The City of Ekurhuleni is inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for a permanent Admin Assistant (Bin Management) position within the Environmental Resource & Waste Management Department. This opportunity may suit applicants with Grade 12, a post-matric qualification in administration or a related field, and practical administrative experience.
The position is based within the City of Ekurhuleni and forms part of the Waste Operations Division. The successful candidate will provide important administrative and support services at depot level, helping to ensure that daily waste management operations are properly coordinated, documented and supported.
Job Details
Job Title: Admin Assistant (Bin Management)
Reference Number: ERWM19330
Department: Environmental Resource & Waste Management Department (2019)
Employer: City of Ekurhuleni
Location: City of Ekurhuleni
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: R273,288 – R374,820 basic salary per annum, plus benefits
Closing Date: 28 August 2026
Minimum Requirements
Applicants interested in this position must meet the minimum requirements set by the City of Ekurhuleni.
Candidates must have a Grade 12 Certificate as a minimum educational qualification. In addition, applicants are required to hold a one-year post-matric certificate in Administration or a related field.
The position also requires between one and two years of relevant administrative experience. Applicants should therefore be familiar with general office administration, record keeping, documentation, reporting and other administrative processes.
Candidates may be required to provide proof confirming the NQF level applicable to their qualifications. Applicants should ensure that their qualifications and supporting documents are available if requested during the recruitment process.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will provide administrative support to waste management operations at depot level. The role includes assisting with the effective functioning of support services within the Waste Operations Division.
A major part of the position involves maintaining accurate administrative records. The appointed employee will be responsible for checking the correctness of timesheets and attendance registers, as well as compiling and maintaining information relating to staff matters such as overtime and leave.
The employee will also assist with identifying capital needs at the depot and contribute to the preparation of operational budget information. This requires attention to detail and the ability to work accurately with administrative and financial information.
Another important responsibility will be maintaining an organised filing and archiving system. The successful candidate must ensure that administrative documents are properly recorded, stored and easily accessible when required.
The role also involves preparing and recording information relating to incidents, accidents and WCA forms, ensuring that the relevant documentation is forwarded to the appropriate department.
The successful applicant will compile and maintain statistics and management information relating to matters such as vehicle availability and staff administration. Accuracy will be essential because these records support operational planning and compliance.
Additional duties include preparing requisitions for payments to service providers, assisting with the generation and collection of receivable income, and ensuring compliance with applicable legislation, government policies and internal procedures.
The Admin Assistant will also be expected to maintain positive and professional relationships with customers and provide effective administrative support to stakeholders.
Skills and Work Expectations
Applicants should be organised, detail-oriented and capable of handling administrative information accurately. Good record-management skills, reliability and the ability to follow established procedures will be important in this position.
The successful candidate should also be able to work with different operational teams and maintain professional customer relationships while dealing with administrative queries and requests.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the stated requirements are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date of 28 August 2026.
Enquiries: City of Ekurhuleni Contact Centre – 0860 54 3000
Applicants should ensure that their information and qualifications are accurately represented and that any required proof of NQF level is available when requested.
The City of Ekurhuleni subscribes to the principles of the Employment Equity Act and reserves the right to appoint, not appoint, or appoint laterally.
Candidates who have not been informed of the outcome of their applications within six weeks after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
If you meet the Grade 12, post-matric administration qualification and experience requirements, this permanent City of Ekurhuleni opportunity could be worth considering before applications close on 28 August 2026.