Department of Agriculture General Assistant Vacancies: Grade 10 or ABET Level 4 Required

The Mpumalanga Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs has advertised 14 General Assistant vacancies at different centres across Mpumalanga.

The positions are suitable for applicants with Grade 10 or ABET Level 4 who can read and write and are willing to perform cleaning and general support duties.

The salary is R144 024 per annum, and applications close on 11 September 2026.

General Assistant Vacancies Overview

• Employer: Mpumalanga Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs
• Position: General Assistant
• Number of posts: 14
• Salary: R144 024 per annum
• Minimum qualification: Grade 10 or ABET Level 4
• Province: Mpumalanga
• Application method: Online
• Closing date: 11 September 2026

Available Positions

Victor Khanye

Reference numbers:

• DARDLEA/2026/08/103
• DARDLEA/2026/08/104

KwaMhlanga

Reference number:

• DARDLEA/2026/08/105

Mdala

Reference numbers:

• DARDLEA/2026/08/106
• DARDLEA/2026/08/107

Tonga

Reference number:

• DARDLEA/2026/08/108

Elukwatini

Reference numbers:

• DARDLEA/2026/08/109
• DARDLEA/2026/08/110
• DARDLEA/2026/08/111
• DARDLEA/2026/08/112

Graskop

Reference numbers:

• DARDLEA/2026/08/113
• DARDLEA/2026/08/114
• DARDLEA/2026/08/115

Barberton

Reference number:

• DARDLEA/2026/08/116

All listed positions carry a salary of R144 024 per annum.

Requirements

Applicants must have:

• Grade 10 or ABET Level 4
• Ability to read and write
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a team
• Knowledge of Batho Pele Principles
• Ability to work under pressure

Previous experience as a cleaner in the public service will be an added advantage.

Duties and Responsibilities

General Assistants will perform cleaning and general support duties, including:

• Cleaning windows, floors, offices and consulting rooms
• Cleaning passages, corridors, toilets and other facilities
• Dusting and polishing furniture
• Emptying waste bins
• Sweeping, scrubbing, mopping and disinfecting
• Using cleaning equipment and chemicals safely
• Safekeeping cleaning materials and equipment
• Reporting maintenance problems and defects
• Performing other duties assigned by the supervisor

Applicants should be able to follow instructions and maintain good workplace hygiene.

Application Documents

Applicants should prepare:

• A recent comprehensive CV
• Identification document
• Contactable references
• Reference contact details
• Completed and signed new Z83 application form

Applicants should ensure that their information and documents are accurate before submitting the application.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online through the Mpumalanga Provincial Government e-Recruitment portal:

https://erecruitment.mpg.gov.za

Applicants should select the General Assistant position and use the correct reference number for their preferred location.

Candidates applying for more than one position should follow the application instructions for each vacancy.

Enquiries

For Victor Khanye, KwaMhlanga and Mdala:

Mr A Kekana
Telephone: 079 630 1770

For Tonga and Barberton:

Ms MH Sekoma: (013) 759 4000
Ms EM Mkhonza: (013) 759 4000

For Elukwatini and Graskop:

Ms N Hlatshwayo: (017) 819 5377
Ms KL Mdlalose: (017) 819 5377

Closing Date

The closing date for the General Assistant vacancies is 11 September 2026.

Applicants should submit their applications before the deadline and use the correct reference number for the position they are applying for.

Final Thoughts

These General Assistant vacancies provide entry-level public service opportunities for qualifying job seekers in several areas of Mpumalanga.

Applicants with Grade 10 or ABET Level 4 who meet the requirements should prepare their documents and complete the online application before 11 September 2026.