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ETHEKWINI METRO
 
VACANCY CIRCULAR NUMBER: 576
 
THE ADVERTISED VACANCIES ON THIS WEBSITE, SUBMISSION ONLY START FROM MONDAY (22 JULY 2024)
 
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the vacancies advertised here.

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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, 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 02/08/2024 at 12:00 (Midday)
 
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, 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 02/08/2024 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 the 02/08/2024 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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DISASTER MANAGEMENT AND EMERGENCY SERVICES UNIT
 
DEPUTY HEAD (DISASTER MANAGEMENT)
REF NO: 43003458
Total Value of Remuneration Package Salary Negotiable
Grade 19
 
Job Purpose: Directs the key performance areas associated with the Disaster Management functionality through the design, development and alignment of policies, procedures, systems and controls guiding critical interventions.
 
Competencies: •Disaster preparedness and response. •Disaster recovery and rehabilitation. •Disaster operations and emergency communications and control. •Discipline specific. •Disaster risk assessment and profiling. •Emergency operations management. •Disaster information management and communication. •Interpersonal relationships. •Accountability and ethical conduct. •Resilience. •Impact and influence. •Direction setting.
 
Essential Requirements: •Degree (NQF Level 7) in Disaster Management or Disaster Risk Management or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Disaster Management Institute of Southern Africa (DMISA) Registration Professional. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •8 years relevant experience in the field of Disaster (Risk) Management of which 3 years must be at a Senior Management level.
 
Physical Requirements: •Physically fit and able bodied
 
 
 
 
 
HUMAN CAPITAL UNIT
 
MANAGER (HUMAN CAPITAL)
REF NO: 61000792-1
Total Value of Remuneration Package R1 016 470.00 / R1 293 286.00 pa
Grade: 15
 
Job Purpose: Plans, manages, implements and ensures effective and efficient Human Resources management of the HC section to ensure alignment of all human capital services to the municipality’s overall strategy, alignment of all human capital policies with applicable legislation.
 
Competencies: •Organisational Awareness. •Consulting. •Planning and Organising. •Monitoring and Control. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Action and Outcome Orientation. •Problem Solving and Analysis. •Direction Setting. •Impact and Influence. •Coaching and Mentoring.
 
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Human Resources Management or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •4 Years relevant experience of which 2 years must be at a Senior Human Capital Practitioner level.
 
Special Conditions: •Post is interchangeable with other Manager (Human Capital) posts.
 
 
 
 
 
WATER AND SANITATION UNIT
 
CIVIL ENGINEER
REF NO: 34006930
Total Value of Remuneration Package R893 297.00 / R1 133 379.00 pa
Grade 14
 
Job Purpose: Applies professional principles and controls technical procedures and processes to address the specific engineering requirements.
 
Competencies:
•Planning •Attention to Detail •Organisational Awareness •Design •Project management •Construction •Interpersonal Relationships •Service Delivery Orientation •Cognitive Ability •Learning Orientation •Accountability & Ethical Conduct
 
Essential Requirements: •Bachelor of Science in Engineering (NQF Level 8) in Civil Engineering. •Registered as a Candidate Civil Engineer with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) within 3 months of appointment. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •2 years relevant post qualification experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
Special Conditions: •Post of Engineer (Civil) on the same grade are interchangeable within the Department at the discretion of the Deputy Head.
 
 
 
 
 
SUPERINTENDENT (WATER NETWORK)
REF NO: 34002668 /VARIOUS
Basic Salary R 415 144.04 / 538 856.28 pa
Grade: 12
 
Job Purpose: Co-ordinates and controls the operations associated with the provision of a Water Mains maintenance service.
 
Competencies: •Managing Work •Planning & Organising •Quality Orientation •Workplace Safety •Discipline Specific Skills •Service Delivery Orientation •Communication Customer Orientation & Customer Focus •Action Orientation •Resilience •Accountability & Ethical Conduct •Team Orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Trade Tested Artisan (Plumber). •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •5 Years relevant experience.
 
Special Conditions: •Posts of Superintendent are interchangeable within the Department at the discretion of the Deputy Head. •Operates on a standby roster and is continuously on call for emergencies.
 
Physical Requirements: •Physically able.
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR CLERK
REF NO: 34007368
Basic Salary R 172 624.46 / R 224 081.71 pa
Grade 06
 
Job Purpose: To conduct investigations into billing and metering irregularities.
 
Competencies: •Planning & Organising •Attention to Detail •Problem Solving •Use of Technology •Data Processing & Analysis •Communication •Change Readiness •Team Orientation
 
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •1 Year relevant experience.
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR CLERK
REF NO: 34002882
Basic Salary R 172 624.46 / R 224 081.71 pa
Grade: 06
 
Job Purpose: To provide clerical support for line management at operational depots.
 
Competencies: •Written Communication •Oral Communication •Attention to detail •Planning & Organising •Use of Technology •Business Process •Client Orientation & Customer Focus •Interpersonal Relationships •Learning Orientation •Resilience •Team Orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •1 Year relevant experience
 
Special Conditions: Posts are interchangeable within the Department at the discretion of the Deputy Head.
 
 
 
 
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HEALTH UNIT
 
CHIEF QUALITY
ASSURANCE OFFICER
REF NO: 41001006
Basic Salary R467 387.74 / R 606 705.08 pa
Grade: 13
 
Job Purpose: Designs and implements a quality management system and skills development programme to empower health care workers with the skills and knowledge required to render an effective and safe primary health care programme.
 
Competencies: •Interpersonal and communication skills. •Professionalism. •System-based practice. •Patient care. •Medical knowledge. •Practice-based learning and improvement. •Service delivery orientation. •Customer orientation and customer focus •Action and outcome orientation. •Resilience. •Cognitive ability. •Coaching and mentoring.
 
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in General Nursing and Midwifery. •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Clinical Nursing Science, Health Assessment, Treatment, and Care from a Tertiary Education Institution. •Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC). •Family Planning Certificate. •Integrated Management for Childhood Illnesses (IMCI) certificate. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •3 years relevant experience •Computer Literacy.
 
 
 
 
 
HUMAN SETTLEMENTS UNIT
 
MAINTENANCE OFFICER
REF NO: 32000550
Basic Salary R297 857.87 / R386 635.32 pa
Grade: 10
 
Job Purpose: To assume responsibility for the maintenance of Council flats.
 
Competencies: •Managing Work. •Planning and Organizing. •Facility specific skills. •Workplace Safety. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Communication. • Resilience. •Change Readiness. •Accountability and Ethical Conduct. •Coaching and Mentoring. •Team Orientation. 
 
Essential Requirements: •Trade Tested Artisan in a building related trade. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •2 Years relevant experience.
 
Special Conditions:
•1. Hours of work: 40.
•2. Protective Clothing: Yes.
 
Physical Requirements: •Must be physically able to carry out the duties of the job which include walking over rough terrain and climbing ladders.
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR CLERK
REF NO: 32000684 / 32000898
Basic Salary R172 624.46 / R224 081.71 pa
Grade: 06
 
Job Purpose: To provide clerical support to the Unit.
 
Competencies: •Written Communication. •Oral Communication. •Attention to Detail. •Planning and Organising. •Use of Technology. •Data Processing & Analysis. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Communication. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Client Orientation and Customer Focus. •Action Orientation. •Resilience.
 
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •1 Year relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
 
 
 
 
ENGINEERING UNIT
 
SITE ASSISTANT
REF NO: 36001180 / 36001178
Basic Salary R 264 549.62 / R 343 387.13 pa
Grade: 09
 
Job Purpose: Coordinates sequences associated with monitoring compliance with standards, procedures, regulations and specifications encompassed in regulations of various sites.
 
Competencies: •Managing Work. •Problem Solving. •Planning and Organizing. •Quality Orientation. •Workplace Safety. •Discipline Specific Skills. •Communication. •Customer Orientation and Customer Focus. •Action Orientation. •Resilience. •Accountability and Ethical Conduct. •Direction Setting.
 
Essential Requirements: •Trade Tested Artisan (Bricklayer). •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •2 Years relevant experience.
 
 
 
 
 
ROAD PLANT OPERATOR
REF NO: 36001278
Basic Salary R 208 686.56 / R270 896.51 pa
Grade: 07
 
Job Purpose: Performs tasks/activities associated with the transportation of material/equipment and personnel to/from work sites and operation of heavy mechanical plant and/or specialised vehicles.
 
Competencies: •Vehicle Safety. •Driving Behaviour. •Quality Orientation. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Communication. •Action Orientation. •Resilience. •Accountability and Ethical Conduct. •Team Orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Valid certification of competency in the operation of truck mounted cranes and operation of Heavy Plant. •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code EC). •Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP). •2 Years relevant experience.
 
Special Conditions: •Required to work in weather conditions. •Required to work outside normal working hours during emergencies and planned overtime
 
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 bodies.
 
 
 
 





BUSINESS SUPPORT UNIT
 
BUSINESS ANALYST & PROJECTS
REF NO: 24000142
Total Value of Remuneration Package R747 543.00 / R945 680.00 pa
Grade 14
 
Job Purpose: Responsible for the review, analysis and evaluation of business processes, systems and user needs for projects on the business plans of the unit.
 
Competencies: •Consulting. •Planning and organising. •Monitoring and control. •Negotiation. •Oral communication. •Written communication. •Information strategy. • Advice and guidance. • Business and IS&T planning. • Technical strategy and planning. •Interpersonal relationships. •Cognitive ability.
 
Essential Requirements: •Degree (NQF Level 7) in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •4 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
 
 
 
 
ELECTRICITY UNIT
 
CHIEF TECHNOLOGIST (TEST)
REF NO: 33006126
Total Value of Remuneration Package R 1 016 470.00 / R 1 293 286.00 pa
Grade 15
 
Job Purpose: To undertake effective testing of substation installations, protection systems and equipment, fault location, mal-operations investigations and acceptance testing of various equipment/materials.
 
Competencies: •Planning •Attention to Details •Construction •Operations & Maintenance •Communication •Interpersonal Relationships •Service Delivery Orientation •Action & Outcome Orientation •Resilience •Accountability & Ethical Conduct •Team Orientation • Coaching & Mentoring
 
Essential Requirements: •Bachelor of Technology Degree or Bachelor of Engineering (NQF Level 7) in Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current). •Registration as a Professional Technologist with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •5 years post registration experience in the Electrical Protection environment. •Computer Literacy.
 
Special Conditions: •1. 40 hours, 5-day week. •2. Incumbents must be prepared to work overtime when required. •3. Protective clothing: As per the PPE schedule.
 
 
 
 
 
HV NETWORK CONTROL OFFICER / SENIOR HV
NETWORK CONTROL OFFICER / CHIEF HV
NETWORK CONTROL OFFICER
REF NO: 33001854 / 33006902
REF NO: 33001854B / 33006902B
REF NO: 33001854C /33006902C
Basic Salary
R 351 622.62 / R 456 424.96 pa
Grade: 11
R 415 144.04 / R 538 856.28 pa
Grade: 12
R 467 387.74 / R 606 705.08 pa
Grade: 13
HV NETWORK CONTROL OFFICER:
Grade 11
 
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.
 
 
 
 
 
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.
 
 
 
 
 
DCM OFFICE HUMAN SETTLEMENT ENG SERV AND TRANSPORT UNIT
 
CLERICAL ASSISTANT
REF NO: 30000044
Basic Salary R 133 660.78 / R 168 585.57 pa
Grade: 04
 
Job Purpose: Responsible for providing and performing clerical duties to ensure smooth running of the Support Services Department.
 
Competencies: •Written Communication. •Attention to Detail. •Influencing. •Ethics and Professionalism. •Problem Solving. •Planning and Organising. •Use of Technology. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Communication. •Action Orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent.
 
 
 
 
 
SIZAKALA CUSTOMER SERVICE UNIT
 
PRINCIPAL CLERK
REF NO: 53000272
Basic Salary R 208 686.56 / R 270 896.51 pa
Grade: 07
 
Job Purpose: To provide customer and related services in accordance with the principles of Batho Pele and the unit’s vision to the eThekwini Municipality customers.
 
Competencies: •Attention to detail. •Ethics and professionalism •Organisational awareness. •Planning and organising. •Business processes. •Use of Technology. •Interpersonal relationships. •Communication. •Client orientation and customer focus. •Action orientation. •Resilience. •Change readiness.
 
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •2 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
Special Conditions: •Posts of Principal Clerk are interchangeable within the department at the discretion of the Head.
 
Physical Requirements: •Must be physically capable of carrying out the duties of the post.
 
 
 
 
 
PARKS RECREATION AND CULTURE UNIT
 
PRINCIPAL CLERK
REF NO: 44000220 / 44000878
Basic Salary
R208 686.56 / R270 896.51 pa
Grade: 07
 
Job Purpose: To provide an efficient administrative and clerical service to the District. 
 
Competencies: •Written communication. •Oral communication. •Attention to detail. •Ethics and professionalism. •Organisational awareness. •Planning and organising. •Use of technology. •Data processing & analysis. •Interpersonal relationships. •Action orientation. •Impact and influence.
 
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •2 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
 
 
 
 
AGRO ECOLOGY UNIT
 
AGRI CO-ORDINATOR
REF NO: 46000014
Basic Salary R351 622.62 / R456 424.96 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.