Chobe District Council: Refuse Collector – A3
Job Title: Refuse Collector – A3
Location: Chobe District, Botswana
Employer: Chobe District Council
Vacancy Circular No.: 24 of 2025
Closing Date: 26 May 2025
Overview:
Chobe District Council is inviting applications from Chobe District residents only for the post of Refuse Collector (A3). This position plays a key role in maintaining public hygiene and cleanliness across the district through waste collection and proper disposal methods.
Salary & Benefits:
–Salary Scale: A3 (P34,740.00 – P39,456.00) per annum
–Leave: 20 working days per annum
–Pension: Government contributes 15%, employee 5%
–Medical Aid (Optional): Government contributes 80%, employee 20%
Qualifications & Experience:
- Minimum Qualification: PSLE (Primary School Leaving Examination)
- Experience: Not required (Direct entry accepted)
Main Purpose of the Job:
To collect and dispose of refuse within the Chobe District Council area in line with public health and sanitation guidelines.
Key Responsibilities:
-Collect refuse from residential areas, communal refuse pits, street bins, and bus stops
-Remove and dispose of dead animals
-Maintain refuse disposal sites (burning, burial, clearing, cutting of trees, etc.)
-Assist in destroying seized and condemned food (Health Inspector support)
-Wash refuse trucks regularly
-Dispose of refuse as per the Public Health Act
-Sort waste and guide vehicles to correct landfill zones
-Perform additional duties as assigned by management
Key Competencies Required:
-Ability to follow instructions and procedures
-Adherence to principles and values
-Teamwork and cooperation
-Commitment to customer service and delivery standards