Current Jobs at Midvaal Local Municipality

REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12. National Diploma or Degree in Town & Regional Planning, Land Use Management or related field. Registration with SACPLAN as technical planner or professional planner will be an added advantage.
• Registration or eligibility to register as a Peace Officer.will be an added advantage. Meet MFMA minimum Competency requirements or qualify for dispensation will be an added advantage. Computer Literate (MS Word, Excel & PowerPoint). Proficiency in report writing and recordkeeping Valid driver’s licence. 

DUTIES 

• Land Use Compliance & Enforcement: Conduct site inspection to ensure compliance with land use regulations and zoning schemes. Responsible for the land use audit of the municipality. Investigate and respond to complaints related to unauthorized land use, illegal building work, and zoning contraventions. Issue land use contravention notices and follow up to ensure corrective action is taken.
• Consider, comment on or make recommendations on any land use enforcement matter associated with or depending on land use rights Liaise with corporate Legal section for the processing of legal action against noncompliant property owners. Perform any tasks associated with the monitoring of land use in line with the Land Use Scheme and any other planning legislation
• Processing & Evaluating Applications: Evaluate and assess land use applications for compliance and ensure conclusion of findings to support decision making Accept and process land use applications, rezoning requests, consent use, and site development plans. Conduct preliminary assessments to ensure applications align with municipal planning policies and regulations.
• Provide advice and make information available to the public, landowners, stakeholders or authorities regarding the status of land use enforcement and zoning compliance, legal procedures and relevant processes Collaborate with town planners and other municipal departments to facilitate the approval process.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Liaison: Communicate with property owners, developers, and businesses regarding land use and zoning compliance. Provide guidance and information on land use applications and zoning requirements. Educate the public on municipal planning regulations and assist with inquiries.
• Reporting & Documentation: Maintain accurate records of complaints, inspections, contraventions, and enforcement actions. Compile reports on land use compliance, application processing and enforcement activities. Prepare documentation and evidence for legal proceedings when required. Perform any other related ad hoc tasks as instructed by management from time to time.

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REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12.  A (threeyear bachelor’s degree or National Diploma with majors in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Risk Management and/or Auditing or equivalent NQF6.  Must be computer literate and have knowledge of windows spread sheet applications.

DUTIES

•  Assist with the billing process (rates and service charges).  
• Assist with customer care in the income section (customer queries, complaints etc.).  
• Assist with cashiering when required.  
• Assist with the completion of National Treasury reporting templates.
•  Assist with the compilation of recons.  Other administrative functions.
•  Assist with Expenditure and SCM related functions.
•  Assist with Asset Management functions.  
• Assist with Risk, Insurance Claims & Compliance matters.

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REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 10. Lifeguard Certificate. Level 1 First aid certificate. Swimming skills is a must. Ability to remain calm and act quickly. Excellent interpersonal, communication & office management skills

DUTIES

• Opening and closing the pool each day according to scheduled hours. Regularly treat the pool with the correct amount of chemicals and ability to operate swimming pool system. Closely monitoring activities related to the pool area, identifying any safety issues throughout shift.
• Directing swimmers out of water in dangerous conditions. Closely monitoring weather reports to make sure guests remain safe.
• Organizing and overseeing pool activities. Providing learn to swim lessons and coaching when applicable. Maintaining a clean pool environment.
• Check the pH levels and adjust chlorine levels to maintain a hygienic swimming environment. Checking guests in and out, enforcing pool ability rules and rotating between Lifeguard chairs to watch over swimmers and perform rescues if need be.
• During offseason be able to perform sport and recreation activities and any other related Ad Hoc tasks and duties as requested by management (supervisor) from time to time.

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REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12. National Diploma or equivalent qualification in Financial Management or Accounting. Code 08 (EB) driver’s license. Computer Literate (Solar, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint). Good telephone etiquette. Excellent organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

DUTIES

• To assist in dealing with all account-related matters by ensuring a productive and responsible for efficient service to the public. Opening of new accounts, transferring of meters to new accounts, and updating of customer data by ensuring that all account information is accurate and complete.
•  Capture meter readings. Handle all account enquiries over the counter and telephonically.
• Give accurate recordings, balances on accounts and payments. Attend to all queries with attorneys regarding handed over accounts. Provide accurate information needed for legal procedures to recover arrears and minimize outstanding debt. Making payment arrangements with customers.
• Correcting handover accounts journals to ensure that corrections are done for effective service delivery. Perform any other related Ad Hoc task and duties as requested or required by management (supervisor) from time to time.

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REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12  Code 10 (C1) driver’s license with PDP. Certificate in operating a TLB Machine  Excellent communication and supervisory skills. Excellent Skilful handling and operating of TLB Machine.  Excellent knowledge of various hand tools and electrical equipment.  
• A hard working and selfdisciplined person. 02 to 03 years of relevant experience working in an electrical environment, within a Local Government Authority, operating a TLB machine.

DUTIES

• Operating vehicle daily productively and ensuring that safety and traffic rules are followed.  
• Ensures and protects the vehicle and the work area with road signs for the safety of road users during the excavation process.
•  Operates the TLB for digging of trenches and general road excavations to ensure effective construction and maintenance of electrical related matters.
•  Cooperates fully and consultation with the supervisors of the section through receiving and dispatching of works orders to ensure productivity as a prime work purpose to fulfil the service delivery to the rate payers of the council. Responsible for the cleanliness, lubricating and works orders regarding all maintenance on vehicle  
• Perform any other related ad hoc tasks as instructed by the Supervisor from time to time.

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REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 10.  Grade 12 (added advantage).  Valid Driver’s License with valid PDP.  
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills (must be bilingual) to deal politely and effectively with the public.
•  Ability to follow & execute given instructions, ability to read & write.

DUTIES

• Operations and housekeeping: understanding of the Norms and Standards, Regulations and legislation governing the Municipal waste facilities. Inspect the site prior to opening to the public. Ensure that all waste materials are properly sorted and deposited. Ensure that all waste materials improperly deposited or scattered on the site are collected and deposited in the correct locations and other housekeeping duties as required.
• Ensure that work activity is carried out according to the Waste Management Licence conditions and/ as per the relevant Norms and Standards for the site.  Opens and Closes the waste site in accordance to work schedule.  Performs the responsibilities of the position within the legislative and regulatory standards set out in the National Environmental Management Act and the National Environmental Waste Management Act.
• Recycling and Green Waste Chipping: Ensure that recycling bins are free of garbage and nonrecyclable items. Ensure that the green waste to be chipped is free of foreign materials.  Professional and effective access controlling and spotting at dumping site:  Visual inspection of waste, screen for prohibited wastes and record waste loads.  
• Directing or redirecting drivers to specific dumping points on site.  Redirecting driver to alternative dump sites if waste may not be dumped at specific site.  Control traffic entering and exiting the disposal site; Record and maintain daily records of vehicles, quantity and type of waste entering the disposal site. 
• Be able to provide information and respond to complaints and inquiries regarding standards and procedures at the waste site. Prohibits scavenging attempts and ensures adherence to Safety Regulations and report any accidents or unsafe conditions immediately to the Supervisor or Manager. Assist with the control of the landfill site and/ transfer station, in the absence of the Site Supervisor.  Perform any other related Ad Hoc tasks and duties within waste management section as may be delegated by the supervisor/manager

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REQUIREMENTS

• Basic Literacy or Grade 10.  Grade 12 (added advantage).  Valid Driver’s License (added advantage).  Excellent interpersonal & communication skills (must be bilingual).  Ability to follow & execute given instructions.  
• Good physical health, basic skill & know how of doing physical work.  A hardworking selfdisciplined person.  Must be a resident of Midvaal Local Municipality 01year relevant experience in general work related to Waste management within a municipality.

DUTIES

• Perform litter control and any other general labour consistent with operating a waste disposal facility. General upkeep of landfill and transfer station operations. Assisting at recycling centre when needed. Assist spotters with directing and controlling landfill and transfer station traffic. Refuse removal from households and business premises. Sweeping of streets, sidewalks, taxi and bus ranks.
• Picking of litter along the streets and main roads, including public open spaces. Empty street and public dustbins. Cleaning of public street, taxi and bus ranks, open spaces. Cleaning of municipal buildings and facilities. Responsible to clean and remove weeds on the pavements.
• Responsible for loading and offloading of materials and equipment of the section as and when required. Perform any other related Ad Hoc tasks and duties within waste management section as may be delegated by the supervisor/manager

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REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12. National Diploma in Environmental Management/sciences/law or equivalent qualification. Relevant B degree or B Tech Environmental Law/management/sciences/or equivalent qualification will be an added advantage.
• SACNASP/EAPASA/SAATCA Registration will be an added advantage. Municipal Experience and Environmental Management Inspector (EMI) training Grade 2 or 3 will be added advantage. Code 08 Driver’s License.

DUTIES

• Coordinate and implement pollution control strategies, promote sustainability development and conservation of natural resources. Ensure legal compliance of principles of sustainability development. Coordinate Municipal comments on EIA processes and reports. Provide comments on environmental impact assessments (EIAs), environmental management programme reports, mine closure reports and other technical reports. Conduct and coordinate environmental education, awareness campaigns and training.
• Coordinate compliance, monitoring and enforcement activities for the Municipality. Conduct regular compliance monitoring at industries. Conduct internal audits on the status of compliance, with regards to the conditions set out by the EA and EMPr, as well as providing recommendations to improve overall environmental compliance. Responsible for implementation of projects like recycling, waste minimization, separation at source or waste to energyefficiency improvements.
• Assist in the development of waste and environmental management Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Logistical management of assets. Manage and maintain specific administrative and reporting requirements associated with the key performance and result indicators. Attend to complaints related to environmental management.
• Coordinate and control the implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting sequences of outcomes associated with plans and programmes designed to accomplish key service delivery objectives with respect to the environmental management in order to ensure the provision of a clean and healthy environment conducive to and supporting a better quality of life in Midvaal. Perform any other related ad hoc duties as required by management, from time to time.

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REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 10. Grade 12 will be an added advantage.
•  Technical Qualification in Roads & Stormwater will be an added advantage. – Code C1 driver’s licence with PDP.  Excellent communication, reading and writing skills.
•  Experience in road building, road maintenance and storm water, concrete work, road marking and general civil engineering building work.
•  A hard working and selfdisciplined person.  Experience in operating a grader, TLB and other road work machinery and or equipment will be an added advantage.  
•  Two to three (2-3) years’ relevant experience within a roads & stormwater environment. Experience roads & stormwater within a local government authority will be an added advantage.

DUTIES

• To supervise and assist the team members to ensure that all road & storm water activities are executed in terms of work orders received. Driving heavy motor vehicles and transporting labourer team to and from work sites.
• Assists in the maintenance of road & storm water systems. Loading and offloading of materials and equipment. Responsible for general maintenance of equipment used.
• Responsible for general administration and filing of worksorders. Responsible for productive and effective use of equipment and resources to ensure effective service delivery.
• Must have knowledge in the maintenance of roads and stormwater. Must have knowledge in operating machines used in road maintenance such as pedestrian roller, asphalt cutter, concrete saw cutters etc. Responsible for discipline and control over subordinates. Attend to public complaints as per instruction of a supervisor. Perform any other related ad hoc tasks as instructed by the Supervisor from time to time.

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REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 10.  Grade 12 will be an added advantage.  Driver’s License Code C1 (10) with Public Drivers Permit (PDP). Communication and interpersonal skills.

 Skills and competencies associated with vocation:

• adaptability, communication, problem solving skills and attention to detail.
•  A hardworking selfdisciplined person.  Two (02) years relevant driving experience within Local Government Authority.

DUTIES

• Driving a truck, loading and offloading of material of the section to ensure productivity and enhance performance for effective service delivery.  Plan daily tasks and moving from one place to the next according to instruction/works order from the Foreman/Supervisor.
• Ensure the waste is securely contained and covered to prevent it from escaping or causing hazards during transit. Ensure that the waste is transported only to facilities or places that are legally authorized to accept. such waste. Take all reasonable steps to prevent any spillage of waste or littering from the vehicle during collection and transport. Follow all municipal safety policies and procedures, including always wearing appropriate PPE.
• Strictly adhere to all national and local traffic laws and regulations in South Africa.  Administrative duties. Maintain accurate logs of collected waste volumes, completed mileage, fuel consumption and any incidents or issues encountered. Communicate effectively with supervisors, team members, customers or community members regarding any delays or issues in collection schedules.
• Promptly reports any mechanical issues, malfunctions, or damage to the vehicle or its specialized equipment to the supervisor or maintenance department. Conduct daily pretrip and posttrip inspections of the vehicle.  Assisting in any other work when there is no work at the driving sub section to ensure effective service delivery.  Perform any other Ad Hoc tasks and duties as requested or required by management (supervisor) from time to time.

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REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 10.  Grade 12 will be an added advantage.  Driver’s License Code C1 (10) with Public Drivers Permit (PDP). Communication and interpersonal skills.

 Skills and competencies associated with vocation:

• adaptability, communication, problem solving skills and attention to detail.
•  A hardworking selfdisciplined person.  Two (02) years relevant driving experience within Local Government Authority.

DUTIES

• Driving a truck, loading and offloading of material of the section to ensure productivity and enhance performance for effective service delivery.  Plan daily tasks and moving from one place to the next according to instruction/works order from the Foreman/Supervisor.
• Ensure the waste is securely contained and covered to prevent it from escaping or causing hazards during transit. Ensure that the waste is transported only to facilities or places that are legally authorized to accept. such waste. Take all reasonable steps to prevent any spillage of waste or littering from the vehicle during collection and transport. Follow all municipal safety policies and procedures, including always wearing appropriate PPE.
• Strictly adhere to all national and local traffic laws and regulations in South Africa.  Administrative duties. Maintain accurate logs of collected waste volumes, completed mileage, fuel consumption and any incidents or issues encountered. Communicate effectively with supervisors, team members, customers or community members regarding any delays or issues in collection schedules.
• Promptly reports any mechanical issues, malfunctions, or damage to the vehicle or its specialized equipment to the supervisor or maintenance department. Conduct daily pretrip and posttrip inspections of the vehicle.  Assisting in any other work when there is no work at the driving sub section to ensure effective service delivery.  Perform any other Ad Hoc tasks and duties as requested or required by management (supervisor) from time to time.

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REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 10. Grade 12 will be an added advantage. Valid code 10 or 14 driver’s license with PDP. Heavyduty machine Operating Certificate Excavator /Landfill Compactor and Bulldozer certificate (NQF 2). Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Three (03) years relevant experience operating an excavator experience within Local Government Authority will be an added advantage.

DUTIES

• Operations: Responsible for operating heavy duty machine such as bulldozer, landfill compactor or any other on landfill sites, transfer stations. Spread out and compact waste as per the norms and standard and relevant Waste Management Licences Cell construction and closure.
• Responsible for maintenance of access roads within the site to ensure efficient movement of vehicles Responsible to execute daily works order received from the Site Supervisor and/ or Foreman. Fleet maintenance and Monitoring: Inspecting equipment for defects and maintaining records of repairs performed.
• Responsible for all equipment which are used in association with the position. Monitoring machinery functions such as oil levels and coolant levels to ensure safe operation. Compliance with relevant legislations: Ensure compliance to predetermined compacting methods.
• Coordinating with other workers to ensure that operations onsite meet safety standards. Responsible for all safety requirements and ensuring those safety regulations are followed when using equipment. Perform any other related ad hoc tasks and duties as requested or required by Supervisor and Foreman from time to time.

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REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12.  National Diploma or relevant equivalent NQF6 qualification in Information Technology.  Computer Literate (proficiency in MS Office Suite).
•  Knowledge of networking concepts.  Valid driver’s license.  Knowledge of Microsoft Operating Systems, Microsoft 365 Administration.
•  Experience of Server and system/application administration.  Advanced IT troubleshooting, configuration and repair skills Advanced knowledge of Manage Engine Service Desk.  
• Ability to multitask, maintain focus under pressure, and always ensure accuracy and attention to detail.  Good communication skills and report writing.
•  Knowledge of switches and routers 3 to 5 years relevant experience within an IT environment.

DUTIES

• Provide technical, IT related, services to endusers, including technical support, software and hardware installation, and assisting with troubleshooting queries.  Attend to all calls logged on IT Helpdesk. provide technical support related to application software systems and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Provide facilitation: Facilitate meetings with customers and interpret, assess, and evaluate customer business requirements to establish project scope and design criteria for systems.
• Documentation Management:  maintain an application documentation library to ensure all systems and processes are well documented.  Responsible to perform the daily System and Server Checklist.  
• Ensure that all endpoint devices, servers, backups, and services are functioning optimally.  Perform any other related ad hoc tasks as requested or instructed by supervisor (management) from time to time.

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REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12. Grade 12 with Maths & Accounting as subject will be an added advantage. Computer Literate N Diploma or Certificate in accounting or finance will be an added advantage. Valid Driver’s License will be an added advantage.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication & office management skills. Knowledge of swimming pool rules & regulations will be an added advantage. 1 Year relevant experience as a cashier or customer care.

DUTIES

• Log on to cash drawer program. Receive cash payment and issue receipts. Preparation for balancing daily takings. Compare money received with cashier trial run. Balance daily money received. Complete bank slip deposit.
• Seal all cash in money bags to cash management company. Cash management company signs for money bags and issue a receipt to supervisor or cashier on duty. 
• Generate weekly, monthly and quarterly reports. Cashier close, lock the cash register and the float in vault. Ensure correct balancing of money received for a pool and adhere to cash management policy of council. Perform any other related Ad Hoc tasks and duties as requested or required by management from time to time.