General Assistant

Are you looking for an entry-level opportunity to kickstart your career in facilities and operational support? Gfleet is seeking a dedicated General Assistant to join their team in Bloemfontein. This role is perfect for individuals with an ABET Level 4 qualification who are eager to learn and contribute to a dynamic environment.

About Gfleet

Gfleet is part of the Corporate Services Directorate, focusing on Facilities and Security. As a General Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of facilities, supporting various administrative and logistical needs within the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

As a General Assistant, your daily duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Furniture & Equipment Movement: Safely moving furniture and equipment using appropriate tools and protection, based on approved forms and job cards. You will also assist with setting up venues for events.
• Area & Asset Maintenance: Performing minor preventative maintenance tasks daily and recording them. This includes gathering and preparing rubbish/waste bins for municipal collection according to schedule.
• Reporting Defects: Conducting daily facilities inspections, completing inspection sheets, and reporting maintenance needs to the Facilities Help Desk. You will also coordinate job cards for necessary repairs.
• Monitoring Services: Overseeing garden maintenance and the cleaning of premises. You will also monitor external service providers to ensure they perform their duties effectively.
• OHS Compliance: Strictly adhering to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) policies and regulations at all times while performing your duties.

Requirements

• Education: An ABET Level 4 qualification is essential.
• Experience: No prior work experience is required, making this an excellent opportunity for new job seekers to gain valuable skills.

Salary & Benefits

This full-time position offers a competitive package of R 138,486.00 per annum, plus standard government benefits (Level 02).

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online only. Please follow these steps carefully:

1. Obtain the new/most recent Z83 application for employment form from www.dpsa.gov.za (effective from 01 January 2022).
2. Complete all mandatory fields in Part A to D of the Z83 form. For Parts E to G, it is acceptable to indicate “refer to Curriculum Vitae (CV) or see attached” provided your CV is attached and contains all the required information. Ensure you answer the questions related to conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part F.
3. Complete and sign the Z83 declaration.
4. Prepare a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
5. Do NOT submit copies of qualifications or other relevant documents at this initial application stage. These will only be required from shortlisted candidates.
6. Apply online by logging into the Gauteng Provincial Government e-recruitment portal: https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za.
7. Ensure your completed Z83 form is uploaded as it is compulsory for online applications.

Closing Date: 26 September 2025

Important Notes

• Reference Number: Refs/022922
• All shortlisted candidates will be subject to pre-employment screening (vetting).
• Preference will be given to women and persons with disabilities to promote representivity within the public service. Please ensure you indicate your race, gender, and disability status in your application.
• Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
• Applications received after the closing date will be disqualified.
• If you do not receive any response from us within 3 months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
• The Department reserves the right not to fill this position.

For general enquiries, please contact Human Resources on 011 372 8747 or 010 345 1538. For assistance with online applications, you can email your query to [email protected].