Free State Department of Community Safety is Hiring: 23 Cleaner & General Worker Vacancies Available – Closing Date: 15 August 2025
Looking for a stable government job? The Free State Department of Community Safety, Roads and Transport is giving unemployed South Africans a real chance to earn a steady income with 23 open positions for Cleaners and General Workers. These jobs are available at multiple centres across the Free State and offer a starting salary of over R138,000 per year.
If you have Grade 10 or an ABET qualification, you’re physically fit, and ready to work, this is your opportunity to join a government department and support essential services.
Application deadline: 15 August 2025 – make sure you apply before then.
Job Overview: What’s on Offer
There are two job roles available in this recruitment drive:
1. Cleaner (x16 Posts)
Salary: R138,436 per annum (Government Level 02)
Location Breakdown:
- Bloemfontein – 7 Posts | Ref No: FMTE 07/07/2025
- Welkom – 1 Post | Ref No: FMTE 08/07/2025
- Kroonstad – 1 Post | Ref No: FMTE 09/07/2025
- Bethlehem – 1 Post | Ref No: FMTE 10/07/2025
- Qwaqwa – 6 Posts | Ref No: FMTE 11/07/2025
2. General Worker (x7 Posts)
Salary: R138,486 per annum
Location:
- Bloemfontein – Ref No: FMTE 12/07/2025
Minimum Requirements to Apply
For Cleaner Positions:
- Grade 10 or equivalent (SAQA recognized)
- Basic reading, writing, and counting skills
- Know how to use cleaning tools and chemicals
- Physically healthy, punctual, and dependable
- Friendly attitude and able to work well with others
- Understand Batho Pele principles (serving people with respect)
For General Worker Positions:
- ABET Level 2 or similar qualification
- Able to read and write
- Some experience or understanding of gardening or maintenance
- Strong enough for physical tasks like lifting or digging
- Willing to work in a team and follow instructions
Note: You don’t need formal work experience – these positions are perfect for people looking for their first job or wanting to re-enter the job market.
What Will You Be Doing?
Cleaner Job Duties:
- Clean and sanitize offices, toilets, boardrooms, and kitchens
- Empty bins and keep water and tea stations stocked
- Wash walls, clean windows, and vacuum carpets
- Maintain cleanliness in hallways and shared spaces
- Handle cleaning equipment properly and safely
General Worker Job Duties:
- Assist in repair and maintenance of buildings or garden areas
- Move and carry furniture or materials when needed
- Use gardening tools and machinery like lawnmowers
- Clean outdoor spaces, remove trash, and help with deliveries
- Make sure the work environment is safe and tidy
How to Apply
There are three ways to apply, depending on what works best for you:
1. Hand Deliver Your Application:
Drop it off at:
Government Garage Building
Cnr Harvey & Rhodes Avenue
Oranjesig, Bloemfontein, 9300
2. Post Your Application To:
Acting Chief Director: Fleet Management
Cnr Harvey & Rhodes Avenue
Oranjesig, Bloemfontein, 9300
3. Send Your Application by Email:
Email it to: fleetrecruitment@freetrans.gov.za
Application Must Include:
- Your updated CV
- Certified copy of your ID
- Certified copies of qualifications (Grade 10, ABET, NQF)
- The correct Reference Number based on the position and location
Example Email Subject Line:FMTE 07/07/2025 // BLOEMFONTEIN // NDLOVU, SIPHO
Contact Details for Help
If you need help or have questions, contact:
Mr. L Leiee at 082 498 7917
Don’t Miss This Government Job Opportunity
This is a real chance to work for the government, earn a steady income, and be part of a team that supports the safety and transport services in the Free State. These jobs are open to people with basic education who are ready to work hard and grow.
Whether you live in Bloemfontein, Welkom, Qwaqwa, Kroonstad, or Bethlehem, there’s a position waiting for you. But remember — the deadline is 15 August 2025.
