The Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs (DARDLEA) is inviting South African women, youth, and persons with disabilities between the ages of 16 and 65 to apply for various Expanded Public Works Programme – EPWP vacancies for the period 2025 to 2027. These positions are an excellent opportunity to contribute to your community while gaining valuable work experience. Below is a comprehensive list of the current vacancies available in Mpumalanga.
Available Mpumalanga EPWP Vacancies
If you are interested in applying, ensure that you meet the requirements for each position and submit your application in the correct format. Applications must be submitted using the new Z83 form, available from any public service department or online at www.dpsa.gov.za. Applications should be accompanied by a CV, certified copies of your ID and qualifications, and must be hand-delivered or posted (emailed applications will not be accepted).
Below is a detailed list of the Mpumalanga EPWP vacancies across different districts:
Nkangala District
- Site Keeper – 6 positions
- Requirements: Grade 10, able to read and write.
- Admin Assistant – 1 position
- Requirements: Grade 12, qualification in Administration, valid driver’s license (Code EB), computer literacy.
- Cleaner – 3 positions
- Requirements: Grade 10 or ABET Level 4.
- Animal Health Technician – 3 positions
- Requirements: Diploma in Animal Health or equivalent, registration with SAVC, Code EB driver’s license.
- Tractor Drivers – 11 positions
- Requirements: Grade 8, Code B driver’s license, 3 years experience operating a tractor.
Ehlanzeni District
- Farm Workers – 100 positions
- Requirements: Grade 10 or 12.
- Lab Assistant – 1 position
- Requirements: Grade 12, NQF Level 4, at least 1 year of experience in Analytical Labs.
- Cleaner – 5 positions
- Requirements: Grade 10.
- Animal Health Technician – 2 positions
- Requirements: Diploma in Animal Health or equivalent, registration with SAVC, Code EB driver’s license.
- Admin Assistant (District Directors Office) – 1 position
- Requirements: Grade 12, qualification in Administration, good communication skills, computer literacy.
Gert Sibande District
- Admin Assistant – 1 position (District Directors Office)
- Requirements: Grade 12, qualification in Administration.
- Cleaner – 6 positions
- Requirements: Grade 10 or ABET Level 4.
- Farm Aid/GA – 4 positions
- Requirements: Grade 10.
- Mechanics – 8 positions
- Requirements: Grade 8, 1-year experience in diesel mechanics, Code B driver’s license.
- Tractor Drivers – 12 positions
- Requirements: Grade 8, Code B driver’s license, 3 years experience operating a tractor.
Bohlabela District
- Admin Assistant – 1 position
- Requirements: Grade 12, qualification in Administration, valid driver’s license.
- Animal Health Technician – 3 positions
- Requirements: Diploma in Animal Health or equivalent, registration with SAVC, Code EB driver’s license.
- Cleaner – 3 positions
- Requirements: Grade 10 or ABET Level 4.
- Mechanics – 3 positions
- Requirements: Grade 8, 1-year experience in diesel mechanics, Code B driver’s license.
Environmental Centres (Various Locations)
- Cleaner – Multiple positions
- Requirements: Grade 10 or ABET Level 4.
- Groundsman – Multiple positions
- Requirements: Grade 10, able to work at night, security qualifications will be an advantage.
- Admin Assistant – Multiple positions
- Requirements: Grade 12, qualification in Administration, computer literacy.
- Food Service Aid – 1 position
- Requirements: Grade 10.
Head Office (Mbombela)
- Switchboard Operator – 1 position
- Requirements: Grade 12, good verbal and written communication skills.
- Secretary (Admin Assistants) – 18 positions
- Requirements: Grade 12 or equivalent, computer literacy.
- Data Capturers – 12 positions
- Requirements: Grade 12, computer literacy.
- Driver/Messenger – 1 position
- Requirements: Grade 12, valid driver’s license, Code C1 (Code 10), and valid PDP.
Additional Positions
- Admin Assistant (Agricultural Producer Support) – 2 positions
- Requirements: Grade 12 and computer literate.
- Groundsman – Multiple positions
- Requirements: Grade 10.
- Farm Aid/GA – 4 positions
- Requirements: Grade 10.
- Cleaner – 2 positions
- Requirements: Grade 10.
Environmental Empowerment (Various Locations)
- Admin Assistant – 1 position
- Requirements: Grade 12, Diploma in Public Administration.
- Groundsman – Multiple positions
- Requirements: Grade 10, security qualification will be an added advantage.
- Cleaner – Multiple positions
- Requirements: Grade 10 or ABET Level 4.
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Application Process and Submission Details
To apply for any of the positions listed above, applicants should:
- Complete the Z83 application form, available on the Department of Public Service and Administration website.
- Attach the following documents:
- A comprehensive CV.
- Certified copies of ID and qualifications.
- Submit your application either hand-delivered or posted (no emailed applications will be accepted) to the relevant district office.
The closing date for all applications is 29 April 2025.
District Office Addresses for Submission
- Head Office: Samora Machel Building, Private Bag X11219, Riverside Park, Mbombela 1200.
- Ehlanzeni District Office: Block 4, Aqua Street, P.O. Box 266, Riverside Park, Mbombela 1200.
- Gert Sibande District Office: 44 Church Street, Private Bag X9071, Ermelo 2350.
- Nkangala District Office: Building 16, Government Complex, Private Bag X4017, KwaMhlanga 1260.
- Bohlabela District Office: 101 Main Road, Private Bag X1321, Thulamahashe 1365.
Also check: PSV Circular 13of 2025: Available Government Vacancies in South Africa 2025
Inquiries
For more information about the application process or to clarify any questions, you can contact the following:
- Head Office: Ms. SC Setipe – 013 766 6205 or Ms. T Lukhele – 013 766 6067/8.
- Nkangala District Office: Ms. BM Mahlangu – 013 010 2028.
- Ehlanzeni District Office: Ms. HM Sekoma – 013 759 4000.
- Gert Sibande District Office: Mr. RS Mhlongo – 017 819 2076.
- Bohlabela District Office: Ms. O Ndlovu – 013 773 1192.
The Mpumalanga EPWP vacancies offer a great opportunity for South Africans to gain work experience in a variety of fields while contributing to their communities. If you meet the requirements for any of the positions, be sure to submit your application before the closing date of 29 April 2025.
By participating in the EPWP, you can gain valuable skills that could lead to future employment opportunities and contribute positively to the province’s development.
