Chris Hani District Municipality EPWP Security Guard Opportunities 2026

The Chris Hani District Municipality has announced an opportunity for unemployed residents to apply for 300 Security Guard positions through the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP). The initiative is aimed at creating temporary employment while improving security services at municipal facilities throughout the district.

Successful applicants will be appointed on a six-month fixed-term EPWP contract and will receive a monthly stipend of R5,895.

About the EPWP Security Guard Programme

The Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) is a government initiative designed to provide temporary work opportunities to unemployed South Africans while helping them gain valuable workplace experience and practical skills.

Through this programme, the Chris Hani District Municipality intends to strengthen security at municipal offices, public facilities, and other government properties by appointing trained Security Guards across the district.

The programme is not a permanent employment opportunity. Instead, it provides temporary work experience, income support, and an opportunity for participants to build their careers in the security industry.

Number of Available Positions

A total of 300 Security Guard positions are available across the six local municipalities that make up the Chris Hani District.

The allocation is as follows:

• Emalahleni Local Municipality: 60 positions
• Vuyisile Mini Local Municipality: 26 positions
• Sakhisizwe Local Municipality: 18 positions
• Dr A.B. Xuma Local Municipality: 35 positions
• Enoch Mgijima Local Municipality: 86 positions
• Inxuba Yethemba Local Municipality: 75 positions

This distribution ensures that employment opportunities are spread across the district, allowing local communities to benefit from the programme.

Monthly Stipend

Successful applicants will receive:

• Monthly Stipend: R5,895
• Contract Duration: Six months

Participants should note that the EPWP stipend is intended as temporary financial support during the contract period and does not constitute a permanent municipal salary.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants should meet the following minimum requirements:

• Grade 9 certificate or an equivalent qualification.
• Security Guard Qualification (Grade D).
• Valid PSIRA registration certificate.
• Police Clearance Certificate.
• Medical fitness certificate issued by a registered medical practitioner.
• Relevant security, police, or military experience as required in the official advertisement.
• Must be a resident of the Chris Hani District Municipality.

Meeting the minimum requirements does not automatically guarantee appointment, as all applications will undergo the municipality’s selection process.

Duties and Responsibilities

Successful candidates may perform a range of security-related duties, including:

• Protecting municipal offices and buildings.
• Safeguarding municipal infrastructure and public assets.
• Controlling access to municipal premises.
• Checking visitors and vehicles entering municipal facilities.
• Conducting regular patrols.
• Preventing theft, vandalism, and unauthorized access.
• Recording incidents in occurrence books.
• Reporting suspicious activities.
• Responding to emergencies according to municipal procedures.
• Assisting municipal officials with maintaining a safe working environment.

Skills Required

Applicants who possess the following skills may have an advantage:

• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.
• Good observation skills.
• Physical fitness.
• Ability to remain calm during emergencies.
• Integrity and honesty.
• Good report-writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Documents Required

Applicants were generally required to submit:

• Completed municipal application form.
• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Certified copy of South African Identity Document.
• Certified copies of educational qualifications.
• Certified copy of valid PSIRA Certificate.
• Police Clearance Certificate.
• Proof of residence.
• Medical fitness certificate.

Applicants were advised to ensure that all supporting documents were attached before submitting their applications.

Why This Programme Is Important

The EPWP Security Guard Programme offers more than temporary employment. It provides participants with valuable workplace experience within local government while helping municipalities improve safety and security.

Benefits include:

• Practical work experience.
• Monthly income.
• Exposure to municipal operations.
• Improved employability.
• Opportunity to develop professional security skills.
• Contribution to community safety.

Many previous EPWP participants have used the experience gained to secure future employment in the private security sector, government departments, municipalities, and other public institutions.

Working Conditions

Security Guards appointed through the programme may be required to:

• Work rotating shifts.
• Perform day and night duties.
• Work weekends.
• Work public holidays.
• Stand for extended periods.
• Patrol large municipal properties.
• Respond to emergency situations.

Applicants should therefore be physically fit and prepared for the demands of security work.

Selection Process

The municipality may conduct various verification processes, including:

• Verification of qualifications.
• Verification of PSIRA registration.
• Criminal record screening.
• Reference checks.
• Verification of residence.
• Assessment of security experience.

Only applicants who satisfy all verification requirements may be considered for appointment.

Important Information

According to the official municipal advertisement:

• The opportunity forms part of the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP).
• The contract period is six months.
• Successful applicants receive a monthly stipend of R5,895.
• Applicants must meet all minimum requirements before applying.
• Only residents of the Chris Hani District Municipality are eligible.

The official advertisement indicated that applications closed on 30 June 2026 (with some versions showing 1 July 2026). As the closing date has passed, no further applications are being accepted under this recruitment drive. Interested job seekers should continue to monitor future vacancy announcements from the municipality for similar opportunities.