Makhado Local Municipality EPWP Jobs 2026 (Cleaning & Greening Project x60)

The Makhado Local Municipality invites unemployed residents to apply for 60 temporary job opportunities under the Cleaning and Greening Project (EPWP 2026).

This opportunity is part of the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP), aimed at providing short-term employment, skills development, and income support.

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Programme Overview

• Programme: EPWP Cleaning & Greening Project 2026
• Employer: Makhado Local Municipality
• Department: Community Services – Waste Management
• Position: General Workers (Cleaning & Greening)
• Number of Posts: 60
• Job Type: Temporary Contract
• Stipend: As per EPWP Ministerial Determination
• Location: Makhado Local Municipality (Louis Trichardt, Limpopo)
• Closing Date: 08 May 2026

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Minimum Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be unemployed
• Be between 18 – 35 years old
• Have Matric (Grade 12) / NQF Level 4
• Be a resident of Makhado Local Municipality (proof required)
• Have no experience (training will be provided)
• Have a certified South African ID
• Submit a short CV

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Duties and Responsibilities

🧹 Cleaning & Waste Management

• Litter picking and street sweeping
• Cleaning public spaces (parks, taxi ranks, CBDs, villages)
• Waste collection support
• Participate in municipal clean-up campaigns
• Assist with recycling separation

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Greening & Gardening

• Tree planting and greening projects
• Gardening and maintenance of public spaces
• Watering, weeding, and landscaping
• Environmental rehabilitation support

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Targeted Beneficiaries

Preference will be given to:

• Women (60%)
• Youth (55%)
• Persons with disabilities (2%)
• Child-headed and indigent households (proof required)

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Required Documents

Applicants must submit:

• Updated CV
• Certified copy of South African ID
• Certified copy of Matric certificate
• Proof of residence
• Any relevant supporting documents

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How to Apply

Applications must be hand delivered.

Submit your application to:

Makhado Local Municipality Civic Centre
Registry (1st Floor)

Deadline: 08 May 2026 at 16:00

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Enquiries

• Mr Dagada N (HR Manager)
  015 519 3225
• Mr Manebaneba T
  015 519 3124

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Important Notes

• No email or fax applications will be accepted
• Late applications will not be considered
• If you do not hear back within 45 days, consider your application unsuccessful
• This is a temporary EPWP job (not permanent employment)

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Benefits

• Earn a monthly stipend
• Gain valuable work experience
• Improve your employability
• Get exposure to municipal operations

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Why You Should Apply

The Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) helps unemployed youth gain practical experience while earning an income.

This is a great opportunity if you are looking for entry-level work with no experience required.

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