South Africa
- Company: Midvaal Local Municipality
- Closing Date: 20 June 2025 at 12:00
- Contract Duration: Fixed-Term Contract – 2 years
- Daily Wage: R149.40 p.d (EPWP General Worker daily rate)
- Eligibility: Open only to residents of Midvaal, with preference given to Vaal Marina residents and candidates who promote employment equity
Background & Job Description
Midvaal Local Municipality, a growing and forward-thinking local government authority in Gauteng, is offering employment opportunities under the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP). The municipality seeks dedicated and physically fit individuals to fill multiple EPWP General Worker positions across various departments. These roles are aimed at promoting job creation and skills development for unemployed individuals residing in the Midvaal area.
This initiative forms part of the municipality’s commitment to community development and inclusivity. Successful candidates will work in public infrastructure and maintenance projects that help enhance local service delivery.
Tasks
General Workers will be expected to perform a variety of labour-intensive and public service-related tasks, including:
- Loading and off-loading of materials and equipment using appropriate tools and safety gear
- Placing traffic signage for roadworks to ensure public safety during municipal operations
- Manual cleaning and maintenance around designated work areas using basic hand tools
- Carrying out general labour-related duties as assigned by supervisors or department heads
- Adhering to all lawful instructions and ensuring smooth operations within the respective departments
- Undertaking additional ad hoc duties as directed by management when needed
Qualifications
Minimum educational and additional requirements include:
- Grade 10 certificate (compulsory)
- Grade 12 / Matric (advantageous)
- Valid South African driver’s license (beneficial but not mandatory)
- Good physical health and ability to carry out physical tasks
- Effective communication skills and bilingual ability
- Must meet operational and physical requirements of the role
- Preference will be given to applicants residing within Midvaal jurisdiction
Experience
- 0 to 1 year of work experience in a general worker role within a Local Government Authority or public infrastructure environment
- Demonstrated ability to follow instructions, work independently, and carry out physical labour
- Experience in using basic manual labour tools and safety practices is desirable
Brief Company Contact Details
- Company: Midvaal Local Municipality
- Website for Applications: www.midvaal.gov.za
- Human Resources Contact Numbers:
- (016) 360-7435
- (016) 360-7432
- (016) 360-7569
- (016) 360-7557
Note: Applicants must apply online. Handwritten or emailed CVs will be disqualified. No travel reimbursement will be provided for interviews unless candidates travel over 400km for job levels 1 to 4.
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If you’re physically fit, hard-working, and committed to making a difference in your community, apply now for this vital role and contribute to the betterment of local services in Midvaal. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If no feedback is received within three months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.