ETHEKWINI METRO MUNICIPALITY

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 AT E-RECRUITMENT, USE THE FOLLOWING LINK:

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

APPLICATIONS CAN BE MADE AT THE FOLLOWING 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, KwaMashu, 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 or (Telephone Enquires 031 311 3103) or go to E-Recruitment https://www.durban.gov.za/page/jobs and click on the link – closing date is Friday, 09/10/2026 (Midday).

PLEASE NOTE THAT MUNICIPALITY VACANCIES ARE NOT FOR SALE! CLOSING DATE IS FRIDAY,09 OCTOBER 2026 12:00 MIDDAY

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

HUMAN SETTLEMENTS DIRECTORATE

STRATEGIC EXECUTIVE

REF NO: 32001456

Salary Negotiable

Grade: 19

Job Purpose: Directs and controls complex arrangements associated with the provision of a high-level strategic coordination function focusing on integrating requirements and procedures related to the Housing function that cuts across the Directorate’s key delivery areas.

Competencies: •People Management. •Program & Project Management. •Financial Management. •Governance Management. •Governance Management. •Monitoring Control. •Problem Solving. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Communication. •Cognitive Ability. •Action and Outcome orientation. •Impact and Influence. •Strategic Capability/Leadership or Direction Setting.

Essential Requirements: •Bachelor’s 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.

SENIOR MANAGER (ENGINEERING)

REF NO: 32001340

Total Value of Remuneration Package R1 570 619.00 / R2 008 545.00 pa

Grade: 17

Job Purpose: To pursue the attainment of the Council Integrated Development Plan (IDP) by project managing, planning, controlling and implementing the integrated delivery of houses, hostels, roads, sanitation and associated infrastructure for both Municipal and privately owned land.

Competencies: •Planning. •Design. •Project Management. •Construction. •Operations and Maintenance. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Action and Outcome Orientation. •Cognitive Ability. •Accountability and Ethical conduct. •Impact and Influence. •Direction Setting. •Coaching and Mentoring.

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 •7 years relevant experience of which 5 years must be post registration experience •Computer Literacy.

Special Conditions:

1. Requires broad based knowledge of engineering, including implementation of development projects.

2. Requires knowledge of Council policy, procedures and protocol.

3. The posts of Senior Manager (Engineering) are interchangeable within the Department at the discretion of the Deputy Head.

ORGANISATION EFFECTIVENESS AND CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENTS

DIRECTORATE DEPUTY HEAD (ORG CHANGE & EFFICIENCY)

REF NO: 63000124

Salary Negotiable

Grade: 19

Job Purpose: Plan, lead and direct the Organisation Development and Special Project function by formulating strategic short- and long-term plans encapsulating critical interventions and applications necessary to deliver outputs, managing key functional areas and establishing standards and performance measures to establish levels of efficiency, control, and aligning and/or developing policies and procedures accordingly and managing all aspects of Change Management and Business System Analysis.

Competencies: •Organisational Awareness. •Consulting. •Planning and Organising. •Mentoring and Control. •Change Leadership. •HR Technology/ Information Management. •Strategic Management. •Workforce Planning. •Communication. •Accountability and Ethical Conduct. •Direction Setting. •Impact and Influence. 

Essential Requirements: •Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in one of the following fields: •Organisational Development •Operations Management •Industrial Psychology •Human Resource Management •Valid motor vehicle driving license •7 years relevant experience of which 3 years must be at a senior management level.

ENGINEERING SERVICES DIRECTORATE

PROFESSIONAL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT

REF NO: 36000224D

Total Value of Remuneration Package R 1 180 843.00 / R 1 502 545.00 pa

Grade: 15

Job Purpose: Co-ordinates and aligns the division’s key performance areas against critical Landscape Architecture priorities.

Competencies: •Monitoring and Control. •Planning and Organising. •Urban Design. •Information Management. •Research, Information Analysis and Policy. •Policy Conceptualisation. •Communication. •Client Orientation and Customer Focus. •Learning Orientation. •Problem Solving. •Team Orientation.

Essential Requirements: •Masters (NQF Level 9) in Landscape Architecture. •Registered as a Professional Landscape Architect with the South African Council for the Landscape Architectural Profession (SACLAP). •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •5 years relevant experience in Landscape Architecture. •Computer Literacy.

ETHEKWINI TRANSPORT AUTHORITY DIRECTORATE 

SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST

REF NO: 37000906B

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

Grade: 14

Job Purpose: Controls professional and technical processes associated with provision of structural engineering service to internal/external clients through the provision of guidance and advice on the formulation of proposals and design concepts, contract, and project management of basic and average complexity type of broadly defined structural engineering works.

Competencies: •Planning. •Attention to Detail. •Design. •Project Management. •Construction. •Operations and Maintenance. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Communication. •Service Delivery orientation. •Cognitive ability. •Direction Setting. •Coaching and Mentoring.

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.

SOCIAL AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTORATE

SENIOR MANAGER (POLICY)

REF NO: 54000002

Total Value of Remuneration Package R1 316 710.00 / R 1 678 957.00 pa

Grade: 16

Job Purpose: To provide strategic direction on policy and administration of the Directorate.

Competencies: •Discipline Specific Skills. •Financial Management. •Planning and Organising. •Monitoring and Control. •Organisational Awareness. •Direction Setting. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Communication. •Action and Outcome Orientation. •Resilience. •Impact and Influence. •Coaching and Mentoring.

Essential Requirements: •Degree (NQF Level 7) in Public Administration or Public Management or Business Administration or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •6 years relevant experience of which 2 years must be at a management level. •Computer Literacy.

PRIMARY HEALTH CARE SERVICES DIRECTORATE

ADMINISTRATION OFFICER (AIR QUALITY)

REF NO: 41000216

Basic Salary R 347 517.13/R 451 095.57 pa

Grade: 10

Job Purpose: Performs tasks and activities associated with undertaking assessment of data quality and reporting on the data generated.

Competencies: •Planning. •Organisational Awareness. •Attention to detail. •Use of Technology. •Discipline Specific Skills. •Data Processing and Analysis. •Communication. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Resilience. •Cognitive Ability. •Team Orientation. •Coaching and Mentoring.

Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Environmental Science or Environmental Management. •Registered as a Candidate Natural Scientist with SACNASP. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •2 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.

FLEET MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION DIRECTORATE

SUPERINTENDENT (WORKSHOP)

REF NO: 73000386

Basic Salary R484 357.30 / R628 694.96 pa

Grade: 12

Job Purpose: Undertakes responsibility for the maintenance of Council’s vehicle and heavy plant.

Competencies: •Managing Work. •Problem Solving. •Planning and Organising. •Quality Orientation. •Communication. •Action Orientation. •Accountability and Ethical Conduct. •Learning Orientation. •Resilience. •Team Orientation. •Coaching and Mentoring.

Essential Requirements: •Trade Tested Artisan (Diesel or Petrol or Automotive Electrician or Construction Plant Mechanic). •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code EC). •Valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP). •5 years relevant post apprenticeship experience. •Computer Literacy.

Special Conditions: Driver’s License EC1. Valid PrDP. Basic Computer Knowledge.

SENIOR FLEET OFFICER

REF NO: 73000870 / 73000888 / 73001138

Basic Salary R410 245.46 / R532 520.63 pa

Grade: 11

Job Purpose: Monitors and controls the procedural applications, interventions and activities of the functionality through the planning and co-ordination of the Fleet Management Services (control of municipal vehicles, heavy plant and equipment) within the Municipality.

Competencies: •Attention to Detail. •Ethics and Professionalism. •Problem Solving. •Business Processes. •Use of Technology. • Data Processing and Analysis. •Financial Management. •Communication. •Client Orientation and Customer Focus. •Action Orientation. •Resilience. •Learning Orientation.

Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Transport field. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •3 years relevant experience • Computer Literacy.

REVENUE MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE

SENIOR METER READER

REF NO: 71002726

Basic Salary R243 479.01 / R316 060.58 pa

Grade: 07

Job Purpose: To supervise electricity meter reading staff and to effectively control the meter reading function.

Competencies: •Attention to Detail •Ethics & Professionalism •Planning & Organising •Organisational awareness •Problem Solving •Data Processing & Analysis •Use of Technology •Service Delivery Orientation •Impact & Influence •Team Orientation •Coaching & Mentoring

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

Special Conditions:

1. 40 hour, 5-day week

2. Protective Clothing: As per PPE Schedule.

3.Overtime Category: II.

Physical Requirements: Must be physically fit to perform the duties.

CASHIER CLERK

REF NO: 71000530 / 71000440 / 71000544 / 71000678 / 71000420 / 71000390 / 71000404 / 71000594 / 71000664 / 71000520

Basic Salary R201 404.58/R261 440.79 pa

Grade: 06

Job Purpose: To provide comprehensive customer care and revenue collection services to all eThekwini Municipality customers and patrons of the Service Centre.

Competencies: •Attention to Detail. •Ethics and Professionalism. •Problem Solving. •Business Processes. •Use of Technology. •Data Processing & Analysis. •Financial Management. •Communication. •Client Orientation and Customer Focus. •Action Orientation. •Resilience. •Learning orientation.

Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent with Mathematics and/or Accounting. •1 Year relevant experience. •Computer Literacy. •2 Years relevant experience.

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

EXPENDITURE DIRECTORATE

SUPERVISOR (ACCOUNTS PAYABLE)

REF NO: 71000724

Basic Salary R274 139.63 / R355 839.48 pa

Grade: 08

Job Purpose: To approve payments captured on the JDE ensuring validity and correctness of the documents submitted in terms of the Municipal Finance Management Act, Supply Chain Management Policy and the Accounts Payable Policy.

Competencies: •Accounting. •Budgeting. •Financial Management. •Costing. •Organizational Awareness. •Planning and Organizing. •Communication. •Learning Orientation. •Resilience. •Tea Orientation. •Direction Setting. •Coaching and

Mentoring.

Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent with Mathematics and/or Accounting and a certificate in Accounting or any other related and equivalent certificate. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 years relevant experience

PRINCIPAL CLERK (ACCOUNTING)

REF NO: 71001276

Basic Salary R243 479.01/R316 060.58 pa

Grade: 07

Job Purpose: To ensure that all accounting, financial clerical and administrative functions as per the duties of the post are performed in an efficient manner producing acceptable results.

Competencies: •Accounting •Budgeting •Financial Management •Costing •Organizational Awareness •Planning and Organising •Communication •Learning Orientation •Team Orientation

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

PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE

DRIVER OPERATOR

REF NO: 31000056

Basic Salary R201 404.58 / R261 440.79 pa

Grade: 06

Job Purpose: Effective management of the Stores processes to enable Units within the various Departments to deliver a high standard of service and ensure customer satisfaction.

Competencies: •Vehicle Safety •Driving Behaviour •Learning Orientation •Quality Orientation •Communication •Service Delivery Orientation •Action Orientation •Accountability & Ethical Conduct •Learning Orientation •Team Orientation

Essential Requirements: •Appropriate level of secondary education. •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code EC). •Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP). •1 Year relevant experience.

RECREATION AND PARKS DIRECTORATE

FOREMAN (MECHANICAL)

REF NO: 44016208

Basic Salary R410 245.46 / R532 520.63 pa

Grade: 11

Job Purpose: Responsible for total management and control of a mechanical workshop/s.

Competencies: •Managing Work •Planning & Organising •Problem Solving •Workplace Safety •Discipline Specific Skills •Interpersonal Relationships •Communication •Service Delivery Orientation •Accountability & Ethical Conduct •Resilience •Direction setting •Coaching & Mentoring.

Essential Requirements: •Trade Tested Artisan in Petrol and or Diesel or Earth Moving Equipment. •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code EC). •Valid Professional drivers Permit (PrDP). •4 years relevant post apprenticeship experience. •Computer Literacy.

Special Conditions: May be required to work overtime/irregular hours. May be required to act in the capacity of surrounding posts. All posts of Workshop Superintendent/Foreman within the department are interchangeable.

Physical Requirements: Required to perform all normal duties and functions of the post.

CASHIER

REF NO: 44007868 / 44007876

Basic Salary R170 591.24 / R221 447.58 pa

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.

MONITORING, EVALUATION AND ADVISORY SERVICES DIRECTORATE

PERFORMANCE MONITORING AND EVALUATION OFFICER

REF NO: 17000024

Basic Salary R347 517.13 / R451 095.57 pa

Grade: 10

Job Purpose: Co-ordinates and control the requirements associated with maintaining compliance with the Performance Monitoring and Evaluation cycle by scheduling appointments with organisations/directorates or divisional leadership and management structures.

Competencies: •Information measuring and monitoring. •Planning and organising. •Monitoring and reporting. •Information management. •Interpersonal relationships. •Communication. •Resilience. •Learning orientation. •Problem solving. •Accountability and ethical conduct. •Team orientation.

Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Public Management or in the Social Sciences or Finance field or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •2 years relevant experience in the Performance Monitoring and Evaluation field. •Computer Literacy.

CITY INTEGRITY AND INVESTIGATIONS DIRECTORATE

PRINCIPAL CLERK

REF NO: 14000016

Basic Salary R243 479.01 / R316 060.58 pa

Grade: 07

Job Purpose: To ensure that an effective filing system is in place and provides administrative support.

Competencies: •Written communication. •Oral communication. •Attention to detail. •Planning and organising. •Problem solving. •Use of technology. •Data processing & analysis. •Client orientation and customer focus. •Action orientation. •Resilience. •Learning orientation.

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

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY DIRECTORATE

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH MEDICAL PRACTITIONER

REF NO: 65000028

Total Value of Remuneration Package R1 316 710.00 / R1 678 957.00 pa

Grade: 16

Job Purpose: To perform clinical and supervisory Management of Occupational Health services throughout the eThekwini Municipality to reduce employee exposure to workplace hazards and occupational disease.

Competencies: •Professionalism •Medical Knowledge •Interpersonal Relationships •Communication •Service Delivery Orientation •Action and Outcome Orientation •Resilience •Change Readiness •Cognitive Ability •Learning Orientation •Impact and Influence •Team Orientation

Essential Requirements: •MBChB (NQF Level 8) or equivalent, recognised by the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) •Postgraduate Diploma (NQF Level 8) in Occupational Medicine or Occupational Health or equivalent. •Valid registration with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •6 years post qualification experience as a Medical Practitioner including a minimum of 2 years’ experience in Occupational Health.

WATER AND SANITATION DIRECTORATE

CIVIL ENGINEER

REF NO: 34011370

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

Grade: 14

Job Purpose: Applies professional principles and controls technical procedures and processes to address the specific engineering requirements.

Competencies: •Planning. •Attention to detail. •Organisational awareness. •Design. •Project management. •Construction. •Interpersonal relationships. •Service delivery orientation. •Cognitive ability. •Learning orientation. •Accountability and ethical conduct.

Essential Requirements: •Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering (NQF Level 8) in Civil Engineering. •Registered as a Candidate Engineer with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) within 3 months of appointment. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •2 years relevant post qualification experience. •Computer literacy.

Special Conditions: •Posts of Civil Engineer on the same grade are interchangeable within the Department at the discretion of the Deputy Head.

LABORATORY ATTENDANT

REF NO: 34007194 / 34007216

Basic Salary: R 201 404.58/R 261 440.79 pa

Grade: 06

Job Purpose: To support the analytical staff by ensuring that non-technical functions of the laboratory operate smoothly.

Competencies: •Written communication. •Planning and organising. •Raw material inventory. •Interpersonal relationships. •Communication. •Action orientation and outcome orientation. •Cognitive ability. •Team orientation.

Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent with Mathematics or Natural Science. •1 Year relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.

ARTISAN (PLUMBER) (LEVEL II)

Ref No: 34004644B / VARIOUS

Basic Salary R 347 517.13 / R 451 095.57 pa

Grade:10

Job Purpose: Co-ordinates and controls specialized/technical plumbing tasks/activities by organizing materials and issuing instructions and guidelines.

Competencies: •Managing Work •Planning & Organising •Quality Orientation •Work Place Safety •Discipline Specific Skills •Service Delivery Orientation •Communication •Customer Orientation & Customer Focus •Action Orientation •Resilience •Accountability & Ethical Conduct •Team Orientation.

Essential Requirements: •Trade Tested Artisan (Plumber). •Basic First Aid and Basic Safety certificate or to be completed within 6-12 months from date of appointment. •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code C1). •Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP). •3 years relevant post qualification experience.

Special Conditions:

1. Required to work in all weather conditions. 

2. Required to work outside normal working hours during emergencies and planned overtime. 

3. May be required to work shifts.

4. Required to work under unfavourable site conditions such as water-logged excavations and muddy conditions.

Physical Requirements: Be physically fit and able bodied.

ENERGY AND ELECTRICITY MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE

SPECIALIST ENGINEER (PROTECTION ENG)

REF NO: 33006152

Total Value of Remuneration Package R1 570 619.00 / R2 008 545.00 pa

Grade: 17

Job Purpose: The effective design, planning and analysis of complex protection systems to ensure a high quality of electricity supply, as well as the efficient control and functioning of the Protection Engineering Division.

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

Essential Requirements: Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering (NQF Level 8) in Electrical Engineering •Registered as a Professional Electrical Engineer with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). •Must pass a proficiency test set by the department to prove sufficient general knowledge of Power Systems Protection theory. •Must be in possession of a valid First Aid certificate or be able to obtain one within 6 months of the date of appointment. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •7 years relevant post registration experience relevant to the Electricity Distribution or Transmission industry.

Special Conditions:

1. 40 hours, 5-day week. 

2. Incumbents must be prepared to work overtime when required. 

3. Permanent locomotion allowance or departmental transport at the discretion of the Director (Energy Management).

4. Protective clothing: As per the PPE schedule.

5. Appointment to Specialist Engineer level will be subject to applicants achieving the required number of credits that would be deemed as a pass in the Assessment Test.

Physical Requirements: 

1. Must be physically fit and in good health as determined by the City Medical Officer in Health. 

2. Must not be colour blind.

ELECTRONIC ASSISTANT

REF NO: 33001904

Basic Salary R347 517.13 / R451 095.57 pa

Grade: 10

Job Purpose: To install, commission, repair and maintain all supervisory and substation security systems/equipment.

Competencies: •Managing Work •Planning & Organising •Workplace Safety •Discipline Specific Skills •Communication •Customer Orientation & Customer Focus •Accountability & Ethical Conduct •Direction Setting •Team Orientation

Essential Requirements: •Must be in possession of a NTC2 or NCV3 in Electrical Engineering, from a further Education and Training College, registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training. •Trade Tested Artisan (Electrician) accredited by the relevant body under the Department of Higher Education and Training. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) or to be obtained within 6 months from date of appointment. •Valid First Aid certificate or to be obtained within 6 months from date of appointment. •Must be a competent person in terms of eThekwini Municipality’s safety rules in all Electrician fields, applicable to the relevant branch. •Must be required to pass a departmental proficiency test, set by the Directorate to prove sufficient and general knowledge of construction, operations and maintenance of distribution (and/ or transmission) systems. •Apprentice route: Must provide documented proof of having served a recognised apprenticeship prior to undergoing the trade test. •ARPL route: Must provide documented proof of at least 3 years’ relevant practical experience at the level of an Electrician and working under the direct supervision of a competent Electrician, in diverse aspects of construction, operation, and maintenance of distribution and/or transmission networks prior to undergoing the trade test. •3 years relevant post trade test experience in the Electricity Supply and Distribution industry.

Special Conditions: •40 hours, 5-day work week. •Standby allowance as authorised. •Be prepared to work overtime when required to meet the exigencies of the service. •Subject to transfer/relocation to any of Electricity Unit’s depots/divisions as required. •Protective Clothing: As per the PPE Schedule.

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 of an Electrician. •Must not be colour blind. •Must be able to climb ladders and work at heights. •Must have the necessary dexterity to work with tools and instruments.

CHIEF CLERK

REF NO: 33005806

Basic Salary R274 139.63 / R355 839.48 pa

Grade: 08

Job Purpose: To ensure that the mechanical workshops, administration section operates in a well-managed manner and produces a dynamic service to its customers.

Competencies: •Written communication. •Oral communication. •Attention to detail. •Planning and organisation. •Use of Technology. •Interpersonal relationships. •Communication. •Learning orientation. •Action orientation. •Team orientation.

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

Special Conditions:

1. 40 hours, 5 day week.

2. Be prepared to work overtime. 

3. Subject to transfer/re-location to any of the Unit’s depots or divisions as required.

4 .Protective Clothing as per PPE Schedule.

Physical Requirements:

1. Be physically fit and in good health as determined by the City Medical Officer of Health.

2. Be able to physically lift heavy objects normally required of an Administrative Assistant.

PLATER / WELDER ASSISTANT

REF NO: 33005842 /33005862

Basic Salary R155 944.93 / R196 692.34 pa

Grade: 04

Job Purpose: To provide assistance to Artisans: Plater/Welder and Handymen with their tasks.

Competencies: •Managing work. •Quality orientation. •Workplace safety. •Discipline specific skills. •Service delivery orientation. •Interpersonal relationships. •Communication. •Learning orientation.

Essential Requirements: •An appropriate level of primary education. •6 Months relevant experience.

Special Conditions:

1. 40 hours, 5 day week.

2. Be prepared to work overtime to meet the exigencies of the service.

3. Protective Clothing: As per PPE Schedule.

4. Subject to transfer/relocation to any of the Electricity Unit’s divisions/depots as required.

Physical Requirements:

1. Be physically fit and in good health as determined by the City Medical Officer of Health. 

2. Be able to physically lift heavy objects and equipment. 

3. Be able to climb ladders, lattice structures and work at heights. 

4. Have the necessary dexterity to work with tools.

HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTORATE

PRINCIPAL CLERK

REF NO: 61000208

Basic Salary R243 479.01 / R316 060.58 pa

Grade: 07

Job Purpose: To provide administrative assistance in Recruitment and Administration Branch

Competencies: •Attention to detail •Influencing •Ethics and professionalism •Planning and organising •Use of technology •Interpersonal relationship •Communication •Service delivery orientation •Client orientation and customer focus •Resilience. •Learning orientation.

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

WASTE MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE

PRINCIPAL CLERK

REF NO: 35003844/35003188

Basic Salary R243 479.01 / R316 060.58 pa

Grade: 07

Job Purpose: To provide administrative service to the Co-ordinator Bulk Refuse and resources.

Competencies: •Written communication. •Oral communication. •Attention to detail. •Organisational awareness. •Problem solving. • Use of technology. • Data processing & analysis. •Service delivery orientation. • Client orientation and customer focus. •Action orientation. •Cognitive ability.

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

PRINCIPAL CLERK (CONTR & PROC & MERCH)

REF NO: 35003438

Basic Salary R243 479.01 / R316 060.58 pa

Grade: 07

Job Purpose: To provide a comprehensive clerical administrative service to the Unit.

Competencies:• Oral communication. •Attention to detail. •Organisational awareness. •Problem solving. •Use of technology. • Data processing & analysis. •Interpersonal relationships.• Communication. •Service delivery orientation. • Customer orientation and customer focus. •Action orientation.

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

Special Conditions: Posts are interchangeable at the discretion of the Director (CSW).

PRINCIPAL CLERK

REF NO: 35004702 /35004782

Basic Salary R243 479.01 / R316 060.58 pa

Grade: 07

Job Purpose: To provide a secretarial support service to the Strategic and New Development department.

Competencies: •Oral communication. •Attention to detail. •Organisational awareness. •Problem solving. •Use of technology. • Data processing & analysis. •Interpersonal relationships. • Communication. • Service delivery orientation.• Client orientation and customer focus. •Action orientation.

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

SENIOR CLERK (MARKETING)

REF NO: 35003448

Basic Salary R201 404.58 / R261 440.79 pa

Grade: 06

Job Purpose: Responsible for undertaking public relations/marketing, communication and administration duties effectively.

Competencies: •Influencing •Problem Solving • Planning and Organising •Use of Technology •Data Processing & Analysis • Interpersonal Relationships •Service Delivery Orientation •Client Orientation and Customer Focus •Learning Orientation.

Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •1 Year relevant experience • Computer Literacy.

INTERNAL CONTROL DIRECTORATE

TEAM LEADER

REF NO: 70000784

Basic Salary R170 591.24 / R221 447.58 pa

Grade: 05

Job Purpose: To monitor the cleaners and to ensure that the building is well maintained in respect of cleanliness and in accordance with the health and safety regulations.

Competencies: •Problem Solving. •Planning and Organising. • People Management. •Task Management. •Workplace Safety. • Communication. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Ethics and Accountability. •Impact and Influence. •Team Orientation.

Essential Requirements: •Grade 10 or equivalent. • Valid motor vehicle