CHRIS HANI DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY

EXTERNAL VACANCIES 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the below-mentioned posts. Chris Hani District Municipality subscribes to the principles of employment equity as espoused in the relevant legislation. 

WSP: AREA MANAGER 

(INXUBA YETHEMBA WSP SATELLITE OFFICE) 

[Task Grade 15: Salary Scale R691,922.00– R898,173.00per annum] 

Total remuneration package – R 1, 144, 685.88 per annum subject to certain conditions

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 

·       Matric

·       ND in Civil Engineering, ND in Chemistry, Built Environment, or an equivalent qualification at NQF level 6/7 

·       Valid Professional Registration with ECSA, WISA and Natural Scientists (SACNASP) 

·       5-7 years relevant technical experience of which 3 years must be at a supervisory or Managerial level. 

·       Valid Driver’s Licence 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO): 

·       Identifies with the immediate, short and long-term objectives or plans in respect of maintaining synergy between output of water services provision section and associated organizational functions. 

·       Prepares capital and operations estimates and control expenditure against approved allocated budget. 

·       Formulate and manages the evaluation and reviews of water Services Development plan against critical deliverables as identified in the Municipal IDP. 

·       Analyses and evaluate scoping, awards and deliverable phases or project associated of water and sanitation services to local communities. 

PROJECT MANAGEMENT TECHNICIAN: PMU 

(KOMANI HEAD OFFICE) 

[Task Grade 12: Salary: R473,436.00 – R614,548.00] 

Per Annum plus benefits 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 

·       Matric

·       National Diploma in Civil Engineering or Bachelor of Technology in Civil Engineering or an equivalent qualification at NQF Level 6/7 

·       Valid Professional Registration with ECSA, WISA and Natural Scientist 

·       3-5 years’ relevant experience in project Management 

·       Valid Driver’s License 

·       Valid registration with professional engineering council of SA (ECSA) 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO): 

·       Interacting with the communities and identifying the needs for project planning. 

·       Monitor inspections to establish projects statues and inspect work progress against agreed standards. 

·       Report on completed projects and facilitate the hand-over. 

·       Coordinates and controls activities associated with controlling personnel performance, productivity and discipline. 

·       Monitor contract performance standards and execute specific corrective measures to address deviations. 

CIVIL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN 

(Enoch Mgijima WSP) 

[Task Grade 12: Salary: R473,436.00 – R614,548.00] 

Per Annum plus benefits 

Minimum requirements: 

·       Matric

·       National Diploma: Civil Engineering or Bsc. Degree in Civil Engineering at 

·       NQF level 6. 

·       At least 3 - 5 years’ relevant experience 

·       Valid registration with professional engineering Council of SA (ECSA) (Proof of paid-up registration) 

·       Valid Driver’s Licence 

Key Performance Areas (including but not limited to): 

·       Inspect main lines ascertain leaks/blockages and all plants and water sources. to monitor technical functionality. 

·       Compiling reports with respect to plant and system performance. 

·       Reporting and implementing guidelines on specific deviations in plant and system operations and implementing adjustments. 

·       Check bulk meters and maintain register. 

·       Trouble shooting and problem-solving water plant breakdowns, deviations and disruption in services. 

·       Controlling routine maintenance activities, monitoring application and progress against deadlines of internal/ external maintenance teams. 

·       Monitoring and correcting sequences pertaining to the identification, inspection, isolation and repair to water system and control components, pipelines, etc. 

·       Investigate causes of drop of water pressure and ensure remedial action is carried out. 

·       Interact with community members on water and sanitation issues and take measures to address problems. 

·       Coordinates and controls activities associated with controlling personnel performance, productivity and discipline. 

·       Performs administrative and reporting requirements. 

APPLICANTION FOR VACANT POSTS MUST BE SUBMITTED ON AN OFFICIAL CHRIS HANI DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY APPLICATION FORM OBTAINABLE FROM CHRIS HANI DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY WEBSITE www.chrishanidm.gov.za AND CHRIS HANI HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICES: 

Fringe Benefits: Medical Aid Scheme, Housing Subsidy, Pension Scheme, Group Life, 13th Cheque, car scheme [where applicable]. 

Enquiries may be directed to Mr. S. Kati or at the Human Resources Office on 045 808 /4669/34. 

PLEASE NOTE: 

1.     Preference will be given to suitably qualified persons in line with the employment equity act and approved employment equity plan of the district municipality. 

2.     It is compulsory to submit your application letter accompanied by a comprehensive CV, certified copies of your qualifications, certified identity document and certified copy of your valid driver’s license when required. 

3.     No faxed CV’s or e-mail applications will be accepted. It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date and time as determined by the Municipality. If the candidate / applicant is found canvassing any of the panelists he / she automatically disqualify him/herself. 

4.     Appointment will be subjected to compulsory pre-employment screening in the form of determining the validity of qualifications, current and previous employment reference check, criminal checks and competency assessment. 

5.     Due to the large number of applications, we envisage to receive, applications will not be acknowledged. Should you not be contacted 30 days after the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your application unsuccessful. 

6.   Closing date of the advertisement is the 28th September 2026 

“The Municipality reserves a right not to appoint” 

Applications must be forwarded to: 

The Chris Hani District Municipality, Human Resources Section, 

Private Bag X 7121, Queenstown, 5320 or hand deliver to 15 Bells Road, Queenstown 

G. MASHIYI 

MUNICIPAL MANAGER