ETHEKWINI METRO VACANCIES

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EXPENDITURE DIRECTORATE
 
 
CORPORATE EXECUTIVE (DEPARTMENTAL ACC)
REF NO: 71000008
Salary Negotiable
Grade: 19
 
Job Purpose: Control and coordinate, under the direction of the Head: Expenditure, the operation of the system of financial and accounting control of the following clusters: Health Safety and Social Services, Sustainable Development, City Enterprises, Corporate Human Resources, Treasury, Governance and Office of the City Manager.
 
Competencies: •Accounting. •Procurement. •Budgeting. •Financial Management. •Organisational Awareness. •Planning and Organizing. •Interpersonal Relationship. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Action and Outcome Orientation. •Cognitive Ability. •Impact and Influence. •Direction Setting.
 
Essential Requirements: •Tertiary qualification (NQF Level 8) in Accounting or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Professional registration of either CA(SA) or CIMA or ACCA. •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) within18 months of date of appointment. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •7 years’ experience at a management level of which at least 2 years must be at a senior management level.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
PRINCIPAL CLERK
REF NO: 71000716
Basic Salary R232 438.20 / R301 728.48 pa
Grade: 07
 
Job Purpose: To ensure that all accounting clerical functions as per the duties of the post are performed in an efficient manner producing acceptable results.
 
Competencies: •Accounting •Budgeting •Financial Management •Costing •Organisational Awareness •Planning & 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.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ETHEKWINI MUNICIPALITY AUDIT AND RISK ASSURANCE SERVICES DIRECTORATE
 
 
SENIOR AUDIT MANAGER (OPERATIONAL AUDITING)
REF NO: 12000014
Total Value of Remuneration Package R1 499 461.00 / R1 918 074.00 pa
Grade: 17
 
Job Purpose: Management of a Council-wide independent, objective assurance and consulting activity within the operational auditing remit that adds value to and improves eThekwini operations.
 
Competencies: •Written communication. •Research and analysis. • Advocacy/ negotiation. •Ethics and professionalism. •Organizational awareness. •Internal auditing. •Engagement management. •Customer orientation and customer focus. •Cognitive ability. •Impact and influence. •Team orientation. •Coaching and mentoring.
 
Essential Requirements: • Degree (NQF Level 7) in Financial Accounting or Auditing with Auditing or Internal Auditing as a major or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •6 years relevant experience of which 3 years must be in managing multifunctional teams in audits.
 
 
 
 
 
 
ETHEKWINI WATER SERVICES DIRECTORATE
 
 
SENIOR MANAGER (WASTEWATER DESIGN)
REF NO: 34006902
Total Value of Remuneration Package R 1 714 208.00 / R 2 196 822.00 pa
Grade: 18
 
Job Purpose: Manages the key performance areas of the design branch by evaluating the adequacy and capability of the functionality to support the departmental objectives, controlling the personnel and financial resources, developing and/or reviewing current procedures, identifying with opportunities  and trends to facilitate continuous improvement initiatives.
 
Competencies: •Planning. •Organisational Awareness. •Attention to Detail. •Design. •Project. Management. •Construction Operations and Maintenance •Service Delivery Orientation •Learning orientation •Impact and Influence •Direction Setting •Coaching and Mentoring.
 
Essential Requirements: •Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering (NQF Level 8) in Civil Engineering. •Registered as a Professional Civil Engineer with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •8 years relevant experience of which 5 years must be post registration. •Computer Literacy.
 
Special Conditions: •Required to be on stand-by.
 
Physical Requirements: •Required to be physically capable of carrying out the duties of the post.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
QUANTITY SURVEYOR
REF NO: 34006818
Total Value of Remuneration Package R 990 043.00 /R 1 256 750.00 pa
Grade: 14
 
Job Purpose: Applies quantity surveying principles, procedures and application.
 
Competences: •Planning. •Organizational awareness. •Attention to detail. •Design. •Project management. •Service delivery orientation. •Communication. •Action orientation and outcome orientation. •Learning orientation. •Problem solving. •Impact solving. •Impact and influence. •Coaching and mentoring.
 
Essential Requirements: •Bachelor of Technology or Advanced Diploma (NQF Level 7) in Quantity Surveying. •Registered as a Candidate Quantity Surveyor with the South African Council for the Quantity Surveying Profession (SACQSP) within 6 months of employment. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •3 years relevant experience.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
BIO MONITOR
REF NO: 34008000 -1
Basic Salary R 294 659.28 / R 382 469.76 pa
Grade: 09
 
Job Purpose: To take samples of a range of water sample types such as rivers and beaches in order to comply with legislative requirements and to act as Scientific Service’s eyes and ears in the environment.
 
. Competencies: •Organisational awareness. •Use of technology. •Discipline specifics skills. •Interpersonal relationships. •Communication. •Action orientation and outcome orientation. •Cognitive ability. •Team orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in the Natural Science field •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •2 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
 
 
 
 
 

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LABORATORY ATTENDANT
REF NO: 34007216
Basic Salary R 192 271.68 / R 249 585.48 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.
 
 
 
 
 
 
ETHEKWINI TRANSPORT AUTHORITY DIRECTORATE
 
 
PROJECT EXECUTIVE
REF NO: 37000796
Total Value of Remuneration Package R1 499 461.00/R1 918 074.00 pa
Grade: 17
 
Job Purpose: Provides a centralised overarching project management service across all professional and technical disciplines within eThekwini Transport Authority.
 
Competencies: •Planning. •Organisational Awareness. •Design. •Operations and Maintenance. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Communication. •Accountability and Ethical conduct. •Impact and Influence. •Team Orientation. •Direction Setting.
 
Essential Requirements: •Bachelor of Technology or Bachelor of Engineering (NQF Level 7) in Civil Engineering. •Registered as a professional Engineering Technologist with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). •Valid motor vehicle driving license •6 years relevant experience of which 5 years must be post registration. •Computer Literacy.
 
 
 
 
 
 
SPECIALIST ENGINEER
REF NO: 37000832
STRATEGIC TRANSPORT PLANNING DIVISION
Total Value of Remuneration Package R1 499 461.00 / R1 918 074.00 pa
Grade: 17
 
Job Purpose: Direct and guide strategic and professional requirements and procedures to support functional areas within the department. 
 
Competencies •Planning. •Organisational Awareness. •Attention to detail. •Design. •Project Management. •Operations and Maintenance. •Communication. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Action and outcome orientation. •Cognitive ability. •Team Orientation. •Coaching and Mentoring.
 
Essential Requirements: •Bachelor of Science in Engineering (NQF Level 8) in Civil Engineering. •Registered as a Professional Engineer with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •7 Years relevant post registration experience.
 
 
 
 
 
 
ENGINEERING SERVICES DIRECTORATE
 
 
SMALL PLANT OPERATOR
REF NO: 36001960/Various
Basic Salary R148 873.44 / R187 773.12 pa
Grade: 04
 
Job Purpose: Performs tasks/ activities associated with general maintenance and repair work to roads, stormwater and drainage systems using handheld tools and equipment to excavate defined areas, operating small plant machinery, pressure cleaning devices and utilizes lettering and marking guides.
 
Competencies. •Managing Work. •Quality Orientation. •Oral Communication. •Operation Monitoring (Operators). •Workplace Safety. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Communication. •Team Orientation. •Learning Orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •An appropriate level of primary education. •Certification of competency in the operation of small plant and equipment. •6 Months relevant experience.
 
Special Conditions: •Required to work in all weather conditions. •Required to work outside normal working hours during emergencies and planned overtime. •Required to be on stand-by. •Must be prepared to enter confined areas such as manholes, culverts, inlets and pipes •The post is interchangeable with other Small Plant Operator posts within the Department and staff can be reassigned at the discretion of the Deputy Head.
 
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.
 
 
 
 
 
 
ENERGY MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE
 
 
HV NETWORK CONTROL OFFICER/ SENIOR HV NETWORK CONTROL OFFICER/ CHIEF HV NETWORK CONTROL OFFICER
REF NO: 33001854/33001864
REF NO: 33001854B/33001864B/
REF NO: 33001854C/33001864C
Basic Salary
R391 642.44 / R508 372.92 pa
Grade: 11
R462 393.60 / R600 186.12 pa
Grade 12
R883 361.00 / R1 120 275.00 pa
Grade 13
 
Job Purpose: Applies technical understanding of electricity network control to evaluate the status of electricity supply and make determinations referring load flow management principles during outages or peak demand/supply periods.
 
Competencies: •Planning. •Organisational. Awareness. •Attention to Detail. •Construction •Operations and Maintenance •Interpersonal Relationships •Service Delivery Orientation. •Resilience • Cognitive Ability • Learning Orientation •Accountability and Ethical Conduct. •Team Orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Must be a qualified Electrician who has served an apprenticeship recognized by the Department of Labour or be a qualified Electrician with a Trade Test Certificate recognized by the Department of Employment and Labour. •Must be in possession of a NTC4 or NCV4 certificate in Electrical Engineering registered with the Department of Education. •Must be currently an “Authorised Person” or have been in the past 24 months for 11kV with no restrictions. Or be an authorised or have been in the past 24 months an authorised “High Voltage (HV) or Medium Voltage Network Controller”. •Accredited First Aid Certificate holder or obtain one within six months of appointment. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 years relevant experience in the Electricity Transmission and Distribution environment.
 
 
 
 
 

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SENIOR HV NETWORK CONTROL OFFICER:
Grade 12
 
Job Purpose: Applies operations co-ordination and technical understanding of electricity network control to plan the personnel resourcing requirements for the shift, recommend changes to provisions, operating procedures and instructions.
 
Competencies: •Planning •Organisational Awareness •Attention to Detail •Construction •Operations and Maintenance •Interpersonal Relationships • Service Delivery Orientation • Resilience • Cognitive Ability • Learning Orientation • Accountability and Ethical Conduct • Team Orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Must be a qualified Electrician who has served an apprenticeship recognized by the Department of Labour or be a qualified Electrician with a Trade Test Certificate recognized by the Department of Employment and Labour. •Must be in possession of a NTC4 or NCV4 certificate in Electrical Engineering registered with the Department of Education. •Be an authorised or have been in the past 24 months an authorised High Voltage (HV) Network Controller. •Accredited First Aid Certificate holder or obtain one within six months of appointment. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •4 years relevant experience in the Electricity Transmission and Distribution environment and a minimum of 1 year as an Authorised High Voltage Network Controller.
 
 
 
 
 
 
CHIEF HV NETWORK CONTROL OFFICER:
Grade 13
 
Job Purpose: Applies operations co-ordination and technical understanding of electrical network control by planning the personnel resourcing requirements and monitoring processes for the operations; recommending changes to provisions, operating procedures and instructions and evaluating the status of electricity supply and making determinations referring to load flow management principles during outages or peak demand/supply periods.
 
Competencies: •Planning. •Organisational Awareness. •Attention to Detail. •Construction. •Operations and Maintenance. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Resilience. •Cognitive Ability •Learning Orientation •Accountability and Ethical Conduct • Team Orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Must be a qualified Electrician who has served an apprenticeship recognized by the Department of Labour or be a qualified Electrician with a Trade Test Certificate recognized by the Department of Employment and Labour. •Must be in possession of a NTC4 or NCV4 certificate in Electrical Engineering registered with the Department of Education. •Be an authorised or have been in the past 24 months an authorised High Voltage (HV) Network Controller. •Accredited First Aid Certificate holder or obtain one within six months of appointment. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •5 years relevant experience in the Electricity Transmission and Distribution environment and a minimum of 3 years as an Authorised High Voltage Network Controller.
 
 
 
 
 
 
ENGINEER (SCADA)/ SENIOR ENGINEER (SCADA)/ CHIEF ENGINEER (SCADA)
REF NO: 33006908
REF NO: 33006908B
REF NO: 33006908C
TOTAL VALUE OF REMUNERATION PACKAGE
R990 043.00 / R1 256 750.00 pa
Grade: 14
R1 126 875.00 / R1 434 389.00 pa
Grade: 15
R1 256 750.00 / R1 603 022.00 pa
Grade: 16
 
Job Purpose: Applies electrical and electronic engineering professional and technical principles to research, design and contribute to the design and implementation strategy of the Electrical Network Management System.
 
Competencies: • Planning. •Attention to Detail •Design. •Project Management. •Construction. •Operations and Maintenance •Communication. •Cognitive Ability. •Learning Orientation •Team Orientation
 
Essential Requirements: •Bachelor of Science (NQF Level 8) in Computer or Electronic Engineering or equivalent from a University recognized by the Council on Higher Education. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •2 years post qualification experience relevant to the electricity distribution or transmission industry.
 
Special Conditions: Protective Clothing as per PPE Schedule.
 
Physical Requirements: Be physically fit and abled bodied.
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR ENGINEER (SCADA)
Grade 15
 
Job Purpose: Applies Electrical and Electronic Engineering professional and technical principles to research, evaluate and contribute to the design and implementation strategy of Electrical Network Management System at the intermediate and high level.
 
Competencies: •Planning. •Attention to Detail. •Design. •Project Management. •Construction. •Operations and Maintenance •Communication. • Cognitive Ability • Learning Orientation. • Team Orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Bachelor of Science (NQF Level 8) in Computer or Electronic Engineering or equivalent from a University recognized by the Council on Higher Education. •Registration as a Professional Engineer (Pr. Engineer) with the Engineering Council of South Africa •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 years post qualification experience relevant to the electricity distribution or transmission industry.
 
Special Conditions: Protective Clothing-as per PPE schedule.
 
Physical Requirements: Be physically fit and able bodies.
 
 
 
 
 
 
CHIEF ENGINEER (SCADA)
Grade: 16
 
Job Purpose: Supports and participates in establishing functional requirements and manages the professional and technical processes associated with provision and of an Electronic Engineering service for the entire region through the alignment and adjustment of role boundaries and resources against short, medium and longer term plans and programmes, co-ordination of continuous improvement/research initiatives to determine and address inadequacy or gaps in current practices.
 
Competencies: •Planning. •Attention to Detail. •Design. •Project Management. •Construction. •Operations and Maintenance •Communication. •Cognitive Ability • Learning Orientation. •Team Orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Bachelor of Science in Electronic Engineering (NQF level 8) or equivalent acceptable to the Engineering Council of South Africa for registration. •Registration as a Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng) with the Engineering Council of South Africa. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •5 years’ relevant post professional registration experience relevant to the electricity distribution or transmission industry.
 
Special Conditions: Protective Clothing as per the PPE. Incumbents will be subject to transfer / relocation to any of the Electricity Unit’s depots or divisions as required.
 
Physical Requirements: Must be physically capable of carrying out the duties of the post.
 
 
 
 

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MV NETWORK CONTROL OFFICER
REF NO: 33005536
Basic Salary R391 642.44 / R508 372.92 pa
Grade: 11
 
Job Purpose: To apply technical understanding of electricity network control and evaluate the status of electricity supply.
 
Competencies: •Managing work. •Problem solving. •Quality orientation. •Workplace safety. •Discipline specific skills. •Service delivery orientation. • Accountability and ethical conduct. •Team orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Trade Tested Artisan (Electrician). •In possession of a NTC4 or NCV4 certificate in Electrical Engineering registered with the Department of Education. •Authorised for 11Kv switching with no restrictions. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •Valid First Aid Certificate or to be obtained within 6 months from date of appointment. •3 years relevant experience in the Electricity Transmission and Distribution environment.
 
Special Conditions: 40 hours, 5 day week. 2. Shift work as per shift roster. 3. Be prepared to work overtime when required to meet the exigencies of the Unit. 4. Protective Clothing: As per PPE Schedule.
 
Physical Requirements: •Be physically fit and abled bodied.
 
 
 
 
 
 
SHIFT COORDINATOR
REF NO: 33006828
Basic Salary R391 642.44 / R508 372.92 pa
Grade: 11
 
Job Purpose: To co-ordinate the field and control staff in order to attend to all planned and unplanned outages.
 
Competencies: •Managing work. •Problem solving. •Quality orientation. • Workplace safety. •Discipline specific skills. •Service delivery orientation. •Accountability and ethical conduct. •Team orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Trade Tested Artisan (Electrician). •In possession of a NTC6 in electrical engineering from a Further Education and Training College registered with the Department of Education. •3 Years relevant experience in the electricity transmission and distribution industry.
 
 
 
 
 
SWITCHING OFFICER
REF NO: 33005554/ 33005564/33005574
Basic Salary R391 642.44 / R508 372.92 pa
Grade: 11
 
Job Purpose: To carry out switching operations as directed.
 
Competencies: •Managing work. •Problem solving. •Quality orientation. •Workplace safety. •Discipline specific skills. •Service delivery orientation. • Accountability and ethical conduct. •Team orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Trade Tested Artisan (Electrical). •In possession of a NTC2 or NCV3 in Electrical Engineering from a Further Education and Training College registered with the Department of Education. •Authorised for 11kV switching or able to become so authorised within three months of date of appointment. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •3 Years relevant experience in the Electricity Supply Industry.
 
Special Conditions: 1. Safe and timeous carrying out of switching operations. 2. Adherence to relevant System Operating Regulations and Safety Rules.
 
Physical Requirements: Must be physically capable of carrying out the duties of the post.
 
 
 
 
 
INVESTIGATOR (NETWORK THEFT)
REF NO: 33007276 / 33007288
Basic Salary R331 758.60 / R430 640.16 pa
Grade: 10
 
Job Purpose: Conducting investigations relating to cable and infrastructure theft that affects eThekwini Electricity. They will be responsible for patrolling hot spot areas and conducting surveillance operations to apprehend suspects that are involved in cable and infrastructure theft on a 24/7 shift basis.
 
Competencies: •Written Communication •Oral Communication •Problem Solving •Planning & Organising •Data Processing & Analysis •Ethics & Professionalism •Investigation of Complaints (Infrastructure Theft Incidents) •Technical Report Writing •Client Orientation & Customer Focus •Resilience •Cognitive Ability •Team Orientation.
 
Essential Requirements:  •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Peace Officer certificate or be able to obtain it within one year from the date of appointment. •Firearm license certificate or be able to obtain it within one year from date of appointment. • Valid motor vehicle driving license. •2 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
Special Conditions: The working conditions fall into various categories which relate to:- 1.1 All weather conditions. 1.2 Shift work (24/7) and afterhours availability. 1.3 life threatening / dangerous situations. 2. No criminal record. 3. Undergo training and appointment as a peace officer and will be required to use a firearm.
 
Physical Requirements: Fit and able bodied
 
 
 
 
 
FLEET MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION DIRECTORATE
 
FOREMAN (WORKSHOP)
REF NO: 73000302
Basic Salary R391 642.44 / R508 372.92 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.
 
 
 
 
 
 
PRINCIPAL CLERK
REF NO: 73001328
Basic Salary R232 438.20 / R301 728.48 pa
Grade: 07
 
Job Purpose: Provides clerical support to the Vehicle Monitoring Service Centre and attends to specific clerical activities associated with the control of the driver management information database iro communicating with customers, officials sourcing and making available routine information pertaining to scheduled activities of the Division with regard to driver information.
 
Competencies:  •Written Communication •Problem solving •Ethics & Professionalism •Use of Technology •Data Processing & Analysis •Communication •Service Delivery Orientation •Client Orientation & Customer Focus •Resilience •Learning Orientation •Cognitive Ability
 
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •2 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
Special Conditions: Required to work shift as and when required. Required to work on standby as and when required.
 
 
 
 
 
 
PRINCIPAL CLERK (VEHICLE MONITORING)
REF NO: 73001200
Basic Salary R232 438.20 / R301 728.48 pa
Grade: 07
 
Job Purpose: Provides clerical support to the Vehicle Monitoring Service Centre and attends to specific clerical activities associated with monitoring of vehicles and communicating with customers, officials and making available routine information pertaining to scheduled activities of the Division.
 
Competencies: •Written Communication •Problem solving •Ethics & Professionalism •Use of Technology •Data Processing & Analysis •Communication •Service Delivery Orientation •Client Orientation & Customer Focus •Resilience •Learning Orientation •Cognitive Ability
 
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •2 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
Special Conditions: Required to work shifts.
 
 
 
 
 

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BUSINESS SUPPORT DIRECTORATE
 
 
INSPECTOR / CASHIER
REF NO: 25000074
Basic Salary R232 438.20 / R301 728.48 pa
Grade: 07
 
Job Purpose: To maximise the utilisation of the Market and control the activities of the Market.
 
Competencies: •Oral communication. •Attention to detail. •Influencing. •Ethics and professionalism. •Organisational awareness. •Accounting. •Financial management. •Interpersonal relationships. •Client orientation and customer focus. •Resilience. •Cognitive ability.
 
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •2 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
Special Conditions: •Working hours: 40 hours, 6 days a week.
 
 
 
 
 
 
CASHIER
REF NO: 25000072
Basic Salary R162 855.60 / R211 405.80 pa
Grade: 05
 
Job Purpose: To provide a cashiering and administration service.
 
Competencies: •Written Communication •Oral Communication •Attention to Detail •Influencing •Business Process •Use of Technology •Financial Management •Financial Process Management •Interpersonal  Relationship •Client Orientation & Customer Focus •Learning Orientation
 
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •6 months relevant experience in a cashiering environment. •Computer Literacy.
 
 
 
 
 
 
CASHIER (PART TIME) 20/40
REF NO: 25000034
Basic Salary R81 427.80 / R105 702.84 pa
Grade: 05
 
Job Purpose: To provide a cashiering service.
 
Competencies: •Written Communication •Oral Communication •Attention to Detail •Influencing •Business Process •Use of Technology •Financial Management •Financial Process  Management •Interpersonal Relationship •Client Orientation and Customer Focus •Learning Orientation
 
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •3 months relevant experience in a cashiering environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 
DRIVER / MESSENGER
REF NO: 25000018
Basic Salary R148 873.44 / R187 773.12 pa
Grade: 04
 
Job Purpose: Undertakes tasks/activities associated with transportation of officials, collection and distribution of mail and other related correspondence/documentation and items to/from internal departments and external sources and gather and record electrical/water consumption information from flow meters in order to ensure laid down instructions are complied with and deadlines/priorities attended to.
 
Competencies: •Workplace Safety •Oral Communication •Vehicle Safety •Driving Behaviour •Learning Orientation •Quality Orientation •Interpersonal Relationships •Communication •Accountability & Ethical Conduct
 
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 Months relevant experience.
 
Special Conditions: Required to work in all weather conditions. Required to work planned/ unplanned overtime.
 
 
 
 
 
 
HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTORATE
 
 
GRADING AND REMUNERATION ADVISOR / SENIOR GRADING AND REMUNERATION ADVISOR
REF NO: 61000098 / 61000098B
Total Value of Remuneration Package
R990 043.00 / R1 256 750.00 pa
Grade: 14
Total Value of Remuneration
Package
R1 126 875.00 / R1 434 389.00 pa
Grade: 15
GRADING AND REMUNERATION ADVISOR:
Grade 14
 
Job Purpose: To undertake research and implementation of policies pertaining to the Job Evaluation and Remuneration functionality for the eThekwini municipality through the guidance and alignment and alignment of procedures and controls, applications, outcomes and providing guidance on functional policy and specialist advice aimed at supporting Human Capital development and the accomplishment of the department key performance areas.
 
Competencies: •Organizational Awareness •Consulting •Planning and Organizing •Compensation and Benefits • HR Service Delivery •Workforce Planning •Communication. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Resilience. •Direction Setting.
 
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF level 6) in Human Resources Management or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Certified as a Job Evaluator. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •4 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR GRADING AND REMUNERATION ADVISOR:
Grade 15
 
Job Purpose: To plan, research and implement policies pertaining to the Job Evaluation and Remuneration functionality for the eThekwini Municipality through the development, maintenance and alignment of procedures and controls, applications and outcomes and, providing advice and guidance aimed at supporting Human Capital development and the accomplishment of the department key performance areas.
 
Competencies: •Organizational Awareness. •Consulting. •Planning and Organizing. •Compensation and Benefits. •Workforce Planning. •Performance Management. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Problem Solving and Analysis. •Communication: Written and Oral. •Direction Setting.
 
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF level 6) in Human Resources Management or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Certified as a Job Evaluator. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •5 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
 
 
 
 

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JOB ANALYST
REF NO: 61001592
Basic Salary R331 758.60 / R430 640.16 pa
Grade: 10
 
Job Purpose: To analyse jobs, in order to determine the key performance areas, the processes and outcomes of tasks within the job. To determine the person specifications of the job and to compile a descriptor of all the details of the job in its entirety.
 
Competencies: •Organisational awareness. •Consulting. •Planning and organising. •Written communication. •HR Technology Information Management. •HR Service delivery. •Compensation and benefits management. •Interpersonal relationships. •Communication. • Action orientation. •Resilience. •Problem solving and analysis.
 
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Human Resource Management or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •2 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
 
 
 
 
 
PRINCIPAL CLERK
REF NO: 61000424
Basic Salary R232 438.20 / R301 728.48 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.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY DIRECTORATE
 
 
OCCUPATIONAL HYGIENIST
REF NO: 65000044
Basic Salary R391 642.44 / R508 372.92 pa
Grade: 11
 
Job Purpose: Monitors compliance and improves understanding and awareness of environmental and occupational hazards and risks.
 
Competencies: •Communication. •Attention to Detail. •Planning and Organizing. •Conceptual Thinking. •Evaluation and Research. •Information Management. •Analysis Skills. •Occupational Hygiene Workplace Interventions. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Client Orientation and Customer Focus. •Action and Outcome Orientation. •Learning Orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Environmental Health or Occupational Hygiene or Environmental Science or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Registered with the South African Institution for Occupational Hygiene as a certified member. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •2 years relevant experience in Occupational Hygiene. •Computer Literacy.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
INTERNAL CONTROL DIRECTORATE
 
 
PRINCIPAL CLERK
REF NO: 70000216
Basic Salary R232 438.20 / R301 728.48 pa
Grade: 07
 
Job Purpose: To ensure that all documents, plans and fi les are maintained in a clearly identified and secure environment.
 
Competencies: •Written Communication •Attention to Detail •Ethics & Professionalism •Organisational Awareness •Problem Solving •Planning & Organising Business Processes •Use of Technology •Communication •Action Orientation.
 
 
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •2 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
 
 
 
 
 
SUPERVISOR (SWITCHBOARD)
REF NO: 70000130
Basic Salary R232 438.20 / R301 728.48 pa
Grade: 07
 
Job Purpose: To control the Telecommunication System Operation for the Municipality to ensure that the Operators provide an efficient service to the customers.
 
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 at the discretion of the Manager.
 
Physical Requirements: Should be in good health and have good eyesight.
 
 
 
 
 

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LIFEGUARD DEVELOPMENTAL PROGRAMME FOR UNEMPLOYED YOUTH
 
The eThekwini Municipality, through its Recreation & Parks and Municipal Academy Directorates, is offering a learnership programme aimed at equipping young people with the skills and training required to pursue a professional career as qualified lifeguards.
 
 
Essential Requirements:
1) National Senior Certificate / Grade 12 / Matric qualification
2) Applicants must be able to swim 400m pool under 10mins
3) Medically and physically fit due to the nature of the programme (submit medical certificate conducted by qualified medical practitioner not older than 3 months).
4) Be eThekwini resident (proof of residence required)
5) Be a South African citizen with valid Identity document
6) Applicants must be between the age of 18-35 years (at the advert’s closing date)
7) Must have passion and interest in the field of Aquatic Safety
8) Applicants must be unemployed and Not have participated in a similar programme
9) Must not have a criminal record (Security clearance to be submitted)
10) Must include certified documents (Matric & ID).
 
 
Application Process:
• Individuals must attach all required relevant documents (certified copies of required Matric qualification, SA Identity Document, CV, Medicals, Security Clearance and proof of residence)
• Applicants will be required to undergo various assessments such as but not limited to verbal/written/physical as part of the recruitment process for consideration.
• Candidates will be required to complete the Learnership programme as per QCTO/ SETA requirements and standards.
• Applicants are required to complete the eThekwini Municipality job application form indicating the name of position applied for, example: Developmental Programme – Lifeguard, attach all supporting documents.
• Applications must be submitted to the following address:
Human Capital: Centre of Excellence, 21 Archie Gumede Street, Durban, 4001 no later than 14 November 2025 at 12h00 (Midday).
No Late, fax and email applications will be considered.
 
Contact details for enquiries: Thanda Xulu, 031 322 7534
 
By 2030 eThekwini will be Africa’s most caring and liveable city
 
 
 
 
 
 

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DEVELOPMENTAL SKILLS PROGRAMME IN FURNITURE MAKING FOR PERSONS LIVING WITH DISABILITIES
 
The eThekwini Municipality, through its Municipal Academy Directorate, is offering a developmental programme aimed at equipping people with disabilities with the skills and training required to pursue a career in furniture making.
 
Essential Requirements:
• Grade 11 or higher qualification.
• Proof of disability (medical certificate or confirmation from a recognized institution).
• Be a South African citizen with a valid Identity Document (ID).
• Must reside within the eThekwini Municipal area (proof of residence required).
• Be unemployed and not currently participating in any other developmental programme.
• Must have an interest in carpentry, joinery, or furniture manufacturing.
• Be committed to attending classes and practical sessions throughout the duration of the programme in line with the QCTO/SETA requirements and standards.
 
Application Process:
• Individuals must attach all required relevant documents (certified copies of required qualification, SA Identity Document, CV, Proof of disability, and proof of residence)
• Applicants will be required to undergo various assessments such as but not limited to verbal/written/physical as part of the recruitment process for consideration.
• Candidates will be required to complete the Learnership programme as per QCTO/ SETA requirements and standards.
• Applicants are required to complete the eThekwini Municipality job application form indicating the name of position applied for, example: Developmental Programme – Furniture Making (For people living with Disability), attach all supporting documents.
• Applications must be submitted to the following address: Human Capital: Centre of Excellence, 21 Archie Gumede Street, Durban, 4001
 
CLOSING DATE: 14 November 202512h00 (Midday)
 
By 2030 eThekwini will be Africa’s most caring and liveable city
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ARTISAN DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME FOR UNEMPLOYED YOUTH
 
EThekwini Municipality is offering training opportunities to individuals with a genuine interest in pursuing a career to qualify as an artisan in any of the identified trades.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants to participate in the eThekwini Municipal Artisan Development Programme in various trades for a period of the trade programme, which would be no longer than three years.
Opportunities for artisan development are available in the following trades: Diesel Mechanic, Millwright & Carpentry, Aircon and Refrigeration, Mechanical Fitter, Boilermaker and Welder.
 
Essential Requirements:
i. N2 certificate including the relevant trade theory subject; or
ii. Technical/Grade 12 with Maths and Physical Science/ Engineering science and related trade theory subject; or
iii. Relevant (directly related to the trade theory subjects) N6 certificate or National Technical diploma (S or N stream)
iv. Be eThekwini Residents (proof of residence required)
v. Be a South African citizen with valid identity document (ID)
vi. Applicants must be unemployed;
vii. Must have passion and interest on the fields applied for;
viii. Applicants must be between the age of 18 -35 years; (at the advert’s closing date)
ix. Applicants should not have participated in a similar apprenticeship or any developmental programme before;
 
Applicants will be required to undergo various assessments, such as but not limited to verbal/ written/ medical, as part of the recruitment process for consideration.
 
Candidates will be required to complete an apprenticeship programme as per the specified and regulated criteria of the applicable Seta/QCTO and the National Artisan Moderating Body. The programme will involve practical training on-site as well as attendance at a training institution to obtain the theory component. At the end of the training programme, the apprentice will undergo a formal trade test to qualify as an Artisan in the relevant trade. PWD candidates are also encouraged to apply.
 
 
HOW TO APPLY
Online:
Applications must be submitted on-line by following the under mentioned process:
Step 1: Log onto www.durban.gov.za, click on e-Careers. Ensure that you choose the correct website.
Step 2: Create a User Profile by clicking on Create Account (if you do not have an account)
Step 3: Once your profile has been created on the system, you will receive an email confirming that you have successfully registered. This email will contain your Username and Password which can be used to access e-Careers
Step 4: Once logged in, you may complete and submit your application
Step 5: Ensure that all fields are populated
Step 6: Once you have applied, an email acknowledging your application will be sent to your inbox so ensure you have a valid e-mail address.
 
 
HOW TO APPLY MANUALLY
Applicants are required to complete the eThekwini Municipality application form indicating the name of position applied for, example: ADP – Diesel Mechanic (including all supporting documents) are to be delivered at Human Resources: Centre of Excellence, 21 Archie Gumede Street, Durban, 4001 no later than 14 November 2025 at 12 (Midday)
 
CLOSING DATE : 14 November 2025
 
Nokulunga Sibiya (031 322 7535) and Mndeni Gumede (031 322 6919)
 
KILLER QUESTIONS
1. Do you have technical matric /Grade 12 or N2 certificate including the relevant trade theory subject or Relevant (directly related to the trade theory subjects) N6 certificate or National Technical diploma (S or N stream)? (Y/ N)
2. Are you unemployed and between the age of 18 to 35? (Y/N)
3. Have not done the any apprenticeship or any other developmental programme before? (Y/N)
4. Are you a resident of eThekwini Municipality? (Y/N)
 
By 2030 eThekwini will be Africa’s most caring and liveable city
 

 
 
 

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ETHEKWINI MUNICIPALITY STUDENT RELIEF FUND (EMSRF)-2026 ACADEMIC YEAR
 
eThekwini Municipality invites eligible South African citizens residing permanently within the municipal area to apply for the 2026 student relief fund for first-time undergraduate studies at public higher education institutions.
Financial assistance is available for students studying or accepted at public higher education institutions (excluding private institutions) and will be awarded based on academic merit. EMSRF covers registration fees, with possible limited support toward tuition, but excludes accommodation, meals, books, transport, and other related costs.
 
Eligibility Requirements
• Must be a South African citizen and a permanent resident within the eThekwini Municipality’s area of jurisdiction, with valid proof of residence.
• Must have gained admission to a public university or TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) college. Admission should be for a fulltime qualification recognized by the Department of Higher Education and Training.
• Applicants accepted or enrolled at UNISA may be considered, provided they are not currently employed.
• EMSRF is needs-based registration relief fund. Applicants must demonstrate financial need, meaning their household income is below the threshold of R200 000 per year. Students from higher income are not eligible (Proof of income required).
• Must meet the academic requirements for the program which you are applying. eThekwini municipality considers academic merit to ensure students success in their studies.
 
Application and Document:
 
Applicants must:
• Complete the EMSRF manual applications obtainable from Human Resources Centre of Excellence offices.
• Provide proof of admission or study from the public university or TVET college.
• Submit academic results
• Submit ID documents (student ID, parent/guardian ID, or legal guardian documentation if applicable).
• Provide proof of income (parents/guardians) or an affidavit if income documents are unavailable.
• Provide proof of residence.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.
 
 
HOW TO APPLY
Applications can be submitted at: Human Resources –Centre of Excellence,
21 Archie Gumede Street, Durban, 4001
Alternatively
Sizakala Center at: 60 Kings Rd, Pinetown CBD, Pinetown, 3610
 
Priority will be given to applicants who are underrepresented in terms of race, gender, and disability. Students with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Applicants who have not been contacted /notified within ten weeks from the closing date of this advert should consider their applications unsuccessful.
 
CLOSING DATE: 16 January 2026
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Wendy Shabalala:
031 311 3924
Mr. Khusela Majikijela and
Mr. Prince Mthembu:
031 322 0413
 
By 2030 eThekwini will be Africa’s most caring and liveable city
 
 
 
 
 
 

​LEARNERSHIP PROGRAMME: GARMENT MAKING
 
The eThekwini Municipality, through its Municipal Academy Directorate, is offering a developmental programme aimed at equipping unemployed youth with the skills and training required to pursue a career in garment making.
 
Essential Requirements:
• Minimum of Grade 12/ National Senior Certificate/ Matric
• Proof of disability (medical certificate or confirmation from a recognized institution).
• Be a South African citizen with a valid Identity Document (ID).
• Must reside within the eThekwini Municipal area (proof of residence required).
• Be unemployed and not currently participating in any other developmental programme.
• Be between ages of 18 and 35 (at the time of close of the advert).
• Must have an interest in garment making and sawing.
• Be committed to attending classes and practical sessions throughout the duration of the programme in line with the QCTO/SETA requirements and standards.
 
Application Process:
• Individuals must attach all required relevant documents (certified copies of required qualification, SA Identity Document, CV, Proof of disability, and proof of residence)
• Applicants will be required to undergo various assessments such as but not limited to verbal/written/physical as part of the recruitment process for consideration.
• Candidates will be required to complete the Learnership programme as per QCTO/ SETA requirements and standards.
• Applicants are required to complete the eThekwini Municipality job application form indicating the name of position applied for, example: Developmental Programme – Garment Making, attach all supporting documents.
• Applications must be submitted to the following address: Human Capital: Centre of Excellence, 21 Archie Gumede Street, Durban, 4001 no later than 14 November 2025 at 12h00 (Midday).
 
Enquiries:
Contact: Nokulunga Sibiya
Tel: 031 322 7535: Email: Nokulunga.Sibiya@durban.gov.za
 
By 2030 eThekwini will be Africa’s most caring and liveable city

ELECTRONICS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME FOR UNEMPLOYED YOUTH
 
eThekwini Municipality through its Municipal Academy Directorate is offering a learning and development opportunity to young individuals with interest in pursuing career in the electronics.
 
Essential Requirements:
• Technical/Grade 12 with Maths and Physical Science/ Engineering Science, CAT and related trade theory subject;
• Be eThekwini Resident (proof of residence required)
• Be a South African citizen with valid identity document (ID)
• Applicants must be unemployed;
• Applicants must be between the age of 18 -35 years (at the advert’s closing date);
• Applicants should not have participated in a similar learnership programme before; 
 
Application Process
• Individuals must attach all required relevant documents (certified copies of required
Matric qualification, SA Identity Document, CV, Medicals, Security Clearance and proof of residence)
• Applicants will be required to undergo various assessments such as but not limited to verbal/written/physical as part of the recruitment process for consideration.
• Candidates will be required to complete the Learnership programme as per QCTO/ SETA requirements and standards.
• PWD candidates are encouraged to apply, and priority will be given to individuals residing in the Inanda, Ntuzuma and KwaMashu (INK) residents.
• Applicants are required to complete the eThekwini Municipality job application form indicating the name of position applied for, example: Development Programme – Electronics, attach all supporting documents.
• Applications must be submitted to the following address: Human Capital: Centre of Excellence, 21 Archie Gumede Street, Durban, 4001 no later than 14 November 2025 at 12h00 (Midday).
 
No Late, fax and email applications will be considered.
 
Enquiries: Bright Shabalala (031 311 3451)
 
By 2030 eThekwini will be Africa’s most caring and liveable city