Harry Gwala District Municipality invites interested and suitably qualified candidates to apply for the advertised positions in the relevant departments. The municipality is committed to attracting competent and dedicated individuals who can contribute to efficient service delivery, community development, and the achievement of strategic objectives. Applicants are encouraged to review the job requirements carefully and ensure that all minimum qualifications and experience criteria are met before submitting their applications.
Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Harry Gwala District Municipality application form, accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae and certified copies of qualifications. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and failure to receive feedback within three months of the closing date should be regarded as an unsuccessful application. The municipality is an equal opportunity employer and applies affirmative action measures to promote equity in employment.
GENERAL WORKERS (26 POSTS)
(Umzimkhulu Satellite x15, Ubuhlebezwe Satellite x9 and Dr Ndz Satellite x2)
Salary:
- Salary Grade: T3
- Salary Range: R132,227.94 – R152,426.17 per annum
- Plus applicable benefits
Reference Number:
- Ref No: WT 5/5/4/2/8
Job Requirements:
- Grade 9 / Standard 7 or equivalent qualification.
- 6 to 12 months experience in gardening or related general labour services.
- Ability to use basic tools and equipment such as lawnmowers, shears, spades, picks, etc.
- Ability to follow instructions from supervisors.
- Physically fit and able to perform manual labour duties.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Clearing overgrown shrubs, bushes, and vegetation.
- Performing gardening and grounds maintenance tasks.
- Cleaning and removing blockages, debris, and alien vegetation in treatment plants and other work areas.
- Assisting in fastening slings, ropes, and guiding or holding materials and equipment during work.
- Preparing and mixing materials such as concrete and mortar when required.
- Cleaning tools and equipment and replacing nylon cutting lines on machinery.
- Checking and replenishing fuel for equipment and tools.
- General cleaning, housekeeping, and support duties as directed by the supervisor.
Closing Date: 19 February 2026
How to Apply
Enquiries should be directed to:
Human Resources Unit on tel: (039) 834 8756 / 5504 / 8752
No faxed applications will be accepted.
Interested candidates must submit their applications on the prescribed Harry Gwala District Municipality Application Form, which can be downloaded from the official website: www.harrygwaladm.gov.za. Applications must be accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae and certified copies of qualifications and relevant documents. Incomplete applications or those submitted without the official application form will not be considered.
Applications should be submitted to the following address or via email:
Attention: Director: Corporate Services
Harry Gwala District Municipality
40 Main Street
Ixopo, 3276
Email: [email protected]
Applicants must ensure that the post title is clearly indicated in the subject line when submitting applications via email. Failure to comply with application instructions may result in disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and if no response is received within three months after the closing date, the application should be regarded as unsuccessful.
If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
Harry Gwala District Municipality subscribes to the National Equity Strategy.
NB:
Applications that are submitted without Harry Gwala District Municipality application form will not be considered.
Harry Gwala District Municipality is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes affirmative action to redress imbalances in employment opportunities.