Reference Number: LDM-62
Location: iLembe, KwaZulu-Natal
Employment Type: Permanent
Work Level: Junior
Salary: R137,851.71 – R162,734.80 per annum
Employment Equity: No
Minimum Qualification: ABET
Preferred Qualification: Grade 10
Experience: At least 1 year of relevant experience
Date Posted: 30 August 2026
General Worker (Vector Control) Job Opportunity
A permanent employment opportunity is available for a General Worker: Vector Control in the iLembe area of KwaZulu-Natal. The successful candidate will support environmental health and pest-control activities aimed at reducing the presence and spread of disease-carrying vectors within communities.
This position is suitable for a junior-level candidate who has an ABET qualification, with Grade 10 being preferred, and at least one year of relevant experience. The role requires someone who is comfortable working in different environments, carrying out inspections, identifying potential vector breeding areas and applying appropriate control measures.
The General Worker will play an important role in maintaining healthy and safe surroundings by assisting with pest and vector-control programmes. This includes responding to complaints from members of the public, conducting inspections and implementing preventative or eradication measures where necessary.
Key Responsibilities
The appointed candidate will be responsible for supporting a range of vector-control activities. Duties will include inspecting properties and surrounding areas to identify locations where pests or disease-carrying vectors may breed or thrive.
The employee will conduct routine surveillance and inspections to establish the presence and prevalence of vectors. This may involve visiting different premises and checking conditions that could encourage vector breeding.
Another important responsibility will be carrying out pest-control interventions. Depending on the situation, these activities may include spraying premises, applying bait, fumigating affected areas, placing traps and using other approved methods to control or eliminate vectors.
The successful applicant will also need to identify vectors and understand their habitats and breeding locations so that suitable preventative and corrective measures can be introduced. Regular monitoring will be required to determine whether control measures have been effective and whether further action is necessary.
The position also involves the safe and correct application of pesticides and other chemicals. Employees must use the appropriate concentration of chemicals for the intended application and follow applicable safety procedures when handling and using pest-control products.
Public interaction forms part of the role. The successful candidate may be required to attend to consumer complaints relating to pests and vector-related concerns, investigate the reported issues and assist with appropriate corrective action.
Accurate reporting is another key component of the position. The employee will be expected to document inspections and interventions and provide relevant feedback to the appropriate supervisor. Regular communication with the superior will help ensure that identified problems are properly addressed and monitored.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants interested in this General Worker: Vector Control opportunity should meet the following requirements:
- ABET qualification is required.
- Grade 10 is preferred.
- At least 1 year of relevant work experience.
- Applicants should be prepared to perform practical vector-control and pest-control duties.
- The ability to follow instructions and apply safety procedures when working with chemicals is important.
- Candidates should be able to conduct inspections, monitor assigned areas and report findings accurately.
Skills and Attributes
The ideal candidate should be responsible, observant and willing to work in the field. Attention to detail is important because vector-control work requires the identification of breeding sites, habitats and conditions that may contribute to pest problems.
Good communication skills will also be beneficial, particularly when dealing with consumer complaints and reporting findings to supervisors. Candidates should be able to work independently when carrying out assigned inspections while also following established procedures and instructions.
Because the position involves the use of pesticides and pest-control equipment, a strong commitment to workplace safety and the correct handling of chemicals is essential.
Salary and Employment Details
The successful candidate will be appointed on a permanent basis at a junior work level.
The advertised salary range is:
R137,851.71 – R162,734.80 per annum
The position is listed as not an Employment Equity (EE) position.
How to Apply
Candidates who meet the stated requirements and are interested in the General Worker (Vector Control) – iLembe opportunity should use the official application process provided by the recruiting organisation.
When applying, applicants should ensure that they quote the correct reference number: LDM-62 and provide accurate information regarding their qualifications and relevant experience.
Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the official vacancy information and application instructions before submitting their applications. Only candidates who meet the specified requirements should apply.
Job Title: General Worker (Vector Control)
Reference: LDM-62
Location: iLembe, KwaZulu-Natal
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: R137,851.71 – R162,734.80 per annum
Closing Date: Check the official vacancy advert for the application closing date.