The City of Ekurhuleni has announced an opportunity for suitably qualified and eligible South African citizens to apply for a General Worker: XECOD007 position within the Real Estate and Development Planning Department. The opportunity is offered under the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) and is aimed at providing practical work experience while supporting municipal service delivery activities.
The position is based within the City of Ekurhuleni, and successful applicants will be expected to carry out a range of general support, fieldwork and labour-intensive duties under the direction of an authorised supervisor.
Applicants who meet the minimum requirements and are interested in gaining experience through a municipal EPWP opportunity are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date.
General Worker Job Details
Position: General Worker
Reference: XECOD007
Department: Real Estate and Development Planning
Programme: EPWP
Location: City of Ekurhuleni
Remuneration: R4,356
Closing Date: 7 October 2026
Minimum Requirements
Candidates interested in this General Worker opportunity must meet the basic requirements specified by the City of Ekurhuleni.
Applicants must have completed at least Grade 10. They must also be South African citizens and must be residents of the City of Ekurhuleni.
Knowledge of municipal services is also required. Applicants should therefore have an understanding of the role municipal services play in communities and be prepared to work in environments where they may assist with various service delivery activities.
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply for the opportunity.
Duties and Responsibilities
The appointed General Worker will provide practical support to municipal operations and may work across offices, workshops, yards and field locations.
One of the responsibilities will be receiving daily instructions from the designated supervisor and ensuring that assigned work is completed according to the instructions provided.
The successful applicant may also be required to visit businesses and encourage business owners or operators to apply for the relevant Business Licences and Trading Permits, where applicable. Accurate information must be collected during these visits, with daily records maintained and submitted as required.
The role also involves capturing and updating information relating to business owners and their contact details. Applicants should therefore be able to record information accurately and responsibly.
Where potentially non-compliant business activities are identified, the General Worker will be expected to report these matters to the relevant supervisor. Operational difficulties or challenges encountered while performing duties must also be communicated through the appropriate channels.
Other responsibilities include loading, unloading and transporting materials, tools and equipment while following safe handling procedures. The successful applicant may perform various labour-intensive tasks in municipal offices, workshops, yards and other field sites.
Tools, equipment and materials must be handled responsibly and kept in a safe and usable condition. The successful candidate will also be expected to comply with applicable Occupational Health and Safety requirements and follow established safe working procedures.
The position requires flexibility, as the successful applicant may also be required to provide general assistance in support of municipal service delivery operations and perform other reasonable duties assigned by an authorised supervisor.
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity may be suitable for individuals who meet the Grade 10 educational requirement, live within the City of Ekurhuleni and are looking for an EPWP opportunity that provides practical exposure to municipal work.
Applicants should be prepared to work in different environments and carry out both administrative support and physical duties. Good record-keeping, following instructions, responsible handling of equipment and the ability to work under supervision will be important when performing the duties associated with this role.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must apply through the City of Ekurhuleni’s online application system.
Applications should be submitted online via the official City of Ekurhuleni website at www.ekurhuleni.gov.za.
Applicants should ensure that they provide the required information accurately when completing their application. The ward number and reference number XECOD007 must be quoted as required in the application.
The City has stated that faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted.
Candidates may also be required to provide proof of the applicable NQF level relating to qualifications they have obtained.
Enquiries
For enquiries relating to the opportunity, candidates can contact the City of Ekurhuleni on:
Telephone: 0860 54 3000
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is 7 October 2026.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline rather than waiting until the final day.
The City of Ekurhuleni has indicated that applicants who do not receive communication regarding the outcome of their application within six weeks after the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.
The municipality subscribes to the principles of the Employment Equity Act and reserves the right to appoint, not appoint, or make a lateral appointment.
Important Information
This vacancy is an EPWP opportunity with the City of Ekurhuleni. Applicants should carefully check that they meet all stated requirements before applying. In particular, candidates should ensure that they are South African citizens, residents of the City of Ekurhuleni and have at least Grade 10.
Position: General Worker: XECOD007
Employer: City of Ekurhuleni
Department: Real Estate and Development Planning
Programme: EPWP
Remuneration: R4,356
Closing Date: 7 October 2026
Interested candidates should use the City’s official online application system to submit their applications before the closing date.
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