General Worker – City of Tshwane
Date Posted: 28 January 2026
Reference Number: GPDD054-2026
Department: Group Property
Division: Property Management Services
Section: Facilities Management and Office Accommodation
Location: Bosman Street Workshop, Pretoria Central
Job Level: T1
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary Scale: R159,936 – R186,936 per annum
Estimated Total Remuneration Package: R236,535 – R270,901 per annum
The City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality invites applications for the position of General Worker within the Group Property Department. This role is based at the Bosman Street Workshop in Pretoria Central and is open to both internal and external applicants.
The City of Tshwane is committed to service delivery excellence and creating a clean, safe, and functional working environment across its facilities. This position offers an opportunity for hardworking individuals to contribute meaningfully to municipal operations through routine workshop support and maintenance services.
Job Purpose
The purpose of this position is to render general routine work at the Bosman Street Workshop. The successful candidate will support daily workshop operations by ensuring cleanliness, safety, and compliance with occupational health standards.
Key Responsibilities
The General Worker will be responsible for performing a range of routine and support duties, including but not limited to:
- Sweeping and cleaning workshop floors to maintain a safe and orderly working environment.
- Cleaning drains, pits, work levels, and machinery within the workshop area.
- Cleaning and maintaining tools allocated to artisans and workshop staff.
- Reporting any lost, damaged, or faulty tools to the supervisor promptly.
- Assisting with basic workshop housekeeping duties as required.
- Executing instructions received from supervisors accurately and efficiently.
- Ensuring compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 (Act 85 of 1993) at all times.
- Maintaining cleanliness and orderliness to support operational efficiency and safety.
Appointment Requirements
Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Ability to execute general manual duties effectively.
- Basic literacy skills.
- Relevant experience in providing cleaning services in a workshop or similar environment will be an added advantage.
- Physical fitness and good health, with the ability to lift, carry, and move heavy objects.
- Willingness to undergo a criminal record check, including fingerprinting by the Tshwane Metro Police Department at the applicant’s own cost.
Personal Attributes and Competencies
The ideal candidate should demonstrate the following qualities:
- Positive attitude and willingness to work
- Good physical health and stamina
- Basic communication skills
- Dependability and reliability
- Honesty and trustworthiness
- Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision
- Commitment to workplace safety and cleanliness
Employment Equity
This position is open to all categories, including:
- African female and male
- Coloured female and male
- Indian female and male
- White female and male
- Persons with disabilities
The City of Tshwane subscribes to the principles of employment equity and encourages applications from designated groups in line with its transformation objectives.
Additional Information
- SAP Number: S70073557
- Nature of Vacancy: Natural attrition
- The City reserves the right not to appoint.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- If you do not receive feedback within a reasonable period after the closing process, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Enquiries
For more information regarding this position, please contact:
- F. Mangwegape: (012) 358 5350
- S.J. Mashoene: (012) 358 4851
This General Worker position is ideal for individuals seeking stable employment within local government and who are committed to maintaining clean, safe, and functional municipal facilities. If you are physically fit, dependable, and willing to contribute to service delivery, this opportunity may be suitable for you.