Jobs at Witzenberg Municipality

Salary: R 724 838.46 per annum (Post level T16 of a Grade 4 Municipality)

Requirements:

• Relevant Tertiary qualification, preferably a Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Technology.
• Compliance with the relevant Minimum Competency Levels for Financial Officials as prescribed.
• A Valid Code EC1 Driver's License.
• Computer literacy (MS Office Applications).
• 12 years including relevant managerial experience.
• Good management, human relations, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to give attention to detail, a high level of responsibility, and the ability to work under pressure.
• Good sight, hearing and speech ability; must be physically fit and healthy.
• Ability to perform manual operations and duties on foot.
• Must be able to climb ladders, operate from heights, walk or crawl in the dark, on narrow and uneven surfaces and operate in proximity to electrical power lines and/or other hazards.
• Must work overtime and/or attend meetings after normal office hours when required.
• Must perform duties in the whole municipal area when required.
• Please note: A performance agreement is also applicable to this position whereby the employer reserves the right to institute a performance management program.

Duties

• Job Purpose: Manages and directs the key performance and result indicators associated with Fire Services and Disaster Management through research and evaluation of best practices; interpretation of statutory directives and treasury guidelines to enable inputs and recommendations into longer-term objective setting and operational planning; review and alignment of policies, functions, procedures and systems and directing and executing critical management and statutory reporting requirements in order to ensure that the Sub-Directorate is capable of contributing positively to the Municipality's vision and mission statements pertaining to improving the quality of life of the community and compliance with legislative frameworks and standards.
• Planning and strategy alignment by identifying and defining the immediate, short- and long-term objectives, plans and priorities of the Sub-Directorate encapsulating planning, research, development and projects associated with the functionality
• Analysing, aligning and directing the operational capacity and capabilities of the Sub-Directorate to deliver against specific key performance areas encapsulated in strategic plans and legislative frameworks and standards.
• Studying capital and operating expenditure trends and forecasts and preparing estimate reports for inclusion into the annual/adjustment budgets with due consideration to internal and external funding requirements and limitations.
• Statutory frameworks, policies and procedures by Directs, manages and controls the implementation of policies, procedures and systems associated with Fire Services and Disaster Management.
• Keeping abreast of operational developments and legislation (Municipal Finance Management Act, Fire Brigade Services Act, SA National Standards, Disaster Management Act, etc.) by conducting searches into best practices with a view to alignment with internal processes and standing operating procedures.
• Aligning information systems, applications, work processes and role boundaries to support functional outcomes related to the management of the functionality.
• Expenditure control by managing and directing applications and sequences associated with the authorization and execution of expenditure transactions.
• Monitoring transactional sequences associated with expenditure for capital and ad-hoc projects/programmes and approving transactional financial reports on projects prior to release for perusal and comment.
• Procedures, systems and controls by manages and directs procedures, systems and controls to regulate specific operational sequences associated with the functionality.
• Communicating to personnel through verbal and written mediums statutory and procedural requirements for adoption and compliance thereof.
• Inspecting work sites and/or conducting observations of operational sequences and determining the extent of awareness and/or the need for corrective/remedial measures.
• Contract and supply chain management by managing and controlling the formulation of specific contracts and tender documents and controlling contractual obligations in respect of the functionality.
• Coordinating the drafting and reporting processes with regard to contracts/tenders and verifying details, terms and conditions, specifications, etc. and/or compliance with laid down policies, regulations and procedures.
• Sourcing and searching, checking websites and/or contacting suppliers with a view to establishing capabilities to supply products/items based on the Municipality's requirements.
• Personnel and performance management by supervision and control by Directs; manages and controls the key performance indicators and outcomes of personnel within the Sub-Directorate.
• Defining/adjusting the role boundaries, workflow processes and job design against laid down service delivery requirements.
• Determining staffing levels and preparing motivations for filling vacancies to complement functional objectives and requirements.
• Functional activities by fire and disaster control activities by managing and controlling key dimensions and requirements associated with the provision of Fire Services and Disaster Management.
• Mapping and/or preparing fire safety and disaster management programmes and plans aimed at co-ordinating the implementation, prioritization and allocation of responsibilities.
• Formulating operational plans and addressing the implementation of key safety and disaster management programmes with respect to special events.
• Emergencies by Manages, directs and monitors sequences associated with the provision of Emergency/Fire and Rescue Services.
• Initiating and/or implementing specific management procedures during fire and rescue operations, instructing and/or leading firefighting teams and executing applications or sequences to control damage/disaster.
• Priority and objective setting by establishing and managing the immediate and medium- to long-term objectives and priorities of the functionality.
• Initiating and facilitating the establishment of Fire Protection Associations for the agricultural and other sectors within the municipal area (voluntary firefighting teams, etc.) and monitoring performance.
• Fire engineering and fire protection management by managing, coordinating, and controlling the application of fire technology and fire engineering principles and assigning the execution and enforcement of Fire Protection Regulations and fire safety legislation.
• Assessing building plans and land use applications for fire safety compliance and addressing non-conformance with laid down standards.
• Events management by facilitating, controlling, and coordinating procedures for the staging of Events in the municipal area in accordance with relevant legislation.
• Administering processes and procedures relating to applications for the holding of events/public gatherings.
• Administrative functions by communication and reporting by disseminating advice, guidance and information on specific key performance areas and requirements associated with the Sub­ Directorate's functional responsibilities.
• Participating in various meetings (Committees, management, external forums, etc.)  and consultation processes, providing comments, advice and/or guidance and responding to queries/questions, through the collection of factual information and/or presenting and elaborating on findings to substantiate outcomes.

Closing Date: 23 October 2026

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alary: Basic Salary R 1 010 269.61 per annum (Post Level T18 of a Grade 4 Municipality)

Requirements:

Appropriate B Degree or B.Tech Degree in Electrical Engineering or Equivalent (NQF Level 7)

• Eligible for Professional Registration in terms of Act 46 of 2000, sec 18 (1)(a)(i) Professional Engineer or sec 18 (1)(a)(ii) Professional Engineer Technologist within an 8-month period from the date of appointment.
• Computer Literacy in MS Office Applications.
• 10 years of relevant experience.
• Certificate of Competency as an Electrical Engineer in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 and the Regulations concerning the Certificate of Competency, 1990.
• Code B driver's license.
• Managerial and supervisory skills.
• Work overtime during peak time and as and when required.
• Must attend meetings after hours.
• Required to act as Director: Technical Services in the absence of the Director.
• Human Relations and communication skills.
• Must be mentally and physically healthy to perform the job functions.
• High level of responsibility.
• Ability to give attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure without tolerance for errors.
• Fluent in 2 of the 3 languages spoken in the Western Cape: Afrikaans, English, or Xhosa.
• Compliance with the National Treasury Regulations on the required Minimum Competency Level Unit Standards applicable to this position, or must complete the unit standards within an 18-month period from the date of appointment as provided for in GNR 1146 under GG 41996, dated 26 October 2018
• Please note: A performance agreement is also applicable to this position, whereby the employer reserves the right to institute a performance management program.

Duties:

• Job Purpose:  Determine the strategic direction of the Electro Technical Services Division through alignment with the IDP and with SDBIP; Strategically manage staff and resources regarding the following services: Maintenance; Operation; Upgrading; Extension of Engineering Services (Electro Technical); Manage the operational function of the Electro Technical Distribution network and electricity supply to the municipal area; Manage the Electro Technical distribution and electrical demand for the municipality in accordance with industry norms, Council policy, by-laws, and legislation; and identify and determine trends and align resources to meet future demand
• Communicate the vision and mission of the Directorate to subordinate personnel.
• Devise and implement new operating and functional policies enforced in the area of jurisdiction.
• Implement communication plans to ensure clear strategic communication throughout the Division.
• Ensure that the Division's key performance areas are well defined and communicated.
• Manage and assist the Head of Departments to achieve set objectives.
• Manage and monitor the implementation of procedures and systems associated with legal and statutory requirements.
• Manage the operational activities of the subsections to keep the electro-technical network in a safe state.
• Manage the implementation and adherence to safety regulations regarding the personal safety of personnel (protective clothing and equipment, condition of materials, tools, transport, lifting cranes, and related equipment), before the commencement of work
• Manage and control the drafting, compilation, and updating of master planning for the Electrical Distribution and Client Services.
• Short-, medium-, and long-term strategic planning for the provision of infrastructure.
• Determine consumer patterns and compile future demand patterns in line with the Spatial Development Framework and the IDP.
• Manage the formulation of specific contracts and tender documents and control contractual obligations.
• Guide, draft, adjudicate, and report on processes with regard to contracts and tenders.
• Verify details, terms and conditions, and specifications, and establish that it conforms to laid down policies, regulations, and procedures
• Calculate and project budgetary requirements and financial implications of projects and operational activities.
• Compile capital expenditure requirements and programs.
• Apply financial management and control measures in accordance with Council Policy and legislative requirements.
• Manage and control the drafting of the annual departmental capital and operational budget.
• Monitor the attendance, leave, and operational readiness of personnel in the Division.
• Schedule, distribute, and verify the daily responsibilities of personnel.
• Conduct regular meetings with personnel to communicate work-related matters and ensure efficient service to the public.
• Identify training needs and arrange for applicable training to be provided to relevant personnel.
• Direct and control the key performance indicators and outcomes of personnel within the Division Distribution and Client Services.
• Define and adjust the role boundaries, workflow processes, and job design against laid-down service delivery requirements.
• Determine staffing levels and prepare motivations for the filling of vacancies to complement functional objectives and requirements.
• Conduct appraisals to measure performance against agreed objectives, counselling, and consulting with personnel on developmental goals, career paths, and short-term targets and standards.
• Disseminate functional and operational information on the immediate, short, and long-term objectives and current developments, problems, and constraints.
• Implement sequences associated with establishing databases reflective of capital, rehabilitation, and special maintenance projects relating to electricity reticulation.
• Respond through the collection of factual information and conduct the necessary investigation and research.
• Address inquiries and concerns on service delivery from the general public, Councillors, Government Departments, and Developers
• Manage and control the activities of the Electrical Network and the Electrotechnical Service division.
• Determine operational and procedural policy for the Division and implement procedures in order to ensure the proper functioning of the Division and manage and oversee the development and implementation of operational plans of the Division.
• Evaluate work procedures and make adjustments to ensure effective utilization of resources.
• Manage all administrative and reporting procedures associated with key performance and result indicators of the Division.
• Participate in various meetings (Portfolio Committee, internal and external Forums) and provide advice, comments, and opinions on matters affecting or concerning the functionality of the Division.

Closing Date: 23 October 2026

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Salary: R 373 129.02 per annum (Post Level T11 of a Grade 4 Municipality)

Requirements:

• Relevant Tertiary Qualification in Traffic Management or equivalent on NQF Level 6 or an ITO III Diploma.
• National Traffic Officers Diploma Accredited by Traffic Officers Training Academy.
• A valid Computer Literacy Certificate.
• A Valid Code B driver's licence.
• 5 - 8 years’ relevant experience required, of which 2 - 3 years’ must be supervisory experience.
• No criminal record (proof of criminal clearance certificate) and medically fit.
• A valid Firearm proficiency Certificate.
• Good supervision, human relations, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Sound mathematical and technical skills. Ability to give attention to detail.
• High level of responsibility. Ability to work under pressure. Ability to handle conflict
• Fluent in at least 2 of the 3 languages spoken in the Western Cape: Afrikaans and English or IsiXhosa.
• Please note: A performance agreement is also applicable to this position whereby the employer reserves the right to institute a performance management program.

Duties:

• Identify with the Public Safety strategy with respect to service delivery and define, implement and monitor the short-term.
• Plans and objectives for the Road Traffic and Law Enforcement functionality and communicate with the immediate superior on specific Key.
• Performance Areas (Road Safety, Public Safety) with a view to aligning functions and service delivery objectives against the capacity and capability of the Section and analyse service delivery trends and capacity against requirements.
• Submit reports supporting specific provisions for consideration during the preparation of capital and operational expenditure estimates to support plans and objectives.
• Report internally and externally on implementation outcomes with regard to Law Enforcement interventions and work in progress.
• Provide reasons and recommendations to improve and sustain the quality and performance levels of the Section.
• Define and adjust the role boundaries, workflow processes and job design against laid down service delivery requirements.
• Determine staffing levels and prepare motivations for the filling of vacancies to complement functional objectives and requirements.
• Conduct appraisals to measure performance against agreed objectives.
• Counsel and consult with personnel on developmental goals, career paths and short-term targets and standards.
• Monitor the adequacy of current training interventions through the evaluation of competency demonstrated in workplace application.
• Prepare assessment and progress reports for inclusion in the consolidated Skills Development Plan of the Department.
• Analyze statistical information pertaining to staff attendance, overtime, and leave.
• Address deviations or occurrences of abuse and workplace conflict through the implementation of corrective measures in accordance with Human Resources Policies and Procedures.
• Communicate to personnel, through verbal and written media, statutory and procedural requirements for adoption and compliance thereof and inspect work sites and conduct observations of work sequences.
• Determine the extent of awareness and the need for corrective and remedial measures.
• Discuss and investigate workplace accidents and incidents.
• Seek reasons from subordinate personnel on any non- compliance or deviation and provide direction on courses of action for execution.
• Evaluate the operating functionality and condition of vehicles and equipment through perusal of inspection checklists, service records and registers and identify risks and the availability of alternative courses of action for possible implementation.
• Monitor the safekeeping and issue of arms and ammunition, check registers and records against serial numbers and investigate and execute corrective measures to rectify deviations.
• Supervise, co-ordinate and monitor sequences associated with the implementation of statutory Laws and By-Laws related to Public Safety.
• Analyze and evaluate requirements associated with specific investigations arising out of complaints received from the Public with respect to criminal activities, nuisances, public disturbance, etc.
• Participate and direct investigation sequences encompassing visits to locations.
• Communicate with offenders, execute arrests and remove evidence to support prosecution.
• Attend to the documentation and notification procedures with regard to the issuing of summonses and execute warrants of arrest.
• Devise, coordinate and implement specific plans associated with controlling traffic and maintaining road safety.
• Complete and submit case files to facilitate prosecution and attend and defend specific actions in Court.
• Devise, coordinate and implement specific plans associated with controlling traffic and maintaining road safety roadblocks, traffic speed timing, and major events, with due consideration given to resources.
• Monitor the execution of traffic (speed timing) operations and roadblocks, visit specific sites and locations and check on applications associated with identifying and communicating offences to motorists.
• Address traffic control requirements due to roadworks, road closures, major events and peak-hour traffic congestion.
• Allocate personnel and prioritize specific locations identified as ‘high accident zones' for attention.
• Monitor maintenance requirements with respect to safety signage and applications in the Municipal area.
• Attend to the repair and replacement of missing and faulty items and refer specific requirements and hazards for further attention and decision-making.
• Disseminate guidance and information on specific key performance areas and requirements associated with Traffic policing and Road Safety.
• Participate in various meetings (Committees, internal and external forums) and provide comments on functional issues with respect to service deliverables and respond to queries through the collection of factual information and present findings to substantiate outcomes.
• Collaborate with external official departments (South African Police Service) on procedural applications and principles with a view to aligning internal processes.
• Prepare investigational and productivity reports referring to statistical data and qualitative information related to service delivery initiatives of the Section for the attention of the immediate superior for consideration and inclusion into Council and Sub Committee reports.
• Complete instructional and operational documentation (vehicle log sheets, occurrence registers, overtime schedules) and extract information from field reports and activity lists and forward it for approval and processing.
• Compile investigational reports and responses to correspondence and queries.
• Undertake research and extract information and records to support content, recommendations and opinions.
• Maintain the activity and recordkeeping systems and execute specific actions to facilitate the updating of registers and schedules.

Closing Date: 19 October 2026