Jobs at Knysna Municipality

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12 Certificate NQF level 4 Qualification
• Basic Qualification attainted (a minimum of 30 days training)
• 2 - 5 years’ relevant experience
• Valid Driver’s License   EB   Drivers License
• No criminal record
• Firearm proficiency
• Proficient in at least two of the official languages of the Western Cape

 KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Public and Road Safety
• By - law en forcement
• Community & Security Operations
• Stray Animal Control
• Disaster Management
• Public Education

Closing Date: 10 April 2026

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 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Trade Certificate: Electrician   –   NQF 4
• 3 Years experience at Municipal Level
• Valid Code EB Drivers ’   License
• Computer Literacy
• Physically healthy and fit
• Be able to work at height s
• Handling stress –  Must have the mental stamina for dealing with stressful situations.
• Lift and carry heavy objects   –   Should be able to lift and carry heavy objects (<50 kg)
• Proficient in at least two o f the three   official languages in the   Western Cape Official

 KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Perform general electrical maintenance activities for pumps and motors of water reticulation and sewe systems with an emphasis on sewer motor control centres
• Reading and interpreting drawings/ sketches/ works orders detailing layout and specifications
• Receiving job cards on specific maintenance or repair work, taking measurements, calculating the size and amount of material needed for specific task and forwarding requisition to Senior Superintendent.
• Conducting preventative maintenance inspections and breakdown repairs on electrical water and sewer infrastructure (e.g submersible pumps, motors, compressors) to detect abnormalities and reporting findings to  the Senior Superintendent.
• Testing and disconnecting motor s and other central systems
• Basic   welding and soldering.
• Performing basic fitting i.e. brackets, etc.
• Installing and servicing actuators on valves.
• Perform basic fault - finding on Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and associated equipment.
• Conducting preventative maintenance on Solar systems.
• Maintaining Odour Control electrical system.Installing, fault - finding and programming of soft starters of soft starters and variable speed drives.
• Conducting   quality checks and functional testing of own work as well as work performed by subordinates.
• Monitoring SCADA and reporting to Senior Superintendent.
• Liaising with contractors performing work on water and sewer infrastructure.
• Assisting department on an ad hoc basis with infrastructure activities as and when required.
• Co - ordinate work to be performed and guide the activities of subordinate
• Accountable management of all tools, equipment and vehicle whilst adhering to related systems and procedur
• Complete internal transactional documentation
• Assurance of a safe and healthy work environment and safe application of duties

Closing Date: 10 April 2026

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Schooling: Gr10 -   NQF 2
• Certificate of competency in the operation a motor grader of heavy Plant and equipment
• Valid Code 14 drivers’ license plus proficiency certificate for operating truck mounted equipment
• 3 years relevant experience   for heavy and light Grader
• A bility to work under pressure
• Must be willing to work in adverse weather conditions
• Be physically fit and able - bodied , be able to work at heights, lift and carry heavy objects (<50kg).
• Prepared to perform overtime and stan d by duties, including weekends   and public holidays   as well as over peak periods, as and when needed.
• Proficient in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape   (written and verbal)

 KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Ensure that instructions received and conditions on site is fully understood   and work procedures properly planned.
• Operation of construction vehicle and equipment, (Tipper Truck, Digger Loader, Water Truck and operate jet machine)
• Operate Vacuum tanker with jet machine (Combination Unit).
• Ensure that all factors on site are considered due to the concentration exercised during operation of the machine.
• Conduct pre - trip inspection.
• Dangerous & heavy equipment, be able to work at heights.
• Ensure that proper communication channels are followed to prevent costly delays
• Ensure that all requirements if the National   Occupational Health and Safety Act are met and applied in the execution of duties.
• Responsible for on - site occupational health and safety.
• Record Keeping of trips for the monthly report.
• Assist other teams with   Ad - Hoc requests.

Closing Date: 7 April 2026

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 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 10: NQF 2
• 6 months relevant experience preferably in the construction industry as a General Assistant
• Valid Code EB Drivers license and PDP would be an advantage
• Basic Literacy   -   Must be able to understand the instructions given verbally or in writing
• Work conditions -   Must be able to work at heights, confined spaces (in buildings and underground), wet conditions.
• Must be willing to work in adverse weather conditions
• Lift and carry heavy objects -   Should be able to lift and carry heavy objects   up to   50 kg
• Physical Requirements -   The physical attributes required for the performance of tasks associated with specific
•  key performance areas in this job necessitates that the incumbent be physically fit and able - bodied .
• Proficient in at least two of the Official Languages of the Western Cape

 KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Assisting the infrastructure Services Department with labour support for activities associated with the various Divisions.
• Assisting with repair and maintenance work of roads and storm water infrastructure.
• Cleaning storm water rivers, streams, pipes, trenches, ditches, channels, culverts and informal storm water networks.
• Unblocking blocked structures and storm water pipes.
• Spray weed killer where needed.
• Erecting road furniture (e.g. sign boards, guard rails, fences. Etc.)
• Preparing work area prior to work and cleaning up the ork area once job has been completed.Cleaning the buildings (floors, windows, etc.)
• Assisting with minor maintenance work at Municipal buildings such as changing fused bulbs, replacing broken glass, etc.
• Assisting with masonry work including   mixing of materials
• Assisting with carpentry work including cutting material to size, screwing and unscrewing nuts and bolts, cleaning the site, etc.
• Assisting with painting, preparing the area to be painted and cleaning afterwards.
• To ensure effective workflow within the Department and that tasks are conducted as speedily as possible.
• Cleaning of the depot (e.g. sweeping the floor, stacking goods on the racks, general tiding up).
• Cleaning toilets, cisterns, urinals and basins at various municipal site/ areas and replacing toilet paper in holders.
• Removing all litter from area and emptying trashcans.
• Loading and off - loading material/ equipment/ tools, etc.
• Assisting with driving vehicles as and when required,
• Assisting operators/ drivers with tasks/ activities related to specific vehicle/ plant (e.g. vacuum truck, water truck, grader, TLB, tipper truck, etc.).
• Assisting Municipality on an ad hoc basis with various activities as and when required.

Closing Date: 7 April 2026