Pikitup is inviting applications for 150 General Worker positions across various depots in the City of Johannesburg. The vacancies are aimed at candidates with Grade 10 and at least 12 months of proven waste management experience.
Successful applicants will assist with cleaning streets and public spaces, collecting refuse, emptying bins, loading waste onto trucks and delivering replacement refuse bins.
The positions fall under Pikitup’s Operations Department and offer an opportunity for eligible job seekers to work in municipal waste management services.
Pikitup General Worker Vacancies 2026: Job Details
| Job detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Pikitup |
| Position | General Workers |
| Reference number | 010/2026 |
| Number of vacancies | 150 |
| Department | Operations |
| Location | Various depots, Johannesburg |
| Task level | 1/A1 |
| Basic salary | R11,376.95 |
| Reporting to | Team Leader |
| Minimum qualification | Grade 10 |
| Required experience | 12 months |
| Closing date | 10 November 2026 |
| Application method | Online |
150 positions available
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Grade 10 qualification.
- At least 12 months of proven experience in waste management as a general worker.
- No criminal record.
- Must be physically and mentally fit.
- Must be a South African citizen.
- Must be able to follow instructions and complete assigned duties.
Preference will be given to applicants living within the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality.
Applicants must provide proof of residence, such as a letter showing their residential address.
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidates will perform cleaning, refuse collection and bin delivery-related duties across different areas.
Responsibilities may include the following:
1. Street and Area Cleaning
- Sweep streets and clean public spaces.
- Pick up litter in developed areas and informal settlements.
- Clean open spaces and designated areas.
- Carry out lane flushing where required.
- Collect and remove waste from public areas.
2. Refuse Collection and Waste Handling
- Place filled refuse bags at designated collection points.
- Collect waste from pavements, streets and drop-off sites.
- Empty refuse bins.
- Load refuse bags onto waste trucks and bakkies.
- Clear spills after emptying bins or when refuse bags break.
- Assist with carcass removal where assigned.
3. Refuse Bin Delivery
- Load new and replacement refuse bins from central stores.
- Assist with loading bins onto delivery trucks.
- Check bins for damage before leaving the central stores.
- Support bin delivery operations.
4. Workplace Safety and Equipment
- Attend inspections of personal protective equipment.
- Collect the tools and materials required for daily duties.
- Wear the required protective clothing.
- Follow safety and operational procedures.
- Report incidents involving injuries, equipment or safety concerns to the Team Leader or Operations Supervisor.
- Ensure assigned daily tasks are completed.
Employees may also be assigned additional duties by their Team Leader, Supervisor or Operations Manager.
Salary Information
Pikitup is offering a basic salary of:
R11,376.95
Basic salary, excluding benefits
The advertised salary excludes additional benefits.
Documents Required
Applicants must prepare the following documents:
- Updated CV.
- Certified copy of South African ID.
- Certified copies of relevant qualifications.
- Proof of residential address.
Ensure that your documents are clear and that your CV includes details of your previous waste management experience.
How to Apply for Pikitup General Worker Jobs
Applications must be submitted online. Pikitup has indicated that only online applications will be considered.
Online application
Position: General Workers
Reference number: 010/2026
CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE Open Pikitup application form
When completing your application:
- Quote the position name, General Workers, on correspondence.
- Provide accurate personal and employment information.
- Attach your CV and all required supporting documents.
- Include proof of your residential address.
- Ensure that your application is submitted before the closing date.
Late applications will not be considered.
Important Information for Applicants
Pikitup reserves the right not to fill the advertised vacancies.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive a response within six weeks after the closing date, you should consider your application unsuccessful.
By applying, candidates consent to the use of their submitted personal information for recruitment, selection and related processes.
Pikitup is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and redressing past imbalances. Applications from all designated groups are encouraged.
Closing Date
10 November 2026
Applications must be submitted online on or before 10 November 2026. Late applications will not be accepted.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many General Worker positions are available at Pikitup?
There are 150 advertised vacancies across various depots.
Can I apply with Grade 10?
Yes. Grade 10 is the minimum educational requirement.
Is previous work experience required?
Yes. Applicants must have at least 12 months of proven experience in waste management as a general worker.
How much does a Pikitup General Worker earn?
The advertised basic salary is R11,376.95, excluding benefits.
Must I live in Johannesburg?
Preference will be given to applicants residing within the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality. Proof of residence must be provided.
Can I submit my application by email or hand delivery?
No. The advert states that only online applications will be considered.
When is the closing date?
Applications close on 10 November 2026.
Final Note
The Pikitup General Worker recruitment drive offers 150 opportunities for South African citizens with Grade 10 and relevant waste management experience.
If you meet the requirements, prepare your CV, certified documents and proof of residence, then submit your application through the official online application form before the deadline.
