General Worker: Libraries – Midvaal Local Municipality (Randvaal)
Job Title: General Worker: Libraries
Reference Number: MN4013/25
Date Posted: 6 January 2026
Closing Date: 26 January 2026
Location: Meyerton / Randvaal, Gauteng
Employer: Midvaal Local Municipality
Employment Type: Permanent (Local Government)
Salary Scale: R158 844.00 – R174 012.00 per annum (Level 13 of Grade 04)
Total Cost to Employer: R293 981.92 per annum (inclusive of benefits)
About Midvaal Local Municipality
Midvaal Local Municipality is a public sector institution committed to delivering efficient, sustainable, and people-centred services to its communities. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, the municipality strives to maintain a workforce that reflects representativeness in terms of race, gender, and disability, in line with Employment Equity targets.
Midvaal Local Municipality values professionalism, accountability, and service excellence while ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, including the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).
Position Overview
Midvaal Local Municipality invites suitably qualified and motivated Midvaal residents to apply for the position of General Worker: Libraries, based in Randvaal. This role is essential in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for municipal employees and members of the public who access library and municipal facilities.
The successful candidate will perform cleaning, hospitality, and general support duties, contributing to the smooth daily operation of library services. This position requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to follow instructions effectively.
Key Responsibilities
The successful applicant will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following duties:
- Cleaning offices, bathrooms, kitchens, stockrooms, and public areas to ensure a hygienic and healthy working environment
- Maintaining cleanliness in library facilities used by employees and the public
- Serving tea and coffee to visitors, staff, and guests when required
- Preparing venues for meetings, including cleaning, arranging furniture, and setting out water decanters, glasses, and refreshments
- Assisting with basic general office administration duties once scheduled cleaning tasks are completed
- Performing ad hoc duties and other reasonable tasks as requested by supervisors or management
- Ensuring compliance with workplace health and safety standards at all times
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria to be considered:
- Grade 10 qualification (minimum requirement)
- Grade 12 (Matric) will be an added advantage
- A valid driver’s licence will be an added advantage
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Must be bilingual
- Ability to follow instructions accurately and work independently
- Good physical health and capability to perform physical labour
- Self-discipline, reliability, and a strong work ethic
- At least one (1) year of relevant experience as a general worker or cleaner, preferably within a Local Government Authority
Preference will be given to applicants who are residents of Midvaal.
Employment Equity
Midvaal Local Municipality is committed to employment equity and workplace diversity.
- Persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply
- Preference will be given to candidates whose appointment will promote representativeness in line with Employment Equity targets
Application Process
Applicants must apply online via the official
Please ensure that your application includes a clear, complete, and legible CV. Applications that are incomplete, unclear, illegible, or submitted without a CV will be automatically disqualified.
All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to background screening, which may include:
- Verification of qualifications
- Criminal record checks
- Security vetting
Applicants with foreign qualifications must submit a SAQA equivalence letter.
Additional Information
- The municipality reimburses travel costs for interviews or assessments only for candidates travelling more than 400 km, and only for positions on levels 1 to 4
- Due to the anticipated high volume of applications, applications will not be acknowledged
- If no response is received within three (3) months of the closing date, applicants should consider their application unsuccessful
- Personal information will be handled in accordance with POPIA (Act No. 4 of 2013)
Note: Midvaal Local Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment to this position.