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  • Posted: Jan 27, 2026
    Deadline: Feb 12, 2026
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  • Midvaal has been coined the fastest growing municipality in Gauteng due to its rapid economic growth. Midvaal has undergone a radical change from quaint country area to booming tourist, recreational and industrial centre in Southern Gauteng. We have proven our mettle in the multi billion-rand investments that have come to Midvaal (Heineken). Midvaal has grow...
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    Director: Development and Planning MN 4074/26

    REQUIREMENTS

    • Grade 12.  Bachelor’s Degree in Town Planning or other relevant Town/Urban Planning qualifications.  
    • Computer proficient (MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).  
    • Valid driver’s License.  
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  
    • Excellent planning and organising skills.  
    • Experience with performance evaluation process.  
    • Sound working knowledge of applicable planning legislation.  
    • Registration as Professional Planner with SACPLAN or eligible for registration as a Professional Planner would be an added advantage.  
    • Ability to analyse and interpret spatial information.  
    • Project Management and Financial Management skills and experience.  
    • Meet MFMA Minimum Competency levels or qualify for dispensation.  
    • A minimum of 10 years relevant experience pertaining to Town Planning, Building Control and Land Use, and IDP functions, of which 3 years must be at a Senior Management level.

    DUTIES

    • Provide strategic leadership and oversight of the Development and Planning Unit, including Land Use Management, Urban Planning and GIS, Spatial Planning, and Integrated Development Planning (IDP). 
    • Ensure lawful, efficient administration of land use and building control in terms of applicable legislation and municipal bylaws.  
    • Oversee and enforce compliance with planning, land use and building control bylaws, ensuring orderly development and addressing contraventions within the municipal area.  
    • Lead the development, implementation and review of the IDP, Spatial Development Framework and related sector plans in alignment with municipal, provincial and national priorities. 
    • Drive spatial and forward planning to guide sustainable growth, settlement patterns, infrastructure investment and economic development. Manage Council owned land and property portfolios in support of municipal objectives. 
    • Ensure sound governance, performance, financial and human resource management within the Directorate in line with the MFMA and municipal policies. 
    • Advise Executive Management and Council on development and planning matters and coordinate intergovernmental and stakeholder engagement. 
    • Drive service excellence, innovation and regulatory efficiency within the Unit. 
    • Manage divisional operations and staff. Perform any other related tasks that may be required from time to time by management.

    CLOSING DATE: 10 FEBRUARY 2026 AT 12:00

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