ETHEKWINI METRO

VACANCY CIRCULAR NUMBER: 623

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the vacancies advertised here

Applicants who have not been contacted within three months from the closing date should consider themselves unsuccessful.

An employee may be deployed to any of the office, depot or workplaces of the Municipality within its area of jurisdiction. Canvassing councillors or officials in respect of these positions will lead to disqualification of the applicants. Applicants may be required to participate in a comprehensive assessment process and must be deemed competent. Work sample and / or psychometrics test’s may be undertaken as part of the selection process. You shall be required to undergo a pre-engagement medical examination to be conducted by a medical officer in the employ of the Municipality.

To apply, please visit the following link:

https://www.durban.gov.za/page/jobs

No Manual Applications will be accepted.

Closing Date is Friday, 14/08/2026 12h00 Midday

For assistance and support with online applications, applicants contact 031 311 3103 or visit any of the Human Capital Centres of Excellence at the below listed addresses 

Hambanathi HC computer Lab: 25 Jiyani Road, Tongaat. 

Hammersdale HC computer Lab: G7 Shezi Main Road. 

Clermont HC computer Lab: 1106 Zazi Road, 21 Archie Gumede HC Centre of Excellence. 

KwaDabeka HC Computer Lab: 101 Spinal Road, KwaDabeka. 

SEDA HC Computer Lab: 127 Johannes Nkosi, Durban:

uMnini HC computer Lab: R102 Daganyana Reserves, Umgababa. 

Pinetown HC computer Lab: 7 Meller Road, Pinetown. 

Bester Library HC computer Lab: 1826F Ntuzuma Road, Emzomusha, Kwa Mashu, 4068.

Nagina Sizakala HC Computer Lab: 3 Nagina Dr, Mariannhill, Durban, 3604. 

Mid Way Mall HC computer Lab: A225 Zavala Road, Ntuzuma A, Ntuzuma. 

Verulam HC computer Lab: 151 Wick Street, Verulam, eThekwini, 4340. 

Kwa Mnyandu Sizakala Centre: 341 Griffiths Mxenge Hwy, Umlazi D, Umlazi, 4031. 

Kwa Ximba Sizakala Centre: Magayisa, Main Road, Kwa Ximba, Ximba, 3681. 

Illovu Sizakala Centre: Lot 10994, 10451 Joe Mnguni Street, Illovu. 

16 Maphephetweni Sizakala Centre: Emlanjweni, Kwa Mashu, 4359. 

Fredville/Inchanga Sizakala Centre: Michael Gwala Community Centre, Fredville, Cato Ridge, 3700. 

Umbumbulu Sizakala Centre: 300009 Street, Nsimbini Reserve, Umbumbulu, 40105. 

Mega City Sizakala Centre: 50 Griffiths Mxenge Hwy, Umlazi V, Umlazi 4060. 

Magabheni Sizakala Centre: eThekwini Ikhwezi Area, Sidiwya Hwy, Umkomaas, 4170. 

Lamontville HC Computer Lab: Off Wiggins Road, Lamontville, Durban, 4027. 

Molweni Sizakala Centre: 415 Inanda Road, Molweni, Durban, 3652. 

Chesterville Sizakala Centre: 80 Mahlathi Road, Chesterville, Durban, 4091. 

Sankontshe Sizakala Centre: Sankontshe, Ilanga, 3700. 

Tongaat HC Computer Lab: 325 Gopalall Hurbans Road, Tongaat, eThekwini, 4400. 

Main/ Head Office HC computer Lab: SEDA Office 381 King Dinuzulu Road, Berea , 4001 Sizakala Centre in Winklespruit is located at 11 Gracedale / Mayors Mews Road, Winklespruit 4126, The Sizakala Centre in Hillcrest is located at 22 Delamore Road.

Please note that Municipality vacancies are NOT FOR SALE!

EThekwini Municipality is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

ETHEKWINI TRANSPORT AUTHORITY DIRECTORATE

DEPUTY HEAD (TRANSPORT STRATEGIC PLAN)

REF NO: 37000006

Salary Negotiable

Grade: 21

Job Purpose: To provide strategic direction to the implementation of all statutory plans by conducting Transport Planning and Developing traffic accident and passenger information systems for the promotion of Public Transport within the eThekwini Municipal region in accordance with the National Land Transport Transition Act(NLTTA).

Competencies: •Public consultation. •Socio- Economic/Socio-Political Awareness. •Planning and organising. •Programme and project management. •Resilience. •Service delivery orientation. •Communication. •Problem solving. •Accountability and Ethical conduct. •Strategic direction & leadership. •Financial management. •Change leadership.

Essential Requirements: •Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 8) in Public Transport or Traffic Engineering or the Built Environment or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •Professional registration with the relevant professional body. •8 years relevant experience in Public Transport or Traffic Engineering or the Built Environment of which 4 years must be at a senior management level.

WATER AND SANITATION DIRECTORATE

AREA MANAGER (MECHANICAL/ELECTRICAL)

REF NO: 34005056 / 34005176 / VARIOUS

Total Value Remuneration Package R 1 316 710.00 / R 1 678 957.00 pa

Grade: 16

Job Purpose: To control professional and technical processes associated with the provision of mechanical and electrical operations, maintenance, safety, design and construction standards pertaining to the water and sanitation Unit. 

Competencies: •Planning. •Organisational awareness. •Attention to detail. •Design. •Project management. •Contraction. •Operations and maintenance. •Service delivery orientation. •Cognitive ability. •Impact and influence. •Direction setting. • Coaching and mentoring.

Essential Requirements: •Bachelor of Technology or Bachelor of Engineering Technology (NQF Level 7) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. •Registered as a Professional Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Technologist with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). •Government Certificate of competency Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •5 years relevant post registration experience. 

Special Conditions: •Must be physically capable of accessing on daily basis all areas of wastewater and water treatment works, waste and water pump stations

Physical Requirements:

1. The posts of Area Manager (Mechanical or Electrical) are interchangeable within the branch/ department/unit. 

2. Must be prepared to enter hazardous environment and confined spaces. 

3. Must be able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

4. Must be prepared to travel nationally and internationally.

PROPERTY VALUATIONS AND MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE

MANAGER (COMMERCIAL)

REF NO: 72000078

Total Value of Remuneration Package R990 762.00 / R1 257 303.00 pa

Grade: 15

Job Purpose: Coordinate and control the commercial leasing of all Municipal owned property.

Competencies: •Influencing. •Organizational Awareness. •Project Management. •Financial Management. •Information Measuring and Monitoring. •Client Orientation and Customer Focus. •Action Orientation. •Resilience. •Problem Solving. •Team Orientation. •Direction Setting. •Coaching and Mentoring.

Essential Requirements: •Tertiary qualification (NQF Level 6) in Real Estate or Property Management or Town and Regional Planning. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •5 years relevant experience of which 3 years must be at a supervisory level in property management.

PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE

MANAGER (CUSTOMER SERV & SUP RELATIONS)

REF NO: 31000526

Total Value of Remuneration Package R929 336.00 / R1 103 332.00 pa

Grade: 14

Job Purpose: To manage customer relations and marketing of the directorate.

Competencies: •Organisational Awareness •Problem Solving •Planning & Organising •Procurement & Tenders •Information Measuring & Monitoring •Project Management •Financial Process Management •Communication •Ethics & Accountability •Team Orientation •Impact &Influence •Coaching & Mentoring

Essential Requirements: •Tertiary qualification (NQF Level 6) in the field of Supply Chain Management or Accounting or Finance or Economics. •Must be in possession of National Treasury MFMA minimum competency qualification (NQF Level 6) OR Must obtain a National Treasury MFMA minimum competency qualification (NQF Level 6) within 18 months of date of appointment. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •5 Years relevant experience of which 2 years must be at a supervisory level. •Computer Literacy.

CONTRACTS ADMINISTRATOR

REF NO: 31000804/31000808 / 31001246

Basic Salary R484 357.30 / R628 694.96 pa

Grade: 12

Job Purpose: To manage an effective, efficient and highly productive contracts administration division in order to provide a high standard of service to User Departments and customers.

Competencies: •Organizational Awareness. •Problem Solving. •Planning and Organizing. •Procurement and Tenders. •Information MANGEMENT. • Financial Process Management. •Communication. •Service Delivery. •Action and Outcome Orientation. •Ethics and Accountability.

Essential Requirements: •Tertiary qualification (NQF Level 6) in Supply Chain Management or Accounting or Finance or Economics or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •4 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.

EXPENDITURE DIRECTORATE MANAGER (DEPARTMENTAL ACCOUNTING)

REF NO: 71002376/ 71002342

Total Value of Remuneration Package R1 180 843.00 / R1 502 545.00 pa

Grade: 15

Job Purpose: To provide an efficient and effective financial and management accounting service.

Competencies: •Accounting. •Budgeting. •Financial Management. •Costing. •Financial Reporting. •Financial Process Management. •Organisational Awareness. •Problem Solving. •Planning and Organising. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Action and outcome orientation. •Coaching and Mentoring.

Essential Requirements: •Tertiary qualification (NQF Level 7) in Accounting or equivalent with Financial Accounting as a major subject. • Must be in possession of National Treasury MFMA minimum competency qualification (NQF6) OR Must obtain a National Treasury MFMA minimum competency qualification (NQF6) within 18 months of date of appointment. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •5 years relevant experience of which 3 years must be at a supervisory level. •Computer Literacy.

ACCOUNTANT

REF NO: 71001372

Basic Salary R484 357.30 / R628 694.96 pa

Grade: 12

Job Purpose: To providean effective Financial and Management Accounting support service to Heads, compile and present Annual Financial Statements and the Operating and Capital Budget for the Unit, ensure the procurement of goods and services are in accordance with various regulations, maintains fiscal discipline and be a financial Systems Superuser.

Competencies: •Accounting. •Budgeting. •Financial Management. •Costing. •Organisational Awareness. •Planning and Organising. •Communication. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Action and Outcome Orientation. Team Orientation.

Essential Requirements: •Tertiary qualification (NQF Level 7) in Accounting or equivalent with Financial Accounting as a major subject. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.

FLEET MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION DIRECTORATE

MANAGER (FACILITIES INFRASTR & ASSETS)

REF NO: 73001410

Total Value of Remuneration Package R929 336.00 / R1 103 332.00 pa

Grade: 14

Job Purpose: Applies investment technical development principles to define/source relevant market intelligence, feasibility studies and other research information to develop and support newly conceived buildings and depots development projects proposal plans for complex projects with diverse sets of interacting variables for the Directorate Contract management and appointment of professionals, new technical development project management, financial support/control and risk evaluation.

Competencies: •Managing work •Planning & Organising •Facility Specific Skills •Workplace Safety •Interpersonal Relationships •Service Delivery Orientation •Action & Outcome Orientation •Problem Solving •Accountability & Ethical Conduct •Direction Setting •Impact & Influence •Coaching & Mentoring

Essential Requirements: •Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Facilities Management or Construction Management or Property Management or Real Estate Management. •Must be in possession of National Treasury MFMA minimum competency qualification (NQF Level 6) OR Must obtain a National Treasury MFMA minimum competency qualification (NQF Level 6) within 18 months of date of appointment. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •5 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.

Physical Requirements: Incumbent to be medically fit to perform on-site construction duties as stipulated. Must be able to cope with stress and able to work in a pressurized environment.

FOREMAN (WORKSHOP)

REF NO: 73000218 / 73000302

Basic Salary R410 245.46 / R532 520.63 pa

Grade: 11

Job Purpose: To oversee the maintenance of Council vehicles and Heavy Plant through the management of subordinate staff.

Competencies: •Problem Solving. •Planning and Organising. •Discipline Specific Skills. •Task Management. •Workplace Safety. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Communication. •Action and outcome orientation. •Resilience. •Ethics and Accountability. •Coaching and Mentoring. •Team Orientation.

Essential Requirements: •Trade Tested Artisan (Petrol or Diesel or Construction Plant or Body Builder or Spray Painter). •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code EC). •Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP). •4 years relevant post qualification experience. •Computer Literacy.

ARTISAN (BODY BUILDER)

REF NO: 73000792

Basic Salary R347 517.13 / R451 095.57 pa

Grade: 10

Job Purpose: To undertake vehicle body work repairs as directed.

Competencies: •Managing Work. •Workplace Safety. •Discipline Specific Skills. •Quality Orientation. •Planning and Organising. •Communication. •Action Orientation. •Accountability and Ethical Conduct. •Learning Orientation. •Resilience.

Essential Requirements: •Trade Tested Artisan (Body Builder or Panel Beater or Automotive

Body Repairer). •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code EC). •Valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP). •3 Years relevant post apprenticeship experience.

ARTISAN (MECHANIC)

REF NO: 73000446 / 73000646

Basic Salary R347 517.13 / R 451 095.57 pa

Grade: 10

Job Purpose: To service, repair and maintain plant, vehicles and machinery.

Competencies: •Managing Work. •Quality Orientation. •Planning and Organising. •Workplace Safety. •Discipline Specific Skills. •Communication. •Action Orientation. •Accountability and Ethical conduct. •Learning Orientation. •Resilience.

Essential Requirements: •Trade Tested Artisan in Petrol or Diesel or Construction Plant. •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code EC). •Valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP). •3 Years relevant post apprenticeship experience.

Special Conditions: Drivers License (C1), PrDP

HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTORATE

PROJECT MANAGER

REF NO: 61000012

Total Value of Remuneration Package R990 762. 00 / R1 257 303.00 pa

Grade: 15

Job Purpose: Plans, manages, implements and ensures effective and efficient Human Resources management of the HC section to ensure alignment of all human capital services to the municipality’s overall strategy; alignment of all human capital policies with applicable legislation.

Competencies: •Organisational Awareness •Consulting •Planning and Organising •Monitoring and Control •Service Delivery Orientation •Action and Outcome Orientation • Problem Solving and Analysis •Direction Setting •Impact and Influence •Coaching and Mentoring.

Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Human Resources Management or any other related and equivalent qualification. • Valid motor vehicle driving license. •4 Years relevant experience of which 2 years must be at a Senior Human Capital Practitioner level.

REVENUE MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE

BUSINESS COMPLIANCE ADVISOR

REF NO: 71001904

Total Value of Remuneration Package R929 336.00 / R1 103 332.00 pa

Grade: 14

Job Purpose: Provides professional guidance, advice and opinions and supports processes to monitor compliance and manage dispute resolution.

Competencies. •Written Communication/Drafting. •Oral Communication. •Advocacy/ Negotiation. •Litigation Management. •Research and Analysis. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Action Orientation. •Resilience. •Impact and Influence. •Direction Setting.

Essential Requirements: •Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Law or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •4 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.

ADMINISTRATOR

REF NO: 71000482

Basic Salary R308 655.60 / R400 637.07 pa

Grade: 09

Job Purpose: To facilitate the provision of comprehensive high quality customer care and revenue collection services to all eThekwini Municipality customers and patrons of the Service Centre in accordance with the full application and compliance to the procedures, guidelines, policies, rules and regulations regarding Batho Pele prescripts for service excellence.

Competencies: •Attention to Detail •Ethics and Professionalism •Problem Solving •Planning and Organising •Business Processes •Data Processing and Analysis •Communication •Client Orientation and Customer Focus •Action Orientation •Resilience •Team Orientation •Coaching and Mentoring.

Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) with Mathematics or Accounting or equivalent and a certificate in the financial field •3 Years relevant experience.

INTERNAL CONTROL DIRECTORATE

SUPERVISOR (SWITCHBOARD)

REF NO: 70000130

Basic Salary R243 479.01 / R316 060.58 pa

Grade: 07

Job Purpose: Manage eThekwini Municipal Wide Switchboard communication channel operation and provide an effective, efficient and professional customer oriented service.

Competencies: •Business Processes •Use of Technology •Organisational Awareness •Problem Solving •Planning & Organising •Attention to Detail •Ethics & Professionalism •Communication •Interpersonal Relationships •Cognitive Ability •Team Orientation •Coaching & Mentoring

Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •2 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.

Special Conditions: 5 day-40 hour week. Office hours: 7h30-16h30 (Monday-Friday). Required to work overtime as and when needs arise.

Physical Requirements: Should be in good health and have good eyesight.

DRIVER MESSENGER

REF NO: 70000292

Basic Salary R155 944.93 / R196 692.34 pa

Grade: 04

Job Purpose: To provide a prompt delivery service to the Internal Control and Business Systems Department.

Competencies: •Vehicle Safety. •Driving Behaviour. •Learning Orientation. •Quality Orientation. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Communication. •Action Orientation. •Accountability and Ethical Conduct. •Team Orientation.

Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •3 Months relevant experience.

Special Conditions: 40hours- 5day week - Operations hours: 7h00 to 16h00.

Physical Requirements: Must be physically fit and healthy.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DIRECTORATE

NETWORK TELECOMMUNICATIONS ANALYST

REF NO: 19000606

Basic Salary R410 245.46 / R532 520.63 pa

Grade: 11

Job Purpose: Responsible for maintaining the network and telecommunication functions in support of IT services related to the operation, performance or availability of data and voice communications networks.

Competencies: •Organisational Awareness. •Planning & Organising •Monitoring & Control •Operations •Installation & Integration •User Support •Interpersonal Relationships •Communication •Service Delivery Orientation •Action & Outcome Orientation •Resilience •Cognitive Ability

Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) field. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •2 Years relevant experience.

Special Conditions: Code 08 Drivers License. After Hours working. Standby duties.

ELECTRONIC INSTALLER

REF NO: 19000866

Basic Salary R243 479.01 / R316 060.58 pa

Grade: 07

Job Purpose: To provide support to the staff of Electronic Services in terms of installations and maintenance of various electronic systems.

Competencies: •Managing Work • Problem Solving •Planning & Organising •Quality Orientation •Workplace Safety •Discipline Specific Skills •Interpersonal Relationships •Communication •Action & Outcome Orientation •Accountability & Ethical Conduct •Learning Orientation

Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent with Electrical Technology •1 Year relevant experience

CITY INTEGRITY AND INVESTIGATIONS DIRECTORATE

EXECUTIVE SECRETARY

REF NO: 14000008

Basic Salary R243 479.01 / R316 060.58 pa

Grade: 07

Job Purpose: To render a proficient secretarial service to the Director.

Competencies: •Attention to Detail •Problem Solving •Planning & Organising •Use of Technology •Data Processing & Analysis •Communication •Resilience •Cognitive Ability

Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent and an Administrative certificate. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •2 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.

ETHEKWINI TRANSPORT AUTHORITY DIRECTORATE

SENIOR TRANSPORT

ECONOMIST

REF NO: 37000674

Total Value of Remuneration Package R1 180 843.00 / R1 502 545.00 pa

Grade: 15

Job Purpose: Draft the department and municipalities strategic framework and intent for the medium to long term in the freight and logistics sector; ensuring there is National, Provincial and Transnet Strategic alignment.

Competencies: •Research and Analysis. •Planning and Organising. •Strategic Planning and Strategy Formulation. •Programme and Project Management. •Financial Management. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Communication. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Action Orientation. •Problem Solving. •Team Orientation. •Strategic Capability and Leadership.

Essential Requirements: •Degree (NQF Level 7) in Economics or Transport Economics or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •5 Years relevant experience.

ENERGY MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE

ELECTRICAL ASSISTANT

REF NO: 33001922

Basic Salary R170 591.24 / R221 447.58.00 pa

Grade: 05

Job Purpose: To perform specific semi-skilled activities supporting electricians during installation, repair works and maintenance.

Competencies: •Planning and organising. •Workplace safety. •Discipline specific skills. •Communication. •Action orientation. •Resilience. •Accountability and ethical conduct. •Learning orientation. •Team orientation.

Essential Requirements: •Appropriate level of secondary education. •6 months experience in electrical construction or maintenance work

Special Conditions: •40 hour-5 day week. •Standby and sustenance where applicable. •Protective Clothing as per PPE Schedule. •Must be prepared to work overtime when necessary.

Physical Requirements: •Must be physically capable of carrying out all the duties of the post. •Must be physically fit and in good health as determined by the City Medical Officer of Health. •Must be able to physically lift heavy objects and equipment normally required. •Must be able to climb ladders and lattice structures and work at heights. •Must be able to work in tunnels and basements.

ENGINEERING SERVICES DIRECTORATE

ENGINEERING ATTENDANT

REF NO: 36000728

Basic Salary R155 944.93 / R196 692.34 pa

Grade: 04

Job Purpose: Performs specific activities associated with providing support to specific personnel on minor works, repairs, maintenance, and other associated functions required in the Branch.

Competencies: •Managing Work. •Workplace Safety. •Task Accountability. •Quality Orientation. •Oral Communication. •Communication. •Action Orientation. •Resilience. •Accountability and Ethical Conduct. •Team Orientation. 

Essential Requirements: •Basic Literacy. •3 Months relevant experience.

Special Conditions: Posts are interchangeable.

Physical Requirements: The physical attributes required for the performance of tasks associated with specific key performance areas in this post necessitates that the incumbent be physically fit and able bodied.

RECREATION AND PARKS DIRECTORATE

SMALL PLANT OPERATOR (SEASONAL)

Ref No: 99950056/VARIOUS

Basic Salary R74.97 PER HOUR

Grade: 04

Job Purpose: To maintain, operate and care for a variety of machinery and equipment and perform various tasks and duties in compliance with applicable policies and procedures to deliver effective maintenance services to public facilities and open places within the eThekwini Municipal Area.  

Competencies: •Managing work. •Task accountability. •Quality orientation. •Operation monitoring. •Quality control analysis. •Operation and control. •Workplace safety. •Oral communication. •Interpersonal relationships. •Action orientation. •Resilience

Essential Requirements: •An appropriate level of primary education. •Certificate of competence in the operation of small plant and equipment or obtainable within 6 months of appointment. •6 Months relevant experience.

Special Conditions:

1. May be required to work overtime. 

2. May be required to work in all weather conditions.

Physical Requirements:

1. Must be physically fit and healthy to perform all manual and physical requirements of the post.

CHILD MINDER (SEASONAL)

REF NO: 99950349/Various

Basic Salary R74.97 PER HOUR

Grade: 04

Job Purpose: Responsible for the safety and care of children separated from their parents or guardians on the beachfront, until they are re-united.

Competencies: •Managing Work •Workplace Safety •Oral Communication •Interpersonal Relationships •Action Orientation •Accountability & Ethical Conduct •Learning Orientation •Team Orientation.

Essential Requirements: •Appropriate level of primary education •3 Months relevant experience.

Special Conditions: Required to work either8-hour shifts on the beaches or 12 hour shifts at the overnight facility for 24 hour coverage. Required to work 6 days a week. Wear the uniform provided while on duty.

Physical Requirements: Healthy and strong enough to carry small children. Able to withstand harsh environmental conditions.

POOL SUPERVISOR (SEASONAL)

REF NO: 99950128/VARIOUS

Basic Salary R148.39 Per Hour

Grade: 09

Job Purpose: To provide aquatic safety services and total supervision of the maintenance and development services rendered to all Municipal swimming pool facilities and surrounding recreation, leisure facilities within the Ethekwini Municipal area.

Competencies: •Communication and customer focus. •Resilience. •Communication. •Ethics and professionalism. •By Law Enforcement and Emergency response. •Interpersonal relationships. •Service delivery orientation. •Client orientation and customer focus. •Cognitive ability. •Coaching and mentoring. •Direction setting. •Team orientation.

Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Valid First Aid (Level 2) certificate. •Valid Pool Lifeguard Award or equivalent with current annual retest. •Permanent Employment 2 years relevant experience, of which 1 year must be supervisory experience. •Seasonal Employment 1-year relevant experience, of which 6 months must be supervisory experience.

Special Conditions: •Required to undertake skills and fitness tests and training. •Required to wear prescribed uniforms whilst on duty. •All Supervisor posts within the department are interchangeable. •May be required to work irregular hours and/or overtime. •The successful candidate will be required to provide proof of immunization for Hepatitis B, prior to engagement.

Physical Requirements: •Must be able to perform all physical requirements of the post. •Required to pass departmental fitness test as and when required.

LIFEGUARD (SEASONAL)

REF NO: 99994688/VARIOUS

Basic Salary R117.06 Per Hour

Grade: 07

Job Purpose: Undertakes and performs life guarding duties at designated beaches in the eThekwini area through established team efforts by utilizing skills and knowledge to maintain the safety of the public in terms of accepted standards and procedures.

Competencies: •Community and customer focus. •Problem solving. •Resilience. •Communication. •Ethics and professionalism. •By Law Enforcement and Emergency response. •Interpersonal relationships. •Service delivery orientation. •Client orientation and customer focus. •Action and outcome orientation. •Learning orientation. •Team orientation.

Essential Requirements: •An appropriate level of secondary education. •Lifeguard award or equivalent with current annual retest •Valid Level 2 First Aid certificate or have obtained one within 6 months of appointment. •12 months duties with a voluntary Surf Lifesaving Club and/or have worked one holiday season as a temporary/seasonal Lifeguard. •Operation of two-way radios.

Special Conditions: •Must be able to undergo and pass peremptory entrance fitness test •Posts are interchangeable subject to operational requirements. •Posts are required to work overtime as and when required and in terms of the Conditions of Service. •Lifeguards are required to follow the instructions of the Lifeguard In-Charge. •Incumbents must maintain a courteous relationship with the public and be neat and presentable at all times, which includes wearing the uniform provided to maintain an acceptable dress code. •Application for leave during school holidays will be considered. •Incumbents are expected to work in all weather conditions and must accept risks/hazards inherent in the job. •Provide proof of immunization for Hepatitis B prior to engagement.

Physical Requirements: •Peak level of fitness and the ability to undertake and pass the entrance and quarterly skills and fitness tests (as laid down). •Adequate hearing and visual acuity. •Pass the annual medical checks.

CASHIER (SEASONAL)

REF NO: 99950079/VARIOUS

Basic Salary R82.01 Per Hour

Grade: 05

Job Purpose: In conjunction with the Pool Supervisor, undertake cashier function which includes issuing of tickets and collection of revenue in compliance with Council procedures, policies and procedures.

Competencies: •Written communication. •Oral communication. •Attention to detail. •Ethics and professionalism. •Business processes. •Use of technology. •Interpersonal relationships. •Client orientation and customer focus. •Action orientation. •Resilience. •Impact and influences. •Team orientation.

Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •3 months relevant experience in a cashiering environment. •Computer Literacy.

Special Conditions: •Employee work on a rotating rest days basis were Saturdays and Sundays are regarded as normal working days.

Physical Requirements: •Able to operate cash register. •Could suit a person with limited physical disability.

POOL ATTENDANT (SEASONAL)

REF NO: 99950111/Various

Basic Salary R74.97 Per Hour

Grade: 04

Job Purpose: To perform various manual tasks and duties in compliance with applicable policies and procedures to deliver effective and efficient development and maintenance services to public swimming pool facilities within the eThekwini Municipal area.

Competencies: •Planning and organizing. •Facilities specific skills. •Workplace safety. •Interpersonal relationships. •Communication. •Service delivery orientation. •Action orientation. •Resilience. •Action orientation. •Learning orientation. •Impact and influence. •Team orientation.

Essential Requirements: •An appropriate level of secondary education. •6 months relevant experience in the swimming pool environment.

Special Conditions: •May be required to work irregular hours and/or overtime.

Physical Requirements: •Must be able to perform all physical duties required of the post in an efficient and effective manner.

SOCIAL AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTORATE

EXECUTIVE SECRETARY

REF NO: 54000062

Basic Salary R243 479.01 / R316 060.58 pa

Grade: 07

Job Purpose: Responsible for provision of secretarial support to the Deputy Head: Programmes and projects.

Competencies: •Written Communication. •Oral Communication. •Attention to Detail. •Influencing. •Ethics and Professionalism. •Organisational Awareness. •Use of Technology. •Data Processing and Analysis. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Client Orientation and Customer Focus. •Resilience. •Team Orientation.

Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent and an Administrative certificate. •2 Years relevant experience. •Computer literacy.

Special Conditions: Willingness to work after hours and over weekend.

MARKETING ANDCOMMUNICATIONS DIRECTORATE

COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER / SENIOR COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER

REF NO: 52000022/52000022B

Basic Salary

R410 245.46 / R532 520.63 pa

Grade: 11

R484 357.30 / R 628 694.96 pa

Grade: 12

COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER

Grade: 11

Job Purpose: To provide effective and efficient communication, public relations, marketing, media liaison, reputation protection and monitoring for eThekwini Municipality.

Competencies: •Communication. •Conceptual thinking. •Project management. •Technology usage. •Information measuring and monitoring. •Service delivery orientation. •Interpersonal relationships. •Accountability and ethical conduct. •Customer orientation and customer focus. •Action orientation. •Resilience. •Impact and influence.

Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Communications or Public Relations or Journalism or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •3 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy

Special Conditions: •May be required to work overtime.

Physical Requirements: •Must be able to perform the duties of the post.

SENIOR COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER

Grade: 12

Job Purpose: To provide effective and efficient communication, public relations, marketing, media liaison, reputation protection and monitoring for eThekwini Municipality.

Competencies: •Communication. •Conceptual thinking. •Project management. •Financial management. •Technology usage. •Service delivery orientation. •Interpersonal relationships. •Customer orientation and customer focus. •Interpersonal relationships •Team orientation.

Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Communications or Public Relations or Journalism or any other related and equivalent qualification. • Valid motor vehicle driving license • 4 Years relevant experience. • Computer Literacy.

Special Conditions: •Maybe required to work overtime.

Physical Requirements: •Must be able to perform the duties of the post.

ORGANISATION EFFECTIVENESS AND CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENTS DIRECTORATE

WORK STUDY OFFICER

REF NO: 63000062 / 63000042 / 63000302

Total Value of Remuneration Package R718 053.00 / R904 496.00 pa

Grade: 11

Job Purpose: Manages, controls and provides a specialised advisory and support service specifically pertaining to the study and understanding of work procedures, content and outcomes.

Competencies: •Planning and Organising. •Monitoring and Control. •Organisational Awareness. •Attention to Detail. •Problem Solving. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Communication. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Client Orientation and Customer Focus. •Action Orientation.

Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Operations Management or Production Management or Industrial Engineering or Management Services or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •3 years relevant experience •Computer Literacy.

CORPORATE SERVICES DEPARTMENT

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (CORPORATE SERVICES)

REF NO: 60000000

Grade: 24

MINIMUM: R2 508 253 PER ANNUM

Appointment will be on a permanent basis. The employee’s ordinary place of work will be eThekwini and may be required to work within the Republic of South Africa as may be necessary, whether on a temporary or permanent basis and may be required to travel internationally in the performance of their duties.

eThekwini Municipality is an Affirmative Action/ Employment Equity employer. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Annual Total Remuneration Package will be in line with the Local Government Municipal Systems Act 2000 as amended, 2000, (Act No.32 of 2000), Gazette 54505, applicable to a Grade 10 Municipality in terms of upper limits of total remuneration packages payable to Senior Managers directly accountable to Municipal Manager.

JOB PURPOSE: To provide strategic leadership and direction for the Department in the following functional areas: Marketing & Communications, Executive & Council Support, Human Resources, Stakeholder Management & Engagement, Occupational Health & Safety, Organisation Effectiveness and Information Technology.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS: •Ensure alignment of organizational strategies and goals with national and provincial policy frameworks. • Provides visible, supportive and effective leadership to the Accounting Officer, Senior Management team, and Council and advise on policy objectives to ensure clarity of direction and purpose. •Develop and implement strategic plans through the formulation of short, medium and long-term service delivery plans. •Contribute and maintain registers to support the supply chain management function, including details of all tenders received and awarded, disclosure of sponsorships, inducements, rewards, gifts and favours, awards to close family members and persons in the service of the state within the area of responsibility. •Provides management, direction and guidance for all utility projects and oversee the implementation of project plans within the area of responsibility. •Develop and contribute to the formulation of specifications for accurate and appropriate financial operating systems within the area of responsibility. •Support the implementation of financial and performance reporting, including the implementation of the budget and Service Delivery and Budget Implementation Plan (SDBIP). • Monitor and advise the Accounting Officer of changes that may affect the working capital within the area .of responsibility. •Support the Accounting Officer to ensure that the budget process relating to the area of responsibility aligns with the related policies of the Integrated Development Plan (IDP) and Service Delivery and Budget Implementation Plan (SDBIP) of the municipality. •Analyse and evaluate the performance of service delivery mechanisms (internal and external) and outsourced service agreements against performance targets. • Support and implement clear roles and responsibilities, separation of powers and regular reporting lines for all role players within the area of responsibility to ensure transparency and accountability. •Support the Accounting Officer and contribute to the administrative aspects of the process for adopting related policies and By-laws.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• STRATEGIC DIRECTION AND LEADERSHIP: Provide and direct a vision for the institution and inspire and deploy others to deliver on the strategic institutional mandate.

• PEOPLE MANAGEMENT: Effectively manage, inspire and encourage people, respect diversity, optimise talent and build and nurture relationships in order to achieve institutional objectives.

• PROGRAM AND PROJECT:  MANAGEMENT: Able to understand program and project management methodology; plan, manage, monitor and evaluate specific activities in order to deliver on set objectives.

• FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT: Able to compile, plan and manage budgets, control cash flow, institute financial risk management and administer procurement processes in accordance with recognized financial practices. Further to ensure that all financial dealings are managed in an ethical manner.

• CHANGE LEADERSHIP: Able to direct and initiate institutional transformation on all levels in order to successfully drive and implement new initiatives and deliver professional and quality services to the community.

• GOVERNANCE LEADERSHIP: Able to promote, direct and apply professionalism in managing risk and compliance requirements and apply a thorough understanding of governance practices and obligations. Further, able to direct the conceptualization of relevant policies and enhance cooperative governance relationships.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Public Administration or Management Sciences or Law or related and equivalent qualification. 

• A certificate of minimum municipal competencies from an accredited institution or obtainable within 18 months from date of appointment.

•Valid motor vehicle driving license. 

• Relevant 8 years’ managerial experience of which at least 5 years must be at a middle management level in a district or metropolitan municipality.

*Middle management level refers to a position directly accountable to a Section 56 position within the local government sector.

* Should the required competency levels not be attained within the eighteen (18) month period from the agreed date of assumption, the employment contract will terminate automatically within one month after the applicable period.

* The appointments are subject to positive outcomes obtained from the following checks: criminal clearance, credit records, citizenship, verification of educational qualifications, verification of previous experience from employers and verification from the Central Supplier Database for Government. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA.

Telephonic enquiries should be directed to the Deputy Head: Human Capital, Mrs S. Gwambe (Sinazo), (031- 322 9618). When applying for the position, visit: www.durban.gov.za.

Closing date is 21 August 2026.