Metrobus is offering 94 General Worker opportunities through the Expanded Public Works Programme in Johannesburg, giving unemployed residents a chance to gain practical workplace experience over 12 months.
Successful applicants will receive a monthly stipend of R5 500 and may be placed at Metrobus depots and outlets across the City of Johannesburg.
Applicants do not need Matric. Metrobus accepts Grade 10, N2 or NCV Level 2 as the minimum qualification.
Applications close on 19 October 2026.
Who can apply for the Metrobus EPWP programme?
You need to:
- Be a South African citizen
- Be between 18 and 45 years old
- Be unemployed
- Live within the City of Johannesburg Municipality
- Have Grade 10, N2 or NCV Level 2
- Provide recent proof of residential address
Applicants who live outside the City of Johannesburg Municipality do not meet the residency requirement.
How many opportunities are available?
Metrobus has 94 General Worker posts available through the EPWP programme.
This is a 12-month temporary employment programme designed to provide workplace exposure to unemployed Johannesburg residents.
Do you need Matric?
No. You can apply with any of the following:
- Grade 10
- N2
- NCV Level 2
This makes the programme accessible to applicants who have not completed Grade 12, provided they meet the other eligibility requirements.
Where will successful applicants work?
Participants may be placed at different Metrobus depots and outlets across Johannesburg.
Your exact workplace and daily duties will depend on your placement and the instructions provided by Metrobus.
The programme is linked to the organisation’s public transport operations, so participants can expect to work within a structured municipal transport environment.
What will you do as a General Worker?
Specific duties are not listed for each individual placement.
Successful applicants will be expected to:
- Perform assigned general work duties
- Follow workplace procedures
- Cooperate with supervisors
- Work responsibly
- Support the operation of the assigned depot or outlet
- Follow instructions and workplace standards
The exact work can differ depending on where you are placed.
How long does the programme run?
The Metrobus EPWP programme runs for 12 months.
It is a temporary employment opportunity and does not guarantee permanent employment after completion.
How much is the stipend?
Successful applicants will receive:
R5 500 per month
The stipend provides financial support while participants gain workplace experience.
What experience can the programme help you build?
Depending on your placement, the programme can help you build experience in:
- Public transport operations
- General workplace support
- Depot operations
- Municipal services
- Teamwork
- Workplace procedures
- Supervisory reporting
- Practical work discipline
This experience can strengthen your CV when applying for future entry-level opportunities.
What documents do you need?
Prepare:
- Updated CV
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Certified copies of educational qualifications or certificates
- Recent proof of residential address
Original documents may be requested during the recruitment process.
Make sure all documents are clear and readable before uploading them.
Who is this opportunity best suited to?
The programme may be suitable if you:
- Are currently unemployed
- Live in Johannesburg
- Have Grade 10, N2 or NCV Level 2
- Want practical workplace experience
- Are looking for an entry point into a structured work environment
The large number of available posts also makes this a significant EPWP intake for Johannesburg jobseekers.
What are the programme details?
Organisation: Metrobus
Programme: Expanded Public Works Programme
Position: General Worker
Number of posts: 94
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Duration: 12 months
Monthly stipend: R5 500
Minimum qualification: Grade 10, N2 or NCV Level 2
Age requirement: 18 to 45
Closing date: 19 October 2026
How do you apply?
Applications must be submitted online through the Metrobus EPWP application form.
Apply for the Metrobus EPWP General Worker vacancies
Before submitting, make sure you:
- Complete all required personal information
- Provide accurate qualification details
- Provide your residential information
- Upload the required documents
- Review your application for errors
Applications close on 19 October 2026.
