The Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality is a Category A municipality located in the central Free State province of South Africa. It was upgraded to a metropolitan municipality in May 2011, incorporating the former Motheo District Municipality. The capital of the Free State province and South Africa’s judicial capital, also known as the “City of Roses”.

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.

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).