BEAUFORT WEST LOCAL MUNICIPALITY NOTICE NR. 106/2020 The Municipality of Beaufort West, main centre of the Central Karoo, as an equal opportunity employer, hereby invited suitably qualified individuals with enthusiasm for the following career opportunity: SENIOR MANAGERS X2 DIRECTOR: FINANCIAL SERVICES & DIRECTOR: INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES An appointment will be made on a fixed term-basis performance contract. It is compulsory that candidates for both positions comply with the minimum prescribed Municipal Regulations on competency levels published under Government Notice R493 of June 2007 as amended in GNR. 1146 published under GG 41996, dated 26 October 2018.
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS: At least a Bachelor’s Degree in the fields of Accounting, Finance or Economics or a relevant qualification registered on the National Qualifications Framework at a NQF Level 7 with a Minimum of 360 Credits. * Minimum of 5 years’ experience on middle Management level. DIRECTOR: INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS/RESONSIBILITIES: * Report directly to the Municipal Manager on key departmental activities * Overall management of the Civil, Electrical, MIG, etc. * Provide strategic and operational leadership in the Infrastructure Services Department of the Municipality to ensure compliance with legal requirements in all functions of the department * Ensure adequate clean water supply * Ensure effective and environmentally friendly sewer purification * Ensure an economic and sustainable road network * Ensure the design and implementation of effective storm water Drainage and curbing * Ensure effective resurfacing of roads and repair potholes * Ensure adequate electricity supply in compliance with legal requirements * Provide support and advice to the Municipal Manager and Council * Develop policies, practices and operation standards relevant to the Infrastructure Services department. REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS: An Appropriate tertiary qualification in Engineering and Registration with the Council Engineering services * At least 5 years’ experience at Middle Management level, or as Program /Project Manager and 3 to 4 years must be at Professional / Management Level Engineering Management experience preferably within a Local Government environment * Extensive Experience in the Engineering fields applicable to Local Government (Civil & Electrical) * Extensive knowledge of Local Government legislation. The positions is located at the Beaufort West Municipality offices. Remuneration: A total annual remuneration package ranging from R846 307 – R1 040 327 as prescribed in the Upper Limits of Total Packages Payable to Municipal Managers and Managers directly accountable to Municipal Managers (Notice No351 of the Government Gazette no 43122 of 14 March 2020) of Grade 2 Municipality. Candidates for the above vacancies must have: * Completed the Certificate in Municipal Financial Management (SAQA Qualification ID no 48965 * Municipal Minimum Competency Requirements for Local Government as per Regulations on Appointment and Conditions of Employment of Senior Managers, GN 21, GG 37245, dated 17/01/2014. * Certified proof MUST BE attached to application * A Minimum of 5 years’ experience at senior management level * Computer Literacy * Effective Communication Skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape (English, Afrikaans, Xhosa) * Strategic Thinking Skills * Positive Attitude * Valid Code B driver’s license IMPORTANT: Forward completed applications on the prescribed form for senior managers reporting to the municipal manager, obtainable from our website - www.beaufortwestmun.co.za or Human Resource Section for the above position, accompanied by a detailed CV together with certified copies of qualifications, identity document and driver’s licence including details of at least three (3) contactable references to and full details of any dismissal for misconduct and any disciplinary actions, whether pending of finalized, instituted against the applicant in his/her current or previous employment. The successful applicant will have to sign an employment contract, performance agreement and disclose financial interest. All applicants will have to undergo security vetting. CLOSING DATE: TUESDAY 18/08/2020 AT 14:00 * The Municipal Manager, Private Bag 582, BEAUFORT WEST, 6970 HAND DELIVER: The Municipal Manager, 112 Donkin Street, BEAUFORT WEST 6970 (Sanlam Building) PLEASE NOTE: Canvassing any individual member of the Municipality will result in automatic disqualification. Candidates will be expected to complete a practical competency-based and psychometric assessment. The successful candidate will be subjected to the signing of an Annual Performance Agreement and an Employment Contract. The successful incumbent must sign an employment contract and performance agreement as contemplated in section 57A of the Municipal Systems Act. The appointment will be effected in accordance with the Municipality’s Employment Equity policy and plan. If you are not invited for an interview within 60 days, you may deem your application was unsuccessful. Applicants must note that their appointment is subject to the following reference checks, qualification, criminal records, vetting and record of dismissed staff members contemplated in section 57A OF the Municipal Systems Act. NB: No late, fax or e-mail applications will be accepted. Telephonic enquiries should be directed to the Municipal Manager: Mr. Kosie Jacobus Haarhoff at Tel No: 023 414 8195/8194 or Director: Corporate Services: Mr Amos C Makendlana at Tel. No. 023 414 8100/8104/8181. Municipal Office 112 Donkin Street BEAUFORT WEST 6970 KJ HAARHOFF MUNICIPAL MANAGER
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