Company and Location
The City of Tshwane is the local government authority responsible for providing municipal services such as infrastructure, property management, waste management, and public facilities in Pretoria and surrounding areas. The municipality manages many public buildings, workshops, and offices that support the daily operations of the city.
This General Worker position is based at the Bosman Street Workshop located in Pretoria Central. The workshop is used for municipal maintenance work where artisans and technicians repair equipment, vehicles, and infrastructure used by the city. The department responsible for this position is Group Property – Property Management Services, specifically within the Facilities Management and Office Accommodation Section. This department ensures that municipal buildings and facilities are maintained, clean, and safe for employees and operations.
Day-to-Day Activities of the Workplace
At the Bosman Street Workshop, daily activities focus on maintaining equipment, tools, and workspaces used by municipal workers. The workshop environment requires constant cleaning and organization to ensure safety and efficiency.
Typical daily activities include:
- Cleaning and maintaining the workshop floor and working areas
- Assisting artisans and technicians with cleaning tools and equipment
- Ensuring drains, pits, and workspaces are free from dirt and debris
- Maintaining a safe and organized workshop environment
- Reporting damaged or missing tools and equipment
- Following workplace safety regulations
These activities help ensure that the workshop remains safe, functional, and productive for municipal operations.
Job Position: General Worker
The General Worker position is an entry-level job within the City of Tshwane’s Property Management Services division. The role involves performing routine cleaning and maintenance tasks in the workshop environment and supporting artisans and supervisors with general duties.
The purpose of the job is to assist with maintaining cleanliness, safety, and organization in the workshop so that technical staff can perform their work effectively.
Job Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Basic literacy
- Ability to perform assigned duties effectively
- Physical fitness and good health
- Ability to lift, carry, and move heavy objects
- Relevant experience in cleaning services, especially in a workshop environment (advantage)
- Willingness to undergo a criminal record check
- Must allow fingerprints to be taken by the Tshwane Metro Police Department at own cost
Personal Attributes and Competencies
Successful candidates should have the following qualities:
- Positive attitude
- Good health and physical strength
- Good communication skills
- Dependability and trustworthiness
- Ability to follow instructions from supervisors
Position Responsibilities
The main responsibilities of the General Worker include:
- Sweeping and cleaning the workshop floor
- Cleaning drains and pits in the workshop
- Cleaning machines and work levels
- Cleaning and maintaining tools used by artisans
- Reporting lost or damaged tools
- Following the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993
- Carrying out instructions from supervisors
- Supporting general maintenance and cleaning tasks in the workshop
Salary Package
The position offers the following salary and benefits:
- Salary scale: R159,936 – R186,936 per year
- Estimated total remuneration package: R236,535 – R270,901 per year
- Job level: T1
The remuneration package may include:
- Basic salary
- Municipal benefits such as pension contributions
- Medical aid contributions (depending on municipal policies)
- Paid leave and other employee benefits
Information
- Reference number: GPDD054-2026
- The job is open to all employment equity categories, including persons with disabilities.
- The vacancy is advertised both internally and externally.
- Enquiries can be directed to the following contacts:
- F Mangwegape – 012 358 5350
- SJ Mashoene – 012 358 4851