Bergrivier Municipality is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates for the General Assistant: Parks vacancy within the Community Services Directorate. The municipality serves communities across Piketberg, Porterville, Velddrif, Aurora, Eendekuil and Redelinghuys.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Bergrivier Municipality |
| Position | General Assistant: Parks (PB) |
| Directorate | Community Services |
| Reference Number | GD102/431/PB |
| Location | Bergrivier Municipal Area, Western Cape |
| Closing Date | 29 May 2026 |
| Salary | R132 276.00 per annum |
General Assistant: Parks (PB)
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Basic literacy
- 0–1 year relevant experience
- Proficiency in at least two of the official languages of the Western Cape including Afrikaans, English and isiXhosa
- High level of responsibility
- Physical fitness and ability to work under different weather conditions
Candidates must also be willing to:
- Work outside normal working hours during emergencies
- Observe workplace safety procedures
- Work throughout the municipality when required
Job Purpose
The successful candidate will perform labouring tasks related to maintaining parks and gardens. Duties include using hand-held tools to cut, trim and shape grass, flower beds and shrubs while also performing general labour activities according to instructions.
Key Performance Areas
Responsibilities include:
- Maintaining parks and gardens
- Cleaning drainage systems
- Cleaning vehicles and maintaining tools
- Assisting with weed eradication activities
- Ensuring health and safety compliance
- Participating in the Municipality’s Performance Management and Development System
Competencies
The ideal candidate should demonstrate:
- Managing Work
- Workplace Safety
- Task Accountability
- Troubleshooting
- Quality Orientation
- Oral Communication
- Service Delivery Orientation
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Team Orientation
- Resilience
- Accountability and Ethical Conduct
Salary and Benefits
Salary:
R132 276.00 per annum (T03 of a Category 3 Local Authority)
A service bonus and normal municipal benefits may apply, including a housing allowance for qualifying homeowners.
How to Apply
Applications must include:
- Cover letter
- Completed prescribed application form
- Curriculum Vitae (maximum 3 pages)
- Certified copies of qualifications
- Certified copy of ID document
- Certified copy of driver’s licence if applicable
- At least two contactable references
Application forms are available from municipal offices or on the Bergrivier Municipality official website.
Applications can be:
- Hand delivered to municipal offices in Aurora, Eendekuil, Redelinghuys, Piketberg, Porterville or Velddrif
- Posted to: PO Box 60, Piketberg, 7320
- Couriered to: 13 Church Street, Piketberg, 7320
No faxed or electronic applications will be accepted.
Enquiries
Mr T April
Telephone: 022 913 6000
Closing Date
Friday, 29 May 2026 at 15:00
Only applications from within the Bergrivier Municipal Area (WC013) will be considered.