Job Opportunity:

Location: Ekurhuleni, Gauteng, South Africa
Closing Date: 26 September 2025
Position Type: Permanent (On-site)
Paterson Grade: Not specified
Industry: Public Service / Water & Sanitation

Overview

The City of Ekurhuleni is recruiting a General Assistant to join the Blockages & Clean-up Teams in the Water & Sanitation Department. The role supports maintenance and repair of water and sewer networks, general handy work, safe plant/tool operation, and housekeeping of work sites to ensure reliable service delivery to residents.

Key Responsibilities

-Assist with maintenance, repair, and new works on water and sewer reticulation networks.

-Excavate using pick, shovel, and other hand tools; prepare pipe-beds; backfill and compact trenches.

-Enter sewer pump stations (when required) to remove rags/foreign objects and perform cleaning.

-Operate and care for mechanical equipment, tools, and small plant safely.

-Clean and restore work areas, ablution facilities, and offices after tasks are completed.

-Adhere to OHS standards, by-laws, policies, and procedures; use PPE correctly.

-Support compliance reporting and follow instructions from supervisors and artisans.

Requirements & Skills

• Grade 10 (minimum).
• Physically able to perform manual labour (digging, lifting, bending, entering confined spaces where applicable).
• At least 1 year’s experience in a similar environment (water/sanitation/municipal maintenance).
• Basic tool handling and safety awareness; willingness to work outdoors in varying conditions.
• Teamwork, reliability, and the ability to follow directions and safety protocols.

How To Apply:

Remuneration & Benefits

• Salary: R171,972 – R235,896 per annum (plus benefits) in line with municipal policy.

Employment Equity

The City of Ekurhuleni is an equal opportunity employer. Appointments will be made in line with applicable employment equity objectives. The City reserves the right not to make an appointment.