About JobGround
Where Careers Take Root
JobGround was founded with a singular, local purpose, to bridge the gap between industrial heartbeat of the East Rand & Johannesburg South and the thousands of motivated people who live here in our neighborhoods.
For too long, job searching in Gauteng has been a national volume game where local talent is buried under thousands of irrelevant applications. At the same time, the powerhouse businesses in hubs like Alrode, Wadeville, and Jet Park struggle to find reliable staff who can actually get to work on time, every day.
We exist to solve the commute gap by connecting local employers with local talent, simply, honestly, and effectively.
Why Focus on Jobs in East Rand & JHB South?
South Africa’s industrial engine doesn’t run in the cloud, it runs in our local warehouses, factories, and retail centers.
The Commute Problem:
Many job seekers spend up to 40% of their income just getting to work. By finding a job where they live, they save money and time.
The Reliability Solution:
Employers in the East Rand need teams they can count on. Hiring locally reduces absenteeism and builds a more stable, loyal workforce.
The “Hidden” Market:
Thousands of roles in JHB South and the East Rand never make it to the big national boards. JobGround is the dedicated space where these local opportunities are finally visible.
Who We Connect
For Job Seekers (Local Residents)
- ✓ The “Zero-Commute” Seeker: People looking for work in Alberton, Germiston, Boksburg, Aeroton, and surrounding areas.
- ✓ Junior & Intermediate Talent: From 2026 matriculants to skilled artisans with 3–5+ years of experience.
- ✓ Operational Specialists: Warehouse staff, logistics experts, admin support, and technical trades.
- ✓ The Neighborhood Professional: Those tired of the 2-hour drive to Sandton or Midrand.
For Employers (The Regional Engine)
- ✓ Industrial Powerhouses: Factories in Alrode and engineering firms in Wadeville.
- ✓ Logistics & Warehousing: Hubs in Jet Park, Isando, and Elandsfontein.
- ✓ Retail & Services: Businesses in Bedfordview, Meyersdal, and the South.
- ✓ SMEs & Growing Businesses: Local firms that need “vetted-by-location” talent without high national agency fees.
What We Stand For
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Hyper-Locality
We don’t care about the whole of SA, we care about our streets. Every listing on JobGround is there because it serves our local community.
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Accessibility
We make it easy for candidates to prove their location and transport reliability, giving employers the green light to hire fast.
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Community Impact
When we hire locally, we keep wealth inside the East Rand and JHB South, strengthening our own local economy.