Jobs at Govan Mbeki Municipality

Requirements:

• Grade 12
• B.Sc, B.Eng or B.Tech in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s Code B (08) license
• Experience in conveyance, pumping, treatment and disposal of sewer and/or potable water
• Eight (8) years or more relevant experience preferably in local government
• Registration as a Professional Engineer or Technologist with ECSA or eligible for registration
• Computer Literacy

The successful applicant / candidate must possess competencies as published in Annexure A of the Local Government:
Municipal Staff Regulations promulgated in Government Gazette 45181 of 20 September 2021
Key Performance Areas:
Manage the water, scientific services and sanitation functions with specific reference to:

• Collecting and conveying waterborne sewerage / treating sewerage to standards to allow discharge to a watercourse / on site sanitation by understanding the interaction of the functions of the sewerage department with other departments.
• Monitor performance, conveyance, treatment statistics, staff matters, projects and budgets by scrutinizing reports.
• Develop, manage and implement maintenance plans for water and sanitation infrastructure.
• Correct and guide subordinates in implantation of council resolutions and objectives and providing advice.
• Control engineering contracts relating to new infrastructure, maintenance and upgrading of existing infrastructure.
• Identify and define short and long term objectives and plans.
• Keep abreast with technological developments in rehabilitation and maintenance of water and waste water systems.
• Analyse and align requirements with operating capability.
• Human resource management (training, personnel development, performance, discipline, overtime, etc).
• Monitor Contractor performance against agreed terms and conditions through interaction and site inspections.
• Attend meetings and provide comments and opinions on matters affecting or concerning functionality.
• Ensure compliance to Blue drop and Green Drop requirements.
• Develop and implement Water Conservation and Water Demand Strategies to ensure compliance to No Drop Requirements.
• Develop long term, masterplans and WSDP related to Water and Sanitation.
• Financial Control and Management.

Deadline:19th September,2025

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Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Three (3) Year Degree in Public Management, Development Studies, Public Administration, Performance Management, Project Management or related qualifications
• Eight (8) years’ relevant experience preferably in Local Government Administration within the IDP field
• Valid Code B (08) Driver’s License
• Computer Literacy
• Good interpersonal, presentation and managerial skills
• Knowledge of relevant IDP Legislation
• Ability to communicate to Internal and External Stakeholders and Community Members
• Project management knowledge

The successful applicant / candidate must possess competencies as published in Annexure A of the Local Government: Municipal Staff Regulations promulgated in Government Gazette 45181 of 20 September 2021

Key Performance Areas:

• Provide strategic support on matters relating to the IDP and Budget Integration
• Strategically direct the municipal transformation order to comply with legislation and ensure that Council policies are effectively implemented
• Align IDP with District, Provincial and National initiatives
• Ensure that the revised IDP are submitted to Province on time
• Advise Council and Mayoral Committee on Integrated Development Plan matters
• Monitor and ensure the IDP aligns to and informs the capital & operational budget
• Conduct public participation process as per IDP process plan
• Ensure that the IDP aimed at achieving the strategic objectives of the municipality, with resources aligned and sector programmes and projects working in support of one another
• Align the Budget, SDBIP and Performance Management System with the IDP
• Implementation of the IDP Development Strategies and ensure achievement of development priorities / objectives of the Integrated Development Plan of Council.
• Ensure functional implementation requirements are analyzed and coordinated to enable objectives associated with the provision of localized support is accomplished
• Participate and contribute in Inter-Governmental alignment
• Create an understanding and awareness of Integrated Development and planning internally/externally
• Implement an effective and efficient administration process associated with the functionality
• Ensure a sound Financial Control Process
• Effective Sectional HR and Performance Management

Deadline:19th September,2025

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Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent
• Eight (8) years or more relevant experience preferably within local government
• Extensive experience at managerial level
• Broad understanding of knowledge of MFMA, MSA and Local Government Acts
• Superior verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of National Treasury regulations
• Excellent reporting and presentation skills
• Extensive knowledge of GRAP
• Computer literacy
• Valid Code B (08) Driver’s Licence
• The successful applicant / candidate must possess competencies as published in Annexure A of the Local Government: Municipal Staff Regulations promulgated in Government Gazette 45181 of 20 September 2021

Key Performance Areas:

• Supervisory and Managerial Oversight: Provide effective leadership and supervision to immediate subordinates; provide guidance, advice, and reports/recommendations to superiors; monitor performance, offer guidance, and identify training and resource needs; handle enquiries, complaints, or grievances from staff, referring complex issues as needed; recommend overtime, approve leave applications, arrange relief workers (including training them), and grant time off for urgent personal matters to maintain operational efficiency and productivity.
• Public Enquiry and Complaint Handling: Respond to verbal enquiries or complaints from the public or internal personnel via telephone or in-person visits, investigate issues and provide accurate feedback or resolutions to ensure customer satisfaction and efficient service delivery.
• Municipal Tariff Adjustments and Implementation: Recommend new tariffs for services, property rates, and rented municipal properties to balance the budget; supply approved tariffs to accountants for system capture; verify the accuracy of captured data; and organize the distribution of tariff information to municipal paying offices to ensure correct levying on accounts.
• Property Valuation Management: Supply overall or interim property valuation data to accountants for system updates; review, sign, and approve valuation certificates and rate clearance certificates before issuance to applicants, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and accurate records on the municipal account system
• Revenue & Debtor Control: Reconcile debtor accounts and ensure accurate billing, approve adjustments and oversee penalty runs, maintain financial records, respond to correspondence, and manage guarantee registers, ensure accurate meter data processing and vending system updates.
• Administrative & Committee Participation: Represent the division in internal and external committees and forums.

Deadline:19th September,2025

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Requirements:

• Grade 12
• National Diploma in Chemical Engineering / Water Care or equivalent qualification (NQF level 6)
• B Degree in Chemical Engineering / Water Care will be an added advantage
• Valid Code B (08) Driver’s License
• Eight (8) years’ work experience, three (3) of which must be in charge of Water and Sanitation
• Registration with a relevant Professional Body or eligible for registration will be an added advantage
• Ensure Technical competence and accountability
• Computer Literacy
• Ability to apply relevant legislation
• Knowledge, understanding and ability to apply relevant frameworks related to Water and Sanitation and WWTW
• Strategic Thinking
• Service delivery focused / orientated and be available to work abnormal hours
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Green Drop/Blue Drop/No Drop Certification Programme.

The successful applicant / candidate must possess competencies as published in Annexure A of the Local Government: Municipal Staff Regulations promulgated in Government Gazette 45181 of 20 September 2021
Key Performance Areas:

• Ensure a proper management of bulk sanitation which includes WWTW and pumpstations are managed and operated in an efficient and productive manner
• Maintain accurate statistical data to assist in future planning and upgrading of bulk sanitation
• Ensure stock levels are maintained and that theft of equipment is avoided
• Ensure prompt resolutions to problems in particular minimize sewer spillages and improved treatment of sewage
• Ensure that the WWTW operate efficiently and the final effluent complies with standards set by the applicable legislation
• Ensure that machinery and equipment are properly maintained and operated
• Ensure that fixed assets are maintained (regular maintenance is done)
• Ensure effective utilisation of resources and cost efficient operations of the WWTW and pumpstations
• Ensure that the divisional budget is not overspent and is adequately budgeted for
• Maintain quality standards in line with applicable legislation
• Control absenteeism of staff by recommending and/or authorising leave applications
• Ensure that Council's Code of Conduct is implemented and adhered to
• Compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety as well as the Department of Water and Sanitation
• Ensure improvement on the performance of Green Drop status

Deadline:19th September,2025

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Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Three (3) Year Degree in Development Studies, Business Administration, Economics
• Eight (8) years’ experience preferably in Local Government Administration within the LED field
• Valid Code B (08) Driver’s License
• Computer Literacy
• Good interpersonal, presentation and managerial skills
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and specific to LED
• Policy formulation
• Ability to communicate to Internal and External Stakeholders and Community Members

The successful applicant / candidate must possess competencies as published in Annexure A of the Local Government: Municipal Staff Regulations promulgated in Government Gazette 45181 of 20 September 2021

Key Performance Areas:

• Formulating plans detailing interventions, actions and timelines guiding the delivery and the execution of activities
• Ensure that the functionality is capable of supporting council’s local economic development objectives through recognition of immediate priorities and long-term interventions. Achieving sustainable local economic growth.
• Co-ordinating broad based stakeholder participation to seek ideas; establish priorities and determines strengths, weaknesses and threats.
• Conducting situational analysis and feasibility studies to assess the impact of specific economic development initiatives and opportunities.
• Interacting with the established local business sector to elicit support with job creation and poverty alleviation initiatives.
• Facilitate involvement of other government departments
• Facilitate training to develop understanding and improve capabilities of the local community to participate in economic development initiatives.
• To ensure that local economic development projects contribute to the empowerment of local communities through sustained job opportunities and business potential.
• Participating in meetings and present information and opinions on economic development opportunities and the capability of current marketing initiatives to support strategies and develop and strengthen relationships within and outside the organization.
• Co-ordination of the tourism programme of the organization
• Co-ordination of the rural and regeneration/development programme of the municipality.
• Coordination of Social and Labour Plans
• Identifying key enablers and opportunities
• Formulating plans detailing interventions, actions an timelines guiding the delivery and/ or execution of activities.
• Assessing and evaluating Local Economic Development project proposals and applications and preparing reports summarizing findings and including specific recommendations for considerations
• Interacting with established local business sector to elicit support with job creation and poverty alleviation initiatives.
• Manage the Establishment and maintenance of heritage database
• Liaise with government heritage departments and other external organisations
• Manage the preparation of heritage framework document and reports
• Fullfill the mandate as given by the heritage management act
• Manage the development of the heritage development plan
• Serve as internal and external contact of the municipality on heritage matters
• Manage and guide the initiation and implementation of heritage project
• Promote Public Participation in favour of heritage matters
• Manage the formulation of heritage committees
• Ensure the protection of heritage and promotion of local heritage 

Deadline:19th September,2025

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Requirements:

• Grade 12
• B.Com Degree in Accounting or Equivalent
• Eight (8) years or more relevant experience of which Three (3) years must be at managerial level
• Knowledge of Municipal Financial Management Systems, with advantage of Munsoft
• Extensive knowledge of Municipal Finance Management Act, National Credit Act, Municipal Systems Act, Municipal Property
• Rates Act and related municipal finance regulations and policies.
• Computer literacy in MS Office Applications with advanced MS Word & Excel.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet deadlines
• Good communication and negotiation skills.
• Excellent administrative, organizational and managerial skills
• Knowledge of GRAP, MFMA
• Valid Code B (08) Driver’s License
• The successful applicant / candidate must possess competencies as published in Annexure A of the Local Government: Municipal Staff Regulations promulgated in Government Gazette 45181 of 20 September 2021

Key Performance Areas:

• Implementation of applicable legislation financial control, by-laws, policies and procedures to ensure effective revenue management
• Development of strategies to ensure effective Credit Management strategies and Debt Collection
• Effective management of the billing Property rates and Clearances, Data capturing, Front line services, Credit Control and
• Debt Collection Sections
• Preparation of monthly reconciliations
• Financial reporting
• Handling Audit queries
• Budgeting and sectional Budget Control
• Training of Staff 

Deadline:19th September,2025

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Requirements:

• Basic Literacy
• Grade 10 will be an added advantage
• Valid Code C1 (10) and/or Code EC (14) Driving license
• Heavy Vehicle / Machinery Operating Certificate for the following, but not limited to: TLB / Grader / Roller / Front End Loader / Excavator / Water Cart / Tipper Truck / Septic Tanks / Vacuum Truck
• Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in Water, Sewer, Roads and Stormwater construction, maintenance and heavy machinery operations
• Interpersonal and communication skills

APPLICANTS WILL BE REQUIRED TO UNDERGO A MACHINE OPERATING ASSESSMENT / TEST.
The successful applicant / candidate must possess competencies as published in Annexure A of the Local Government: Municipal Staff Regulations promulgated in Government Gazette 45181 of 20 September 2021
Key Performance Areas:

• Operate various machinery / plant as required.
• Complete daily checklist of machinery / plant to be operated.
• Cleaning of plant and machinery.
• Grading, construction and maintenance of gravel roads.
• Maintenance of Water, Sewer and Stormwater pipelines.
• Excavation of pipelines.
• Digging and loading of materials.
• Compaction of material surfaces. 

Deadline:19th September,2025