Midvaal Municipality General Worker Vacancy 2026 Now Open
Young job seekers who are looking for a stable municipal opportunity now have a chance to apply for a General Worker position in the Development and Planning department at Midvaal Local Municipality.
This position is based in Meyerton and offers a permanent opportunity for candidates who have experience in cleaning duties within a municipal or office environment.
If you are physically fit, hardworking, and able to maintain a clean professional environment, this vacancy could be a suitable opportunity.
Applications must be submitted before the closing date.
Position Overview
Position: General Worker – Development & Planning
Reference Number: MN4075/25
Location: Meyerton
Employer: Midvaal Local Municipality
Industry: Local Government
Employment Type: Permanent
The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining a hygienic and organised working environment within municipal offices.
The role focuses primarily on cleaning duties and support tasks to ensure employees and visitors have a clean and safe environment.
Salary Package
The municipality offers a competitive municipal salary package.
Annual Salary:
R158 844 – R174 012
Total Package Including Benefits:
R293 981.92 per year
The role falls under Level 13 of a Grade 04 Local Authority salary structure.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Grade 10 qualification
- Good physical health
- Ability to understand and communicate in English
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
- Self-disciplined and hardworking personality
- At least one year of cleaning experience within a Local Government Authority environment
Candidates must also have practical knowledge of:
- Cleaning chemicals
- Safe storage of cleaning materials
- Waste disposal procedures
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness across several office spaces within the department.
Daily duties include:
- Cleaning offices, bathrooms, kitchens, and stockrooms
- Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors
- Emptying bins and replacing bin liners
- Disposing of general office waste
- Maintaining hygiene standards across municipal facilities
Additional responsibilities include:
- Preparing boardrooms and meeting venues
- Setting out water decanters, glasses, and refreshments
- Serving tea and coffee to staff and visitors
- Assisting with basic office administrative tasks when cleaning duties are completed
- Performing additional duties assigned by supervisors when required
Important Applicant Requirements
Applicants should carefully review the following conditions before applying.
The role is not administrative in nature and focuses primarily on cleaning responsibilities.
Preference will be given to:
- Residents of Midvaal Municipality
- Female applicants due to operational requirements
Applicants will be disqualified if they:
- Live outside the Midvaal municipal jurisdiction
- Provide incorrect or misleading information
- Submit incomplete or unclear CVs
- Upload CVs in unsupported formats
- Fail to clearly show relevant work experience in their CV
Neighbouring municipalities that are not eligible include:
- Lesedi Local Municipality
- Emfuleni Local Municipality
- Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality
- City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality
- City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality
- Mogale City Local Municipality
- West Rand District Municipality
- Sedibeng District Municipality
Applicants from other provinces will also not be considered.
Recruitment Process
Shortlisted candidates will undergo several verification checks before appointment.
These include:
- Qualification verification
- Criminal record checks
- Security vetting
Applicants who hold foreign qualifications must provide SAQA equivalence verification.
The municipality follows strict compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, ensuring that personal data is protected throughout the recruitment process.
Due to the high number of applications expected, applicants may not receive confirmation after submission.
If no response is received within three months after the closing date, the application should be considered unsuccessful.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official municipal recruitment portal of Midvaal Local Municipality.
For enquiries, applicants can contact the Human Resources department:
016 360 7435
016 360 7557
016 360 7569
016 360 7432
Application Deadline
The closing date for applications is 11 March 2026 at 12:00.
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
Final Thoughts
Municipal positions remain one of the most stable employment opportunities available in South Africa. The General Worker role at Midvaal Local Municipality offers candidates the chance to work in a structured government environment while contributing to the daily operations of a key municipal department.
For candidates with cleaning experience and a strong work ethic, this opportunity could provide a reliable career path within local government.
