The Lejweleputswa District Municipality has opened applications for 550 EPWP Cleaning of Towns posts.
If you are unemployed and live within the district, this could be a six-month income opportunity.
Applications close soon.
Quick Overview
Programme: Cleaning of Towns – EPWP
Organisation: Lejweleputswa District Municipality
Location: Lejweleputswa municipal areas
Number of Posts: 550
Duration: 6 Months
Stipend: R130 per day (EPWP rate)
Application Method: Hand-delivered to local municipal offices
Closing Date: 13 February 2026
What This Programme Is About
The Cleaning of Towns Programme focuses on improving public spaces across the district.
Selected participants will assist with:
- Street cleaning
- Litter picking
- Refuse removal
- Cleaning parks and sidewalks
- General environmental upkeep
The work is physical and performed outdoors.
Beyond income, participants gain:
- Work experience
- Municipal exposure
- A reference for future job applications
- Practical environmental service skills
Employment Equity Targets
The programme aims to prioritise:
- 55% youth participation
- 60% women participation
- 2% persons with disabilities
This aligns with national employment equity goals.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify, you must:
- Be unemployed
- Live within the Lejweleputswa municipal area
- Be aged 18–55
- Be physically able to perform manual labour
Only local residents will be considered.
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Stipend and Duration
Duration: 6 months
Daily Wage: R130 (EPWP guideline rate)
The stipend is intended to assist with basic living expenses during the programme.
Documents Required
Prepare the following:
- Updated CV
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Proof of residence
- Proof of banking details
Incomplete applications may not be considered.
How to Apply
Applications must be hand-delivered to local municipal offices within the Lejweleputswa District.
Closing Date: 13 February 2026
Late applications will not be accepted.
For enquiries:
Office of the Director – Environmental Health Service and Disaster Management
057 108 5000
secehsdm@lejwe.co.za
⚠️ Important Application Tips
EPWP opportunities are competitive.
To improve your chances:
- Prepare a neat, simple CV
- Include volunteer or community work
- Certify your documents
- Submit early
- Dress neatly when delivering your application
Small details matter.
Career Path After EPWP
This programme can open doors to:
- Municipal general worker roles
- Waste management jobs
- Community works programmes
- Private cleaning companies
- Construction and infrastructure projects
EPWP experience is often recognised when applying for:
- Government vacancies
- Learnerships
- Contractor opportunities
Closing Date: 13 February 2026
If you live in Lejweleputswa and meet the requirements, apply before the deadline.