Current Vacancies at George Local Municipality

• Salary : R 331 416 – R 430 188 per annum (T10)
• Additional Service Benefits : Medical Aid, Pension, Housing Allowance (subject to prescribed requirements), 13th Cheque and Group Life Insurance Perks : If applicable None (subject to prescribed requirements)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12
• Relevant Financial Certificate
• Computer Literacy: MS Office
• 5-8 years’ relevant financial experience with supervisory experience.

COMPETENCIES:

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

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Ensure that all indigent applications conform to requirements and that the processing of applications are conducted according to prescribed guidelines
• Ensure that actions instituted against Consumers are in line with Council policy and office guidelines
• Ensure that all arrear accounts are tended to, and that control is exercised on the collection of outstanding monies
• Monitor and administer the statuses of the accounts of clients in various category accounts as listed above.
• Ensure that the number of arrangements are made for the effective management of the Credit
• Control System and the capturing of statistical documentation and information
• Ensure that all credit control requirements are implemented and adhered to in terms of the Credit Control Policy of Council
• Ensure that all sequences associated with Credit Control and Debt Collection is executed according to Council Policy
• Ensure that proper record is kept of all accounts subjected to administration, sequestration and liquidation
• Ensure all recoveries are done as arranged with account holders
• Ensure that service accounts of Personnel and Councillors / contractors are monitored and that all monies due are recovered.
• Ensure an efficient administration process; to ensure that an efficient and effective financial administration control is provided
• Ensure that final accounts reflecting debit and credit balances conforms to all aspects as contained in the Credit Control Policy
• Ensure all legal requirements are followed
• Ensure assistance is provided to clients in reaching repayment agreements according to Council’s Bylaws and Policies
• Ensure that communication channels are effective, and that information is obtained and shared
• Ensure that all staff related matters are attended to and that a safe work environment is provided

SPECIAL CONDITIONS ATTACHED TO THE POST

• The duties listed in this job description are not exhaustive, and the employer is entitled to instruct the employee at any time to carry out additional duties or responsibilities which fall reasonably within the ambit of the job description, or in accordance with operational requirements.
• Must be able to communicate in 2 of the official languages of the Western Cape
• Professional proficiency – good knowledge of functional area
• Must have good interpersonal skills
• Must be able to handle conflict situations
• Must have good communication and interpretation skills
• Must able to work under pressure
• Must be reliable and trustworthy
• Must have high work standards
• Must give attention to detail
• Must have good leadership and people skills
• Must have good administrative and numerical skills
• Must be willing to attend internal courses relative to the requirements of the post
• Ability to function independently without constant supervision
• Good knowledge of the financial legislation applicable to Local Government
• Must be willing to work after normal hours, if required
• Confidentiality and integrity (sensitive information)

Deadline:21st October,2026

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• Salary : R249 576 - R323 964 per annum (T8)
• Additional Service Benefits : Medical Aid, Pension, Housing Allowance (subject to prescribed requirements), 13th Cheque and Group Life Insurance

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 10 or equivalent technical qualification
• Basic Computer Literacy: MS Word / Excel
• Code EB Driving License with PrDP
• 3 - 5 years’ relevant experience required with supervisory experience

COMPETENCIES:

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

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Ensure instructions are clear and tasks completed within specific deadlines
• Ensure activities are executed in accordance with laid down instructions and guidelines
• Ensure that instructions are carried out and that departmental procedures are complied with
• Ensure a safe working environment during road and storm water activities, and that safety measures are applied during construction/ maintenance processess
• Ensure that proper supervision is exercised over subordinate staff and that personnel related issues are addressed
• Ensure that proper communication channels are followed to prevent costly delays
• Ensure that tools and machinery are loaded and transported safely, properly locked away to prevent any losses and accidents due to negligence
• Ensure that details of activities are accurately recorded to enable processing of personnel, time and material allocation

SPECIAL CONDITIONS ATTACHED TO THE POST

• Ability to communicate in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Friendly and outgoing personality
• Project a neat and professional image
• Must be willing to work overtime and after normal office hours
• Must work in adverse weather conditions
• Must have supervisory skills

Deadline:28th October,2026

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• Salary : R249 576 - R323 964 per annum (T8)
• Additional Service Benefits : Medical Aid, Pension, Housing Allowance (subject to prescribed requirements),
• 13th Cheque and Group Life Insurance

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 10 or equivalent technical qualification
• Basic Computer Literacy: MS Word / Excel
• Code EC1 Driver’s License with PrDP
• 3 - 5 years’ relevant experience required with supervisory experience

COMPETENCIES:

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

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Ensure that mechanisms are used to trace and open sewerage blockages
• Ensure that all sewerage related work is carried out to specification
• Ensure that activities are executed in accordance with laid down instructions and guidelines
• Ensure that instructions and departmental procedures are complied with and Occupational Health and Safety requirements adhered to
• Ensure that safety measures are applied during sewer related operations
• Ensure that details of activities are accurately recorded to enable processing of personnel, time and material allocation
• In order to establish and maintain a positive channel of communication with colleagues and the public
• Ensure that proper supervision is exercised over subordinate staff and that personnel related issues are addressed
• Ensure that proper record is submitted of all administrative requirements for record and billing purposes

SPECIAL CONDITIONS ATTACHED TO THE POST

• Ability to communicate in at least two of the official languages of the Western Cape
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Friendly and outgoing personality
• Project a neat and professional image
• Must be willing to work overtime and after normal office hours
• Must work in adverse weather conditions
• Must have supervisory skills

Deadline:28th October,2026

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• Salary : R 294 324 - R 382 116 per annum T9
• Additional Service Benefits : Medical Aid, Pension, Housing Allowance (subject to prescribed requirements),13th Cheque and Group Life Insurance

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Trade Certificate
• Preferably a Proficiency certificate, Grade 11 or equivalent N2 level certificate
• 2 – 3 years’ experience required
• Valid Code B driver's licence

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT:

• The incumbent must be able-bodied and fit.

COMPETENCIES:

• Core Professional Competencies: Managing Work, Problem Solving, Planning and Organising, Quality Orientation
• Functional Competencies: Workplace Safety, Discipline Specific Skills
• Public Service Orientation Competencies: Service Delivery Orientation, Interpersonal relationships, Communication, Customer orientation and customer focus
• Personal Competencies: Action Orientation, Resilience, Accountability and Ethical Conduct, Learning Orientation
• Management / Leadership Competencies: Direction Setting, Impact and influence, Team Orientation, Coaching and mentoring

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Ensure that illegal electricity connections are terminated, complaints tended to and new installations completed as requested by the immediate Superior.
• Ensure that all installations are functioning and that reported faults are tended to in order to provide a sustainable electrical supply.
• Ensure that faults are detected and repaired and functionality restored with minimal disruption to services.
• Ensure requirements are co-ordinated and instructions communicated to ensure the effective execution and completion of tasks.
• Confirm that equipment is in functional order and to confirm if circuits are carrying power or that power has been disconnected.
• Ensure that faults are detected, isolated and repaired and that functionality be restored with minimum interruption.
• Ensure that scheduled planned and predictive maintenance cycles and work procedures are complied with.
• Ensure that faulty or broken equipment is repaired or reinstated.
• Ensure that all relevant information is recorded and submitted according to policy.
• Ensure activities are executed in accordance with laid down procedures.
• Ensure that subordinate staff receives the necessary training and that staff requirements are met in the workplace.
• Ensure that vegetation is removed from electrical installation as a result of over growing or storm damage.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS ATTACHED TO THE POST

• Must be willing to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Must be able to work on uneven terrain.
• Must be willing to perform standby duties.
• Must be willing to receive training in Basic First Aid.
• Must be able to read and understand work plans.
• Must be able to read line diagrams.
• Must be able to work without supervision from time to time.
• Must be able to operate vehicles equipped with specialized lifting equipment.
• Must be able to perform limited switching operations on low voltage networks.

Deadline:28th October,2026