City of Ekurhuleni General Worker EPWP 2026 – Apply Now
City of Ekurhuleni General Worker EPWP 2026 applications are now open for candidates who meet the minimum requirements. This developmental opportunity falls under the Real Estate and Development Planning Department and is available to qualifying residents of the City of Ekurhuleni.
Applicants need a minimum of Grade 10 and must be South African citizens residing within the City of Ekurhuleni. The position involves general labour duties, business visits, record keeping and supporting municipal service delivery.
Applications close on 7 October 2026.
Job Overview
- Employer: City of Ekurhuleni
- Position: General Worker
- Reference Number: XECOD007
- Department: Real Estate and Development Planning
- Assignment Type: EPWP
- Location: City of Ekurhuleni
- Remuneration: R4,356
- Minimum Qualification: Grade 10
- Closing Date: 7 October 2026
- Application Method: Online application
Minimum Requirements
Applicants for the City of Ekurhuleni General Worker EPWP 2026 opportunity must meet the following requirements:
- Grade 10
- Must be a South African citizen
- Must be a resident of the City of Ekurhuleni
- Knowledge of municipal services
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Candidates may also be requested to provide proof of the NQF level applicable to qualifications they have obtained.
Core Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be expected to perform the following duties:
- Receive daily work instructions from the designated supervisor
- Conduct business visits to encourage applications for Business Licences and Trading Permits where applicable
- Maintain accurate daily records of businesses visited
- Record work performed during daily activities
- Capture and update business owner information
- Capture and update business contact details
- Report suspected non-compliant business activities
- Report operational challenges to the relevant supervisor
- Load and offload materials, tools and equipment
- Transport materials, tools and equipment safely
- Perform general labour-intensive duties
- Assist in municipal offices, workshops, yards and field sites
- Keep tools, equipment and materials in a safe and serviceable condition
- Follow Occupational Health and Safety requirements
- Follow safe working procedures
- Provide general assistance to support municipal service delivery
- Perform other reasonable duties assigned by an authorised supervisor
What You Should Know About the Role
The City of Ekurhuleni General Worker EPWP 2026 position involves both physical work and basic administrative responsibilities.
Applicants should therefore be prepared to work in different municipal environments, including offices, workshops, yards and field sites.
Some responsibilities may involve visiting businesses and collecting or updating information. Candidates should be able to follow instructions, maintain accurate records and report issues to their supervisor.
Knowledge of municipal services is also listed as one of the minimum requirements.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official City of Ekurhuleni online recruitment system.
Applicants should:
- Open the official City of Ekurhuleni vacancy page.
- Review the General Worker requirements.
- Complete the online application.
- Quote the correct ward number.
- Quote reference number XECOD007.
- Check all information before submitting.
- Submit the application before 7 October 2026.
No faxed or emailed applications will be accepted.
Important Application Information
Applicants must make sure that the correct reference number is included in the application.
The reference number for this vacancy is:
XECOD007
Candidates must also quote the relevant ward number when applying.
If applicants are not informed of the outcome of their application within six weeks after the closing date, they should regard their application as unsuccessful.
The City of Ekurhuleni subscribes to the principles of the Employment Equity Act and reserves the right to appoint, not appoint or make a lateral appointment.
Enquiries
For enquiries regarding this opportunity, contact:
Telephone: 0860 54 3000
Applicants should use the official online recruitment platform to submit applications.
How do I apply?
Applications must be completed through the City of Ekurhuleni online recruitment system.
Can I apply by email?
No. The vacancy states that faxed and emailed applications will not be accepted.
When is the closing date?
Applications close on 7 October 2026.
Closing Date
The closing date for the City of Ekurhuleni General Worker EPWP 2026 opportunity is:
7 October 2026
Interested candidates who meet the requirements should submit their applications through the official City of Ekurhuleni recruitment portal before the deadline.
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