33 EPWP General Worker Positions Available – Apply Today

Midvaal Local Municipality

Midvaal Local Municipality invites applications from unemployed individuals to participate in the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) as General Workers in the Parks Section. This opportunity is offered on a two-year fixed-term contract and is aimed at reducing unemployment while providing practical work experience in municipal park maintenance and related labour-intensive duties. The position is based in Meyerton and is open to qualifying applicants who meet the specified requirements and reside within the Midvaal Local Municipality jurisdiction.

Successful candidates will be responsible for performing physically demanding outdoor work, including maintaining parks and public spaces, operating garden tools, and supporting general maintenance activities as directed by supervisors. The daily remuneration for this position is R156.88, and applications must be submitted before the closing date of 25 February 2026 at 12:00.

  • Position: EPWP General Worker – Parks Section X33 Posts
  • Reference Number: MN4072/26
  • Duration: Two-year fixed term contract (maximum 24 months from date of appointment)
  • Salary: R156.88 per day (EPWP General Worker daily rate)
  • Location: Meyerton, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Closing Date: 25 February 2026 at 12:00 PM

Midvaal Local Municipality, through participation in the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP), aims to reduce unemployment and alleviate poverty by creating work opportunities for unemployed individuals within the community.

Position Overview

Job Title: EPWP General Worker – Parks Section
Number of Positions: 33
Contract Duration: Two-year fixed-term contract (maximum 24 months from date of appointment)

Based on operational requirements associated with the duties outlined in this advertisement, preference will be given to male applicants.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Minimum Grade 10 qualification
  • Must be bilingual and able to understand English
  • Must reside within the jurisdiction of Midvaal Local Municipality
  • Ability to follow and execute instructions effectively
  • Must be in excellent physical health with basic skills and understanding of the work environment
  • Must be able to perform physically demanding work under varying weather conditions
  • Must meet all operational requirements of the position
  • Must be hard-working and self-disciplined
  • Must have 0–1 year experience as a general worker, labourer, or in labour-intensive duties within parks and recreation
  • Must be unemployed

Key Duties and Responsibilities

This is a labour-intensive role. Successful applicants will be required to:

  • Load and off-load materials, tools, and equipment used for daily tasks
  • Use provided personal protective equipment and employer-issued tools
  • Place traffic signs to warn road users about work conducted near municipal roads
  • Clean and maintain designated working areas using manual labour equipment and tools
  • Operate garden tools (manual and electrical), including:
    • Grass cutting
    • Tending flower beds
    • Sweeping
    • Raking
    • Brush cutting and related maintenance work
  • Execute all lawful instructions issued by supervisors to ensure productivity
  • Perform additional ad hoc duties as requested by management or supervisors from time to time

Important Information for Applicants

  • This is an elementary role aimed at attracting unskilled and semi-skilled applicants
  • Preference will be given to targeted participants who support the achievement of EPWP objectives and targets
  • Limited positions are available
  • The appointment does not create any expectation of permanent employment
  • This opportunity is not ward specific; all Midvaal residents are encouraged to apply
  • Preference will be given to youth aged 18–35 years

Disqualification Criteria

The following applicants will be disqualified:

  • Residents of neighbouring municipalities including:
    • Lesedi Local Municipality
    • Emfuleni Local Municipality
    • Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality
    • City of Johannesburg
    • City of Tshwane
    • Mogale City
    • West Rand District
    • Sedibeng District
  • Applicants from other provinces or areas in Gauteng outside Midvaal jurisdiction
  • Applicants providing false or misrepresented information
  • Incomplete, unclear, or illegible applications
  • Applications submitted without a CV
  • CVs submitted in unsupported formats
  • CVs lacking detailed employment history, including job titles, duties, duration, employer details, and references
  • Applications that list Midvaal as employer without proper job descriptions or details

Preference will be given to unemployed applicants. Applicants currently on contract will only be considered if their contract ends within three months or less.

Remuneration: Salary: R156.88 per day
(EPWP General Worker daily rate)

Employment Equity

Preference will be given to applicants who support representativeness in line with Employment Equity targets.

Closing Dat: 25 February 2026 at 12:00

For enquiries, contact Human Resources:
016 360 7435 / 7432 / 7569 / 7557

Additional Important Notes

  • The municipality will reimburse travel costs for interviews or assessments for candidates travelling more than 400 km (job levels 1–4)
  • Midvaal Local Municipality is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to representativeness (race, gender, disability)
  • Shortlisted candidates will undergo background screening, including:
    • Qualification verification
    • Criminal record checks
    • Security vetting
  • Applicants with foreign qualifications must submit a SAQA equivalence certificate
  • Personal information is protected under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), Act No. 4 of 2013
  • Due to high application volumes, applications will not be acknowledged
  • If no response is received within three months, consider the application unsuccessful

Final Notice

The Council reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised positions.

Application Process

Interested candidates who meet the minimum requirements are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date. Applicants must ensure that all required information is complete, accurate, and clearly presented, including a detailed CV outlining relevant experience, duties performed, and contactable references. Incomplete, unclear, or incorrectly submitted applications may result in disqualification.

Applications must be submitted through the Midvaal Local Municipality website: www.midvaal.gov.za. Candidates are advised to follow the application instructions carefully and upload all required supporting documents in the correct format to ensure successful submission.

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