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  • Posted: Aug 5, 2026
    Deadline: Aug 17, 2026
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  • Lekwa Local Municipality is situated within Mpumalanga province, and is one of seven municipalities in the Gert Sibande District. Lekwa Local Municipality is a category B municipality as it shares municipal executive and legislative authority with a category C municipality which is the Gert Sibande district.

     

    Town Planner

    • SALARY: R604 85548 PER ANNUM TASK GRADE 14

    Minimum Requirements

    • Grade 12
    • B Tech/B Degree in Town and Regional Planning
    • Professional registration with the South African Council for Planner will be an added advantage
    • Comprehensive knowledge of the Integrated Development Planning (IDP) process, Spatial Planning (SDFS, LAPS and Precinct Plans) and Land Use Management (Land Use Scheme, By-laws etc) Town Planning Schemes, Spatial Development
    • Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
    • 3-5 years relevant experience
    • Sound knowledge of Policy and legislative framework guiding local government
    • Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office)
    • The incumbent must have a valid driver's licence or have the drivers licence within 12 months of employment

    Key Performance Areas

    • Assist Manager Town Planning in developing and reviewing Spatial Development Framework, Local Area Plans, Precinct Plans, Land Use Scheme and the By-Laws,
    • Assessing development applications (Township Establishment, Rezoning, Sub-division, Consolidation, and Consent Use) and making recommendations to Authorised Officer and Municipal Planning Tribunal
    • Liaising with stakeholders on town planning matters
    • Develop and maintain Land-use Management Systems
    • To help develop and review strategic goals and objectives of Town Planning Division
    • Handle all land use challenges, township establishment, enforcement of the Town Planning Schemes
    • Update town maps
    • Provide GIS section with updated maps and land users
    • Conducting research on town planning matters to help improve operational efficiencies in the department

    Inherent requirements

    • Research and report writing capability
    • Sound and professional interpersonal skills
    • Ability to give attention to detail Administrative, and organizational skills
    • Problem Solving Skills
    • Ability to handle pressure and meet deadlines
    • Strong sense of responsibility
    • Decision making skills

    Closing Date: 2026-08-17

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    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to Lekwa Local Municipality on lekwalm.gov.za to apply

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