Lephalale Municipality, one of the fastest-growing towns in Limpopo driven by coal mining and energy generation, is inviting qualified and motivated individuals to apply for several permanent positions across different departments. The municipality seeks to strengthen its workforce in social services, infrastructure, corporate support, and financial management. Applications close on 21 November 2025.
Vacancy Details
| Employer: | Lephalale Local Municipality |
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| Closing Date: | 21 November 2025 |
| Location: | Lephalale, Limpopo Province |
| Application Method: | Hand delivery or post (no emails or faxes accepted) |
| Enquiries: | Makholwa A.K – Tel: 014 762 1400 |
| Address for Applications: | Municipal Manager, Lephalale Municipality, P/Bag X136, Lephalale, 0555 or hand deliver to Records Office, Civic Centre, Cnr Joe Slovo and Douwater Streets, Onverwacht |
Available Positions
1. General Worker (x2) – L14A-14
Department: Social Services (Parks Division)
Salary: R159 804 – R165 912 per annum + benefits
Requirements:
- Mental fitness and ability to read and write.
Key Duties:
Operate mowing and gardening equipment; perform general maintenance and cleaning of gardens; collect litter; and report work-related issues to the supervisor.
2. Machine Operator – L14
Department: Social Services (Parks Division)
Salary: R163 824 – R165 912 per annum + benefits
Requirements:
- Mental fitness and ability to read and write.
Key Duties:
Operate mowing and gardening equipment, maintain gardens, and ensure safe handling of general garden refuse.
3. Operator (Grade 4 L12)
Department: Social Services (Parks Division)
Salary: R183 132 – R199 320 per annum + benefits
Requirements:
- Grade 10 or equivalent (NQF Level 2).
- Code 10 driver’s licence with PrDP.
- One (1) year relevant experience.
Key Duties:
Transport people, plants, and materials; perform basic vehicle maintenance; and assist in gardening and cleaning at parks, stadiums, and cemeteries.
4. Accountant: Expenditure – L4
Department: Budget & Treasury (Expenditure Division)
Salary: R516 036 – R542 316 per annum + benefits
Requirements:
- B Degree in Financial Management or equivalent.
- Three (3) years’ payroll experience.
- Certificate in Municipal Financial Management Programme (MFMP) – Advantage.
- Code B driver’s licence.
Key Duties:
Administer payroll, petty cash, and payments to suppliers; post and verify transactions; compile financial journals; and supervise staff.
5. Data Capturer Clerk – L7
Department: Budget & Treasury (Expenditure Division)
Salary: R338 580 – R392 832 per annum + benefits
Requirements:
- Grade 12 plus National Certificate in Financial Management.
- One (1) year experience in a financial environment.
Key Duties:
Capture financial transactions, reconcile petty cash, and process salary journals and garnishee orders.
6. Enquiries Clerk – L7
Department: Budget & Treasury (Revenue Division)
Salary: R338 580 – R392 832 per annum + benefits
Requirements:
- Grade 12 plus National Certificate in Financial Management.
- One (1) year experience in revenue management.
Key Duties:
Open and close municipal accounts, process consumer statements, manage customer queries, and maintain registers for accounts.
7. Skills Development Facilitator – L5
Department: Corporate Support (Human Resources Division)
Salary: R465 748 – R503 388 per annum + benefits
Travelling Allowance: 1100 km
Requirements:
- National Diploma in HRD / Management of Training / HRM or equivalent.
- Three (3) years’ HR/Skills Development experience.
- Code B driver’s licence.
Key Duties:
Identify training needs, compile Work Skills and Annual Training Reports, coordinate training programmes, and implement the Employment Equity Plan.
8. Admin Assistant – L6
Department: Corporate Support (Admin & Secretariat Division)
Salary: R402 636 – R444 768 per annum + benefits
Requirements:
- Grade 12 plus Computer Certificate.
- Two (2) years’ administrative experience.
Key Duties:
Process grave applications, maintain cemetery records, assist with municipal hall bookings, and handle documentation for funerals and tombstones.
9. Grader Operator – L10
Department: Infrastructure Services (Public Works Division)
Salary: R221 628 – R245 136 per annum + benefits
Requirements:
- Grade 10 with Grader Operator Certificate.
- Five (5) years’ municipal experience.
- Code 10 licence with PrDP.
Key Duties:
Operate graders for blading gravel roads, transport materials, and maintain school grounds and sports fields.
10. Mechanical Broom Sweeper / TLB Operator – L10
Department: Infrastructure Services (Public Works Division)
Salary: R221 628 – R245 136 per annum + benefits
Requirements:
- Grade 10 and TLB / Mechanical Broom Sweeper Certificate.
- One (1) year relevant experience.
- Code 10 licence with PrDP.
Key Duties:
Sweep roads in towns and villages; operate mechanical broom and TLB; and assist with material loading and clean-up.
11. Artisan Carpenter – L6
Department: Infrastructure Services (Public Works Division)
Salary: R402 636 – R444 768 per annum + benefits
Requirements:
- Grade 12 and Trade Test in Bricklaying/Carpentry.
- Five (5) years’ municipal building experience.
- Code C driver’s licence.
Key Duties:
Install ceilings and tiles, repair furniture, monitor office movements, oversee building repairs, and maintain municipal infrastructure.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit:
- Application letter stating the post applied for.
- Comprehensive CV with contactable references.
- Originally certified copies of:
- Qualifications and certificates
- South African ID document
Submit applications to:
Municipal Manager,
Lephalale Municipality,
P/Bag X136, Lephalale, 0555
Or hand-deliver to:
Records Office, Civic Centre, Cnr Joe Slovo & Douwater Streets, Onverwacht
Note: Faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted. Incomplete applications or those missing required documents will be automatically disqualified.
Important Information
- If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
- Lephalale Municipality is an equal opportunity employer committed to transformation and affirmative action.
- The municipality reserves the right to withdraw or not fill any advertised post.
- Pre-employment screening and reference checks will be conducted for shortlisted candidates.