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2 X Artisan Assistants (REF: TEC 279 & TEC 274), PA Hamlet, Op die Berg

Closing Date: 30 October 2026
Salary: R 141 830.03 per annum (Post Level T4 of a Grade 4 Municipality)

Requirements:

  • Grade 9 (Proof from the relevant institution must be attached. If such proof is difficult to obtain, an affidavit commissioned by the South African Police Service (SAPS) may be submitted in lieu thereof.)
  • Must be able to read, write, and recognize signs.
  • Must be able to perform duties as part of a team.
  • Basic reading and writing skills.
  • 3 months of relevant experience
  • Good sight, hearing, and speech ability; must be physically fit and healthy; ability to work under pressure.
  • Required to work in all weather conditions.
  • Required to work overtime and/or outside normal working hours during emergencies and planned overtime.
  • Must perform duties in the whole municipal area.
  • Fluent in 2 of the 3 languages spoken in the Western Cape: Afrikaans, English or IsiXhosa.
  • Please note: A performance agreement is also applicable to this position, whereby the employer reserves the right to institute a performance management program.

Duties:

  • Undertake specific activities associated with providing a support service regarding: Water and Sewerage-related activities; Maintenance and small construction work and performing manual labour activities.
  • Carry out operational support activities of a varied nature.
  • Perform activities to contribute to achieving preset standards in the provision of service to the broader community.
  • Receive verbal instructions on various non-discretionary tasks to be carried out during specific work-related operations.
  • Assist in collecting and loading materials and equipment at collection points.
  • Offload materials from vehicles at designated areas as instructed.
  • Carry out manual labour activities including digging and backfilling of trenches; Mixing concrete; carrying out cleaning operations; Any other reasonable instruction falling within the ambit of the post and performing construction plumbing duties.
  • Comply with specific instructions regarding the provision of labour sequences.
  • Adhere to all safety procedures and attend to the application thereof.
  • Clean the vehicle, equipment, and tools used at the end of each day to ensure proper care is exercised.
  • Remove and wash off debris from tools and vehicles using pressurized cleaning systems where available (handheld hoses)
  • Place and stack tools in designated storage areas.
  • Verbally report the condition I status of tools to the immediate superior.
Artisan Assistant (245.36KB) Last published 21 October 2026

14 X Seasonal Workers: Cashiers / Ticket Controllers

Closing Date: 28 October 2026
Salary: R 141 830.03 per annum (Post level T4 of a Grade 4 Municipality)

14 X SEASONAL WORKERS: CASHIERS / TICKET CONTROLLERS

Witzenville Tulbagh (Com 506 & Com 507); Montana -Wolseley (Com 508 & Com 509); Die Eiland -Ceres (Com 510 & Com 511); Bella Vista (Com 512 & Com 513); PA Hamlet (Com 271 & Com 274) & Pine Forest (Com 514 & Com 515)

( NOVEMBER 2026 –30 APRIL 2027 )

Requirements:

  • Grade 12
  • 6 months' relevant experience.
  • Applicants may also be required to provide a Criminal Clearance Certificate at their own expense (Per legislative requirements).
  • Good human relations, interpersonal, and communication skills.
  • Good mathematical skills.
  • Ability to give attention to detail and a high level of responsibility.
  • Ability to work under pressure and to handle conflict.
  • Good sight, hearing, and speech ability, and must be physically fit and healthy.
  • Ability to perform manual operations and duties on foot.
  • Shift ends at 6 pm on weekdays and weekends & public holidays (subject to change).
  • Fluent in 2 of the 3 languages spoken in the Western Cape: Afrikaans, IsiXhosa, or English.

Responsibilities:

  • Communicating with the customer and attending to specific payment or ticket sale enquiries and /or providing information on specific tariffs
  • Collecting and counting payment tendered, verifying the total against the amount due.
  • Issuing entrance tickets reflecting the amount tendered and confirming corrections with the customer.
  • Enter the numbers of all tickets sold/received in the register.
  • Separating denominations and commencing with control counting sequences.
  • Counting and tallying amounts and verifying the cash totals.
  • Receipts/tickets issued.
  • Verify amounts and complete cash-up procedure forms to facilitate reconciliation processes by the immediate superior.
  • Attend to and rectify deviations in recordings or counts before forwarding to the immediate superior.
  • Attending to re-counting {"double-check") sequences under the supervision of the immediate superior.
  • Recording and updating the confirming ticket sales register, attendance, etc.
  • Completing statistical reports of tickets issued and forwarding them to the immediate superior for perusal and verification.
  • Preparing and faxing summaries of the daily cash-up to the designated official.

Recommendations:

  • Honest and reliable
  • Able to work shifts, weekends & public holidays.
  • Able to safeguard and handle cash responsibly.
Seasonal Workers (258.13KB) Last published 21 October 2026

23 x Lifesavers Swimming Pools (Various Locations)

Closing Date: 27 October 2026
Salary: R 155 945.38 per annum (Post level T5 of a Grade 4 Municipality)

Requirements:

  • Grade 10 (Applicants must provide proof from an accredited academic institution)
  • Valid Level 2 First Aid Certificate, or willingness to obtain such certification within six (6) months of appointment.
  • Valid Lifeguard Certificate or equivalent qualification with a current annual retest certificate. Possession of, or willingness to undergo, accredited lifesaving training through the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) will be an added advantage.
  • At least six (6) months' relevant lifesaving experience, or willingness to undergo accredited lifesaving training.
  • Applicants may also be required to provide a Criminal Clearance Certificate at their own expense (Per legislative requirements).
  • Must be alert and able to make quick decisions, especially in a crisis, and to stay calm.
  • For acceptance, one must be willing to undergo physical fitness tests to ensure fitness and lifesaving capabilities.
  • Applicants must be physically fit and healthy.
  • Shift ends at 7 pm on weekdays and weekends & public holidays (subject to change).
  • Applicants must have a clean criminal record.
  • Fluent in 2 of the 3 languages spoken in the Western Cape: Afrikaans, English, or IsiXhosa.

Main Tasks: 

  • Implementation of safety procedures regarding the use of the swimming pool area; Provision of a safe swimming area; Implementation of swimming pool rules; Handling of the safety of the area around the swimming pool; Constant monitoring of the swimming pool; For possible accidents in order to prevent drowning; Complete reports if such incidents occur. General lifesaving tasks
  • If the person meets the minimum requirements he/she will be required to work shifts inclusive of weekends
  • Assist the operator with cleaning tasks
  • Close the pool when capacity is reached

Stage 1

Physical evaluation

Candidates must meet the following physical evaluation as follows:

  • Must undergo a swimming test by swimming 100 meters within two minutes in a swimming pool
  • If the candidate is not successful, he/she will not be considered for an interview

Stage 2

Interview

If the applicant is successful in the interview, he/she will be considered for the above post

23 x Lifesavers Swimming Pools (Various Locations) (114.1KB) Last published 20 October 2026

Driver Operator: Digger Loader (REF: TEC 291)

Closing Date: 30 October 2026
Salary: R 183 167.98 per annum (Post Level T6 of a Grade 4 Municipality)

Requirements:

  • Grade 10 (Proof from the relevant institution must be attached. If such proof is difficult to obtain, an affidavit commissioned by the South African Police Service (SAPS) may be submitted in lieu thereof.)
  • Valid Code EC driver’s licence and PRPD.
  • A Valid Digger Loader Certificate.
  • 3 years of relevant experience.
  • Good supervision, human relations, interpersonal, and communication skills.
  • Sound mathematical and technical skills, ability to give attention to detail, and a high level of responsibility.
  • Ability to work under pressure and to handle conflict.
  • Good sight, hearing, and speech ability.
  • Must be physically fit and healthy.
  • Required to work in all weather conditions.
  • Required to work overtime and/or outside normal working hours during emergencies and planned overtime.
  • Must perform duties in the whole municipal area.
  • Fluent in 2 of the 3 languages spoken in the Western Cape: Afrikaans, English or IsiXhosa.
  • Please note: A performance agreement is also applicable to this position whereby the employer reserves the right to institute a performance management program.

Duties:

  • Perform specific tasks and activities at the Depot and work sites prior to and on completion of allocated maintenance assignments
  • Receive   instructions   from   the   immediate   superior   and communicate with the Depot Clerk to establish details of tasks regarding the vehicle, material, and personnel
  • Inspect safety devices, controls, lubricant levels, etc., on vehicles and heavy plants, and report defects to immediate superiors.
  • Complete   internal transactional   documentation (e.g., tally sheets, log sheets, progress reports, etc.) and related forms (vehicle checklist)
  • Insert the relevant information (quantitative/ qualitative) and/or details of activities on the forms.
  • Forward to the relevant personnel for processing
  • Perform specific tasks associated with the operations of a heavy, specialized mechanical plant.
  • Communicate with the Supervisor on-site and confirm requirements and specifications.
  • Control the utilization of materials (sand, stone, crusher run, etc.)   and discharging (offloading) required quantities of materials for repair or reconstruction work.
  • Prior to leaving the municipal premises, carry out the following pre-trip inspection
  • Keep a log of machine hours worked for costing purposes
  • Ensure all safety procedures are adhered to and that protective clothing is worn
  • Provide in-job training to new personnel to ensure instructions are carried out correctly
  • Determine training needs and address workplace problems experienced with the immediate superior
  • Ensure that safety is paramount and that all personnel are safe during loading and offloading sequences
Driver Operator: Digger Loader (0GB) Last published 20 October 2026

Foreman: Water and Sewerages, West (REF: TEC 431)

Closing Date: 30 October 2026
Salary: Salary: R 316 061.15 per annum (Post Level T10 of a Grade 4 Municipality)

Requirements:

  • Grade 12 or equivalent Technical Qualification.
  • A Valid Code C1 Driver's License with PRPD.
  • Certification in handling and transportation of dangerous goods (Chemicals)
  • 5 years of relevant experience
  • Computer literacy (MS Applications)
  • Technical background and customer service approach.
  • Communication skills, disciplinary course, and supervisory skills.
  • Must be able to effectively manage and supervise the staff in the section.
  • Must be able to travel to the various segments to check on progress.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively with staff.
  • Required to work in all weather conditions.
  • Required to work overtime and/or outside normal working hours during emergencies and planned overtime.
  • Must perform duties in the whole municipal area.
  • Fluent in at least 2 of the 3 languages spoken in the Western Cape, Afrikaans, English or IsiXhosa.
  • Please note: A performance agreement is also applicable to this position whereby the employer reserves the right to institute a performance management program.

Duties:

  • Inspecting and interacting with users (Council and Public) to promote the functionality of the Water & Sewage Section.
  • Report and seek approval/guidance in the coordination of specific sequences to improve service delivery procedures.
  • Schedule work duties of personnel in the Water & Sewerage Section in conjunction with the immediate superior.
  • Do site inspections on a continuous basis to ensure the smooth functioning of the Section.
  • Conduct frequent meetings with the immediate superior to solve any operational problems.
  • Monitor the operation of the water & sewage networks to ensure effective service and plan and prioritize daily work of the section.
  • Delegated and supervised daily work to subordinates, leading and guiding staff.
  • Inspect, check, and correct work being done and maintain a fair distribution of operational resources and labour for each subsection.
  • Arrange and recommend appropriate working tools or equipment.
  • Submit reports to the immediate superior on the operational efficiency of the Water & Sewerage Section.
  • Submit statistical reports on daily activities, including scheduled work carried out, details of complaints attended to, exact actions carried out to rectify the problem, Vehicle log sheets, Overtime schedules, Requisition orders, and General functional feedback.
  • Compile reports on subordinate misconduct to be submitted as evidence during disciplinary hearings.
  • Be aware of Municipal Health and Safety Regulations and comply where applicable.
  • Provide all relevant staff with protective clothing and explain the necessity of wearing and using it.
  • Ensure that staff adhere to health and safety regulations as contained in the Act.
  • Recommend the installation of public safety or warning signal boards at all sewage installations.
  • Liaise with the immediate superior with regard to the maintenance required on vehicles and equipment
  • Undertake inspections to ensure that all maintenance activities have been carried out in an acceptable manner and according to standards.
  • Supervise and coordinate the provision and maintenance of the water & sewage network operations and the Reliability of the water & sewerage network.
  • Conduct inspections constantly to ensure that a professional service is rendered.
  • Do pre-inspection before driving the vehicle and keep the vehicle logbook updated and maintained at all times for costing purposes.
  • Submit log sheets once a week according to prescribed guidelines and report any faults to the immediate superior.
  • Transport personnel, materials, and equipment to/from specific allocations.
  • Extensive interaction with co-workers regarding obtaining and relaying information.
  • Interact with internal departments as well as members of the public on complaints and service-related problems.
  • Liaise with superiors in order to receive instructions, make recommendations, or discuss service-related problems experienced.
  • Interact with colleagues when conveying or receiving information in order to complete tasks.
  • Arrange for maintenance of machinery and equipment; responsible for safe storage of machinery/equipment.
  • See to it that the equipment and machinery are cleaned and well-maintained.
Foreman: Water and Sewerages, West (280.31KB) Last published 20 October 2026

Foreman: Sewerages (REF: TEC 277)

Closing Date: 30 October 2026
Salary: R 316 061.15 per annum (Post Level T10 of a Grade 4 Municipality)

Requirements:

  • Grade 12 or equivalent Technical Qualification.
  • A Valid Code C1 Driver's License with PRPD.
  • Certification in handling and transportation of dangerous goods (Chemicals)
  • 5 years of relevant experience
  • Computer literacy (MS Applications)
  • Technical background and customer service approach.
  • Communication skills, disciplinary course, and supervisory skills.
  • Must be able to effectively manage and supervise the staff in the section.
  • Must be able to travel to the various segments to check on progress.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively with staff.
  • Required to work in all weather conditions.
  • Required to work overtime and/or outside normal working hours during emergencies and planned overtime.
  • Must perform duties in the whole municipal area.
  • Fluent in at least 2 of the 3 languages spoken in the Western Cape, Afrikaans, English or IsiXhosa.
  • Please note: A performance agreement is also applicable to this position whereby the employer reserves the right to institute a performance management program.

Duties:

  • Inspecting and interacting with users (Council and Public) to promote the functionality of the Sewerage Section
  • Report and seek approval/guidance in the coordination of specific sequences to improve service delivery procedures
  • Schedule work duties of personnel in the Sewerage Section in conjunction with the immediate superior
  • Do site inspections on a continuous basis to ensure the smooth functioning of the Section
  • Conduct frequent meetings with the immediate superior to solve any operational problems
  • Plan and prioritise the daily work of the section.
  • Delegate and supervise daily work to subordinates, leading and guiding staff, and inspect, check, and correct work being done.
  • Maintain fair distribution of operational resources and labour for each subsection
  • Submit reports to the immediate superior on the operational efficiency of the Sewerage Section
  • Submit statistical reports on daily activities, including: Scheduled work carried out; Details of complaints attended to; Exact actions carried out to rectify the problem; Vehicle log sheets; Overtime schedules and Requisition orders
  • General functional feedback and be aware of Municipal Health and Safety Regulations and comply where applicable.
  • Provide all relevant staff with protective clothing and explain the necessity to wear and use it
  • Liaise with the immediate superior with regard to the maintenance required on vehicles and equipment
  • Undertake inspections to ensure that all maintenance activities have been carried out in an acceptable manner and according to standards
  • Ensure that operations are productive and that community areas are provided with an efficient service
  • Ensure that staff adhere to health and safety regulations as contained in the Act
  • Supervise and coordinate the provision and maintenance of: The sewage network operations; the Reliability of the sewerage network
  • Conduct inspections constantly to ensure that a professional service is rendered
  • Prior to leaving the municipal premises, carry out the following pre-trip inspection
  • Extensive interaction with co-workers regarding obtaining and relaying information
  • Interact with internal departments as well as members of the public on complaints and service-related problems
  • Liaise with the superior in order to receive instructions, make recommendations, or discuss service-related problems experienced
  • Arrange for the maintenance of machinery and equipment, and be responsible for the safe storage of machinery/equipment
  • See to it that the equipment and machinery are cleaned and well-maintained.
Foreman: Sewerages (278.14KB) Last published 20 October 2026

Foreman: Water (REF: TEC 249)

Closing Date: 30 October 2026
Salary: R 316 061.15 per annum (Post Level T10 of a Grade 4 Municipality)

Requirements:

  • Grade 12 or equivalent Technical Qualification.
  • A Valid Code C1 Driver's License with PRPD.
  • Certification in handling and transportation of dangerous goods (Chemicals)
  • 5 years of relevant experience
  • Computer literacy (MS Applications)
  • Technical background and customer service approach
  • Communication skills, disciplinary course, and supervisory skills.
  • Must be able to effectively manage and supervise the staff in the section.
  • Must be able to travel to the various segments to check on progress.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively with staff.
  • Required to work in all weather conditions.
  • Required to work overtime and/or outside normal working hours during emergencies and planned overtime.
  • Must perform duties in the whole municipal area.
  • Fluent in at least 2 of the 3 languages spoken in the Western Cape, Afrikaans, English or IsiXhosa.
  • Please note: A performance agreement is also applicable to this position whereby the employer reserves the right to institute a performance management program.

Duties:

  • Inspecting and interacting with users (Council and Public) to promote the functionality of the Water Section.
  • Report and seek approval/guidance in the coordination of specific sequences to improve service delivery procedures.
  • Schedule work duties of personnel in the Water Section in conjunction with the immediate superior.
  • Do site inspections on a continuous basis to ensure the smooth functioning of the Section.
  • Plan and prioritize the daily work of the section.
  • Delegate and supervise daily work to subordinates, leading and guiding staff.
  • Inspect, check, and correct work being done.
  • Maintain fair distribution of operational resources and labour for each subsection.
  • Arrange and recommend appropriate working tools or equipment.
  • Submit reports to the immediate superior on the operational efficiency of the Water Section.
  • Submit statistical reports on daily activities, including scheduled work carried out, details of complaints attended to, exact actions carried out to rectify the problem, and General functional feedback.
  • Compile reports on subordinate misconduct to be submitted as evidence during disciplinary hearings.
  • Do necessary administration and filing regarding personnel issues such as attendance records and leave taken.
  • Be aware of Municipal Health and Safety Regulations and comply where applicable.
  • Provide all relevant staff with protective clothing and explain the necessity to wear and use it,
  • Ensure that staff adhere to health and safety regulations as contained in the Act.
  • Liaise with the immediate superior with regard to the maintenance required on vehicles and equipment.
  • Undertake inspections to ensure that all maintenance activities have been carried out in an acceptable manner and according to standards.
  • Supervise and coordinate the provision and maintenance of the sewage network operations and the reliability of the sewerage network.
  • Keep the vehicle logbook updated and maintained at all times for costing purposes.
  • Submit log sheets once a week according to prescribed guidelines.
  • Extensive interaction with co-workers regarding obtaining and relaying information.
  • Interact with internal departments as well as members of the public on complaints and service-related problems,
  • Liaise with superiors in order to receive instructions, make recommendations, or discuss service-related problems experienced,
  • Arranging for maintenance of machinery and equipment.
  • Responsible for the safe storage of machinery/equipment.
  • See to it that the equipment and machinery are clean and well-maintained,
Foreman: Water (279.18KB) Last published 20 October 2026

Senior Manager Electro Technical Services (REF: EL 1)

Closing Date: 23 October 2026
Salary: Basic Salary R 1 010 269.61 per annum (Post Level T18 of a Grade 4 Municipality)

Requirements:

Appropriate B Degree or B.Tech Degree in Electrical Engineering or Equivalent (NQF Level 7)

  • Eligible for Professional Registration in terms of Act 46 of 2000, sec 18 (1)(a)(i) Professional Engineer or sec 18 (1)(a)(ii) Professional Engineer Technologist within an 8-month period from the date of appointment.
  • Computer Literacy in MS Office Applications.
  • 10 years of relevant experience.
  • Certificate of Competency as an Electrical Engineer in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 and the Regulations concerning the Certificate of Competency, 1990.
  • Code B driver's license.
  • Managerial and supervisory skills.
  • Work overtime during peak time and as and when required.
  • Must attend meetings after hours.
  • Required to act as Director: Technical Services in the absence of the Director.
  • Human Relations and communication skills.
  • Must be mentally and physically healthy to perform the job functions.
  • High level of responsibility.
  • Ability to give attention to detail.
  • Ability to work under pressure without tolerance for errors.
  • Fluent in 2 of the 3 languages spoken in the Western Cape: Afrikaans, English, or Xhosa.
  • Compliance with the National Treasury Regulations on the required Minimum Competency Level Unit Standards applicable to this position, or must complete the unit standards within an 18-month period from the date of appointment as provided for in GNR 1146 under GG 41996, dated 26 October 2018
  • Please note: A performance agreement is also applicable to this position, whereby the employer reserves the right to institute a performance management program.

Duties:

  • Job Purpose:  Determine the strategic direction of the Electro Technical Services Division through alignment with the IDP and with SDBIP; Strategically manage staff and resources regarding the following services: Maintenance; Operation; Upgrading; Extension of Engineering Services (Electro Technical); Manage the operational function of the Electro Technical Distribution network and electricity supply to the municipal area; Manage the Electro Technical distribution and electrical demand for the municipality in accordance with industry norms, Council policy, by-laws, and legislation; and identify and determine trends and align resources to meet future demand
  • Communicate the vision and mission of the Directorate to subordinate personnel.
  • Devise and implement new operating and functional policies enforced in the area of jurisdiction.
  • Implement communication plans to ensure clear strategic communication throughout the Division.
  • Ensure that the Division's key performance areas are well defined and communicated.
  • Manage and assist the Head of Departments to achieve set objectives.
  • Manage and monitor the implementation of procedures and systems associated with legal and statutory requirements.
  • Manage the operational activities of the subsections to keep the electro-technical network in a safe state.
  • Manage the implementation and adherence to safety regulations regarding the personal safety of personnel (protective clothing and equipment, condition of materials, tools, transport, lifting cranes, and related equipment), before the commencement of work
  • Manage and control the drafting, compilation, and updating of master planning for the Electrical Distribution and Client Services.
  • Short-, medium-, and long-term strategic planning for the provision of infrastructure.
  • Determine consumer patterns and compile future demand patterns in line with the Spatial Development Framework and the IDP.
  • Manage the formulation of specific contracts and tender documents and control contractual obligations.
  • Guide, draft, adjudicate, and report on processes with regard to contracts and tenders.
  • Verify details, terms and conditions, and specifications, and establish that it conforms to laid down policies, regulations, and procedures
  • Calculate and project budgetary requirements and financial implications of projects and operational activities.
  • Compile capital expenditure requirements and programs.
  • Apply financial management and control measures in accordance with Council Policy and legislative requirements.
  • Manage and control the drafting of the annual departmental capital and operational budget.
  • Monitor the attendance, leave, and operational readiness of personnel in the Division.
  • Schedule, distribute, and verify the daily responsibilities of personnel.
  • Conduct regular meetings with personnel to communicate work-related matters and ensure efficient service to the public.
  • Identify training needs and arrange for applicable training to be provided to relevant personnel.
  • Direct and control the key performance indicators and outcomes of personnel within the Division Distribution and Client Services.
  • Define and adjust the role boundaries, workflow processes, and job design against laid-down service delivery requirements.
  • Determine staffing levels and prepare motivations for the filling of vacancies to complement functional objectives and requirements.
  • Conduct appraisals to measure performance against agreed objectives, counselling, and consulting with personnel on developmental goals, career paths, and short-term targets and standards.
  • Disseminate functional and operational information on the immediate, short, and long-term objectives and current developments, problems, and constraints.
  • Implement sequences associated with establishing databases reflective of capital, rehabilitation, and special maintenance projects relating to electricity reticulation.
  • Respond through the collection of factual information and conduct the necessary investigation and research.
  • Address inquiries and concerns on service delivery from the general public, Councillors, Government Departments, and Developers
  • Manage and control the activities of the Electrical Network and the Electrotechnical Service division.
  • Determine operational and procedural policy for the Division and implement procedures in order to ensure the proper functioning of the Division and manage and oversee the development and implementation of operational plans of the Division.
  • Evaluate work procedures and make adjustments to ensure effective utilization of resources.
  • Manage all administrative and reporting procedures associated with key performance and result indicators of the Division.
  • Participate in various meetings (Portfolio Committee, internal and external Forums) and provide advice, comments, and opinions on matters affecting or concerning the functionality of the Division.

 

Senior Manager Electro Technical Services (REF: EL 1) (250.38KB) Last published 16 October 2026

Chief: Fire and Disaster Management

Closing Date: 23 October 2026
Salary: R 724 838.46 per annum (Post level T16 of a Grade 4 Municipality)

Requirements:

  • Relevant Tertiary qualification, preferably a Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Technology.
  • Compliance with the relevant Minimum Competency Levels for Financial Officials as prescribed.
  • A Valid Code EC1 Driver's License.
  • Computer literacy (MS Office Applications).
  • 12 years including relevant managerial experience.
  • Good management, human relations, interpersonal, and communication skills.
  • Ability to give attention to detail, a high level of responsibility, and the ability to work under pressure.
  • Good sight, hearing and speech ability; must be physically fit and healthy.
  • Ability to perform manual operations and duties on foot.
  • Must be able to climb ladders, operate from heights, walk or crawl in the dark, on narrow and uneven surfaces and operate in proximity to electrical power lines and/or other hazards.
  • Must work overtime and/or attend meetings after normal office hours when required.
  • Must perform duties in the whole municipal area when required.
  • Please note: A performance agreement is also applicable to this position whereby the employer reserves the right to institute a performance management program.

Duties

  • Job Purpose: Manages and directs the key performance and result indicators associated with Fire Services and Disaster Management through research and evaluation of best practices; interpretation of statutory directives and treasury guidelines to enable inputs and recommendations into longer-term objective setting and operational planning; review and alignment of policies, functions, procedures and systems and directing and executing critical management and statutory reporting requirements in order to ensure that the Sub-Directorate is capable of contributing positively to the Municipality's vision and mission statements pertaining to improving the quality of life of the community and compliance with legislative frameworks and standards.
  • Planning and strategy alignment by identifying and defining the immediate, short- and long-term objectives, plans and priorities of the Sub-Directorate encapsulating planning, research, development and projects associated with the functionality
  • Analysing, aligning and directing the operational capacity and capabilities of the Sub-Directorate to deliver against specific key performance areas encapsulated in strategic plans and legislative frameworks and standards.
  • Studying capital and operating expenditure trends and forecasts and preparing estimate reports for inclusion into the annual/adjustment budgets with due consideration to internal and external funding requirements and limitations.
  • Statutory frameworks, policies and procedures by Directs, manages and controls the implementation of policies, procedures and systems associated with Fire Services and Disaster Management.
  • Keeping abreast of operational developments and legislation (Municipal Finance Management Act, Fire Brigade Services Act, SA National Standards, Disaster Management Act, etc.) by conducting searches into best practices with a view to alignment with internal processes and standing operating procedures.
  • Aligning information systems, applications, work processes and role boundaries to support functional outcomes related to the management of the functionality.
  • Expenditure control by managing and directing applications and sequences associated with the authorization and execution of expenditure transactions.
  • Monitoring transactional sequences associated with expenditure for capital and ad-hoc projects/programmes and approving transactional financial reports on projects prior to release for perusal and comment.
  • Procedures, systems and controls by manages and directs procedures, systems and controls to regulate specific operational sequences associated with the functionality.
  • Communicating to personnel through verbal and written mediums statutory and procedural requirements for adoption and compliance thereof.
  • Inspecting work sites and/or conducting observations of operational sequences and determining the extent of awareness and/or the need for corrective/remedial measures.
  • Contract and supply chain management by managing and controlling the formulation of specific contracts and tender documents and controlling contractual obligations in respect of the functionality.
  • Coordinating the drafting and reporting processes with regard to contracts/tenders and verifying details, terms and conditions, specifications, etc. and/or compliance with laid down policies, regulations and procedures.
  • Sourcing and searching, checking websites and/or contacting suppliers with a view to establishing capabilities to supply products/items based on the Municipality's requirements.
  • Personnel and performance management by supervision and control by Directs; manages and controls the key performance indicators and outcomes of personnel within the Sub-Directorate.
  • Defining/adjusting the role boundaries, workflow processes and job design against laid down service delivery requirements.
  • Determining staffing levels and preparing motivations for filling vacancies to complement functional objectives and requirements.
  • Functional activities by fire and disaster control activities by managing and controlling key dimensions and requirements associated with the provision of Fire Services and Disaster Management.
  • Mapping and/or preparing fire safety and disaster management programmes and plans aimed at co-ordinating the implementation, prioritization and allocation of responsibilities.
  • Formulating operational plans and addressing the implementation of key safety and disaster management programmes with respect to special events.
  • Emergencies by Manages, directs and monitors sequences associated with the provision of Emergency/Fire and Rescue Services.
  • Initiating and/or implementing specific management procedures during fire and rescue operations, instructing and/or leading firefighting teams and executing applications or sequences to control damage/disaster.
  • Priority and objective setting by establishing and managing the immediate and medium- to long-term objectives and priorities of the functionality.
  • Initiating and facilitating the establishment of Fire Protection Associations for the agricultural and other sectors within the municipal area (voluntary firefighting teams, etc.) and monitoring performance.
  • Fire engineering and fire protection management by managing, coordinating, and controlling the application of fire technology and fire engineering principles and assigning the execution and enforcement of Fire Protection Regulations and fire safety legislation.
  • Assessing building plans and land use applications for fire safety compliance and addressing non-conformance with laid down standards.
  • Events management by facilitating, controlling, and coordinating procedures for the staging of Events in the municipal area in accordance with relevant legislation.
  • Administering processes and procedures relating to applications for the holding of events/public gatherings.
  • Administrative functions by communication and reporting by disseminating advice, guidance and information on specific key performance areas and requirements associated with the Sub­ Directorate's functional responsibilities.
  • Participating in various meetings (Committees, management, external forums, etc.)  and consultation processes, providing comments, advice and/or guidance and responding to queries/questions, through the collection of factual information and/or presenting and elaborating on findings to substantiate outcomes.
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24 April 2026

Supplementary Valuation Roll For The Period 2022/3

PUBLIC NOTICE

INSPECTION OF SUPPLEMENTARY VALUATION

ROLL FOR THE PERIOD 2022/3

 

Notice is hereby given, in terms of the provisions of Section 49(1)(a)(i) read together with Section 78(2) of the Government: Municipal Property Rates Act (no 6 of (2004), herein after referred to as the “Act” that the Supplementary Valuation Roll 2022/3 lies open for Public Inspection at the various offices of the Municipality or the Webpage www.witzenberg.gov.za as from 17 April 2026 to 08 May 2026 An invitation is also extended, in terms of the provisions of Section 49(1)(a)(ii), read together with Section 78(2) of the Act, that any owner of immovable property or any other person may submit an objection to

the Municipal Manager regarding any matter or omission in connection with the Valuation Roll within the abovementioned period. Your attention is specifically  drawn to the provisions of Section 50(2) of the Act that any objection must refer to a particular property and not to the Valuation Roll as a whole. The prescribed form for the lodging of objections is available from under mentioned officials for the owners of the properties involved where

supplementary valuations have been completed.

 

Enquiries may be directed Ms Marizel Poole or Ms Nokutula Mtalo Tel (023) 3161854. Address: The Municipal Manager. Witzenberg Municipality, P O Box 44, Ceres, 6835.

Last published 24 April 2026

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