Listing Reference: MIDVAAL-EPWP-2025
Listing Status: Open
Company: Midvaal Local Municipality
Industry: Local Government / Public Works / Municipality Services
Job Category: General Worker (EPWP)
Location: Meyerton, Midvaal, South Africa
Contract Type: Fixed-Term (2 Years)
Remuneration: R149.40 per day (EPWP Daily Rate)
EE Position: Yes
Closing Date: 20 June 2025 at 12:00
Introduction
Midvaal Local Municipality is offering a valuable opportunity for unemployed individuals residing within the Midvaal area to apply for Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) General Worker positions. This fixed-term employment opportunity is specifically designed to give local residents access to temporary work experience while contributing to essential municipal operations and services.
The EPWP initiative aims to reduce unemployment by creating job opportunities that allow individuals to acquire practical work experience, learn new skills, and contribute to the delivery of public services at the local government level. Applicants from Vaalmarina and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply as part of the municipality’s employment equity goals.
Job Description
The EPWP General Worker position plays a key role in supporting various manual labour and operational tasks within the Midvaal Local Municipality’s departments. Successful candidates will perform a variety of physical duties related to the maintenance, cleaning, and operation of municipal infrastructure.
Core responsibilities include:
- Performing loading and off-loading of materials and equipment safely, using protective gear as provided
- Placing traffic warning signs when working near municipal roads to alert passing vehicles and ensure public safety during roadwork or excavation
- Cleaning designated work areas using manual labour tools and equipment to ensure cleanliness and safety standards are maintained
- Executing general labour tasks as instructed by supervisors or superintendents, contributing to the smooth and productive operation of the assigned municipal section
- Carrying out all instructions issued by management in accordance with operational guidelines and workplace safety procedures
- Performing additional ad hoc tasks as directed by supervisors or required by operational needs
This position requires a strong work ethic, physical fitness, and a commitment to performing manual labour in various outdoor and indoor municipal settings.
Ideal Candidate
This opportunity is ideal for diligent, hard-working individuals who are eager to gain work experience within the public sector while contributing positively to the upkeep of municipal infrastructure and services.
Minimum requirements include:
- Grade 10 certificate (compulsory)
- Grade 12 certificate (advantageous but not compulsory)
- Valid driver’s license (advantageous but not compulsory)
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively in at least two languages
- Proof of residence within the Midvaal area (residents of Vaalmarina highly encouraged to apply)
- Strong physical health and capability to perform manual labour
- Basic skills and knowledge of physical work processes
- Ability to follow clear instructions and complete assigned tasks
- Self-discipline, reliability, and a strong work ethic
- Prior work experience (0 to 1 year) within a local government authority will be considered advantageous
Role Responsibility
As an EPWP General Worker, candidates will be responsible for fulfilling a variety of labour-related responsibilities within municipal departments. Daily responsibilities include:
- Assisting with loading and off-loading municipal equipment, tools, and materials using correct safety procedures
- Deploying traffic signs and barriers when roadwork or excavation takes place to ensure the safety of both workers and the general public
- Maintaining a clean and safe work environment through regular cleaning of operational areas, streets, parks, and public spaces
- Carrying out routine maintenance and physical labour tasks across various municipal worksites
- Executing legal instructions from supervisors to ensure productivity and operational efficiency
- Cooperating with team members to ensure that all assigned duties are completed on time and according to municipal standards
- Reporting safety risks, equipment malfunctions, or any unusual occurrences to supervisors promptly
- Adapting to operational demands, including performing additional duties as required by management from time to time
Skills and Attributes
The ideal candidate must possess the following personal skills and attributes to successfully perform the duties of this position:
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
- Excellent interpersonal communication to interact with supervisors, co-workers, and community members
- High levels of physical endurance and stamina to perform manual labour tasks for extended periods
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions accurately and efficiently
- Professional and respectful conduct as a representative of the municipality
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions
- Commitment to punctuality and attendance
- Flexibility to adapt to varying work assignments and municipal needs
- Basic safety awareness and understanding of how to maintain personal and public safety while performing duties
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Position Summary
The Midvaal Local Municipality EPWP General Worker Programme 2025 offers an important opportunity for local community members to gain employment experience while contributing to essential public services. Through this two-year fixed-term contract, successful candidates will receive structured, hands-on training in various municipal departments while helping to maintain public infrastructure and uphold service delivery standards.
In addition to earning a daily wage, participants will gain:
- Valuable workplace experience within a local government structure
- Exposure to municipal operations and service delivery systems
- Practical knowledge and development of work readiness skills
- An opportunity to contribute directly to the well-being and appearance of Midvaal communities
- Inclusion in a nationally recognized public employment initiative aimed at addressing youth unemployment and poverty alleviation
This programme specifically aims to promote the inclusion of youth, women, and persons with disabilities as part of the municipality’s commitment to employment equity and transformation. Applicants who meet the minimum requirements and are eager to contribute to the Midvaal community are strongly encouraged to apply before the closing date.
The Council reserves the right not to make an appointment for the position.