SHORT-TERM CONTRACT POSITIONS – 23 June

To apply, click on the link at the end of the posts and all the best with your applications

WE HAVE EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITIES FOR:

SHORT-TERM CONTRACT POSITIONS:

• SEASONAL LIFEGUARD
• CASHIER/CLOAKROOM ATTENDANT

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Complete the online job application form and attach all relevant and updated
  documents (Certified Qualification/s/Certificates, ID, and CV).
• Applicants should take note that they can be required to provide proof of original
  documents during the selection process.
• You will be requested to provide a brief description of your work experience relating to
  the vacancy.
• Applicants with membership in professional bodies need to provide a membership
  number and expiry date.
• If you are an internal applicant, your employee number will be required.
• Applicants are advised to use Google Chrome when applying for CoJ positions.

DISCLAIMER

• We are an equal opportunity employer.
• By submitting your application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are
  consenting that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be
  used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process.
• However, registering your CV and/or receipt and acknowledgement of any kind shall not
  be an indication that your application will be successful and/or lead to employment.
• The City of Johannesburg shall not be liable for any damage, loss or liability of
  whatsoever nature arising from your use of the job opportunity section of this website.
• The City of Johannesburg reserves the right not to make an appointment.
• Applications, which have not been responded to within 6 weeks of closing date, should
  be regarded as unsuccessful.

Vacancy Bulletin: STC 007/2026 City of Johannesburg

CASHIER/CLOAKROOM ATTENDANT

CASHIER/CLOAKROOM ATTENDANT
SHORT-TERM CONTRACT POSITION
(Not exceeding 8 months)

Department: Community Development
Branch: Sports & Recreation Unit
Designation: Cashier/Cloakroom Attendant
Salary Range: R15 872,78 pm (all-inclusive, no benefits)
Location: 2 Helen Joseph, Arts & Culture Building, Newtown

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 10 school certificate is required.
• Must be literate (Ability to add and subtract and read and write).
• Must be able to operate a cash register.
• 3 – 6 months’ Cashier and Cleaning experience and basic numeracy skills (collect and be
  able to calculate monies).
• Domiciled within the jurisdiction of the Johannesburg Metropolitan Area (Applicant must
  provide original proof of residence);
• Be physically fit and mentally fit;
• Be prepared to undergo vetting processes

Primary Function:
Carry out cashier duties and control entry to the swimming pool, and carry out cleaning and
cloakroom duties

Key Performance Areas:

• Ensure that patrons tender the appropriate fees prior to entering of swimming pools, with
  the monitoring, services and cleaning of the facility.
• Various Cashier and Cloakroom duties, which include, but are not limited to, ensuring that
  the appropriate entrance fees are tendered by patrons and entering the same on the cash
  register.
• Control entry to the swimming pool by preventing persons with infections and contagious
  diseases, and intoxicated persons from entering the premises.
• Issue swimming pool season tickets.
• Assists with the cleaning of the ticket office, change-rooms and cloakroom.

Leading Competencies:

• Knowledge of cash register operations, cash handling, cleaning knowledge of various
  general cleaning chemicals.

Core Competencies:

• Be able to tolerate stress, written and verbal, good communication, cash register and
  cleaning skills.

“All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and will be
considered. The City of Johannesburg applies the principles of employment
equity as per National legislation and policy guidelines and will consider
designated groups in line with these requirements. Preference will be given to
previously disadvantaged groups including those with disabilities.
Appointments will be made in accordance with the approved Employment
Equity Plan to promote its equitable representation in terms of race, gender and
disability.”

Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply
by using the following link below:
https://share.hsforms.com/1xDatdIMiSXOWscDfp6CwUw469tl

APPLY ONLINE VIA THIS LINK: www.joburg.org.za

TIPS FOR CANDIDATES – https://joburg.org.za/work_/Pages/2026-
Vacancies/Tips-For-Job-Applicants.aspx

ENQUIRIES ONLY:
Contact Person: Gugulethu Khumalo
Tel No: 011 407 6553

CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY, 03 JULY 2026

Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of
appointment/response is received within six (6) weeks of the closing date, they
must accept that their application was unsuccessful. By submitting your
application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that
the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for
the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process. In terms of
the Talent Acquisition Policy of the City of Johannesburg, you hereby consent
to the following risk checks should your application be shortlisted:

• Credit Record,
• CV validation and
• Employment record verification,
• Criminal check, and
• Identity validation.

Seasonal Lifeguard

SEASONAL LIFEGUARD
SHORT-TERM CONTRACT POSITION
(Not exceeding 8 months)

Department: Community Development
Branch: Sports & Recreation Unit
Designation: Seasonal Lifeguard
Salary Range: R15 872,78 pm (all-inclusive, no benefits)
Location: Various Regions

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 /NQF level 4 certificate is required.
• Valid Lifeguard Award or equivalent with Current Annual Retest;
• Valid Level 2 First Aid Certification/ CPR Certification;
• Water Rescue Competency certification;
• All shortlisted applicants will be required to undergo a compulsory competency
  assessment.
• Physically fit and mentally fit;
• Drug Free;
• Previous lifeguarding or aquatic supervision experience preferred. Public sector,
  municipal or high-volume community pool experience is advantageous.
• Random testing for the possession and/or consumption of alcohol, drugs, or other illegal
  substances may be conducted during the course of employment.
• Only applicants with a clear criminal record and no pending criminal cases, awaiting trial,
  and/or pending sentencing cases will be considered for employment.
• Canvassing by job applicants, or by any other person on behalf of job applicants, for
  posts within the Council’s Service is prohibited. Evidence thereof will disqualify the
  applicant from consideration for appointment.

Primary Function:
To ensure the safety, supervision, and protection of all patrons using City of
Johannesburg municipal swimming facilities through proactive surveillance, incident
prevention, emergency response, rescue interventions, first aid administration, public
education, policy enforcement, and operational support, while maintaining compliance
with OHASA standards, municipal regulations, applicable SOPs, and supporting facility
hygiene, water quality, and seasonal readiness. Contributes directly to safe public
recreation, drowning prevention, community wellness, and equitable access to quality
aquatic services across all COJ pool precincts.

Key Performance Areas:

• Pool Safety Surveillance and Prevention;
• Emergency Rescue and First Aid Response;
• Policy, Compliance and Risk Management ;
• Stakeholder Engagement and Public Education;
• Facility Readiness and Operational Support;
• Record-Keeping and Incident Documentation;
• Equipment and Asset Management;
• Monitoring, Reporting and Communication;
• Governance, Ethics and Risk Compliance;

Leading Competencies:

• Strong swimming ability
• Active rescue skills;
• High-level observation, vigilance and sustained concentration;
• Communication;
• Conflict resolution;
• Teamwork Calm, decisive performance under pressure;

Core Competencies:

• Knowledge of following:
  ➢ Water safety protocols;
  ➢ OHASA compliance ;
  ➢ Municipal by-laws;
  ➢ Emergency procedures;
  ➢ Public service principles.

“All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and will be
considered. The City of Johannesburg applies the principles of employment
equity as per National legislation and policy guidelines and will consider
designated groups in line with these requirements. Preference will be given to
previously disadvantaged groups including those with disabilities.
Appointments will be made in accordance with the approved Employment
Equity Plan to promote its equitable representation in terms of race, gender and
disability.”

Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply
by using the following link below:
https://share.hsforms.com/1BMV5kjVrQbqBLRjr7s2ehg469tl

APPLY ONLINE VIA THIS LINK: www.joburg.org.za

TIPS FOR CANDIDATES – https://joburg.org.za/work_/Pages/2026-
Vacancies/Tips-For-Job-Applicants.aspx

ENQUIRIES ONLY:
Contact Person: Lehlohonolo Mohapi
Tel No: 011 407 6553

CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY, 03 JULY 2026

Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of
appointment/response is received within six (6) weeks of the closing date, they
must accept that their application was unsuccessful. By submitting your
application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that
the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for
the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process. In terms of
the Talent Acquisition Policy of the City of Johannesburg, you hereby consent
to the following risk checks should your application be shortlisted:

• Credit Record,
• CV validation and
• Employment record verification,
• Criminal check, and
• Identity validation.

We wish you all the best with your applications