Emakhazeni Local Municipality EPWP General Worker Vacancies 2026
If you’re unemployed and looking for temporary employment in Mpumalanga, the Emakhazeni Local Municipality has opened applications for 50 EPWP General Worker positions under its Community Services Department.
Successful applicants will be employed on a 10-month contract through the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP), earning R135 per day while helping maintain public spaces, municipal facilities, and the local environment.
This opportunity is ideal for unemployed residents seeking work experience and an income while contributing to cleaner and safer communities.
Employer
Employer: Emakhazeni Local Municipality
Department: Community Services
Programme: Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP)
Position: EPWP General Worker (X50 Posts)
Location:
- Emakhazeni
- Siyathuthuka
- Emgwenya
- Waterval Boven
- Dullstroom
- Sakhelwe
- Entokozweni
- Emthonjeni
Programme Duration: 10 Months
Employment Type: Temporary Contract (EPWP)
Closing Date
Closing Date: 28 July 2026 at 12:00
Late applications are unlikely to be considered.
About the Opportunity
The Community Services Department is recruiting 50 General Workers to assist with environmental maintenance and municipal service delivery projects across Emakhazeni Local Municipality.
Successful candidates will help improve public spaces by cleaning streets, maintaining parks and municipal facilities, supporting waste management activities, and carrying out other community service tasks.
Applicants are encouraged to apply for positions within the ward where they currently reside.
Salary / Daily Wage
Daily Wage: R135 per day
Successful applicants will be employed under the conditions of the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP).
Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be unemployed
- Be physically fit and healthy
- Preferably reside in the ward where the project will be implemented
- Provide proof of residence issued by Emakhazeni Local Municipality
- Submit a certified copy of a South African ID
Advantage:
- Grade 12 (Matric) certificate (not compulsory)
Duties and Responsibilities
Successful General Workers will assist with:
- Street cleaning
- Litter picking
- Cleaning illegal dumping sites
- Tree planting
- Cleaning municipal parks
- Cemetery maintenance
- Cleaning municipal libraries
- Cleaning sports facilities
- Maintaining municipal buildings
- Assisting at waste disposal facilities
- Following instructions from supervisors
- Performing additional duties as required
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is suitable for:
- Unemployed youth
- Job seekers with little or no work experience
- EPWP applicants
- Residents of Emakhazeni Local Municipality
- Individuals interested in community and environmental services
- People who enjoy outdoor work
Documents Needed
Prepare the following documents:
- Completed Municipal Application Form
- Certified South African ID Copy
- Municipal Proof of Residence
- Certified Matric Certificate (if applicable)
- Any additional supporting documents requested by the municipality
How to Apply
Follow these steps:
- Collect the official municipal application form.
- Complete the form carefully.
- Attach all required certified documents.
- Submit your application before the closing date.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Acting Senior Manager: Corporate Services
P.O. Box 17
Emakhazeni
1100
Official Application
Applications must be submitted using the official municipal application form available from Emakhazeni Local Municipality.
Enquiries
Mrs A. Skosana
Ms N. Ndlovu
Telephone: (013) 253 7600
Expert Guidance (YouthScope Editorial Team)
Career experts at the YouthScope Editorial Team advise applicants to prepare all required documents before applying. Ensure your ID copy is certified, your proof of residence is issued by Emakhazeni Local Municipality where required, and submit your application well before the closing date to avoid disappointment. Temporary EPWP opportunities are highly competitive, so a complete and accurate application can improve your chances of being considered.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who can apply?
Unemployed South African applicants who meet the minimum requirements and preferably reside within the relevant Emakhazeni municipal ward.
Is Matric compulsory?
No. Grade 12 (Matric) is listed as an added advantage but is not compulsory.
How many vacancies are available?
There are 50 EPWP General Worker posts available.
How much will successful applicants earn?
Successful applicants will receive R135 per day.
How long is the contract?
The contract duration is 10 months.
Where will successful applicants work?
Placements will be made in Emakhazeni, Siyathuthuka, Emgwenya, Waterval Boven, Dullstroom, Sakhelwe, Entokozweni, and Emthonjeni.
What work will General Workers perform?
Duties include street cleaning, litter picking, tree planting, waste management support, maintaining parks, cemeteries, libraries, sports facilities, and other municipal properties.
When is the closing date?
Applications close on 28 July 2026 at 12:00.
Disclaimer
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Opportunity Verification
✅ Published by: YouthScope Editorial Team
✅ Last Updated: 23 July 2026
✅ Information Source: Official Emakhazeni Local Municipality EPWP Vacancy Advertisement
✅ Status: Reviewed for accuracy
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