There is a scam circulating on social media about fraudulent Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) opportunities, warns the Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport (GDRT).

The department did not issue the advert, falsely referencing a roads maintenance tender contractor, Khulakwande Construction.

The GDRT distances itself from this fake recruitment drive and reiterates that it advertised no such opportunities.

The fraudulent post falsely claims that “general work is targeted at students and interns, but anyone in the community may sign up”, and promises a daily payment of R140.

“It further misleads applicants by stating that placements will be made on roads closest to them and that personal information will be kept private,” said the department.

The GDRT emphasises that it is unaware of the origins of this misleading advert and urges the public not to engage with or share it.

For legitimate training and employment opportunities within the Gauteng Provincial Government, visit the official jobs portal: https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za/

Unofficial or obscure websites are often used to deceive and exploit unsuspecting job seekers.

“When in doubt, always verify the authenticity of recruitment information by calling the department’s directorate: Human resources (recruitment) on 011 355 7521 or the GDRT on 011 355 7000 during office hours,” concluded the department.