ETHEKWINI METRO

VACANCY CIRCULAR NUMBER: 622

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, 31/07/2026 12h00 Midday

For assistance and support with online applicantions, 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 MUNICIPALITY AUDIT AND RISK ASSURANCE SERVICES DIRECTORATE

DEPUTY HEAD (CAPITAL PROGRAMS AND CONTINUOUS AUDITING)

REF NO: 12000348

Salary Negotiable

Grade 20

Job Purpose: Responsible for strategic planning and the implementation of an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity within the Programs and Continuous Auditing remit. 

Competencies: •Planning & Organising •Analysis & Innovation •Results & Quality Focus •Engagement Management •Interpersonal Relationships •Communication •Resilience •Cognitive Ability •Strategic Direction & Leadership •Program & Project Management •Financial Management •Governance Management

Essential Requirements: •Bachelors Degree (NQF Level 7) in the Built Environment or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •8 years relevant experience at a management level of which at least 3 years must be at a senior management level in the Built Environment.

FLEET MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION DIRECTORATE

DEPUTY HEAD (BUS

SERVICES OPERATIONS & M)

REF NO: 73001390

Salary Negotiable 

Grade: 19

Job Purpose: Defines and directs the departmental objective setting, performance and functioning in relation to the management of diverse, complex and large passenger bus operations by keeping abreast of local and global best practice, benchmarks, innovation and changes to legislation during the development of business plans.

Competencies: •Planning and Organising. •Problem Solving. •Procurement and Tenders. •Financial Process Management. •Project Management. •Design. •Operations and Maintenance •Interpersonal Relationships. •Client Orientation and Customer Focus. •Ethics and Accountability. •Strategic Capability/Leadership or Direction Setting.

Essential Requirements: •Tertiary qualification (NQF Level 7) in Transport Management or Logistics or Supply Chain Management or in any other related and equivalent field. •Must be in a 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 the date of appointment. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •8 years relevant experience at a management level of which 3 years must be at a Senior Management level.

ENERGY MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE

MANAGER (REVENUE PROTECTION)

REF NO: 33001410

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

Grade: 15

Job Purpose: To provide a revenue protection service within the Section by ensuring that nontechnical energy losses on the distribution network are kept to a minimum, customers who are in arrears are effectively disconnected in order to tighten credit control and customers who have settled or made arrangement to settle their account are reconnected timeously.

Competencies: •Planning •Organisational Awareness •Project Management •Service Delivery Orientation •Communication •Action and outcome orientation •Resilience •Cognitive ability •Accountability and ethical conduct •Impact and Influence •Team Orientation •Coaching and Mentoring.

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

Special Conditions:

1. 40 hour, 5 day week flexitime. Flexi hours to be agreed with the Deputy Head. 

2. Telephone Allowance.

3.Protective Clothing as per the PPE Schedule. 

4. Overtime Category: II.

Physical Requirements: Must be physically capable of carrying out the duties of the post.

WATER AND SANITATION DIRECTORATE

PROFESSIONAL TECHNOLOGIST (CIVIL)

REF NO: 34002880

Total Value of Remuneration Package R 1 037 698.00 / R 1 316 710.00 pa

Grade: 14

Job Purpose: Manages and controls the technical operations of the Water Network Operations Branch.

Competencies: •Planning. •Organisational awareness. •Attention to detail. •Design. •Project management. •Construction. •Operations and maintenance. •Interpersonal relationships •Service delivery orientation. •Communication. •Action and outcome orientation. •Accountability and ethical conduct.

Essential Requirements: •Bachelor of Technology or Bachelor of Engineering Technology (NQF Level 7) in Civil Engineering. •Registered as a Professional Civil Engineering Technologist with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). •Valid motor vehicle driving license •3 Years relevant post qualification experience.

Special Conditions: •Operate on standby roster. •Continuously on call for emergencies. •Posts are interchangeable with the Department at the discretion of the Deputy Director

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

ROAD INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE

ARTISAN (BRICKLAYER)

REF NO: 36001298

Basic Salary R308 655.60 / R400 637.07 pa

Grade: 09

Job Purpose: Applies specialized bricklaying techniques to construct structures, interpreting requirements related to the works detailed on job cards and drawings, organising and transporting resources to specific sites, allocating monitoring and executing activities.

Competencies: •Managing work. •Problem solving. •Planning and organising. •Quality orientation. •Workplace safety. •Discipline specific skills. •Communication. •Customer orientation and customer focus. •Action orientation. •Resilience. •Accountability and ethical conduct. •Team orientation.

Essential Requirements: •Trade Tested Artisan (Bricklayer). •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •2 years relevant post qualification experience.

LABORATORY ATTENDANT

REF NO: 36000974 / 36004848

Basic Salary R243 479.01 / R316 060.58 pa

Grade:07

Job Purpose: Responsible for the collection of samples of various materials and conducting tests/work.

Competencies: •Written Communication •Planning & Organising •Monitoring & Control •Research & Development •Attention to Detail •Sampling Analyses •Raw Material Inventory •Client Orientation & Customer Focus •Service Delivery Orientation •Resilience •Change Readiness •Cognitive Ability

Special Conditions: This post is interchangeable with other clerical posts within the Department and staff can be reassigned at the discretion of the Deputy Head.

Physical Requirements: Be able to perform heavy manual labour tasks.

FIRE SERVICES DIRECTORATE

FIRE FIGHTER/ SENIOR FIRE

FIGHTER/ LEADING FIRE FIGHTER:

REF NO: 43000284 / VARIOUS

REF NO: 43000284B / VARIOUS

REF NO: 43000284C / VARIOUS

Basic Salary

R243 479.01 / R 316 060.58 pa

Grade: 07

R 308 655.60 / R 400 637.07 pa

Grade: 09

R 347 517.13 / R 451 095.57 pa

Grade: 10

FIRE FIGHTER:

Grade: 07

Job Purpose: Performing a variety of tasks associated with responding to and dealing with fire and emergency situations, rendering basic medical care to sick and injured persons and participating in fire safety work, training, station and equipment maintenance.

Competencies: •Community & customer focus •Firefighting •Rescue operations •Special operations (hazmat, urban search & rescue) •Emergency medical care •Interpersonal relationships •Service delivery orientation •Resilience •Learning Orientation

Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Firefighter I certificate. •Firefighter II certificate. •Hazmat Awareness certificate. •Hazmat Operations certificate. •Valid First Aid Level III. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •1-year relevant operational experience.

Special Conditions: Required to work shifts. Must be prepared to work at any fire station within the area of the authority having jurisdiction in accordance with departmental policies. Must be prepared to undergo occupational assessment(s). Must not have any previous criminal convictions. Medical Test NFPA 1582. Performs heavy lifting and strenuous physical activity in confined areas and at elevated temperatures while wearing personal protective clothing and equipment weighing 4 approximately 25 kilograms. Required to work in hazardous locations at considerable above grade elevations. Faces exposure to carcinogenic dusts such as asbestos, toxic substances e.g. hydrogen cyanide, acids, carbon monoxide or organic solvents or ionizing radiation through inhalation or skin contact. Required to perform rescue work in swiftly flowing water. Enter structures on fire wearing protective bunker gear and breathing apparatus and carrying a variety of tools and equipment. Faces exposure to infectious agents such as Hepatitis B and HIV. Makes rapid transitions from rest to near maximal exertion without warm-up periods. Exposed to grotesque sights and smells associated with major trauma and burnt victims. 

Physical Requirements:

The incumbent shall maintain a level of physical fitness as determined by the department.

SENIOR FIRE FIGHTER:

Grade: 09

Job Purpose: Performing a variety of tasks associated with responding to and dealing with fire and emergency situations, rendering basic medical care to sick and injured persons and participating in fire safety work, training, station and equipment maintenance.

Competencies: •Community & customer focus •Firefighting •Rescue operations •Special operations (hazmat, urban search & rescue) •Emergency medical care •Interpersonal relationships •Service delivery orientation •Resilience •Learning Orientation

Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Firefighter I certificate. •Firefighter II certificate. •Hazmat Awareness certificate. •Hazmat Operations certificate. •Breathing Apparatus certificate. •Safety Awareness certificate •Swift Water certificate. •Valid First Aid Level III. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 years relevant operational experience.

Special Conditions: Required to work shifts. Must be prepared to work at any fire station within the area of the authority having jurisdiction in accordance with departmental policies. Must come through the fire services ranks having met all the requirements for Fire Fighter Level I. Must be prepared to undergo occupational assessment(s). Must not have any previous criminal convictions. Medical Test NFPA 1582. Performs heavy lifting and strenuous physical activity in confined areas and at elevated temperatures while wearing personal protective clothing and equipment weighing 4 approximately 25 kilograms. Required to work in hazardous locations at considerable above grade elevations. Faces exposure to carcinogenic dusts such as asbestos, toxic substances e.g. hydrogen cyanide, acids, carbon monoxide or organic solvents or ionizing radiation through inhalation or skin contact. Required to perform rescue work in swiftly flowing water. Enter structures on fire wearing protective bunker gear and breathing apparatus and carrying a variety of tools and equipment. Faces exposure to infectious agents such as Hepatitis B and HIV. Makes rapid transitions from rest to near maximal exertion without warm-up periods. Exposed to grotesque sights and smells associated with major trauma and burnt victims.

Physical Requirements: The incumbent shall maintain a level of physical fitness as determined by the Department.

LEADING FIRE FIGHTER:

Grade: 10

Job Purpose: To perform a variety of tasks associated to responding to and dealing with fires and emergency situations, rendering basic medical care to sick and injured persons and participating in fire safety work, training and stations.

Competencies: •Community and customer focus. •Problem solving. •Communication. •Firefighting. •Rescue operations. •Special operations (Hazmat, urban search and rescue) •Emergency medical care •Service delivery orientation. •Learning orientation. •Coaching and mentoring.

Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Firefighter I certificate. •Firefighter II certificate. •Hazmat Awareness certificate. •Hazmat Operations certificate. •Safety Practitioners’ certificate. •Pump/Driver Operator or Aeriel Appliance certificate. •High Angle Rescue 1 certificate. •Valid First Aid Level III. •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code C). •5 years relevant operational experience of which 2 years must be at a Senior Firefighter level.

Special Conditions: •Required to work shifts. •Must be prepared to work at any fire station within the area of the authority having jurisdiction in accordance with departmental policies. •Must come through the fire services ranks having met all the requirements up to Senior Fire Fighter Level. •Must be prepared to undergo occupational assessment(s). •Must not have any previous criminal convictions. •Medical Test NFPA 1582. •Performs heavy lifting and strenuous physical activity in confined areas and at elevated temperatures while wearing personal protective clothing and equipment weighing 4 approximately 25 kilograms. •Required to work in hazardous locations at considerable above grade elevations. •Faces exposure to carcinogenic dusts such as asbestos, toxic substances e.g. hydrogen cyanide, acids, carbon monoxide or organic solvents or ionizing radiation through inhalation or skin contact. •Required to perform rescue work in swiftly flowing water. •Enter structures on fire wearing protective bunker gear and breathing apparatus and carrying a variety of tools and equipment. •Faces exposure to infectious agents such as Hepatitis B and HIV. •Makes rapid transitions from rest to near maximal exertion without warm-up periods. •Exposed to grotesque sights and smells associated with major trauma and burnt victims.

Physical Requirements: •The incumbent shall maintain a level of physical fitness as determined by the department.

RECREATION AND PARKS DIRECTORATE

MANAGER (AMENITIES)

REF NO:44002638 / 44008964 / 44009772 / 44006234

Total Value of Remuneration Package R1 037 698.00 / R1 316 710.00 pa

Grade: 14

Job Purpose: To provide a tactical, technical and administrative service for the Parks, Leisure and Cemeteries facilities and services in the District.

Competencies: •Managing work. •Planning and organising. •Facilities skills. •Workplace safety. •Communication. •Service delivery orientation. •Action orientation. •Resilience. •Problem solving. •Change readiness. •Accountability and ethical conduct. •Direction setting. •Impact and influence.

Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Facilities Management or Public Administration or Public Management or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •4 years relevant experience in the local government sector of which 2 years must be at a supervisory level. •Computer Literacy.

CONSERVATOR

REF NO:44014234

Basic Salary R545 311.11 / R707 855.54pa

Grade: 13

Job Purpose: Provision of a professional nature conservation service to the eThekwini Municipality.

Competencies: •Managing Work. •Planning and Organising. •Facility Specific Skills. •Workplace Safety. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Communication. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Action Orientation. •Resilience. •Problem Solving. •Direction Setting.

Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Nature Conservation or Environmental Management or Zoology or any other equivalent and related qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •5 years relevant experience in nature conservation environment of which 2 years must be at a supervisory level. •Computer Literacy.

SUPERVISOR (FIELD RANGER)

REF NO:44014354/44015098

Basic Salary R274 139.63 / R355 839.48 pa

Grade: 08

Job Purpose: To monitor and control the activities within natural areas, Metropolitan Open Space and municipal nature reserves of the eThekwini Municipal area.

Competencies: •Written Communication. •Problem Solving. •Planning and Organising. •Legal Process Administration. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Communication. •Action and Outcome Orientation. •Resilience. •Cognitive ability. •Direction Setting. •Team Orientation.

Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Peace Officer Certificate or be able to obtain one within six months from commencement of duty. •Field Ranger Training Certificate. •Valid Firearm competency certificate issued by South African Police Service (SAPS). •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code C1 or EC or EC1). •Valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP). •3 years relevant experience •Computer Literacy.

Special Conditions: May be required to work in all weather conditions. May be required to use a firearm and ammunition. May be required to work overtime/irregular hours. May be required to act in the capacity of surrounding posts. Posts of Field Ranger are interchangeable within the Department.

Physical Requirements: Must be physically fit and able to perform the strenuous requirements of the post e.g. walking long distances, carrying equipment over natural terrain.

GIS OPERATOR

REF NO: 44002610

Basic Salary R308 655.60 / R400 637.07 pa

Grade: 09

Job Purpose: To provide an efficient and effective spatial and database information service which will be updated and other related functions.

Competencies: •Organisational Awareness •Problem Solving •Information Management •Data Exchange •Professional Conduct •GIS Systems & Software •Spatial Awareness •Consulting •Communication •Client Orientation & Customer Focus •Accountability

Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) and a Geographical  Information Systems (GIS) certificate or any other related and equivalent certificate. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •2 Years relevant experience.

Special Conditions: Must have interest and capacity to work with large volumes of data, be creative and artistic in presenting work.

Physical Requirements: Ability to work on computer for long period. Must be in possession of a valid driver licence.

BUILDING REGULATION SERVICES DIRECTORATE

REGIONAL CO-ORDINATOR (BUILDING INSPEC)

REF NO:21000540

Total Value of Remuneration Package R923 999.00 / R1 171 843.00 pa

Grade: 13

Job Purpose: Manages the Regional division of the Building Inspectorate functionality, aligning functional key performance areas and applying procedures necessary to determine conformity of proposed and completed buildings.

Competencies: •Organisational Awareness •Problem Solving •Building Inspectorate Customer Centricity •Legal Administration •Negotiation & Influencing •Ethics & Professionalism •Interpersonal Relationship •Service Delivery Orientation •Action Orientation •Resilience •Coaching & Mentoring •Impact & Influence

Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Architecture or Civil Engineering or Building or Construction Management or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Valid Peace Officer certificate or to be obtained within 6 months from date of appointment. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •4 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.

WASTE MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE

TEAM LEADER

REF NO: 35001826 / 35002372

Basic Salary R170 591.24 / R221 447.58 pa

Grade: 05

Job Purpose: To undertake responsibility for the planning of activities and the supervision of cleaning workmen.

Competencies: •Problem Solving •Planning & Organising •People Management •Task Management •Workplace Safety •Waste Management •Interpersonal Relationships •Communication •Service Delivery Orientation •Resilience •Ethics & Accountability •Impact & Influence •Team Orientation

Essential Requirements: •Grade 10 or equivalent. •6 Months relevant experience.

Physical Requirements: Due to long distances walked daily, incumbents must be physically able and fit in the performance of their duties.

SECURITY MANAGEMENT SERVICES DIRECTORATE

SECTION LEADER

REF NO: 42004256 / 42006132/ 42000560/42004076/42004266 /42006126

Basic Salary R 410 245.46 / R 532 520.63 pa

Grade: 11

Job Purpose: To protect council buildings, installations, property, and employees at their places of work.

Competencies: •Problem Solving. •Communication. •Ethics and Professionalism. •Negotiation and Influencing. •Patrol, Enforcement and Emergency Response. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Action and Outcome Orientation. •Resilience. •Cognitive Ability. •Team Orientation. •Coaching and Mentoring.

Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in a Police, Military or a recognised Security or Law Enforcement environment. •Valid First Aid Certificate Level 2 •Peace Officer’s certificate or to be obtained within 1 year from date of appointment. •Valid Firearm Competency certificate (handgun, shotgun or rifle). •Valid PSIRA registered Grade A certificate. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •3 years relevant experience within the Police, Military or a recognised Security or Law Enforcement environment. •Computer Literacy.

Special Conditions: Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the handling and use of firearms. Required to work long hours under arduous conditions and be prepared to carry out standby duties after hours and overtime duties as and when required. The post of section Leader is interchangeable with all Section Leader posts within Security Management unit. The essential qualifications to be applicable to all new Section Leaders appointed from the date that the new grade is authorised.

Physical Requirements: Must be physically fit and able to perform the duties of the job.

CUSTOMER RELATIONS MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE

PRINCIPAL CLERK

REF NO: 53000436

Basic Salary R243 479.01 / R316 060.58 pa

Grade: 07

Job Purpose: Responsible for providing statistical information to the Unit regarding services provided.

Competencies: •Written Communication. •Attention to Detail. •Influencing. •Organisational Awareness. •Business Processes. •Data Processing & Analysis. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Client Orientation and Customer Focus. •Action Orientation. •Resilience. •Cognitive ability.

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