Closing Date: 26 September 2025 at 15:00
Location: Bloemfontein, Thaba Nchu, Botshabelo, Dewetsdorp, Soutpan, Wepener, Van Stadensrus
Salary: R210,300 – R219,672 per annum (Salary Level 16/15)
Employment Type: Permanent
Introduction
The Mangaung Metro Municipality has officially opened 450 permanent General Worker vacancies across various directorates. This is a major opportunity for job seekers with at least Grade 8 to secure stable municipal employment in Bloemfontein and surrounding areas.
These positions are aimed at strengthening essential community services such as parks and cemeteries, waste management, roads, stormwater, water demand, sanitation, and municipal facilities.
If you are committed, hardworking, and ready to contribute to service delivery, this is your chance to be part of one of South Africa’s key metropolitan municipalities.
About Mangaung Metro Municipality
Mangaung Metro Municipality serves Bloemfontein, Botshabelo, Thaba Nchu, and several surrounding towns. It is committed to improving public services, infrastructure development, and sustainable job creation.
The recruitment of 450 General Workers reflects the municipality’s drive to promote employment, clean environments, and community development across the region.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify, applicants must meet the following:
- Minimum qualification: Grade 8 (basic literacy)
- Ability to communicate in at least two official languages used within the municipality
- Previous general work experience is an advantage, but not required
- Willingness to work outside normal hours, during emergencies, and overtime when needed
Key Responsibilities
General Workers will support various directorates in providing essential municipal services. Duties include:
- Performing general labour functions in assigned directorates
- Assisting with parks maintenance, landscaping, and grave digging
- Supporting waste management services such as refuse collection, disposal site operations, and public cleansing
- Helping with roads and stormwater maintenance projects
- Contributing to water demand and sanitation services including sewer purification and vacuum services
- Assisting in operations at the Fresh Produce Market and municipal facilities
- Participating in emergency responses and overtime activities
- Ensuring work complies with municipal safety and service standards
Available Positions by Directorate
- Parks & Cemeteries – 85 Posts
- Grave Digging: 35
- Horticulture Maintenance: 40
- Landscaping: 10
- Waste Management – 73 Posts
- Door-to-Door Collection: 14
- Illegal Dumping: 20
- Public Cleansing: 15
- Trade Waste: 8
- Domestic Waste: 7
- Special Removal: 3
- Disposal Site: 9
- Roads & Stormwater – 109 Posts
- General Workers: 109
- Water – 57 Posts
- Water Demand: 57
- Sanitation – 123 Posts
- Sewer Purification & Vacuum Services: 100
- Fresh Produce Market – 13 Posts
- Facilities – 10 Posts
Skills and Attributes
Ideal candidates should demonstrate:
- Ability to perform manual and physical tasks
- Commitment to service delivery and teamwork
- Reliability under pressure and during emergencies
- Basic communication skills in at least two official languages
Salary and Contract Details
- Type: Permanent
- Salary Level: 16/15
- Annual Salary: R210,300 – R219,672
- Employment: Shift-based municipal employment
How to Apply
Applicants must complete the official Application Form for Employment available from Mangaung Metro Municipality’s platforms. Applications must include:
- Certified copies of the highest educational qualification
- Certified copy of ID document and any relevant certificates
- Fully completed application form
Submit applications by post to:
GM: Human Resource Management
PO Box 3704
Bloemfontein, 9300
Or hand-deliver during office hours to:
- Bram Fischer Building (Ground Floor)
- Thaba Nchu Regional Office
- Ikgomotseng Municipal Office
- Dewetsdorp Municipal Office
- Wepener Municipal Office
- Thapelang Municipal Office (Van Stadensrus)
- Botshabelo Regional Office
📌 Note: Email applications will not be accepted.
For inquiries: 051 405 8517 / 8410
Important Notes
- Closing Date: 26 September 2025 at 15:00
- Only complete applications with certified copies will be considered
- Applicants will undergo security, criminal, and qualification checks
- Internal applicants must include their employee number on CVs
- Mangaung Metro Municipality is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to its Employment Equity Plan
Conclusion
The Mangaung Metro Municipality General Worker Vacancies 2025 provide a unique opportunity for individuals with basic education to secure permanent employment and contribute to vital community services. With 450 positions available, motivated applicants are encouraged to apply before the deadline.
📌 Closing Date: 26 September 2025 at 15:00