KNYSNA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified individuals with enthusiasm for the following career opportunity in our dynamic organisation: 

TOWN PLANNER 

DIRECTORATE: PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 

Task Level 14: R to 572 160 R742 656 (Basic Salary) 

R915 744 to R1 136 206 (Total Cost to Council Package per annum) 

(PERMANENT APPOINTMENT) 

Applicable Municipal benefits will apply. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: 

·       B Degree/ National Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning 

·       2 - 5 years’ relevant experience in a Town Planning environment 

·       1 year work experience in a town planning environment in a Municipal environment will be an added advantage 

·       Own vehicle and valid Code B driver’s license 

·       Proof of registration or working towards registering as a Professional Planner with the South African Council for Planners (SACPLAN) 

·       Thorough knowledge of relevant legislation 

·       Computer literate and in Microsoft Office package 

·       Be prepared to work overtime and attend meetings after normal office hours when required 

·       Proficiency in English and at least one other official language of the Western Cape 

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: 

·       Processing and making recommendations on Land Use Applications 

·       Enforcement of Spatial Planning and Land Use Management Legislation 

·       Supervision of Staff 

·       Accurate communication and dissemination of functional and operational information on spatial planning matters 

·       Report writing 

COMPETENCIES

CORE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES 

Monitoring and Control; Negotiation; Planning and Organising; Analytical Skills; Attention detail; Conflict Resolution Skills; Interpersonal Skills; Problem solving skills; Relationship Building; Report writing skills; Stress Management; Time Management Skills; Work Ethics and Values. 

All applications will be considered, but in terms of its Employment Equity Target, the Municipality would prefer to appoint an African Male and if a suitable candidate in that category can be identified White females will be considered.

PLEASE NOTE: (Failure to comply with the below will result in disqualification) 

• All applications MUST be on a Knysna Municipal Application form (https://www.knysna.gov.za/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Knysna-Municipality-New-Job-Application-From.pdf) accompanied by a comprehensive CV with certified copies of ID, qualifications (not older than 6 months), copy of ID, copies of training, experience, competency and previous employment record must accompany applications. 

Application forms are obtainable from the Municipal website: www.knysna.gov.za. Completed applications should be forwarded via email to: vacanciesplanning@knysna.gov.za

It would be expected of candidates to be subjected to thorough evaluations and that previous and current employers and references will be contacted. Verification will be done on his/her qualifications, criminal and credit record. The candidate will be required to disclose all financial interests. 

Correspondence will ONLY be entered into with shortlisted candidates. Should candidates not be contacted within three months after the closing date, they may accept their application as unsuccessful. 

For enquiries, contact the Human Resources Office at 044 302 6418 or 044 302 6419. 

Canvassing for appointment is strictly prohibited and any confirming thereof will disqualify the candidate. 

CLOSING DATE: 22 AUGUST 2026 

MR BOY MANQOBA NGUBO 

ACTING MUNICIPAL MANAGER 

The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.