Department Of Infrastructure: EPWP Construction Workers Required

Sasa-vacancies; Villiersdorp; On-site; ZAR 46,447 - 57,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly stipend

On-the-job training

Skill development

Community impact

Job summary

Western Cape Department of Infrastructure invites local residents in Villiersdorp to apply for short-term EPWP work opportunities. The intake targets individuals over 35, offering hands-on training and community-focused infrastructure work.

Selected participants will receive a weekly stipend of R1,147.00 for the contract duration, plus on-the-job experience in construction and environmental management, helping upgrade local infrastructure while benefiting the community.

Qualifications

• Age: must be between 35 and 55 years.
• Construction experience: at least 2 years in a similar role.
• Education: Grade 10 (Standard 8) or equivalent.
• Nationality: South African citizen with valid ID.

Responsibilities

• Perform diverse practical construction tasks and environmental duties on site.
• Handle standard construction tools and materials safely.
• Follow health and safety regulations to maintain a hazard-free workplace.
• Collaborate with site teams and foremen to meet short-term goals.
• Keep work areas clean and store tools properly after shifts.

Job description

The Western Cape Department of Infrastructure is officially inviting experienced and reliable local residents to apply for short-term Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) work opportunities in Villiersdorp. This specialized project bridges the gap between community need and temporary relief by providing hands‑on training and steady income.

Unlike many community initiatives that primarily target entry-level youth, this specific programme is a dedicated work opportunity initiative aimed at individuals over the age of 35. It focuses specifically on creating short-term employment through practical, on-the-job experience while upgrading vital local infrastructure and managing the surrounding environment.

What Does This Opportunity Offer?

• Weekly Income: Selected participants will receive a stable, reliable stipend of R1,147.00 per week for the duration of the contract.
• Practical Experience: Gain valuable, practical on-the-job experience in the construction and environmental management sectors.
• Skill Enhancement: Refine your existing manual skills under the supervision of infrastructure professionals.
• Community Development: Contribute directly to the improvement, maintenance, and growth of infrastructure in your residential area.

Key Responsibilities

Successful candidates will be placed on localized construction and environmental sites and will be responsible for the following daily duties:

• Performing diverse practical construction tasks, manual labor, and environmental management duties as assigned by the site supervisor.
• Handling standard construction tools, equipment, and materials safely and efficiently.
• Adhering strictly to standard health and safety regulations, rules, and procedures to ensure a hazard-free working environment.
• Collaborating closely with site teams and foremen to meet short-term project deadlines and infrastructure goals efficiently.
• Cleaning and maintaining project sites, ensuring tools are stored properly at the end of each shift.

To qualify for these fixed-term positions, applicants must fulfill the following strict criteria:

• Age Profile: Must be between 35 and 55 years of age to qualify for this specific intake.
• Experience: Must have at least 2 years of verifiable construction experience in a similar role.
• Education: Must have completed a minimum of Grade 10 (Standard 8).
• Nationality: Must be a South African Citizen with a valid identity document.
• Location: Must permanently live in and around Villiersdorp (strictly within a 5 to 8 km radius of the project site).

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• Industry: Construction and infrastructure