City of Johannesburg (Pikitup) Invites Applications for General Workers (X400)
Pikitup general workers performing street cleaning and refuse collection duties in the City of JohannesburgCity of Johannesburg (Pikitup) invites applications for 400 General Worker positions across various depots, with a closing date of 16 February 2026.
City of Johannesburg (Pikitup) invites interested and suitably qualified candidates to apply for the re-advertised position of General Workers (x400) within the Operations Department. The successful candidates will be responsible for carrying out cleaning and refuse-related duties, including street cleaning, sweeping, stacking, litter picking, bin cleaning, and refuse bin deliveries across various depots within the City of Johannesburg. The role requires adherence to safety standards, proper use of tools and equipment, and effective interaction with members of the public to ensure clean and safe environments.
The position requires a minimum of Grade 10, at least 12 months’ cleaning or general work experience, physical and mental fitness, and residence within the City of Johannesburg. Applicants must be South African citizens with no criminal record and must submit a CV together with certified copies of an identity document, qualifications, and proof of address by the closing date. Only online applications submitted through the prescribed link will be considered, and late applications will not be accepted.
RE-ADVERTISEMENT: GENERAL WORKERS (X400)
Vacancy / Reference No: 001/2026
Closing Date for Applications: 16 February 2026
Department: Operations
Position: General Workers
Location: Various Depots
Level: Task Level 1 / A1
Basic Salary: R10 616.38 per month (excluding benefits)
Reporting To: Team Leader
Purpose of the Position
To carry out cleaning and/or refuse bin delivery–related tasks. These duties may include, but are not limited to, street cleaning, stacking, sweeping, lane flushing, carcass removal, and refuse bin deliveries.
Key Responsibilities
Perform street cleaning and sweeping duties.
Clean all refuse bins.
Wear protective clothing at all times while on duty.
Collect all required materials and equipment needed to perform daily tasks.
Clear all spillages resulting from refuse bag breakages.
Clean designated streets and areas using brooms, shovels, and litter-picking tools in developed and tourist areas.
Collect refuse by hand in informal settlements and townships and place filled refuse bags on pavements for collection by street truck teams.
Place filled refuse bags on kerbside or designated refuse areas for collection.
Observe all safety precautionary measures when collecting refuse bags from pavements and roadside areas.
Report all safety incidents, equipment issues, and injuries to the Team Leader and Operations Supervisor.
Litter-pick one side of the street at a time using appropriate tools; do not criss-cross streets.
Remove all man-made litter effectively.
Liaise with members of the public, service users, and officials from other departments to ensure prompt resolution of complaints and queries.
Report all service delivery breakdowns to the Team Leader for escalation to the Operations Supervisor.
Familiarise yourself with the designated working area.
Distribute refuse bags to consumers according to service requirements.
Collect refuse bags and place them in designated stacking areas.
Proceed to stacking points and offload bags, ensuring bags face the road and are stacked in the prescribed manner.
Stack all refuse bags and remove empty boxes.
Collect new or replacement refuse bins from central stores and load them onto the bin delivery truck.
Inspect refuse bins for damage before leaving central stores.
Record all refuse bin serial numbers in the bin delivery register.
Ensure completion of all assigned daily tasks.
Perform any other duties delegated by the Supervisor.
Offload new or replacement refuse bins at delivery points.
Collect damaged refuse bins in exchange and load them onto the delivery truck.
Ensure customers sign for deliveries and receive a copy of the delivery receipt.
Repeat the delivery process until all scheduled bins have been delivered.
Observe all safety and operational procedures at all times.
Minimum Requirements
Grade 10 qualification
Minimum of 12 months’ cleaning or general work experience
No criminal record
Must be physically and mentally fit
Must be a South African citizen
Must reside within the City of Johannesburg (proof of residence or letter confirming residential address required)
Required Competencies
Knowledge:
Knowledge of relevant tools, equipment, and cleaning procedures
Understanding of relevant legislation
Knowledge of company policies and procedures
Skills and Abilities:
Ability to follow instructions
Ability to prioritise and execute tasks as assigned
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Particulars of the Advert
How to Apply
Applicants who meet the above requirements must submit a CV together with certified copies of their identity document, qualifications, and proof of address on or before 16 February 2026. Late applications will not be considered.
Interested and suitably qualified candidates must submit a detailed curriculum vitae together with certified copies of an identity document, relevant qualifications, and proof of residence on or before the closing date. Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements or are submitted after the closing date will not be considered, and correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates. NB: Only online applications submitted via the link below will be considered:
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Enquiries
Email: generalworkerenquiries2@pikitup.co.za
Please quote the above position name on all correspondence relating to this advert.
Pikitup reserves the right not to fill any of the advertised vacancies.
Correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted applicants. If no response is received within six (6) weeks after the closing date, please consider the application unsuccessful.
By applying, applicants consent to the use of their personal information for recruitment and selection purposes.
Candidates who applied previously are required to apply again.
PIKITUP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Pikitup is committed to employment equity principles and redressing the imbalances of the past. Applications are welcomed from all designated groups (African, Coloured and Indian males, all females, and persons with disabilities).