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ETHEKWINI METRO
 
VACANCY CIRCULAR NUMBER: 603
 
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.
 
Please note Online applicants can direct their queries to the HC Systems Branch helpdesk on 031 322 6050.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
 
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To apply, visit www.durban.gov.za and follow the E-Recruitment link Please Note: To Apply for Vacancies from Grade 10 and above, Go to (Internal) https://durbangov.internal.erecruit.co/ or (External) https://durbangov.erecruit.co/ and click on the link – closing date is Friday, 05/09/2025 at 12:00 (Midday) for Vacancies from Grade 9 and below, Applications must be lodged to the following: 
Hambanathi HC computer Lab: 25 Jiyani Road, Tongaat. 
Hammersdale HC computer Lab: G7 Shezi Main Road. 
Clermont HC computer Lab: 1106 Zazi Road, Archie Gumede. 
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: 21 Archie Gumede Place, Durban, 4001 or (Telephone Enquires 031 311 3103).or go to (Internal) https://durbangov.internal.erecruit.co/ or (External) https://durbangov.erecruit.co/ and click on the link – closing date is Friday, 05/09/2025 at 12:00 (Midday)
 
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.
 
 
 
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ETHEKWINI TRANSPORT AUTHORITY DIRECTORATE
 
DIRECTOR (ETHEKWINI TRANSPORT AUTHORITY)
REF NO: 37000000
Salary Negotiable
Grade: 22
 
Job Purpose: Plans, leads and directs the strategic key performance areas and result indicators for the eThekwini Transport Authority Directorate.
 
Competencies: •Planning & organising •Analysis & innovation. •Communication. •Project management. •Service delivery orientation. •Accountability and ethical conduct. •Strategic direction & leadership. •Programme & Project Management. •Financial Management. •Change leadership. •Governance Management 
 
Essential Requirements: •Bachelors Degree (NQF Level 8) in Public Transport or Traffic Engineering or the Built Environment or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Professionally registered with the relevant professional body. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •9 years relevant experience in the Public Transport or Traffic Engineering environment of which 5 years must be at a senior management level.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ETHEKWINI WATER SERVICES DIRECTORATE
 
 
WATER CONTROLLER
REF NO: 34009508
Basic Salary R 391 642.44 / R 508 372.92 pa
Grade: 11
 
Job Purpose: To effectively operate and analyse the bulk water supply system through the evaluation of the general operations referring to information logged on the monitoring telemetry / SCADA system.
 
Competencies: •Managing work. •Problem solving. •Planning and organising. •Quality orientation. •Workplace safety. •Discipline specific skills. •Service delivery orientation. •Customer orientation and customer focus. •Action orientation. •Resilience. •Accountability and ethical conduct. •Learning orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Trade Tested Artisan (Plumber). •Valid motor vehicle driving license •4 years relevant post apprenticeship experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
Special Conditions: •Work overtime as and when required. •Subject to call out in emergency situations. •Work standby duties. •Work on shift roster system.
 
Physical requirements:  •Must be physically capable to undertake the duties of the post.
 
 
 
 
 
 
ENGINEERING SERVICES DIRECTORATE
 
 
PRINCIPAL CLERK
REF NO: 36000110
Basic Salary R232 438.20 / R301 728.48 pa
Grade: 07
 
Job Purpose: Performs administrative applications related to the provision of clerical, secretarial/telephonist and reception service, processing/updating information, issuing completing and submitting procedural forms, communicating, and establishing the nature of enquiries/queries and forwarding for attention and attending to specific office support applications.
 
Competencies: •Written Communication. •Oral Communication. •Attention to Detail. •Planning and Organising. •Business Processes. •Use of Technology. •Data Processing & Analysis. •Communication. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Change Readiness. •Learning orientation. •Team Orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •2 Years relevant experience •Computer Literacy.
 
Special Conditions: Required to be on standby and work overtime as and when it required. Employees currently in service as at 31-07-2014 who have 2 years supervisory experience and are studying towards the relevant qualification will be eligible to apply for the post. Employees currently in service as at 31-07-2014 must obtain the following valid certificate: First Aid, Occupational Health and Safety Training and PRISA Grade B within 12 months of assumption of duty.
 
Physical Requirements: •Incumbents will be required to provide relief clerical services at the departments depot’s, as required.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SITE OPERATOR
REF NO: 36003550
Basic Salary R232 438.20 / R301 728.48 pa
Grade: 07
 
Job Purpose: Undertakes work associated with the planning process of the work management system by conducting inspections and verifying/ reporting on the nature and extent of the reported repair work on roads and stormwater systems.
 
Competencies: •Problem Solving. •Planning and Organising. •Task Management. •Workplace Safety. •Communication. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Action and Outcome orientation. •Resilience. •Direction Setting. •Impact and Influence.
 
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •2 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
Special Conditions:
Required to work in all weather conditions. Required to work outside normal working hours during emergencies and planned overtime. Exercise judgement on site with regards to work not included in standard applications.
 
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.
 
 
 
 
 
 
HEAVY PLANT OPERATOR
REF NO: 36004014-1/VARIOUS
Basic Salary R232 438.20 / R301 728.48 pa
Grade: 07
 
Job Purpose: Performs tasks/activities associated with the operation of heavy-duty vehicle (tip truck, crane truck, low bed trailer, gang truck) and transportation of material/ equipment (compressor trailer) and monitor personnel to/ from work sites and during road and storm water maintenance activities.
 
Competencies: •Vehicle Safety. •Driving behaviour. •Learning Orientation. •Quality Orientation. •Service Delivery Orientation •Communication. •Action Orientation. •Resilience. •Accountability and Ethical Conduct. •Team Orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Appropriate level of secondary education. •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code EC). •Valid certification of competency in the operation of truck mounted cranes and operation of Heavy Plant. •Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP). •2 Years relevant experience.
 
Special Conditions: Required to work in all weather conditions. Required to work outside normal working hours during emergencies and planned overtime. The post is interchangeable with other Driver 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 the specific key performance areas in this post necessitates that the incumbent be physically fit and able bodied.
 
 
 
 
 





​FLEET MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION DIRECTORATE

 
 
ARTISAN (MECHANIC)
REF NO: 73000676
Basic Salary R331 758.60 / R430 640.16 pa
Grade: 10
 
Job Purpose: To service, repair and maintain plant, vehicles and machinery.
 
Competencies: •Written Communication. •Oral Communication. •Managing Work. •Quality Orientation. •Planning and Organising. •Workplace Safety. •Discipline Specific Skills. •Communication. •Action Orientation. •Accountability and Ethical conduct. •Learning Orientation •Resilience.
 
Essential Requirements: •Trade Tested Artisan in Petrol or Diesel or Construction Plant. •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code EC).•Valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP). •3 Years relevant post apprenticeship experience. •4 years relevant experience in a Development Regulation or Facilitation environment  of which 1 year should be at a supervisory level. •Computer Literacy.
 
Special Conditions: Drivers License (C1) PrDP.
 
 
 
 
 
 
VEHICLE ASSESSOR
REF NO: 73001454
Basic Salary R391 642.44 / R508 372.92 pa
Grade: 11
 
Job Purpose: To provide
automotive industry trade or technical knowledge to conduct and complete inspections and assessments of a diverse range of fleet.
 
Competencies: •Managing Work. •Problem Solving. •Planning and Organising. •Quality Orientation. •Communication. •Action Orientation. •Accountability and Ethical Conduct. •Learning Orientation. •Resilience. •Direction Setting. •Impact and Influence. •Tea Orientation. •Coaching and Mentoring.
 
Essential Requirements: •Trade Test certificate in either Body Building or, Panel Beating (Automotive Body Repair) and Spray Painting. •Valid motor vehicle driving licence (Code C). •3 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
 
 
 
 
 
STRATEGY & INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLANNING DIRECTORATE
 
 
POLICY ANALYST / SENIOR POLICY ANALYST / CHIEF POLICY ANALYST
REF NO: 10100018 / 10100018B / 10100018C
Basic Salary R462 393.60 / R600 186.12 pa
Grade: 12
Total Value of Remuneration Package
R830 620.00 / R1 051 308.00 pa
Grade 14
R1 256 750.00 / R1 603 022.00 pa
Grade 16
 
POLICY ANALYST:
Grade 12
 
Job Purpose: In support of Council’s developmental objectives, develops and administers policy, strategy and strategic budgeting, legislation development, research and statistical analysis, information management tools, communication of research and policy findings, by way of applying all relevant legislative requirements of Council.
 
Competencies: •Organisational Awareness’/ Political Impact. •Planning and Organising. •Monitoring and reporting. •Project Management. •Information Management. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Resilience. •Learning Orientation. •Strategic Capability and Leadership. •Impact and Influence. •Team Orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF level 6) in Community Development or Social Sciences or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 years relevant experience •Computer Literacy.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR POLICY ANALYST:
Grade 14
 
Job Purpose: In support of Council’s developmental objectives, develops and administers policy, strategy and strategic budgeting, legislation development, research and statistical analysis, information management tools, communication of research and policy findings, by way of applying all relevant legislative requirements of Council.
 
Competencies: •Organisational Awareness / Political Impact. •Planning and Organising. •Monitoring and reporting. •Project Management. •Information Management. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Resilience. •Learning Orientation. •Impact and influence. •Team Orientation.
 
Essential Requirements:  •Degree (NQF level 7) in Community Development or Social Sciences or any other related and equivalent qualification •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •4 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
 
 
 
 
 
CHIEF POLICY ANALYST:
Grade 16
 
Job Purpose: Develops and administers policy, strategy and strategic budgeting, legislation development, research and statistical analysis, information management tools, communication of research and policy findings by implementing all relevant legislative requirement in support of the Council’s objectives.
 
Competencies: •Organisational Awareness/Political Impact. •Planning and Organising. •Monitoring and reporting. •Project Management. •Information Management. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Resilience. •Learning Orientation. •Strategic Capability and leadership. •Impact and influence. •Team Orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Degree (NQF level 7) in Community Development or Social Sciences or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •5 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
HUMAN SETTLEMENTS DIRECTORATE
 
 
RECEPTIONIST
REF NO: 32001450
Basic Salary R162 855.60 / R211 405.80 pa
Grade: 05
 
Job Purpose: To provide an efficient and effective front desk administrative and clerical duty to the Directorate with regards to customer services.
 
Competencies: •Attention to detail. •Ethics and professionalism. •Problem solving. •Planning and organising. •Use of technology. •Data processing & analysis. •Communication. •Client orientation and customer focus. •Action orientation. •Resilience. •Change readiness.
 
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •3 months relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.












ENERGY MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE
 
 
SUPERINTENDENT (ELECTRICAL)
REF NO: 33002442
Total Value of Remuneration Package R 794 518.00 / R 1 004 896 pa
Grade: 12
 
Job Purpose: To manage staff and associated contractors carrying out the maintenance and construction work.
 
Competencies: •Managing Work. •Problem solving. •Quality Orientation. •Workplace Safety. •Discipline Specific Skills •Customer Orientation & Customer Focus. •Action Orientation. •Team Orientation. •Direction Setting
 
Essential Requirements: •Trade Tested Artisan (Electrician). •In possession of a NTC2 or NCV3 in Electrical Engineering from a Further Education and Training College registered with the Department of Education. •Valid motorvehicle driving license (Code B or EC1) as applicable. •Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) or to be obtained within 6 months from date of appointment as applicable. •Valid First Aid Certificate or be trained within 6 months from date of appointment. •Must be authorised in terms of eThekwini Electricity Systems Operating Regulations to operate on Medium Voltage Systems up to and including 11kV or be in a position to be authorised within 9 months of appointment if required to undertake switching. •Must pass a proficiency test set by the department to prove sufficient general knowledge of construction, operations and maintenance distribution systems. •5 years post apprenticeship experience in the electricity supply and distribution industry.
 
Special Conditions: 40hours, 5-days out of any 7 per week. Must be prepared to work shifts and standby. Incumbent is subject to transfers/relocation to any Electricity Directorate depots or divisions as required. Protective clothing as per the PPE schedule.
 
Physical Requirements: 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 a Superintendent. Must not be colour blind. Must be able to climb ladders and lattice structures and work at heights. Must have the necessary dexterity to work with tools and instruments.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
CO-ORDINATOR (ASSET MANAGEMENT)
REF NO: 33007834/33007828
Basic Salary R391 642.44 / R508 372.92 pa
Grade: 11
 
Job Purpose: Apply the fundamentals of the Integrated Asset Management System and to provide an Asset Management service incorporating best practices, processes, systems, techniques and transferring of knowledge and skills to all relevant branches.
 
Competencies: •Technology Usage. •Managing Work. •Problem Solving. •Planning and Organising. •Workplace Safety. •Discipline Specific Skills. •Interpersonal relationships. •Communication. •Resilience. •Team Orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Trade Tested Artisan (Electrician). •In possession of a NTC2 or NCV3 in Electrical Engineering from a Further Education and Training College registered with the Department of Education. •Valid First Aid Certificate or be trained within 6 months from date of appointment. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •3 years relevant post apprenticeship experience in electricity distribution and transmission industry.
 
Special Conditions:
1. 40 hours- 5 day week. 
2. Special allowance when required. 
3. Protective clothing as per the PPE.
4. Overtime is as per the overtime regulations. 
5. Incumbents will be subject to transfer/ relocation to any of the Electricity Directorate’s depots or divisions as required.
 
Physical Requirements:
1. Must be physically capable of carrying out the duties of the post.
 
 
 
 
 
 
SUPERVISOR DRIVER (CRANE OPERATOR)
REF NO: 33004626
Basic Salary R232 438.20 / R301 728.48 pa
Grade: 07
 
Job Purpose: To drive various vehicles to transport staff, materials and equipment from and to site and assist with all Electrical Maintenance and Construction activities and functions as required.
 
Competencies: •Vehicle Safety. •Driving Behaviour. •Learning Orientation. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Communication •Interpersonal Relationships. •Team Orientation. •Accountability & Ethical Conduct. •Action Orientation
 
Essential Requirements: •Grade 10 or equivalent. •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code EC). •Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP). •2 Years relevant experience.
 
Special Conditions:
1. 40 hours, 5 day week.
2. Incumbents must be prepared to work overtime and be on standby when required to meet the exigencies of the service.
3. Protective Clothing as per PPE schedule. 
4. Incumbents will be subject to transfer/relocation to any of the Electricity Directorate’s depots or divisions as required. 
5. Required to work in all weather conditions.
 
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.
 
 
 
 
 
SUPERVISOR DRIVER (GANGER DRIVER)
REF NO: 33002694/33006328
Basic Salary R232 438.20 / R301 728.48 pa
Grade: 07
 
Job Purpose: To undertake relevant tasks and activities pertaining to the laying of cables and planting of poles, including the motivation and supervision of staff.
 
Competencies: •Vehicle safety. •Driving behaviour. •Learning orientation. •Service delivery orientation. •Interpersonal relationships. •Communication. •Action orientation. •Accountability and ethical conduct. •Team orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Grade 10 or equivalent. •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code C1 or EC). •Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP). •2 Years relevant experience.
 
Special Conditions:
1. 40 hours, 5 day week.
2. Incumbents must be prepared to work overtime when required to meet the exigencies of the service. 
3. Protective Clothing as per PPE schedule. 
4. Incumbents will be subject to transfer/relocation to any of the Electricity Directorate’s depots or divisions as required. 
5. Required to work in all weather conditions.
 
Physical Requirements:
1. Must be physically capable of carrying out the duties of the post. 
2. Must be physically fit and in good health as determined by the City Medical Officer of Health.
3. Must be able to handle a 7-tonne truck and work outdoors in all weather or only normal conditions.











​SUPPLY SIDE & AREABASED MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE

 
 
SENIOR ADMINISTRATION OFFICER (STKHD EN)
(2 Year Fixed Term Contract)
REF NO: 99910806
Basic Salary R391 642.44 / R508 372.92 pa
Grade: 11
 
Job Purpose: To monitor and report faults and defects in the public realm in accordance with the Directorate’s vision, policies and regulations.
 
Competencies: •Written Communication. •Oral Communication. •Attention to detail. •Ethics and professionalism. •Problem Solving. •Planning and Organising. •Business processes. •Use of Technology. •Service delivery orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in the Administrative field. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •3 years relevant experience •Computer Literacy.
 
 
 
 
 
 
METRO POLICE DIRECTORATE
 
 
CHIEF CLERK
REF NO: 42000618
Basic Salary R 261 708.48 / R 339 703.56 pa
Grade: 08
 
Job Purpose: To manage the administration division of the department in order to provide effective, efficient and sustainable financial as well as administrative support functions.
 
Competencies: •Written Communication •Oral Communication •Attention to Detail •Planning & Organising •Data Processing & Analysis •Action Orientation •Team Orientation •Coaching & Mentoring. 
 
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •3 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
 
 
 
 
 
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTORATE
 
 
PRINCIPAL CLERK (FILM PERMIT)
REF NO: 22000150
Basic Salary R232 438.20 / R301 728.48 pa
Grade: 07
 
Job Purpose: Provide clerical support in facilitation and coordination of all film related matter in terms of film permit applications.
 
Competencies: •Ethics and professionalism. •Organization awareness. •Problem solving. •Business processes. •Use of technology. •Data processing & analysis. •Interpersonal relationships. •Communication. •Client orientation and customer focus. •Change readiness. •Cognitive ability.
 
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •2 Years relevant experience. •Computer literacy.
 
Physical Requirements: •Physical fit. •Ability to navigate on an on-location film set.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTORATE
 
 
HUMAN CAPITAL ADMINISTRATOR
REF NO: 61000684
Basic Salary R294 659.28 / R382 469.76 pa
Grade: 09
 
Job Purpose: To execute, control and coordinate the administrative function for the Human Capital Services branch.
 
Competencies: •Written Communication. •Planning and Organising. •HR Technology/Information Management. HR Service Delivery. •Communication. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Action and Outcome Orientation. •Resilience. •Learning Orientation. •Accountability and Ethical Conduct.
 
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Human Resources Management or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •2 years administrative experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
Special conditions: •The post is interchangeable within the Directorate of eThekwini.