The Eastern Cape Department of Transport invites interested and suitably qualified candidates to apply for the advertised General Worker positions. These opportunities are available to individuals who meet the minimum requirements and are prepared to contribute to service delivery within the respective districts.
The Department is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to employment equity. Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to submit applications.
Position: General Worker – Maintenance
Location: Amathole District, Eastern Cape
Position: General Worker (Assistant) – Logistics and Disposal Management Services
Location: Amathole District, Eastern Cape
Position: General Worker – Bizana Traffic Station
Location: Alfred Nzo District (Bizana), Eastern Cape
The Eastern Cape Department of Transport invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for General Worker positions. The Department is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
General Worker Vacancies – Eastern Cape Department of Transport
- General Worker: Maintenance
- Salary: R138 486 – R163 131 per annum (Level 2)
- Centre: Amathole
Requirements:
Applicants must have ABET Level 2 or Grade 8. No previous experience is required, however exposure to a similar working environment will be an added advantage. Candidates must be healthy, physically fit, and willing to work after hours when required. The ability to read and write, good communication skills, and self-management abilities are essential.
Duties:
Successful candidates will provide general work assistance including loading and off-loading furniture and other goods, cleaning government vehicles, and cleaning relevant workstations.
- General Worker (Assistant): Logistics and Disposal Management Services
- Number of Posts: 03
- Salary: R138 486 – R163 131 per annum (Level 2)
- Centre: Amathole
Requirements:
Applicants must have ABET Level 2 or Grade 8. No experience is required, but exposure to the working environment will be advantageous. Candidates must be physically fit and prepared to work after hours. Basic knowledge of work procedures, as well as good interpersonal and communication skills, are required.
Duties:
The role involves loading and off-loading furniture and goods, cleaning government vehicles, and maintaining cleanliness of relevant workstations.
- General Worker: Bizana Traffic Station
- Number of Posts: 03
- Salary: R138 486 – R163 131 per annum (Level 2)
- Centre: Alfred Nzo
Requirements:
Applicants must have ABET Level 2 or Grade 8. No experience is required, though exposure to a similar environment will be beneficial. Candidates must be physically fit and willing to work after hours. Basic knowledge of work procedures, good interpersonal relations, and communication skills are essential.
Duties:
Duties include general work assistance such as loading and off-loading goods, cleaning government vehicles, and maintaining cleanliness at workstations.
Application Process
Closing Date: 27 February 2026
Applications close at 23:59 on the closing date. Late applications will not be considered.
Applications must be submitted only through the Provincial e-Recruitment system available on the Eastern Cape Provincial Government website under Careers, or via the Eastern Cape Department of Transport e-Recruitment portal. The system is available 24 hours a day until the closing date.
Hand-delivered, emailed, faxed, or posted applications will not be accepted.
Applications must be submitted exclusively through the Provincial e-Recruitment system available at https://ecprov.gov.za under the Careers section or via https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za by clicking on “Jobs” to view vacancies without logging in. The online system operates 24 hours a day and will automatically close at 23:59 on the closing date. No other method of submission will be accepted.
The closing date for applications is 27 February 2026. For any technical challenges related to the e-Recruitment system, an email must be sent including the applicant’s ID number, profile email address, and full details of the issue to the Department’s website at www.ectransport.gov.za.
For technical enquiries related to the e-Recruitment system, applicants may visit the Department of Transport website. CVs must not be sent to the technical support email address.
Important Information
Applications must be submitted on a signed Z83 form and accompanied by a recently updated and comprehensive CV. Applicants must attach copies of qualifications, identity documents, and a driver’s license where applicable. Certified copies are not required upon application but will be requested from shortlisted candidates before the interview.
Non-South African citizens who are permanent residents must attach a copy of their Permanent Residence Permit. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by a SAQA evaluation certificate.
If applicants do not receive feedback within three months after the closing date, they should consider their application unsuccessful.
Successful candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, including criminal record, citizenship, qualification, and employment verification, as well as security clearance where applicable. Appointments are subject to a twelve-month probation period.
The Department reserves the right not to fill the advertised posts. Preference will be given to designated groups in line with the Department’s Employment Equity targets. Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
For enquiries, contact:
Ms. H. Magengelele or Ms. N. Palele
Telephone: 043 604 7674 / 7539 / 7572 / 7504