Current Openings at Bergrivier Municipality

• Qualifications: Basic Literacy
• Experience: One (1) years’ relevant experience required.

Requirements:

• Proficiency in at least two (2) of the official languages of the Western Cape (Afrikaans / English / Xhosa- Read, Write and Speak ∙ Ability to perform basic calculations ∙ High level of responsibility ∙ Must be prepared to enter confined spaces such as manholes, inlets, pipes and culverts ∙ Required to work outside normal working hours during emergencies and planned overtime ∙ Must perform duties in the whole area of the Municipality when required

Job Purpose:

• Perform pre- and post burial labouring activities, maintains the cleanliness of the cemetery grounds and facilities, applying laid down instructions and guidelines to ensure an acceptable level of standards are maintained

Key Performance Areas:

• Attends the preparations of the burial sites and perform general maintenance/housekeeping activities ∙
• Maintains the cleanliness of the cemetery and facilities 
• Attends to the storage and care of cleaning tools/equipment 
• Responsible for the Health and Safety compliance with statutory and procedures in order to minimise any accidents, an injuries and to maintain a healthy and safe working environment for all 
• Responsible to take part in the Municipality’s Performance Management and Development System

Deadline:19th December,2025

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• Qualifications: Small plant - Basic Literacy at NQF Level 1; Departmental Proficiency Test
• Experience: One (1) year relevant experience

Requirements:

• Proficiency in at least two of the official languages of the Western Cape (Afrikaans/ English/ isiXhosa - Read, Write and Speak) ∙ High level of responsibility ∙ Required to work outside normal working hours during emergencies and planned overtime ∙ Must perform duties in other areas of the Municipality when required ∙ The post is required to observe safety procedures during the operation of small plant work ∙ Physically fit and able bodied ∙ Required to work in all weather conditions ∙ Must be prepared to enter confined areas such as manholes, inlets, pipes and culverts ∙ Be prepared to work overtime.

Job Purpose:

• Attends to the felling of trees and / or undertakes activities associated with maintaining parks / open spaces using equipment (ride on mowers, brush cutter, chain saw) and hand held tools (spades, pickaxes, ladders, measuring tape, rope, iron pegs, pruning scissors, brooms and wheelbarrows) to cut, trim and shape verges, lawns, flower beds and overgrown shrubs, erects fencing structures and attends to specific requirements associated with the weed eradication programme in accordance with laid down instructions supporting acceptable standards of service delivery.

Key Performance Areas:

• Undertakes specific tasks / activities associated with maintenance of parks / open spaces 
• Undertakes specific activities / tasks associated with weed eradication 
• Cleans vehicles and attends to the storage and care of tools and equipment 
• Responsible for Health and Safety compliance with statutory regulations during tasks which include protocols and procedures in order to minimise any accidents, and injuries and to maintain a healthy and safe working environment for all 
• Responsible to part take in the Municipality’s Performance Management and Development System.

Deadline:19th December,2025

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Qualifications:

• Grade 12;
• Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)
• Medical Test NFPA 1582
• Experience: Must be between ages of 18-35

Requirements: ∙

• Code C1 driving licence ∙ Proficiency in at least two (2) of the official languages of the Western Cape (Afrikaans/English/isiXhosaSpeak, Read and Write) ∙ Incumbent must pass a Department Physical Test upon entry and annually thereafter ∙ Must pass a medical test preplacement/Post Offer/Baseline ∙ Must have no mental phobias related to claustrophobia (confined spaces), acrophobia (heights), bathphobia (depths), aquaphobia (water) , homophobia (blood) , achluophobia (darkness) , authophobia (isolation), and necrophobia (corpses) ∙ Physically and mentally fit ∙ Required to work shifts and overtime as and when required ∙ Required to work at any Fire Station, Fire Service Facility or Section within the area of jurisdiction by the Chief Fire Officer ∙ No criminal record

Job Purpose:

• Performs a variety of tasks associated with responding to and dealing with firefighting, emergency rescue services, rendering basic medical care, fire prevention and training activities, operating and maintaining fire equipment and apparatus, maintaining fire station facilities and related work as required under appropriate supervision in order to protect lives and property of the citizens of the municipality in accordance with the Fire Brigade Services Act (Act 99 of 1987).

Key Performance Areas:

• Once training and minimum qualification have been achieved, carry out firefighting activities and emergency operations under guidance, mentorship and supervision of seniors and officers-in-charge in order to minimize the risk to life and property as well as lives and property of the communities of the municipality 
• Preparing for emergency incidents and protection duties under guidance, mentorship and supervision of seniors and officers-in-charge in order to educate the public and maintain a high standard of safety and operational efficiency at emergency incidents as well as reducing the incidents and severity of fires, providing a safer environment for firefighters and communities 
• Preparing for emergency incidents under guidance, mentorship and supervision of seniors and officers-in-charge to ensure that equipment and vehicles are safe, available and in sound working order for operational efficiency during emergency incidents as well as to maintain a safe and hygienic working environment 
• Performs basic administrative functions under guidance, mentorship and supervision of seniors and officers-incharge to ensure that relevant records where applicable are maintained 
• Responsible to part take in the Municipality’s Performance Management and Development System

Deadline:19th December,2025

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Qualifications:

• Grade 12;
• Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)
• Medical Test NFPA 1582
• Experience: Must be between ages of 18-35

Requirements: ∙

• Code C1 driving licence ∙ Proficiency in at least two (2) of the official languages of the Western Cape (Afrikaans/English/isiXhosaSpeak, Read and Write) ∙ Incumbent must pass a Department Physical Test upon entry and annually thereafter ∙ Must pass a medical test preplacement/Post Offer/Baseline ∙ Must have no mental phobias related to claustrophobia (confined spaces), acrophobia (heights), bathphobia (depths), aquaphobia (water) , homophobia (blood) , achluophobia (darkness) , authophobia (isolation), and necrophobia (corpses) ∙ Physically and mentally fit ∙ Required to work shifts and overtime as and when required ∙ Required to work at any Fire Station, Fire Service Facility or Section within the area of jurisdiction by the Chief Fire Officer ∙ No criminal record

Job Purpose:

• Performs a variety of tasks associated with responding to and dealing with firefighting, emergency rescue services, rendering basic medical care, fire prevention and training activities, operating and maintaining fire equipment and apparatus, maintaining fire station facilities and related work as required under appropriate supervision in order to protect lives and property of the citizens of the municipality in accordance with the Fire Brigade Services Act (Act 99 of 1987).

Key Performance Areas:

• Once training and minimum qualification have been achieved, carry out firefighting activities and emergency operations under guidance, mentorship and supervision of seniors and officers-in-charge in order to minimize the risk to life and property as well as lives and property of the communities of the municipality 
• Preparing for emergency incidents and protection duties under guidance, mentorship and supervision of seniors and officers-in-charge in order to educate the public and maintain a high standard of safety and operational efficiency at emergency incidents as well as reducing the incidents and severity of fires, providing a safer environment for firefighters and communities 
• Preparing for emergency incidents under guidance, mentorship and supervision of seniors and officers-in-charge to ensure that equipment and vehicles are safe, available and in sound working order for operational efficiency during emergency incidents as well as to maintain a safe and hygienic working environment 
• Performs basic administrative functions under guidance, mentorship and supervision of seniors and officers-incharge to ensure that relevant records where applicable are maintained 
• Responsible to part take in the Municipality’s Performance Management and Development System

Deadline:19th December,2025

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Qualifications:

• Grade 12;
• Law Enforcement Officers Certificate
• Experience: Two (2) – Five (5) years’ relevant experience

Requirements:

• Code B drivers’ license ∙ Firearm proficiency ∙ Proficiency in at least two (2) of the official languages of the Western Cape (Afrikaans/English/Xhosa – Read, Write and Speak) 
• Good human relations, communications and interpersonal skills 
• Conflict handling skills 
• Ability to give attention to detail 
• High level of responsibility 
• Must work overtime/ shifts when required and perform standby duties when required ∙ Must perform duties in other areas of the municipality when required ∙ No criminal record ∙ Must be physically fit and able bodied

Job Purpose:

• Performs activities/ tasks associated with maintaining law, order, safety and security through the application of laid down policing, protection and disaster management procedures and attending to processes aimed at ensuring compliance with legislation, municipal by-laws and regulations in order to ensure any action or situation threatening safety is identified and promptly attended to.

Key Performance Areas:

• Monitors the municipal area and attends to specific security operations and acts on situations/ behavior deemed to be inappropriate or non-confirming 
• Enforces municipal by-laws, appropriate legislation (illegal squatting, water restriction control, public nuisances, keeping of animals, informal trading, advertising regulations, etc.) conditional approvals, road traffic and safety regulations 
• Co-ordinates specific activities associated with controlling traffic flow and public safety 
• Undertakes specific activities during disasters/ emergency and/ or establishes and communicates potential risk and hazard situations 
• Completes specific reports, statutory documentation and registers and performs specific tasks 
• Attends to the application of specific maintenance sequences with respect to equipment and vehicles 
• Assist with the following activities to enhance service delivery in general 
• Any other related duty as requested by the supervisor

Deadline:19th December,2025

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• Qualifications: Grade 10 with relevant electrical experience
• Experience: One (1) - Two (2) years’ experience on Mechanical Plant

Requirements:

• Departmental proficiency test ∙ Code EC Driver’s license preferably with PDP ∙ Proficiency in at least 2 of the official languages of the Western Cape (Afrikaans/English/isiXhosa - read, write & speak) 
• Good supervision, human relations, interpersonal and communication skills 
• Ability to give attention to detail 
• High level of responsibility 
• Must be physically fit and able bodied 
• Required to work in all weather conditions ∙ Must be prepared to enter confined spaces ∙ Required to work outside normal working hours during emergencies and planned overtime ∙ Must perform duties in the whole area of the municipality

Job Purpose:

• Performs tasks / activities associated with monitoring and reporting on the progress and execution of specific electrical maintenance work, transportation of material/equipment and personnel to/from work sites, and operating heavy and / or specialised vehicles

Key Performance Areas:

• Performs specific tasks/ activities at the Depot prior to and on completion of allocated maintenance assignments 
• Completes internal transactional documentation (e.g. tally sheets, log sheets, progress reports,) and related forms (vehicle checklist.) 
• Supervises and controls the activities of personnel and associated tasks 
• Allocates monitors and controls electrical network maintenance and repair work at specific sites 
• Performs specific tasks associated with electrical repair, installation and general maintenance type work 
• Performs specific tasks associated with the operation of heavy and/or specialised vehicles (Tip Trucks, Crane Trucks, etc.) during electrical maintenance activities 
• Responsible for Health and Safety compliance with statutory regulations during tasks which include protocols and procedures in order to minimise any incidents, and injuries and to maintain a healthy and safe working environment for all 
• Skills development 
• Responsible to part take in the Municipality’s Performance Management and Development System

Deadline:19th December,2025

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Qualifications:

• Grade 9 / AET Level 4 / NQF 1
• Basic electrical experience and knowledge
• Experience: 1 year relevant experience required

Requirements:

• Technical minded  Proficiency in at least 2 of the official languages of the Western Cape (Afrikaans/English and isiXhosa – Read, speak, write) · High level of responsibility · Must be physically fit and able bodied · Required to work outside normal working hours during emergencies and planned overtime ∙ Must be able to enter confined areas ∙ Required to work in all weather conditions ∙ Must perform duties in the whole area of the municipality.

Job Purpose:

• Responsible for performing labouring activities associated with providing support during electrical installation, repair and maintenance sequences by using hand held tools to excavate defined areas, laying of cables and lines, erection of poles and support structures and cleaning or clearing obstructions and overgrown vegetation interfering with overhead lines and/or at sites/locations housing electrical distribution systems and performs specific electrical activities supporting the Operator Electrical during minor works and Special Workman/Senior Electrician during major installation, maintenance and repair works, attending to the preparation of the site, laying cables, removing and replacing components on isolated circuits and conducting and reporting load test outcomes.

Key Performance Areas:

• Undertakes general laboring tasks during electrical installation, maintenance and repair works 
• Cleans worksites, stores equipment and tools and loads materials prior to departure from worksites 
• Performs activities associated with the construction and installations of medium/low voltage electrical networks 
• Performs activities and sequences associated with maintaining the functionality of medium/low voltage electrical reticulation and lighting systems 
• Responsible for Health and Safety compliance with statutory regulations during tasks which includes protocols and procedures in order to minimize any accidents, and injuries and to maintain a healthy and safe working environment 
• Responsible to take part in the Municipality`s Performance Management and Development System

Deadline:19th December,2025

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Qualifications:

• Grade 9 / AET Level 4 / NQF 1
• Basic electrical experience and knowledge
• Experience: 1 year relevant experience required

Requirements:

• Technical minded  Proficiency in at least 2 of the official languages of the Western Cape (Afrikaans/English and isiXhosa – Read, speak, write) · High level of responsibility · Must be physically fit and able bodied · Required to work outside normal working hours during emergencies and planned overtime ∙ Must be able to enter confined areas ∙ Required to work in all weather conditions ∙ Must perform duties in the whole area of the municipality.

Job Purpose:

• Responsible for performing labouring activities associated with providing support during electrical installation, repair and maintenance sequences by using hand held tools to excavate defined areas, laying of cables and lines, erection of poles and support structures and cleaning or clearing obstructions and overgrown vegetation interfering with overhead lines and/or at sites/locations housing electrical distribution systems and performs specific electrical activities supporting the Operator Electrical during minor works and Special Workman/Senior Electrician during major installation, maintenance and repair works, attending to the preparation of the site, laying cables, removing and replacing components on isolated circuits and conducting and reporting load test outcomes.

Key Performance Areas:

• Undertakes general laboring tasks during electrical installation, maintenance and repair works 
• Cleans worksites, stores equipment and tools and loads materials prior to departure from worksites 
• Performs activities associated with the construction and installations of medium/low voltage electrical networks 
• Performs activities and sequences associated with maintaining the functionality of medium/low voltage electrical reticulation and lighting systems 
• Responsible for Health and Safety compliance with statutory regulations during tasks which includes protocols and procedures in order to minimize any accidents, and injuries and to maintain a healthy and safe working environment 
• Responsible to take part in the Municipality`s Performance Management and Development System

Deadline:19th December,2025

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Qualifications:

• Grade 9 / AET Level 4 / NQF 1
• Basic electrical experience and knowledge
• Experience: 1 year relevant experience required

Requirements:

• Technical minded  Proficiency in at least 2 of the official languages of the Western Cape (Afrikaans/English and isiXhosa – Read, speak, write) · High level of responsibility · Must be physically fit and able bodied · Required to work outside normal working hours during emergencies and planned overtime ∙ Must be able to enter confined areas ∙ Required to work in all weather conditions ∙ Must perform duties in the whole area of the municipality.

Job Purpose:

• Responsible for performing labouring activities associated with providing support during electrical installation, repair and maintenance sequences by using hand held tools to excavate defined areas, laying of cables and lines, erection of poles and support structures and cleaning or clearing obstructions and overgrown vegetation interfering with overhead lines and/or at sites/locations housing electrical distribution systems and performs specific electrical activities supporting the Operator Electrical during minor works and Special Workman/Senior Electrician during major installation, maintenance and repair works, attending to the preparation of the site, laying cables, removing and replacing components on isolated circuits and conducting and reporting load test outcomes.

Key Performance Areas:

• Undertakes general laboring tasks during electrical installation, maintenance and repair works 
• Cleans worksites, stores equipment and tools and loads materials prior to departure from worksites 
• Performs activities associated with the construction and installations of medium/low voltage electrical networks 
• Performs activities and sequences associated with maintaining the functionality of medium/low voltage electrical reticulation and lighting systems 
• Responsible for Health and Safety compliance with statutory regulations during tasks which includes protocols and procedures in order to minimize any accidents, and injuries and to maintain a healthy and safe working environment 
• Responsible to take part in the Municipality`s Performance Management and Development System

Deadline:19th December,2025

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Qualification:

• Grade 12 or relevant post matric qualification preferably a NTC 3 in Water Treatment or Waste Water Treatment;
• Trade related qualification: Operators Certificate/ Waste Water Treatment Practice (N3)
• Experience: One (1) - Two (2) years’ relevant experience required

Requirements:

• Class II Operator ∙ Code B driver’s licence ∙ Proficiency in at least two (2) of the official languages in the Western Cape (Read, Write & Speak) ∙ Ability to do basic calculations ∙ High level of responsibility ∙ Ability to give attention to detail ∙ Demonstrate knowledge of process functionality within a Waste Water Treatment Works and associated installations ∙ Demonstrate knowledge of plant performance and system functionality and recording and reporting outcomes ∙ Must be physically fit and healthy ∙ Must be able to enter confined areas such as manholes, inlets, pipes and culverts ∙ Required to work in all weather conditions ∙ Required to work outside normal working hours during emergencies and planned overtime ∙ Must perform duties in the whole area of the Municipality when required

Job Purpose:

• To attend to the treatment of wastewater through the application of specific operating procedures, controlling of wastewater treatment plant performance, conducting of tests and executing approved corrective measures to ensure outcomes comply with standards and prescribed specifications and optimum operating functionality is maintained

Key Performance Areas:

• Executes specific applications related to the operations of the waste Water Treatment Plant to ensure laid down procedures and / or instructions are applied and complied during the treatment or purification process 
• Cleans operating units and attends to the disposal of waste to ensure housekeeping standards are observed supporting optimum functionality and minimizing unnecessary downtime 
• Supervises and controls the rendering of Civil Services with regard to the operations and maintenance of Waste Water Treatment Works 
• Recordkeeping and reporting on activities 
• Responsible for Health and Safety compliance with statutory regulations during tasks which include protocols and procedures in order to minimise any incidents and injuries and to maintain a healthy and safe working environment 
• Responsible to partake in the Municipality’s Performance Management and Development System

Deadline:19th December,2025