Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma Municipality General Assistant Vacancy 2026

Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma Local Municipality is inviting applications for General Assistant x1 (Task Grade 03) in the Public Works and Basic Services Department.

The position offers R138,508.75 plus normal municipal benefits and requires a secondary level of education and at least one year of relevant experience.

Job Details

• Position: General Assistant x1
• Task Grade: 03
• Department: Public Works and Basic Services
• Salary: R138,508.75 plus normal municipal benefits
• Location: Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma Local Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal
• Closing Date: 7 September 2026 at 16:00

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Job Description

The General Assistant will support the municipality's Public Works and Basic Services Department with various site, maintenance, roadwork and general operational activities.

The successful applicant will work under the guidance of the immediate supervisor and assist with preparing work sites, handling materials and equipment, maintaining sewer mechanisms and carrying out basic road and public works activities.

What You Will Do

The successful candidate will:

• Prepare work sites and receive instructions from the immediate supervisor.
• Load and off-load equipment, tools and materials.
• Fasten slings and ropes and assist with guiding or holding materials during loading and off-loading.
• Maintain and clean sewer mechanisms, including sewer lines, septic tanks and manholes.
• Operate the required plant and equipment.
• Prepare required quantities of materials such as concrete and mortar.
• Excavate and backfill trenches and ancillary roadworks.
• Lay and compact materials such as crusher run and asphalt.
• Clean and cut grass and verges using a brush-cutter.
• Assist with placing pre-cast concrete products such as kerbs and pavers.
• Assist with marking and mounting signage on supporting structures.

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What You Need to Succeed

Applicants must have:

• Secondary level of education
• Minimum of 1 year relevant experience
• Ability to read and write
• Ability to work under pressure

How to Apply

Applications should be forwarded to:

Mr. N.C. Vezi, Municipal Manager
Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma Local Municipality
P.O. Box 62
Creighton
3263

Applications can also be hand-delivered to the Municipality Building, Main Street, Creighton, 3263, or Arbuckle Street, Himeville, 3256.

Hand-delivered applications should be submitted during office hours, 08:00 to 16:30.

Closing Date

7 September 2026 at 16:00

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date.

Important Information

The municipality states that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not been contacted within three months of the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.

The municipality is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity, equality and representation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What position is available?

The municipality is recruiting for General Assistant x1 (Task Grade 03).

Where is the job located?

The vacancy is with Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma Local Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal.

What is the salary?

The advertised remuneration is R138,508.75 plus normal municipal benefits.

What are the minimum requirements?

Applicants need a secondary level of education, at least one year of relevant experience, the ability to read and write, and the ability to work under pressure.

When is the closing date?

Applications close on 7 September 2026 at 16:00.

How do I apply?

Applicants must forward their applications to the Municipal Manager, Mr. N.C. Vezi, at the postal or hand-delivery addresses provided above.

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