Current Openings at Breede Valley Municipality

Job Purpose:

• Co-ordinates and monitors the drafting, adoption and implementation processes of the Municipal Performance Management System by ensuring the smooth running of PMS and regular performance reporting as required by the applicable legislation, municipal policies and frameworks.

Duties:

• Coordinates, monitor and execute the activities, processes and outcomes associated with the Performance Management System of the municipality. 
• Coordinates the electronic performance management systems of the Municipality. 
• Coordinate the drafting and finalisation of the Top Layer / Departmental Service Delivery and Budget Implementation Plan. 
• Coordinate the drafting and finalisation of performance assessment Reports (MFMA sec 52(d), sec 71, sec 72 reports, sec 121, MSA sec 46). 
• Assists with the Annual performance / annual report. 
• Participate in audit planning by reviewing and updating the applicable business processes and submit to the immediate superior. 
• Prepare preliminary responses on request for information received by the Auditor General and submit to the immediate superior and/or relevant department, where applicable. 
• To keep track of assets and to keep office equipment in a good condition in line with the laid down procedures and applicable Policy requirements. 
• Provide administrative support during the planning and execution of IDP public participation meetings and related events, as and when required.

Minimum Requirements:

• National Diploma in Public Administration/ Public Management/ Municipal Strategic Planning/
• Performance Management or other relevant tertiary qualification (NQF level 6)
• Valid Code B driver’s license
• 3 years relevant experience
• Computer literacy (MS Office)
• Proficiency in at least two (2) of the three (3) official languages of the Western Cape

Preferred Requirements:

• Relevant B Degree (NQF Level 7)
• 5 years relevant experience

Competencies:

• Core Professional Competencies: Written Communication, Oral Communication, Attention to Detail, Influencing, Ethics & Professionalism, Organisational Awareness, Problem Solving, Planning & Organising.
• Functional Competencies: Business Processes, Use of Technology, Data Processing & Analysis. Public Service Orientation Competencies: Interpersonal Relationships, Communication, Service Delivery Orientation, Client Orientation & Customer Focus.
• Personal Competencies: Action Orientation, Resilience, Change Readiness, Cognitive Ability, Learning Orientation.
• Management/ Leadership Competencies: Impact & Influence, Team Orientation, Direction Setting, Coaching & Mentoring. 

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Job Purpose:

• Co-ordinates and controls the set-up, work in progress and completion of specialized tasks activities associated with the installation, maintenance and repair to water and sewer systems, including, monitoring and correcting the productivity and performance outputs of support personnel and, attending to routine/ general administrative recording requirements contributing to the accomplishment of departmental objectives.

Duties: 

• Communicating with the immediate superior and establishing materials and resources necessary against specific works orders. 
• Reading and interpreting drawings/ work orders detailing layout and specifications 
• Marking routes for the running in and laying of pipes and/ or measuring, marking and drilling plastered surfaces using handheld power tools
• Installing valves, flow meters and/ or bends, joints and diverts pipes using couplings and/ or seam welding techniques 
• Constructing support structures using bricklaying techniques and applying finishing procedures, sealing joints and seams and plastering/ covering open spaces
• Inspecting and identifying leaks in the system, isolating defective area and commencing with repair sequence 
• Clearing blocked drainage and wastewater systems using high pressure cleaning systems to remove debris/ trapped waste. 
• Visually examining seams, joints and welds on piping reticulation and plumbing systems, fixtures and fittings 
• Completing ‘critical inspection point’ cycle and attending to the cleaning of drainage systems 
• Ensure that the household/industrial service delivery needs are met. 
• Ensure that all Asbestos Cement pipes are replaced with new HDPE pipes. 
• Supervising personnel / subordinates, temporary employees. 
• Ensure details of activities are accurately recorded enabling the processing of personnel, time and material allocation and utilization for specific assignments.
• Ensure compliance to the OHS Act.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 10
• Trade Test Certificate Plumbing
• Valid Code C1 driver’s license with PrDP
• Proven Plumbing Skills
• Attention to detail
• 2 years relevant experience
• Proficiency in at least (2) two of the (3) three languages of the Western Cape

Competencies:

• Core Professional Competencies: Managing Work, Problem Solving, Planning & Organising, Quality Orientation.
• Functional Competencies: Discipline Specific Skills, Workplace Safety.
• Public Services Orientation Competencies: Interpersonal Relationships, Communication, Service Delivery Orientation, Customer Orientation & Customer focus.
• Personal Competencies: Action Orientation, Resilience, Ethical Conduct & Accountability.
• Management/ Leadership Competencies: Direction Setting, Impact & Influence, Coaching & Mentoring, Team Orientation. 

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Job Purpose:

• Co-ordinates and controls the set-up, work in progress and completion of specialized tasks activities associated with the installation, maintenance and repair to water and sewer systems, including, monitoring and correcting the productivity and performance outputs of support personnel and, attending to routine/ general administrative recording requirements contributing to the accomplishment of departmental objectives.

Duties: 

• Co-ordinates activities associated with the construction and installations of water and sewer networks 
• Co-ordinates activities/ sequences associated with trouble shooting/ fault finding and repairing faults in the water reticulation systems 
• Co-ordinates activities and sequences associated with maintaining the functionality of water reticulation systems 
• Coordinates activities associated with the opening of water and sewer connections 
• Perform duties relating to pipe cracking 
• Interpret and co-ordinates specific pre-work/ site requirements with regard to installation, repairs and planned and predictive maintenance sequences and guides the activities of personnel 
• Completes internal transactional documentation (e.g. time sheets, log Ongoing sheet, progress and productivity field report, etc.) and related forms (vehicle checklist)
• To adhere to health and safety regulations in terms of OHS Act.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 10
• Trade Test Certificate Plumbing
• Valid Code C1 driver’s license with PrDP
• Proven Plumbing Skills
• Attention to detail
• 2 years relevant experience
• Proficiency in at least (2) two of the (3) three languages of the Western Cape

Competencies:

• Core Professional Competencies: Managing Work, Problem Solving, Planning & Organising, Quality Orientation.
• Functional Competencies: Discipline Specific Skills, Workplace Safety.
• Public Services Orientation Competencies: Interpersonal Relationships, Communication, Service Delivery Orientation, Customer Orientation & Customer focus.
• Personal Competencies: Action Orientation, Resilience, Ethical Conduct & Accountability. Management/ Leadership Competencies: Direction Setting, Impact & Influence, Coaching & Mentoring, Team Orientation. 

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Job Purpose:

• Coordination, prioritisation of activities and effective utilisation of personnel and plant in the operations at the Water and Sewer section whilst applying contingency measures in accordance with instructions to minimize specific problems, repairs and maintenance in the water and sanitation system network.

Duties: 

• Assists the Superintendent to co-ordinates tasks/ activities associated with the implementation of procedures and, monitoring and reporting on sequences/ outcomes. 
• Assists the Superintendent to plan, prioritize and schedules water & sewer project and maintenance work. 
• Co-ordinates and controls tasks/ activities associated with controlling personnel performance, productivity and discipline. 
• Monitors and evaluates progress with regards to repair, construction, installation and maintenance type work (e.g. installation of underground pipelines, etc.) 
• Co-ordinates activities associated with the construction and installations of water and sewer networks. 
• Co-ordinates, monitors and controls water and sewer repair and construction work at specific sites. 
• To perform specific administrative tasks/ activities, delegated by the superintendent, associated with the updating and maintaining records/ information related to the activities/operations at the Depot. 
• To Adhere to health and safety regulations in terms of OHS Act.

Minimum Requirements:

• Trade Test Certificate Plumbing or equivalent technical qualification
• Valid Code C1 driver’s license with PrDP
• Computer Literacy (MS Office Applications)
• 3 years relevant experience
• Proficiency in at least (2) two of the (3) three languages of the Western Cape

Competencies

• Core Professional Competencies: Problem Solving, Planning & Organising, Organisational Awareness.
• Functional Competencies: Discipline Specific Skills, People management, Task Management, Workplace Safety, Budgeting.
• Public Services Orientation Competencies: Interpersonal Relationships, Communication, Service Delivery Orientation.
• Personal Competencies: Action and Outcome Orientation, Resilience, Ethics and Accountability.
• Management/ Leadership Competencies: Direction Setting, Impact & Influence, Coaching & Mentoring, Team Orientation.

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• Job Purpose: Coordination, prioritization of activities and effective utilization of personnel and plant in the operations at the Water and Sewer section (Touwsrivier) whilst applying contingency measures in accordance with instructions to minimize specific problems, repairs and maintenance in the water and sanitation system network.

Duties: 

• Assists the Immediate superior to co-ordinate tasks/ activities associated with the implementation of procedures and, monitoring and reporting on sequences/ outcomes. 
• Assists the Immediate superior to plan, prioritize and schedules water & sewer project and maintenance work. 
• Monitors and evaluates progress with regards to repair, construction, installation and maintenance type work (e.g. installation of underground pipelines, etc.) 
• Co-ordinates activities associated with the construction and installations of water and sewer networks. 
• Oversee the repairing of leaks and flushing units in Municipal Buildings, replacing washers, gaskets and or components and testing functionality and/or reporting defects to the immediate superior for attention. 
• Co-ordinates and controls tasks/ activities associated with controlling personnel performance, productivity and discipline. 
• Perform specific administrative tasks/ activities, delegated by the immediate superior, associated with the updating and maintaining records/ information related to the activities/operations at the Depot. 
• Adhere to health and safety regulations in terms of OHS Act.

Minimum Requirements:

• Trade Test Certificate Plumbing or equivalent technical qualification
• Valid Code C1 Drivers’ license with PrDP
• Computer literacy (MS Office Applications)
• 3 years relevant experience
• Proficiency in at least two (2) of the three (3) official languages of the Western Cape

Competencies

• Core Professional Competencies: Problem Solving, Planning and Organising & Organisational Awareness.
• Functional Competencies: Discipline Specific Skills, People Management, Task Management, Work Place Safety, Budgeting.
• Public Service Orientation Competencies: Interpersonal Relationships, Communication & Services Delivery Orientation.
• Personal Competencies: Action and Outcome Orientation, Resilience, Ethics and Accountability. Management/ Leadership Competencies: Direction Setting, Coaching & Mentoring, Impact & Influence, Team Orientation. 

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Job Purpose:

• Coordinate and facilitate public participation processes by developing and maintaining good relations with the community in accordance with the relevant legislation, policies and guidelines.

Duties: 

• Compile the ward committee operational plans based on the planning requirements agreed upon by the ward committee. 
• Facilitate the compilation of the ward development planning process. 
• Implement and monitor the ward committee operational, development plans and discretionary fund allocations. 
• Support the immediate superior with the establishment of regional forums to serve as avenue to facilitate functional information and receive public comment. 
• Attend to the logistics for the election process (Booking of venues per ward including set up and arrangement of venue). 
• Coordinate the induction of newly appointed ward committee members. 
• Provide feedback to all role players on concerns raised during ward committee and public meetings. 
• Support in the drafting of and implement Public participation plan as consulted with all Councilors and officials. 
• Update and maintain the database. 
• Liaise with the Speaker`s office, Ward Councillors, Ward Committees and Communities. 
• Interaction with the established community-based organizations regarding community development issues. 
• Prepare and submit monthly plan and reports on all Ward Committee related activities to the immediate superior. 
• Report all service delivery complaints registered in Ward Committee meetings to the internal departments and to immediate superior. 
• Ensuring that all the administration relating to the refuelling of the designated vehicle is in accordance with the applicable Municipal Policy and Procedures. 
• Adhere to Health and Safety procedures according to the OHS policy of Council.

Minimum Requirements:

• Relevant Tertiary qualification in Community Development or equivalent (NQF – Level 5)
• 2 years relevant experience
• Computer literate (MS Office)
• Valid Code B driver’s license
• Proficient in at least two (2) of the three (3) official langauges of the Western Cape

Competencies

• Core Professional Competencies: Written Communication, Oral Communication, Attention to Detail, Influencing, Ethics and Professionalism, Organisational Awareness, Problem Solving and Planning and A caring valley of excellence Organising.
• Functional Competencies: Business Processes, Use of Technology and Data Processing & Analysis.
• Public Servioce Orientation Competencies: Interpersonal Relationships, Communication, Services Delivery Orientation and Client Orientation and Customer Focus.
• Personal Competencies: Action Orientation, Resilience, Change Readiness, Cognitive Ability and Learning Orientation.
• Management / Leadership Competencies: Impact and Influence, Team Orientation, Direction Setting and Coaching and Mentoring. 

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Job Purpose:

• Monitors and controls the procedural applications, interventions and activities of the functionality through the planning and co-ordination of the Fleet Management Services (control of municipal fleet and plant) within the Municipality in accordance with the relevant legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines.

Duties: 

• Monitors and controls the activities associated with the Fleet Management Services. 
• Coordinate and control fleet and plant maintenance and administration processes. 
• Compliance with the relevant legislation. 
• Ensure that human resources needs are identified and attended to, supervise, support, and monitor performance. 
• Coordinates the functioning and processing of information associated with the section. 
• Ensure optimal utilization of the system to meet the organization’s goals and adherence to fleet management policy. 
• Performs various financial and statistical statutory reporting requirements. 
• Performs vehicle inspections on the designated vehicle. 
• Compile reports against fleet and plant in respect to repairs, maintenance and fuel and submit to the immediate superior. 
• Adherence to the OHS policy.

Minimum Requirements:

• National Diploma (NQF level 6) in either one of the following: Transport Economics or Logistics; Fleet Management; Economics; Accounting; Public Finance and Management
• 2 years relevant experience
• Valid Code B Driver’s License
• Computer skills (MS Office)
• Proficient in at least two (2) of the three (3) official langauges in the Western Cape

Competencies

• Core Professional Competencies: Oral Communication, Written Communication, Organisational Awareness, Problem Solving, Planning and Organising.
• Functional Competencies: Procurement and Tenders, Information Management and Task Management.
• Personal Competencies: Project Management, Financial Process Management, Interpersonal A caring valley of excellence Relationships, Communication, Services Delivery Orientation.
• Personal Competencies: Action and Outcome orientation.
• Management / Leadership Competencies: Resilience, Ethics and Accountability, Impact and Influence, Team Orientation, Direction Setting and Coaching and Mentoring.
   

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Job Purpose:

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

Duties: 

• Responding to fires, rescues and related emergency and non-emergency humanitarian incidents. 
• Responding to incidents involving hazardous substances. 
• Extricating and/or releasing casualties and carrying out emergency operations as directed by the level of authority. 
• Resuscitating and treating injured persons and carrying out emergency operations as directed by next level of authority. 
• Operating a range of equipment to control and extinguish fires. 
• Minimize the risk to life and property as well as save lives and property of the communities of the Breede Valley. 
• Perform Rescue work e.g. urban search and rescue, high angle and other related functions pertaining to the job. 
• Provide an effective and efficient emergency rescue service. 
• Participating in training drills, simulation exercises and physical fitness training as directed. 
• Participating in public fire and life safety education training by carrying out public demonstrations and visiting communities as directed. 
• Participating in the cleaning and maintenance of fire stations and grounds. 
• Checking, cleaning, testing and maintaining vehicles and equipment. 
• Ensure that equipment and vehicles are safe, available and sound working order for operational efficiency at emergency incidents as well as to maintain a safe and hygienic working environment. 
• Completing pro forma documentation. 
• Completes computerized occurrence log in order to maintain proper records of daily occurrences. 
• Maintaining and updating of relevant and applicable records such as shift roster, logbooks. etc.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 or higher; Firefighter I course; Hazmat Awareness; First Aid Level 3;
• Valid Code B Drivers Licence;
• Physically and Mentally fit; Medical Test NFPA 1582
• 1-year operational experience;
• No criminal record.

Other requirements:

• Good communication skills.
• Proficient in at least two of the three languages of the Western Cape Province.
• Attention to detail. 

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Job Purpose:

• Co-ordinates the application of procedures and sequences associated with the pest and weed eradication program to curb and control risks in order to ensure the provision of a clean and healthy environment conducive to and supporting a better quality of life in accordance with laid down instructions supporting acceptable standards of service delivery.

Duties:

• Compile work program with respect to expected output, tools and materials.
• Conduct inspections and investigations of residential, commercial or other occupied premises and/ or open spaces and/ or public facilities to determine the required interventions.
• Attending to complaints related to health and safety nuisances (overgrown vegetation, pest infestation etc.) and records observations. 
• Oversee the mixing of toxic chemicals in accordance with instructions and issuing pesticides and equipment to field personnel.
• Oversee the commencing with spraying sequence, holding spray hose, depressing trigger to release chemical from the tank onto affected surface areas.
• Coordinate the fumigation of buildings and various other unhygienic places within the Municipal area.
• Conducting stock counting sequences, applying control procedures using specific coding/ labels to indicate counted stock and quantities.
• Supervise the cleaning of vehicles and attend to the storage and care of cleaning tools.
• Monitor operating expenditure votes within the section with the view to identifying, investigating and notifying the immediate superior of variances and outcomes.
• Monitoring attendance/conduct and output and addressing deviations from agreed performance indicators through meetings/counselling and/or other approved methods designed to improve and motivate personnel.
• Completing instructional/operational documentation (vehicle log sheets, overtime schedules, travel claims) extracting information from field reports/activity lists and forwarding for approval and processing. 
• Ensuring that all the administration relating to the refuelling of the designated vehicle is in accordance with the applicable Municipal Policy and Procedures.
• Ensuring that all staff wear appropriate PPE when performing duties.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12
• National Certificate Pest Control
• Registration at the department of Agriculture as a Pest controller in a field of Industrial Vegetation and Noxious Weeds, Structural Pest Control and Fumigation (Act No. 36 of 1947)
• Valid Code EB driver’s license
• 2 years relevant experience
• Computer Literate (MS Word)
• Proficient in at least two (2) of the three (3) official languages in the Western Cape

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Job Purpose:

• Co-ordinates and controls the set-up, work in progress and completion of specialized tasks activities associated with HV/MV electrical network contributing to the accomplishment of departmental objectives.

Duties:

• Providing guidelines and specific instructions to personnel with respect to the preparation of work site for major/ minor works and/ or setting up of traffic signage. Perform activities and sequences associated with maintaining the functionality HV/MV (Primary Function) and LV (Secondary Function) electrical reticulation systems. Construct and install new or upgrade existing electrical networks including cables, transmission lines, substations, transformers, distribution and metering panels and service connections. Conducting tests to diagnose and determine the nature of the fault and communicating with the immediate superior on the possibility of re-routing supply during major disruption/ repair work. 
• Performs specialized tasks such as high voltage cable fault finding, termination and jointing, line stringing and tensioning, high voltage switchgear and transformer maintenance. Ensure proper and efficient planned, preventative and emergency maintenance in accordance with the specifications and in compliance with the relevant safety legislation. Marking routes for the running in and laying of cables and positioning of supporting structures (poles) and providing guidance to personnel on specific activities (e.g., cleaning of conductors, binding and strapping, stripping of individual conductors.). Jointing and termination of medium voltage cable, line stringing and tensioning, medium voltage switchgear. 
• Engaging controls to operate mechanisms (cherry picker / mounted cranes) to facilitate specific sequences (hoisting, overhead repairs, etc). Monitoring attendance/conduct and output and addressing deviations from agreed performance indicators through meetings/counselling and/or other approved methods designed to improve and motivate personnel. Leading and guiding staff. 
• Maintaining staff discipline and dealing with disciplinary and grievance interventions timeously, fairly and in terms of established policies and procedures. Supervise contractors and temporary employees (EPWP) whilst executing duties. Referring to work schedules and registers to correct deviations in entries raised during processing. Ensure a well-maintained designated vehicle and the accurate capturing of kilometres in accordance with the laid down Procedures, Policies and guidelines. Adheres to technical A caring valley of excellence standards and safety legislation by complying with procedures, policies instructions and guidelines. 
• Carry our safety inspections as required by immediate superior.

Minimum Requirements:

• Trade Test Electrical Artisan
• 2 years relevant experience in an electrical environment
• Valid Code C1 + PrDP Driver’s License
• Valid ORHVS Certificate
• Valid Certificate of competence in Operating a Mobile Elevating Work platform (MEWP)
• Supervisory skills
• Proficient in at least two (2) of the three (3) official languages in the Western Cape

Preferred Requirements:

• N4 Electrical Engineering Certificate + Wireman’s License
• Valid Crane Operator Certificate
• Valid Code EC Driver’s License
• 3 years relevant experience as an Electrician in an electrical environment 

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Job Purpose:

• Co-ordinates and controls the set-up, work in progress and completion of specialized tasks / activities associated with LV 400 V electrical network infrastructure in accordance with laid down electrical standards, regulations and legislation.

Duties:

• Providing guidelines and specific instructions to personnel with respect to the preparation of work site for major/ minor works and setting up of traffic signage. Marking routes for the running in and laying of cables and positioning of supporting structures (poles) and providing guidance to personnel on specific activities (e.g. cleaning of conductors, binding and strapping, stripping of individual conductors). 
• Construct and install new or upgrade existing electrical network infrastructure including cables, distribution lines, substations, transformers, distribution and metering installations and service connections etc. Jointing and termination of low voltage cable, line stringing and tensioning, low voltage switchgear. Perform maintenance on electrical LV networks including all associated electrical equipment. 
• Maintain electricity networks, electrical protection and metering devices, standby generators, building electrical, pump stations (electrical switchgear) and mechanical installations. Conducting tests to diagnose and determine the nature of the fault and communicating with the immediate superior on the possibility of re-routing supply during major disruption/ repair work. Performs specialized tasks such as low voltage cable fault finding, termination and jointing, line stringing and tensioning, low voltage switchgear and transformer maintenance to ensure proper and efficient planned, preventative and emergency maintenance in accordance with the specifications and in compliance with the relevant safety legislation. Engaging controls to operate mechanisms (cherry picker) to facilitate specific sequences (hoisting, overhead repairs and rigging etc.) Leading and guiding staff. Monitoring attendance /conduct and output and addressing deviations from agreed performance indicators through meetings /counselling and/or other approved methods designed to improve and motivate personnel. Maintaining staff discipline and dealing with disciplinary and grievance interventions timeously, fairly and in terms of established policies and procedures. Referring to work schedules and registers to correct deviations in entries raised during processing. Transporting personnel / material and monitoring the off-loading of materials and equipment. Adheres to technical standards and safety A caring valley of excellence legislation by complying with the OHS Act, procedures, policies and guidelines. Monitor that Contractors adhere to Health and Safety regulations in terms of Municipal By-law, policies, procedures and guidelines.

Minimum Requirements:

• Trade Test Electrical Artisan
• 2 years relevant experience in an electrical environment
• Valid Code C1 + PrDP Driver’s License
• Valid ORHVS Certificate
• Valid Certificate of competence in Operating a Mobile Elevating Work platform (MEWP)
• Supervisory skills
• Proficient in at least two (2) of the three (3) official languages in the Western Cape

Preferred Requirements:

• N4 Electrical Engineering Certificate + Wireman’s License
• Valid Crane Operator Certificate
• Valid Code EC Driver’s License
• 3 years relevant experience as an Electrician in an electrical environment

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Job Purpose:

• Coordinate the functioning of the Valuations Section to ensure that professional property valuations are performed within the legal boundaries of the Breede Valley Municipality as prescribed by the Municipal Property Rates Act of 2004, as amended.

Duties: 

• Planning and oversee the execution of the General as well as Supplementary Valuations in specified time frames according to the MPRA and relevant legislation and policies. 
• Coordinating the recording of sequences associated with valuations in accordance with stipulated legislation and resolutions. 
• Assist with Evaluation of tenders received in accordance with the set specifications and general conditions of the contract. 
• Monitor the valuer in terms of the valuation contract specifications as well as the requirements of the MPRA. 
• Responsible for all the administrative duties in relation to the general and interim valuations. 
• Coordinating and interacting with various departments and own section to ensure the finalization of the valuation. 
• Collect the valuation roll from the valuers and present the documentation to the immediate superior. 
• Present the valuation roll for signature to the Municipal Manager. 
• Advertise valuation roll in the provincial gazette and Media according to Section 49 of the MPRA.  
• Administrate objections from the public and ensure that the valuer received all the objection forms and attend to it. 
• Coordinate and control the implementation of policies, procedures and systems associated with the functionality. 
• Keep abreast with property valuation developments and legislation (MPRA, MFMA, National and Provincial Treasury directives, etc.) by conducting searches into best practices with a view to aligning with internal processes and standing operating procedures. 
• Perform monthly reconciliations by comparing the valuation system totals to the Billing system valuations. 
• Draw up and maintenance of the register of properties in accordance with section 23 of the MPRA. 
• Monitor the contractual progress of the appointed external valuation contractor, appointed by Council. 
• Control and coordinate the operational activities of the appointed contractor and exercise control over work to ensure that correct valuations are obtained. 
• Compile and submit a report on valuation activities and submit to the immediate superior. 
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the level of effective and efficient communication of the Valuation Section and provide professional service.
• Responsible for the supervision and control of subordinates. 
• Ensure proper maintenance of office equipment and asset control. 
• Ensure a well-maintained designated vehicle and the accurate capturing of kilometres in accordance with the laid down Procedures, Policies, and guidelines. 
• Comply with the Occupational Health and Safety policy of Council.

Minimum Requirements:

• National Diploma in Property Valuations / Estate Management or equivalent – NQF Level 6
• Valid Code B Driver’s license
• 3 years relevant
• Computer literacy (MS Office)
• General knowledge of property valuation process
• Good Numerical skills
• Good human relations, communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in at least two of the three languages in the Western Cape

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Job Purpose:

• To perform various managerial, administrative and technical tasks associated with the interpretation, application and enforcement of provisions of conducting fire code regulatory and technical fire safety inspections, perform functions as Fire Investigation Officer; in terms of the Fire Brigade Services Act (99 of 1987).

Duties: 

• Prepare annual plan for Fire Safety section in accordance with statutory requirements encapsulated in relevant legislation (SANS 10090 etc.) with a view to aligning functions and service delivery objectives against the capacity and capability of the section. 
• Interpret, apply and enforce provisions of fire prevention, hazardous materials and fire safety laws, ordinances and related fire protection regulations. 
• Develop, organize and implement public fire and life safety education programmes for communities and identified sectors of the community. 
• Conducting fire cause determination and fire investigation during incidents by performing on site analysis through specialist interpretative fire cause techniques and on scene interviews with witnesses. 
• Supervise and control the activities of personnel and associated tasks. 
• Undertakes resource management activities of property, plant and equipment assigned to section. 
• Ensure that efficient records are maintained, and that departmental policies and procedures are complied with. 
• Ensure efficient communications with all stakeholders. Ensure customer satisfaction with all stakeholders. ensure a well-maintained designated vehicle and the accurate capturing of kilometres in accordance with the laid down Procedures, Policies and guidelines. 
• Ensure a safe and healthy workspace for all employees.

Minimum Requirements:

• SAESI Diploma in Fire Service Technology or IFE Diploma in Fire Engineering Science; or an equivalent service-related qualification
• Certificate in Fire Investigation
• 6 years continuous service in a recognized Fire Services environment.
• Valid Code C Driver’s License
• Excellent computer skills (MS Word)
• Knowledge of municipal functionalities
• A caring valley of excellence
• People management skills, interpersonal and communications skills
• Able to investigate and respond to customer complaints
• Proficient in at least two (2) of the three (3) official languages in the Western Cape

Preferred Requirements:

• Fire Prevention 1 or equivalent
• 2 years’ experience in the Fire Safety Environment

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Job Purpose:

• Co-ordinates and manages the operations of the By- Law Enforcement and Security services section according to the relevant legislation.

Duties: 

• Communicating with the immediate superior on specific Key Performance Areas (Bylaw Enforcement, Road Safety, Public Safety) with a view to aligning functions and service delivery objectives against the capacity and capability of the Section 
• Providing input to the immediate superior on operational needs for consideration during the preparation of the annual budget 
• Participating in operational discussions/meetings and elaborating/ presenting factual information to support the status of activities, progress/constraints/quality and cost dimensions associated with current maintenance programs or urgent works 
• Ensuring the implementation of legislation, policies and procedures 
• Coordinate specific activities associated with controlling traffic flow and public safety 
• Coordinate the activities of the law enforcement officers by ensuring that the area are patrolled and monitored for bylaw transgressions, minor traffic offences and safekeeping of municipal amenities within the Breede Valley Municipality 
• Direct and control the safeguarding of council property through effective action 
• Maintain all bylaws of the Breede Valley Municipality and all others promulgated in Provincial Gazettes 
• Monitoring attendance/conduct and output and addressing deviations from agreed performance indicators through meetings/counselling and/or other approved methods designed to improve and motivate personnel 
• Monitoring/reviewing capital and operating expenditure of the Section and implementing various checks and balances with a view to identifying, investigating and notifying the immediate superior/line manager of variances and outcomes 
• Provide input into strategies to curb corruption and establish/implement control measures to limit the opportunity for corruption 
• Responsible for the assessment of vehicle, plant and equipment condition by perusal of inspection documentation, service records and registers with a view of identifying with risks and the availability of alternative courses of action 
• Interact with internal and external stakeholders and members of the public 
• Attend Law-Enforcement meetings (Community Police Forum meetings, Neighborhood Watch meetings etc.) 
• Ensuring the effective operations of security service provider at Municipal sites and buildings 
• Participate in meetings with the Service providers to keep abreast with challenges within their organisation 
• Monitor and ensure that animal welfare is being adhered to 
• Collating information from reports, inspections and contractual documentation for inclusion into management reports 
• Ensure that the health and safety concern and needs of the section are addressed appropriately through the Health and Safety Committee.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Basic Training Qualification (accredited training institution)
• Relevant National Diploma
• Valid Code B driver’s license
• 8 years’ or more relevant experience required inclusive of proven supervisory/ managerial experience
• No criminal record
• Computer skills – MS Office
• Proficient in at least two (2) of the three (3) languages of the Western Cape

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• Job Purpose: Co-ordinates and manages the operations of the section, inclusive of monitoring and implementing procedures, establishing resource requirements, planning and scheduling maintenance programmes and evaluating outcomes, monitoring and attending to deviations in productivity and performance and attending to specific administrative and information reporting requirements and processes.

Duties: 

• Providing input to the immediate superior on operational needs for consideration during the preparation of the annual budget. 
• Preparing resource allocation schedules (cost, material and time spread) and priority programmes for execution, attending and participating in departmental meetings and/or conducting briefing sessions with supervisory personnel and/or contractors, explaining requirements and outcomes. 
• Assessing the adequacy of procedures, systems and controls associated with vehicle, plant, equipment and material availability and utilization. 
• Inspecting vehicles, tools, plant, facilities and surroundings, managing assets through laid down planned maintenance and control systems, and arranging for defects and/or maintenance requirements to be attended to. 
• Monitors and evaluates progress with regards to repair, installation and maintenance work (irrigation systems, parks, trees, opens spaces, etc.) by: Communicating, liaising and providing information to residents/general public on activities and work sequences associated with parks and cemeteries maintenance programmes.
• Communicating with service providers/contractors and technical departmental personnel. 
• Participating in project handover inspections and verifying scope of contract against actual outcomes prior to confirming approval/ acceptance. 
• Communicating to the immediate superior through the verbal and written mediums statutory and procedural requirements for adoption and compliance. 
• Inspecting work sites and/or conducting observations of work sequences and determining extent of awareness and/or the need for corrective/remedial measures.
•  Monitoring/reviewing capital and operating expenditure of the Section and implementing various checks and balances with a view to identifying, investigating and notifying the immediate superior/line manager of variances and outcomes. 
• Leading and managing staff in the Section to ensure that they meet their career objectives and the Directorate’s objectives in line with Council’s requirements and resource constraints. 
• Coordinating processes and practices associated with the verification of invoices for completed works submitted by service providers. 
• Collating information from field reports, inspections and contractual documentation for inclusion into management reports. 
• Ensure all staff adhere to standard operating
• A caring valley of excellence procedures and instructions when utilizing equipment.

Minimum Requirements:

• National Diploma in Horticulture
• Valid Code B Drivers’ license
• 3 years relevant experience
• Computer literacy (MS Office Applications)
• Good supervisory, human relations, interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency in at least two (2) of the three (3) official languages of the Western Cape