The Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality (MMM) invites suitably qualified and energetic individuals to apply for 450 General Worker positions across various directorates and service units within the municipality.
Application Closing Date: 31 October 2025 at 15:00
Location: Bloemfontein, Botshabelo, Thaba Nchu, Wepener, Dewetsdorp, Soutpan, and Van Stadensrus – Free State, South Africa
About the Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality
Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality, known as the “Heart of the Free State”, is committed to providing inclusive public services, promoting employment equity, and ensuring fair access to job opportunities. These General Worker posts aim to strengthen service delivery across communities while creating employment for local residents.
This recruitment drive is open to both internal and external candidates, in alignment with the Employment Equity Act (No. 55 of 1998) and the municipality’s transformation targets.
Available Posts
Position: General Workers (Ref. No: E10/01)
Number of Posts: 450
Directorates:
- Community Services
- Technical Services
- Economic & Rural Development
- Corporate Services
Service Areas:
- Van Stadensrus (10)
- Soutpan (10)
- Wepener (20)
- Dewetsdorp (20)
- Thaba Nchu (80)
- Botshabelo (110)
- Bloemfontein (200)
Functional Units and Tasks
Parks & Cemeteries
- Grave Digging – 35
- Horticultural Maintenance – 40
- Landscaping – 10
Solid Waste Management
- Door-to-Door Refuse Collection – 14
- Illegal Dumping – 20
- Public Cleansing – 15
- Trade Waste – 8
- Domestic Waste – 7
- Special Removal – 3
- Disposal Site – 9
Technical & Infrastructure Services
- Roads and Stormwater – 109
- Water Demand – 57
- Sanitation (Sewer Purification & Vacuum Services) – 100
Other Units
- Fresh Produce Market – 5
- Facilities – 18
Salary
Salary Level: 16/15
Annual Salary Range: R210,300 – R219,672 per annum (depending on level and experience)
Minimum Requirements
- Education: Basic Literacy (Grade 8)
- Languages: Proficiency in at least two official languages of the Mangaung Metro Municipality
- Experience: No prior experience required, but prior exposure to general labour duties will be advantageous
- Additional:
- Must be willing to work outside normal working hours during emergencies or planned overtime
- Must have the physical ability to perform general labour duties
- Must demonstrate commitment to service delivery and community upliftment
Core Duties and Responsibilities
Successful candidates will:
- Perform general labour and cleaning duties in line with municipal service delivery goals
- Support refuse collection, horticultural maintenance, grave digging, and sanitation operations
- Ensure cleanliness, environmental upkeep, and public health within allocated areas
- Follow safety, health, and environmental standards set by the municipality
- Report work progress and challenges to supervisors
How to Apply for Mangaung Metro Municipality General Worker Vacancies 2025
Step 1: Obtain the Application Form
Applicants must complete the official Mangaung Metro Municipality Application for Employment Form, available for download on the municipal website:
👉 www.mangaung.co.za
Step 2: Prepare and Attach the Following Documents
- Fully completed Application Form
- Abridged CV
- Certified copies of:
- ID document
- Certificates or qualifications (foreign qualifications must include SAQA evaluation proof)
Step 3: Submit Applications by Hand or Post
Deliver your application during office hours to one of the following municipal offices:
Bloemfontein (Main Office):
Bram Fischer Building, Ground Floor, De Villiers Street
Or post to:
P.O. Box 3704, Bloemfontein, 9300
Regional Offices:
- Thaba Nchu Regional Office
- Ikgomotseng Municipal Office
- Dewetsdorp Municipal Office
- Wepener Municipal Office
- Thapelang Municipal Office
- Botshabelo Regional Office
Important Notes
- Only one application should be submitted per applicant (not one per area).
- Multiple applications for different regions will not be accepted.
- Canvassing for appointment will disqualify the applicant.
- If no feedback is received within 90 days after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
- The municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment or to fill posts in a phased manner.
- All applications must comply with the Municipal Staff Regulations and POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act).
📞 Enquiries: Employment Office – Tel: 051 405 8517 / 8410
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