If you are currently unemployed and looking for a practical opportunity to earn income while contributing to your community, the Greening and Cleaning Programme (X56 posts) offered by Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality is an important opportunity worth serious attention.
This programme is designed to support local environmental maintenance, improve community spaces, and create short-term employment for residents with basic education levels. With a daily wage of R130 per day and entry requirements starting from Standard 6 or Grade 8, this opportunity is especially suitable for job seekers who are still building their employment pathway.
Quick Overview
Programme: Greening & Cleaning Programme
Number of Posts: 56
Employer: Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality
Location: Jane Furse area
Wage: R130 per day
Minimum Qualification: Standard 6 or Grade 8
Additional Requirement: Medical fitness certificate
Key Duties:
- Clearing illegal dumping sites
- Street cleaning
- Loading waste trucks
- Tree planting initiatives
- General environmental maintenance
Closing Date: 29 April 2026
About the Greening and Cleaning Programme
Municipal Greening and Cleaning Programmes are community-based employment initiatives designed to improve local environmental conditions while creating temporary income opportunities for unemployed residents.
These programmes are commonly aligned with:
- municipal infrastructure support
- Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP)-type employment models
- waste management improvement strategies
- climate-resilient urban maintenance initiatives
Participants assist municipalities with visible community services such as removing illegal dumping sites, maintaining streets, supporting waste collection teams, and planting trees.
Importantly, these programmes serve two purposes:
- Improving service delivery in communities
- Providing income and work exposure to unemployed residents
For many applicants across South Africa, programmes like this become the first step toward permanent employment in municipal services, environmental work, or infrastructure maintenance teams.
Who Should Apply for These Posts?
This opportunity is particularly suitable for:
- unemployed youth
- job seekers without matric
- residents living within municipal service areas
- individuals physically capable of outdoor work
- applicants interested in environmental services careers
Because the minimum entry requirement starts at Standard 6 or Grade 8, this programme opens doors for many applicants who are often excluded from formal internship and learnership opportunities.
If you are serious about starting a career in municipal services, waste management, environmental work, or infrastructure support roles, this programme provides valuable entry-level exposure.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Education
You must have: Standard 6 or Grade 8
Higher qualifications may strengthen your application but are not required.
- Medical Fitness Certificate
Applicants must provide proof that they are physically fit for manual outdoor work.
- Basic Literacy Skills
You must be able to:
- read instructions
- write basic information
- communicate effectively with supervisors
These skills are important because participants work in teams and follow operational instructions daily.
Responsibilities of Selected Participants
Successful applicants will assist municipal teams with environmental maintenance tasks across the community.
Duties include:
Clearing Illegal Dumping Sites
Participants help remove waste from informal dumping areas that negatively affect public health and safety.
This improves:
- sanitation
- community appearance
- environmental protection
Street Cleaning
Participants support municipal cleaning teams by:
- removing litter
- maintaining roadside cleanliness
- improving pedestrian safety areas
Loading Waste into Municipal Trucks
This involves assisting refuse collection operations under supervision.
Tasks include:
- lifting waste bags
- loading refuse bins
- supporting waste collection teams
Tree Planting Initiatives
Participants help support environmental greening strategies by:
- planting trees
- maintaining planted areas
- assisting municipal beautification projects
Tree planting helps:
- reduce environmental degradation
- improve air quality
- support climate-resilience strategies
Performing Additional Duties When Required
Participants may assist with:
- seasonal maintenance activities
- emergency clean-up operations
- community environmental campaigns
These tasks help build real workplace experience.
How Much Will Participants Earn?
Participants will receive: R130 per day
Although this is not a permanent employment salary, it provides short-term income support while helping participants gain work exposure.
For many households, programmes like this provide essential support while job seekers continue applying for longer-term employment opportunities.
Documents You Should Prepare Before Applying
Prepare the following:
- certified copy of your ID
- certified copy of your highest school qualification
- medical fitness certificate
- updated CV (even if short)
- proof of residential address (if available)
Submitting a complete application improves your chances significantly.
How to Submit Your Application Correctly
Applications must be submitted to:
The Municipal Manager
Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality
Private Bag X434
Jane Furse
1085
Or hand delivered to:
Stand No. 1
Groblersdal Road
Jane Furse
1085
Always submit your application before: 29 April 2026
Late applications are usually not accepted.
Edupstairs Advice for Applicants
Municipal programmes like this are extremely important stepping stones.
Here is what we recommend:
- Apply early before the closing date.
- Prepare a neat application file with certified documents.
- Include any previous cleaning, gardening, or maintenance experience.
- Register for multiple municipal programmes at the same time.
- Keep copies of everything you submit.
Also consider applying for:
- municipal general worker vacancies
- environmental services internships
- EPWP placements
- public works community programmes
Success usually comes from applying consistently across multiple opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Do I need matric to apply?
No. Applicants with Standard 6 or Grade 8 can apply.
- Is this a permanent job?
No. This is a programme-based opportunity designed to provide temporary employment and work exposure.
- Who should submit the medical certificate?
All applicants must submit proof that they are medically fit for manual work.
- Can youth apply?
Yes. This programme is suitable for unemployed youth and adults.
- Will preference be given to local residents?
Yes. Municipal programmes normally prioritise applicants living within the service area.
- Can I apply if I previously worked on EPWP?
Yes. Previous participation does not disqualify you.
- What type of work will I do daily?
Typical duties include:
- cleaning streets
- clearing illegal dumping areas
- loading refuse trucks
- planting trees
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