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ETHEKWINI METRO VACANCIES
ETHEKWINI METRO
VACANCY CIRCULAR NUMBER: 596
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.
To apply go to: (Internal) https://durbangov.internal.erecruit.co/ or (External) https://durbangov.erecruit.co/ and click on the link – closing date is Friday, 30/05/2025.
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, Kwa Mashu, 4359.
Fredville/Inchanga Sizakala Centre: Michael Gwala Community Centre, Fredville, Cato Ridge, 3700.
Umbumbulu Sizakala Centre: 300009 Street, Nsimbini Reserve, Umbumbulu, 40105.
Mega City Sizakala Centre: 50 Griffiths Mxenge Hwy, Umlazi V, Umlazi 4060.
Magabheni Sizakala Centre: eThekwini Ikhwezi Area, Sidiwya Hwy, Umkomaas, 4170.
Lamontville HC Computer Lab: Off Wiggins Road, Lamontville, Durban, 4027.
Molweni Sizakala Centre: 415 Inanda Road, Molweni, Durban, 3652.
Chesterville Sizakala Centre: 80 Mahlathi Road, Chesterville, Durban, 4091.
Sankontshe Sizakala Centre: Sankontshe, Ilanga, 3700.
Tongaat HC Computer Lab: 325 Gopalall Hurbans Road, Tongaat, eThekwini, 4400.
Main/ Head Office HC computer Lab: SEDA Office 381 King Dinuzulu Road, Berea , 4001or (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, 30/05/2025 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.
To apply go to: (Internal) https://durbangov.internal.erecruit.co/ or (External) https://durbangov.erecruit.co/ and click on the link – closing date is Friday, 30/05/2025.
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, Kwa Mashu, 4359.
Fredville/Inchanga Sizakala Centre: Michael Gwala Community Centre, Fredville, Cato Ridge, 3700.
Umbumbulu Sizakala Centre: 300009 Street, Nsimbini Reserve, Umbumbulu, 40105.
Mega City Sizakala Centre: 50 Griffiths Mxenge Hwy, Umlazi V, Umlazi 4060.
Magabheni Sizakala Centre: eThekwini Ikhwezi Area, Sidiwya Hwy, Umkomaas, 4170.
Lamontville HC Computer Lab: Off Wiggins Road, Lamontville, Durban, 4027.
Molweni Sizakala Centre: 415 Inanda Road, Molweni, Durban, 3652.
Chesterville Sizakala Centre: 80 Mahlathi Road, Chesterville, Durban, 4091.
Sankontshe Sizakala Centre: Sankontshe, Ilanga, 3700.
Tongaat HC Computer Lab: 325 Gopalall Hurbans Road, Tongaat, eThekwini, 4400.
Main/ Head Office HC computer Lab: SEDA Office 381 King Dinuzulu Road, Berea , 4001or (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, 30/05/2025 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.
DCM OFFICE FINANCE UNIT
SENIOR MANAGER (HOUSING FINANCE SPEC)
REF NO: 70000010
Total Value of Remuneration Package R1 431 698.00 / R1 831 300.00 pa
Grade: 17
Job Purpose: Provides support to Senior Management in terms of interpreting and providing guidance on Municipal finance legislation, Housing policy and any other Housing related legislation and further represent the Treasury Cluster at Internal/ External structures on matters related to Housing finance.
Competencies: •Accounting- Establishes appropriate accounting systems for the organisation and ensures that the rules of GRAP and other good accounting practices are adhered to. •Procurement- The ability to manage the procurement process according to prevailing legislation, norms and standards. •Budgeting- The ability to establish and manage credible budgets within legislative, political and administrative mandates. •Financial management- The ability to drive optimisation of financial management of the municipality through use of standard operating procedures. •Costing- Ability to produce costing based on bets-practice, political imperatives and standardise processes. •Organizational Awareness- The ability to understand the key drivers in the sector and the municipality and to apply this understanding to meet the service delivery objectives and challenges. •Problem Solving- The ability to identify potential problems, to break the problems into component parts, to generate potential solutions, to select an option and implement it. •Interpersonal Relationship- the ability to establish and maintain productive relationships with people within and outside of the Municipality. •Service Delivery Orientations- The ability to explore and implement new ways of delivering services that contribute to the improvement of municipal processes to achieve municipal goals. •Action and Outcome Orientation- The ability to explore and implement new ways of delivering services that contribute to the improvement of municipal processes in order to achieve municipal goals. •Impact and Influence- the ability to inspire a positive attitude in others and can influence others effectively. •Direction Setting- the ability to create a clear sense of common purpose and vision for others with a view to obtaining buy-in and commitment to the goals.
Essential Requirements: •BCom Degree (Hons) or equivalent (NQF Level 8), CA(SA). •Must be in possession of National Treasury MFMA minimum competency qualification (NQF 6) or obtain same within 18 months of appointment. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •6 Years Accounting and Administration experience of which 2 years must be at a management level.
Special Conditions: •May be required to work after hours. •Represent Treasury at Community, Inter-departmental and Business meetings.
CITY FLEET UNIT
FLEET OFFICER
REF NO: 73000870 / 73000888
Basic Salary R315 930.44 / R410 094.39 pa
Grade: 10
Job Purpose: Monitor and controls the procedural applications, interventions and activities of the functionality through the planning and Co-ordination of the Fleet Management Services within the Municipality.
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 and a certificate in the Transport field. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •2 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
SUSTAINABLE AND RESILIENT CITY INITIATIVES UNIT
MANAGER (POLICY IMPLEMENTATION)
REF NO: 10400006-1
Total Value of Remuneration Package R1 200 010.00 / R1 530 556.00 pa
Grade: 16
Job Purpose: To ensure and manage the preparation and implementation of an Environmental Management System aimed at achieving sustainable development and protection of the Unicity’s environmental assets.
Competencies: •Planning •Attention to Detail •Project Management •Discipline Specific Skills •Negotiation •Interpersonal Relationships •Communication •Resilience •Change Readiness •Cognitive Ability •Team Orientation •Direction Setting
Essential Requirements: •Post graduate qualification (NQF level 8) in Environmental Sciences or Environmental Management or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •6 Years relevant experience.
PARKS RECREATION AND CULTURE UNIT
DISTRICT MANAGER
REF NO: 44003962
Total Value of Remuneration Package R1 076 034.00 / R1 369 582.00 pa
Grade: 15
Job Purpose: To provide a total management function-strategic, technical, administrative and implementation for Parks, Leisure and Cemeteries facilities and services in the Division.
Competencies: •Managing Work • Planning and organizing •Facility specific skills •Workplace safety •Communication •Service Delivery Orientation •Resilience •Problem Solving •Change Readiness •Accountability and Ethical Conduct •Direction Setting •Impact and Influence
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Horticulture or Landscape Technology or Turf Management. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •6 years relevant experience in the green industry of which 2 years must be at a management level.
FIELD RANGER
REF NO: 44014370 / VARIOUS
Basic Salary R221 348.60 / R287 333.14 pa
Grade: 07
Job Purpose: To monitor and control the activities within natural areas, Metropolitan Open Space and municipal nature reserves of the eThekwini Municipal Area.
Competencies: •Written Communication •Problem Solving. •Planning & Organising •Legal Process Administration •Interpersonal Relationships. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Communication •Action & Outcome Orientation •Resilience •Team Orientation.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Peace Officer Certificate or be able to obtain one within six months from commencement of duty. •Field Ranger Training Certificate. •Firearm competence certificate issued by South African Police Service (SAPS). •Valid motor vehicle driving license •1 Year relevant experience.
FIRE AND EMERGENCY UNIT
MECHANICAL SPECIALIST
REF NO: 43000090
Basic Salary R 372 957.32 / R 484 118.58 pa
Grade: 11
Job Purpose: To undertake mechanical and associated repair and maintenance on departmental vehicles and their associated systems and equipment.
Competencies: •Managing Work •Problem Solving •Planning & Organisation •Quality Orientation •Workplace Safety •Discipline Specific Skills •Communication •Customer Orientation & Customer Focus •Team Orientation •Coaching & Mentoring.
Essential Requirements: •Trade Tested Artisan (Mechanical). •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code EC). •4 years relevant post apprenticeship experience
Special Conditions:
1. Must be prepared to perform standby duties according to a predetermined standby roster and respond to incidents as required.
2. May be deployed in other posts at equivalent or higher organizational levels in the department.
3. Incumbents may have an operational commitment at major incidents commensurate with his/her level of training, experience and physical condition.
Physical Requirements: •Must be physically/mentally capable of performing the duties of the post.
SECURITY MANAGEMENT UNIT
PRINCIPAL CLERK
REF NO: 42005952 / 42005954
Basic Salary R 221 348.60 / R 287 333.14 pa
Grade: 07
Job Purpose: Assumes responsibility for land invasion control clerical functions.
Competencies: •Attention to Detail •Written Communication •Planning & Organising •Use of Technology •Data Processing & Analysis •Service Delivery Orientation •Communication •Interpersonal Relationships •Action Orientation
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •2 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
Special Conditions: •5 Day week of 40 hours. •Overtime Category: as per Group II.
Physical Requirements: •Physically capable of carrying out the requirements of the job.
DCM OFFICE FINANCE UNIT
SENIOR MANAGER (HOUSING FINANCE SPEC)
REF NO: 70000010
Total Value of Remuneration Package R1 431 698.00 / R1 831 300.00 pa
Grade: 17
Job Purpose: Provides support to Senior Management in terms of interpreting and providing guidance on Municipal finance legislation, Housing policy and any other Housing related legislation and further represent the Treasury Cluster at Internal/ External structures on matters related to Housing finance.
Competencies: •Accounting- Establishes appropriate accounting systems for the organisation and ensures that the rules of GRAP and other good accounting practices are adhered to. •Procurement- The ability to manage the procurement process according to prevailing legislation, norms and standards. •Budgeting- The ability to establish and manage credible budgets within legislative, political and administrative mandates. •Financial management- The ability to drive optimisation of financial management of the municipality through use of standard operating procedures. •Costing- Ability to produce costing based on bets-practice, political imperatives and standardise processes. •Organizational Awareness- The ability to understand the key drivers in the sector and the municipality and to apply this understanding to meet the service delivery objectives and challenges. •Problem Solving- The ability to identify potential problems, to break the problems into component parts, to generate potential solutions, to select an option and implement it. •Interpersonal Relationship- the ability to establish and maintain productive relationships with people within and outside of the Municipality. •Service Delivery Orientations- The ability to explore and implement new ways of delivering services that contribute to the improvement of municipal processes to achieve municipal goals. •Action and Outcome Orientation- The ability to explore and implement new ways of delivering services that contribute to the improvement of municipal processes in order to achieve municipal goals. •Impact and Influence- the ability to inspire a positive attitude in others and can influence others effectively. •Direction Setting- the ability to create a clear sense of common purpose and vision for others with a view to obtaining buy-in and commitment to the goals.
Essential Requirements: •BCom Degree (Hons) or equivalent (NQF Level 8), CA(SA). •Must be in possession of National Treasury MFMA minimum competency qualification (NQF 6) or obtain same within 18 months of appointment. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •6 Years Accounting and Administration experience of which 2 years must be at a management level.
Special Conditions: •May be required to work after hours. •Represent Treasury at Community, Inter-departmental and Business meetings.
CITY FLEET UNIT
FLEET OFFICER
REF NO: 73000870 / 73000888
Basic Salary R315 930.44 / R410 094.39 pa
Grade: 10
Job Purpose: Monitor and controls the procedural applications, interventions and activities of the functionality through the planning and Co-ordination of the Fleet Management Services within the Municipality.
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 and a certificate in the Transport field. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •2 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
SUSTAINABLE AND RESILIENT CITY INITIATIVES UNIT
MANAGER (POLICY IMPLEMENTATION)
REF NO: 10400006-1
Total Value of Remuneration Package R1 200 010.00 / R1 530 556.00 pa
Grade: 16
Job Purpose: To ensure and manage the preparation and implementation of an Environmental Management System aimed at achieving sustainable development and protection of the Unicity’s environmental assets.
Competencies: •Planning •Attention to Detail •Project Management •Discipline Specific Skills •Negotiation •Interpersonal Relationships •Communication •Resilience •Change Readiness •Cognitive Ability •Team Orientation •Direction Setting
Essential Requirements: •Post graduate qualification (NQF level 8) in Environmental Sciences or Environmental Management or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •6 Years relevant experience.
PARKS RECREATION AND CULTURE UNIT
DISTRICT MANAGER
REF NO: 44003962
Total Value of Remuneration Package R1 076 034.00 / R1 369 582.00 pa
Grade: 15
Job Purpose: To provide a total management function-strategic, technical, administrative and implementation for Parks, Leisure and Cemeteries facilities and services in the Division.
Competencies: •Managing Work • Planning and organizing •Facility specific skills •Workplace safety •Communication •Service Delivery Orientation •Resilience •Problem Solving •Change Readiness •Accountability and Ethical Conduct •Direction Setting •Impact and Influence
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Horticulture or Landscape Technology or Turf Management. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •6 years relevant experience in the green industry of which 2 years must be at a management level.
FIELD RANGER
REF NO: 44014370 / VARIOUS
Basic Salary R221 348.60 / R287 333.14 pa
Grade: 07
Job Purpose: To monitor and control the activities within natural areas, Metropolitan Open Space and municipal nature reserves of the eThekwini Municipal Area.
Competencies: •Written Communication •Problem Solving. •Planning & Organising •Legal Process Administration •Interpersonal Relationships. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Communication •Action & Outcome Orientation •Resilience •Team Orientation.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Peace Officer Certificate or be able to obtain one within six months from commencement of duty. •Field Ranger Training Certificate. •Firearm competence certificate issued by South African Police Service (SAPS). •Valid motor vehicle driving license •1 Year relevant experience.
FIRE AND EMERGENCY UNIT
MECHANICAL SPECIALIST
REF NO: 43000090
Basic Salary R 372 957.32 / R 484 118.58 pa
Grade: 11
Job Purpose: To undertake mechanical and associated repair and maintenance on departmental vehicles and their associated systems and equipment.
Competencies: •Managing Work •Problem Solving •Planning & Organisation •Quality Orientation •Workplace Safety •Discipline Specific Skills •Communication •Customer Orientation & Customer Focus •Team Orientation •Coaching & Mentoring.
Essential Requirements: •Trade Tested Artisan (Mechanical). •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code EC). •4 years relevant post apprenticeship experience
Special Conditions:
1. Must be prepared to perform standby duties according to a predetermined standby roster and respond to incidents as required.
2. May be deployed in other posts at equivalent or higher organizational levels in the department.
3. Incumbents may have an operational commitment at major incidents commensurate with his/her level of training, experience and physical condition.
Physical Requirements: •Must be physically/mentally capable of performing the duties of the post.
SECURITY MANAGEMENT UNIT
PRINCIPAL CLERK
REF NO: 42005952 / 42005954
Basic Salary R 221 348.60 / R 287 333.14 pa
Grade: 07
Job Purpose: Assumes responsibility for land invasion control clerical functions.
Competencies: •Attention to Detail •Written Communication •Planning & Organising •Use of Technology •Data Processing & Analysis •Service Delivery Orientation •Communication •Interpersonal Relationships •Action Orientation
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •2 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
Special Conditions: •5 Day week of 40 hours. •Overtime Category: as per Group II.
Physical Requirements: •Physically capable of carrying out the requirements of the job.
AGRO ECOLOGY UNIT
AGRI CO-ORDINATOR
REF NO: 46000014
Basic Salary R 372 957.32 / R 484 118.58 pa
Grade: 11
Job Purpose: To co-ordinates requirements and activities related to the specific types of agricultural projects within Infrastructure Management and Socio-Economic Development Dept.
Competencies: •Discipline specific skills. •Financial management. •People management. •Planning and organising. •Monitoring and control. •Organisational awareness. •Direct setting. •Problem solving. •Communication. •Client orientation and customer focus. •Action and outcome orientation. •Team orientation.
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in the Agricultural Science field or any or related and equivalent qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
HORTICULTURIST
REF NO: 46000188
Basic Salary R 315 930.44 / R 410 094.39 pa
Grade: 10
Job Purpose: Manages key requirements and procedural applications associated with the provision of a Horticultural service within a designated area.
Competencies: •Managing Work. •Planning and Organising. •Facility Specific Skills. •Workplace Safety. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Communication. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Learning Orientation. •Accountability and Ethical Conduct •Direction Setting. •Coaching and Mentoring. •Team Orientation.
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Horticulture or any other related and equivalent qualification. •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. •All posts of Horticulturist within the department are interchangeable 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.
DRIVER CLERK
REF NO: 46000298
Basic Salary R 155 085.75 / R 201 319.69 pa
Grade: 05
Job Purpose: Performs tasks / activities associated with the transportation of materials / equipment and personnel to / from work sites and/or specific locations.
Competencies: •Vehicle Safety. •Driving Behaviour. •Learning Orientation. •Quality Orientation. •Communication. •Accountability and Ethical Conduct. •Learning Orientation. •Team Orientation.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •3 Months relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
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.
CLEANSING AND SOLID WASTE UNIT
HEAVY PLANT OPERATOR
REF NO: 35004144 / 35003910 / 35003902
Basic Salary R 221 348.60 / R 287 333.14 pa
Grade: 07
Job Purpose: To operate all heavy plant within Durban Solid Waste fleet.
Competencies: •Operation Monitoring •Quality Control Analysis •Workplace Safety •Service Delivery Orientation •Communication •Interpersonal Relationships •Action Orientation •Accountability and Ethical Conduct •Team Orientation
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code EC). •Valid permit in the operation of heavy plant. •2 Years relevant experience.
Special Conditions: •Required to rotate on the various heavy plant machines. •Required to work in all weather and ground conditions. •Required to work in an environment that consists of waste, leachate and contaminated liquids. •The incumbents must be able to work planned and unplanned overtime and report for duty on weekends as and when required.
SENIOR CLERK (MARKETING)
REF NO: 35003448
Basic Salary
R 183 098.41 / R 237 677.84 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.
CATALYTIC PROJECT UNIT
PROGRAMME MANAGER
REF NO: 26000010 / 26000012 / 26000014
Total Value of Remuneration Package R1 200 010.00 / R1 530 556.00 pa
Grade: 16
Job Purpose: To provide capacity and support to Senior Programme Managers in driving and rolling-out a series of Catalytic Projects within the City regions as part of the spatial transformation agenda informed by various national, provincial and municipal strategic plans and priorities.
Competencies: •Socio-Economic / Socio-Political Awareness •Planning and Organising •Strategic Planning and Strategy Formulation •Programme and Project Management •Financial Management •Information Products and Reporting •Resilience •Interpersonal Relationships •Communication •Action Orientation •Accountability and Ethical Conduct •Team Orientation.
Essential Requirements: •Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in one of the following disciplines: Architecture or Engineering or Town Planning or Property Development or Project and Construction Management or Quantity Surveying or Local Economic Development or Geographic Information Systems or Transport Management or equivalent. •Professional Registration with the relevant Professional Body in any of the above disciplines where applicable. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •4 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT UNIT
PRINCIPAL PROJECT OFFICER
REF NO: 22000018
Basic Salary R440 332.94 / R571 551.37 pa
Grade: 12
Job Purpose: To prepare and assess concept plans and design pertaining to development projects.
Competencies: •Research and analysis. •Public consultation. •Socio-Economic / Socio-Political awareness. •Planning and organising. •Programme and project management. •Information products and reporting. •Communication. •Action orientation. •Accountability and ethical conduct. •Team orientation. •Coaching and mentoring.
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Development Studies or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Project Management Certificate. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
Special Conditions: •Must be able to work within a team environment and be prepared to work outside normal office hours.
AGRO ECOLOGY UNIT
AGRI CO-ORDINATOR
REF NO: 46000014
Basic Salary R 372 957.32 / R 484 118.58 pa
Grade: 11
Job Purpose: To co-ordinates requirements and activities related to the specific types of agricultural projects within Infrastructure Management and Socio-Economic Development Dept.
Competencies: •Discipline specific skills. •Financial management. •People management. •Planning and organising. •Monitoring and control. •Organisational awareness. •Direct setting. •Problem solving. •Communication. •Client orientation and customer focus. •Action and outcome orientation. •Team orientation.
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in the Agricultural Science field or any or related and equivalent qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
HORTICULTURIST
REF NO: 46000188
Basic Salary R 315 930.44 / R 410 094.39 pa
Grade: 10
Job Purpose: Manages key requirements and procedural applications associated with the provision of a Horticultural service within a designated area.
Competencies: •Managing Work. •Planning and Organising. •Facility Specific Skills. •Workplace Safety. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Communication. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Learning Orientation. •Accountability and Ethical Conduct •Direction Setting. •Coaching and Mentoring. •Team Orientation.
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Horticulture or any other related and equivalent qualification. •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. •All posts of Horticulturist within the department are interchangeable 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.
DRIVER CLERK
REF NO: 46000298
Basic Salary R 155 085.75 / R 201 319.69 pa
Grade: 05
Job Purpose: Performs tasks / activities associated with the transportation of materials / equipment and personnel to / from work sites and/or specific locations.
Competencies: •Vehicle Safety. •Driving Behaviour. •Learning Orientation. •Quality Orientation. •Communication. •Accountability and Ethical Conduct. •Learning Orientation. •Team Orientation.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •3 Months relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
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.
CLEANSING AND SOLID WASTE UNIT
HEAVY PLANT OPERATOR
REF NO: 35004144 / 35003910 / 35003902
Basic Salary R 221 348.60 / R 287 333.14 pa
Grade: 07
Job Purpose: To operate all heavy plant within Durban Solid Waste fleet.
Competencies: •Operation Monitoring •Quality Control Analysis •Workplace Safety •Service Delivery Orientation •Communication •Interpersonal Relationships •Action Orientation •Accountability and Ethical Conduct •Team Orientation
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code EC). •Valid permit in the operation of heavy plant. •2 Years relevant experience.
Special Conditions: •Required to rotate on the various heavy plant machines. •Required to work in all weather and ground conditions. •Required to work in an environment that consists of waste, leachate and contaminated liquids. •The incumbents must be able to work planned and unplanned overtime and report for duty on weekends as and when required.
SENIOR CLERK (MARKETING)
REF NO: 35003448
Basic Salary
R 183 098.41 / R 237 677.84 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.
CATALYTIC PROJECT UNIT
PROGRAMME MANAGER
REF NO: 26000010 / 26000012 / 26000014
Total Value of Remuneration Package R1 200 010.00 / R1 530 556.00 pa
Grade: 16
Job Purpose: To provide capacity and support to Senior Programme Managers in driving and rolling-out a series of Catalytic Projects within the City regions as part of the spatial transformation agenda informed by various national, provincial and municipal strategic plans and priorities.
Competencies: •Socio-Economic / Socio-Political Awareness •Planning and Organising •Strategic Planning and Strategy Formulation •Programme and Project Management •Financial Management •Information Products and Reporting •Resilience •Interpersonal Relationships •Communication •Action Orientation •Accountability and Ethical Conduct •Team Orientation.
Essential Requirements: •Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in one of the following disciplines: Architecture or Engineering or Town Planning or Property Development or Project and Construction Management or Quantity Surveying or Local Economic Development or Geographic Information Systems or Transport Management or equivalent. •Professional Registration with the relevant Professional Body in any of the above disciplines where applicable. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •4 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT UNIT
PRINCIPAL PROJECT OFFICER
REF NO: 22000018
Basic Salary R440 332.94 / R571 551.37 pa
Grade: 12
Job Purpose: To prepare and assess concept plans and design pertaining to development projects.
Competencies: •Research and analysis. •Public consultation. •Socio-Economic / Socio-Political awareness. •Planning and organising. •Programme and project management. •Information products and reporting. •Communication. •Action orientation. •Accountability and ethical conduct. •Team orientation. •Coaching and mentoring.
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Development Studies or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Project Management Certificate. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
Special Conditions: •Must be able to work within a team environment and be prepared to work outside normal office hours.
HUMAN CAPITAL UNIT
LOCOMOTION & VEHICLE LOANS CONTROLLER
REF NO: 61000894
Basic Salary R372 957.32 / R484 118.58 pa
Grade: 11
Job Purpose: Co-ordinates, control and guides the administrative of vehicle allowance to ensure all new and amended allowances and deductions are captured onto the pay system and supplying all related reports and audit trials, support query resolution to ensure compliance with vehicle allowance policies.
Competencies: •Attention to Detail •Ethics and Professionalism •Problem Solving •Planning and Organising •Use of Technology •Data Processing & Analysis •Interpersonal Relationships •Communication •Client Orientation and Customer Focus •Cognitive Ability •Coaching and Mentoring
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) or equivalent in Administration or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
Special Conditions: •Overtime may be required
ENGINEERING UNIT
SENIOR MANAGER (STRAT ARC DEV PRO)
REF NO: 36000028
Total Value Remuneration Package R1 431 698.00 / R1 831 300.00 pa
Grade: 17
Job Purpose: Manages the key performance areas and result indicators associated with creating optimum eco-efficiency in our built environment through the provision of a professional management consultancy service disseminating advice and guidance on international, national and provincial best practises, trends, statutory requirements, design, specification, procurement and implementation sequences in respect of major capital architectural projects and developmental projects with sophisticated design and detail content and, monitoring and reporting on the outcomes of the Branch.
Competencies: •Organisational Awareness. •Ethics and Professionalism. •Research, Analysis and interpretation. •Planning and Organising. •Attention to Detail. •Architectural Design. •Context and Appropriate Fit. •Monitoring and Control. •Communication. •Service delivery orientation. •Problem solving. •Team Orientation.
Essential Requirements:
•Master’s degree (NQF Level 9) in Architecture. •Registration with the South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP) as a Professional Architect. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •6 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
HUMAN CAPITAL UNIT
LOCOMOTION & VEHICLE LOANS CONTROLLER
REF NO: 61000894
Basic Salary R372 957.32 / R484 118.58 pa
Grade: 11
Job Purpose: Co-ordinates, control and guides the administrative of vehicle allowance to ensure all new and amended allowances and deductions are captured onto the pay system and supplying all related reports and audit trials, support query resolution to ensure compliance with vehicle allowance policies.
Competencies: •Attention to Detail •Ethics and Professionalism •Problem Solving •Planning and Organising •Use of Technology •Data Processing & Analysis •Interpersonal Relationships •Communication •Client Orientation and Customer Focus •Cognitive Ability •Coaching and Mentoring
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) or equivalent in Administration or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
Special Conditions: •Overtime may be required
ENGINEERING UNIT
SENIOR MANAGER (STRAT ARC DEV PRO)
REF NO: 36000028
Total Value Remuneration Package R1 431 698.00 / R1 831 300.00 pa
Grade: 17
Job Purpose: Manages the key performance areas and result indicators associated with creating optimum eco-efficiency in our built environment through the provision of a professional management consultancy service disseminating advice and guidance on international, national and provincial best practises, trends, statutory requirements, design, specification, procurement and implementation sequences in respect of major capital architectural projects and developmental projects with sophisticated design and detail content and, monitoring and reporting on the outcomes of the Branch.
Competencies: •Organisational Awareness. •Ethics and Professionalism. •Research, Analysis and interpretation. •Planning and Organising. •Attention to Detail. •Architectural Design. •Context and Appropriate Fit. •Monitoring and Control. •Communication. •Service delivery orientation. •Problem solving. •Team Orientation.
Essential Requirements:
•Master’s degree (NQF Level 9) in Architecture. •Registration with the South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP) as a Professional Architect. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •6 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
WORK INTEGRATED LEARNING (WIL) PROGRAM 2025/2026
eThekwini Municipality has received grant funding for an Internship Programme:
Work Integrated Learning (In-service training) to qualifying individuals. Applications are invited from individuals with TVET N6 who require 18 months of work integrated learning.
INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS:
The applicants will be evaluated as below:
• People who have already participated/benefited in Government or the private sector WIL Programme for a period of 12 months and above will not be considered.
• Applicants must be in possession of N6 in the field of Administration (Public Management or Public Administration-240 credits)
• Applicants must be South African citizens and residing in the eThekwini Municipal Area of jurisdiction.
• Applications must be submitted through the on-line application system accessed via www.durban.gov.za and click on eCareers. Applicants are advised that fax, e-mails, manual and late applications will not be accepted.
• Due to the large number of applications envisaged only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us within 3 months of the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
• Employment Equity principles will be applicable in the recruitment process, to redress the imbalances in work experience placement experienced by designated groups, to ensure their equitable representation in all categories. People with disabilities who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply.
HOW TO APPLY ONLINE
Applications must be submitted online by following the under-mentioned process
Step 1: Log onto www.durban.gov.za click on Jobs where you will be redirected to ERecruitment and select the Internships and Learnerships link. Ensure that you choose the correct website.
Step 2: Create a user profile by clicking on Sign Up (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 eThekwini job opportunities
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
CLOSING DATE : 24th May 2025
ENQUIRIES : Lihle Sishi / Wendy Shabalala Tel: 031 311 3192 / 3183
By 2030 eThekwini will be Africa’s most caring and liveable city
WORK INTEGRATED LEARNING (WIL) PROGRAM 2025/2026
eThekwini Municipality has received grant funding for an Internship Programme:
Work Integrated Learning (In-service training) to qualifying individuals. Applications are invited from individuals with TVET N6 who require 18 months of work integrated learning.
INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS:
The applicants will be evaluated as below:
• People who have already participated/benefited in Government or the private sector WIL Programme for a period of 12 months and above will not be considered.
• Applicants must be in possession of N6 in the field of Administration (Public Management or Public Administration-240 credits)
• Applicants must be South African citizens and residing in the eThekwini Municipal Area of jurisdiction.
• Applications must be submitted through the on-line application system accessed via www.durban.gov.za and click on eCareers. Applicants are advised that fax, e-mails, manual and late applications will not be accepted.
• Due to the large number of applications envisaged only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us within 3 months of the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
• Employment Equity principles will be applicable in the recruitment process, to redress the imbalances in work experience placement experienced by designated groups, to ensure their equitable representation in all categories. People with disabilities who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply.
HOW TO APPLY ONLINE
Applications must be submitted online by following the under-mentioned process
Step 1: Log onto www.durban.gov.za click on Jobs where you will be redirected to ERecruitment and select the Internships and Learnerships link. Ensure that you choose the correct website.
Step 2: Create a user profile by clicking on Sign Up (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 eThekwini job opportunities
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
CLOSING DATE : 24th May 2025
ENQUIRIES : Lihle Sishi / Wendy Shabalala Tel: 031 311 3192 / 3183
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 the Electrical trade 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:
ELECTRICAL.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
i) N6 certificate including the trade theory subjects 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) 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;
ix) Applicants should not have participated in a similar apprenticeship or any developmental programme before;
x) Applicants are advised that fax, e-mails, manual and late applications will not be accepted.
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 QCTO, SETA and the National Artisan Moderating Body requirements and standards.
HOW TO APPLY MANUAL
Applicants are required to complete the eThekwini Municipality application form indicating the name of position applied for, example: ADP – Electrical (including all supporting documents) are to be delivered at Human Resources: Centre of Excellence, 21 Archie Gumede Street, Durban, 4001 no later than 30 May 2025 At 12 (Midday)
CLOSING DATE: 30 May 2025
ENQUIRIES: Bright Shabalala (031 311 3451)
No Late, fax and email applications will be considered
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 the Millwright trade 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:
MILLWRIGHT.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
i) N6 certificate in Mechanical Fitter or N2 Millwright 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) 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;
ix) Applicants should not have participated in a similar apprenticeship or any developmental programme before;
x) Applicants are advised that fax, e-mails, manual and late applications will not be accepted.
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 QCTO, SETA and the National Artisan Moderating Body requirements and standards.
HOW TO APPLY MANUAL
Applicants are required to complete the eThekwini Municipality application form indicating the name of position applied for, example: ADP – Millwright (including all supporting documents) are to be delivered at Human Resources: Centre of Excellence, 21 Archie Gumede Street, Durban, 4001 no later than 30 May 2025 At 12 (Midday)
CLOSING DATE : 30 May 2025
ENQUIRIES : Bright Shabalala (031 311 3451)
No Late, fax and email applications will be considered
By 2030 eThekwini will be Africa’s most caring and liveable city