Vhembe District Municipality is inviting applications from suitably qualified individuals for five General Worker positions within the Department of Technical Services. The positions are offered at Post Level 15 with a stated salary scale of R167,487.63.
The General Worker vacancies may suit applicants who have practical experience in cleaning, gardening, refuse handling, grounds maintenance, basic manual work and the use of hand tools and equipment. Applicants must meet the minimum educational, literacy, numeracy and experience requirements before submitting an application.
The closing date for applications is 16 October 2026.
General Worker X5
Department: Technical Services
Position: General Workers X5
Number of Posts: 5
Post Level: 15
Salary Scale: R167,487.63
Closing Date: 16 October 2026
The successful candidates will perform a range of general maintenance, cleaning, gardening, refuse-handling and manual support duties within the municipality. The work involves physical activities and the use of various handheld tools and equipment.
The advertised position requires candidates to be able to carry out instructions, work with basic equipment and perform routine tasks in different municipal work environments.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants interested in the General Worker positions must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Grade 10
- Basic numeracy
- Basic literacy skills
- At least 6 months of relevant experience
The Grade 10 requirement provides an opportunity for applicants who do not necessarily hold a Grade 12 qualification but have the required practical skills and experience.
Relevant experience is particularly important because the duties include practical work involving cleaning, gardening, refuse collection support, equipment handling and general maintenance activities.
Applicants should ensure that the information contained in the CV accurately reflects previous employment and relevant experience. Any qualifications or supporting documents submitted as part of the application must also be valid and verifiable.
Duties and Responsibilities
The appointed General Workers will be responsible for a variety of operational duties under the Department of Technical Services. The responsibilities are primarily practical and may involve working outdoors, handling equipment and assisting with municipal maintenance activities.
Cleaning Water Reservoirs
One of the responsibilities involves cleaning the inside of water reservoirs. This requires attention to cleanliness and safety procedures while carrying out assigned cleaning duties.
Candidates appointed to the positions may be required to follow instructions from supervisors when working in municipal water-related facilities.
Grass Cutting and Grounds Maintenance
General Workers will cut and trim lawns and verges using handheld machines and gardening equipment.
Equipment may include:
- Brush cutters
- Lawnmowers
- Shears
- Other tools used for clearing overgrown shrubs
The work involves maintaining municipal grounds and keeping grass, verges and overgrown areas under control.
Gardening and Flower Bed Maintenance
The position also involves maintaining flower beds and other landscaped areas.
Duties include:
- Weeding flower beds
- Cleaning flower beds
- Shaping flower beds
- Using handheld gardening tools
- Clearing unwanted vegetation
Candidates may therefore spend a significant amount of time performing outdoor maintenance and gardening activities.
Excavation and Backfilling
General Workers will also assist with excavation and backfilling activities using handheld equipment.
Tools may include:
- Spades
- Picks
- Other basic manual excavation equipment
The duties can involve digging trenches and subsequently filling or backfilling areas after the required work has been completed.
Litter Collection
The appointed employees will be responsible for picking up litter and other items found in open spaces.
This forms part of maintaining clean and orderly municipal areas. Workers may be required to collect waste from different locations and move it to designated collection points.
Refuse Bag Handling
The position includes removing and replacing refuse bags from collection bins.
General Workers may also be required to carry refuse bags to designated areas for collection. Additional responsibilities include assisting with the loading and offloading of refuse bags, materials and garden refuse into or from vehicles.
This work requires physical ability and careful handling of waste and materials.
Cleaning Tools and Vehicles
Employees will remove and wash debris from tools and vehicles using pressurised cleaning systems and handheld hoses.
The work may involve cleaning equipment after use and ensuring that tools and vehicles are kept in an appropriate condition.
Equipment Cleaning and Basic Maintenance
General Workers will clean equipment such as brush cutters and lawnmowers using specified cleaning aids, including brushes.
The responsibilities also include replacing nylon cutting lines and checking or replacing fuel to specified levels.
Candidates should therefore be comfortable working with basic equipment and following instructions regarding the correct use, cleaning and maintenance of machinery.
Storage of Tools and Equipment
Another responsibility involves placing and stacking tools and equipment in designated storage areas.
Employees may also be required to verbally report the condition or status of tools and equipment to the immediate supervisor.
Proper storage helps ensure that equipment remains organised and available for future use.
Loading and Unloading
General Workers will assist with loading and unloading equipment and materials from vehicles.
This may involve handling different types of tools, materials and garden refuse as part of daily municipal operations.
Skills and Work Environment
The General Worker position involves practical and physical duties. Candidates should be prepared to work with hand tools, gardening equipment, cleaning equipment and other machinery relevant to the assigned tasks.
Basic literacy and numeracy skills are required. These skills may assist employees with understanding instructions, communicating with supervisors, handling basic workplace information and following operational procedures.
Relevant practical experience is also important because many of the advertised duties involve activities such as gardening, cleaning, refuse handling, equipment maintenance and general manual work.
Applicants should carefully consider the physical nature of the duties before applying.
Application Requirements
Applications must be submitted using the signed VDM HR application form. The application form is obtainable from the Vhembe District Municipality website.
The application must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV and certified copies of the required supporting documents.
Applicants are required to submit certified copies of:
- Identity document
- Driver’s licence, where applicable
- Qualifications
Applications that do not include the required documentation will not be considered.
Where to Submit the Application
Applications must be forwarded to the Registry Office, Vhembe District Municipality at:
Vhembe District Municipality
Old Parliament Building
Government Complex
Next to Khoroni Hotel
The municipality specifically states that fax and email applications will not be accepted. Applicants should therefore use the prescribed application method and submit the completed application to the specified Registry Office.
Applications received after the stated closing date and time will not be considered.
Important Information for Applicants
Candidates should carefully check the application requirements before submitting their documents.
Vhembe District Municipality states that candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks. These checks may include verification of:
- Qualifications
- Employment history
- Credit records
- Criminal records
- References
Applicants should ensure that all information provided in the application and CV is accurate.
The municipality also states that fraudulent qualifications or documentation will result in immediate disqualification.
Direct or indirect canvassing for preferential treatment may also result in immediate disqualification.
Successful candidates will be expected to enter into an annual performance agreement or contract with the municipality for each financial year for the duration of the employment relationship.
The municipality reserves the right to make or not make appointments.
Applicants should also note that correspondence regarding the advertised positions will be limited to successful candidates. If no response is received from Vhembe District Municipality within 90 days after the closing date, the application should be regarded as unsuccessful.
How to Apply
Applicants who meet the stated requirements should obtain and complete the VDM HR application form from the Vhembe District Municipality website.
The completed and signed application form should be accompanied by:
- A comprehensive CV
- Certified copy of the identity document
- Certified copy of qualifications
- Certified copy of driver’s licence, where applicable
The complete application should be submitted to the Registry Office, Vhembe District Municipality, Old Parliament Building, Government Complex, next to Khoroni Hotel.
Email and fax applications will not be accepted.
Applicants should make sure that the application reaches the municipality before the closing date.
Closing Date
The closing date for the Vhembe District Municipality General Workers X5 vacancies is: 16 October 2026
Candidates who meet the Grade 10, basic numeracy, basic literacy and six-month relevant experience requirements are encouraged to review the full application instructions and submit the required documentation before the deadline.
Important: Only applications submitted according to the municipality’s prescribed requirements will be considered. Applicants should use the official VDM HR application form and ensure that all required supporting documents are included.