ETHEKWINI METRO VACANCIES

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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, 11/07/2025.
 
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: SEDA Office 381 King Dinuzulu Road, Berea , 4001 
Sizakala Centre in Winklespruit is located at 11 Gracedale / Mayors Mews Road, Winklespruit 4126, 
The Sizakala Centre in Hillcrest is located at 22 Delamore Road 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, 11/07/2025 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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ELECTRICITY DIRECTORATE
 
 
DIRECTOR (ENERGY MANAGEMENT)
REF NO: 33000000
Salary Negotiable
Grade: 23
 
Job Purpose: To formulate strategic direction, direct and manage the Energy Management Directorate to ensure the appropriate and profitable provision of electricity supplies to consumers within Durban’s licensed area of supply in accordance with the Corporate’s Strategy and Policy.
 
Competencies: •Organisational Awareness •Planning •Communication •Service Delivery Orientation •Resilience •Accountability & Ethical Conduct •Strategic Direction & Leadership •People Management •Financial Management •Change Leadership •Governance Management
 
Essential Requirements: •Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering (NQF Level 8) in Electrical Engineering. •Registered as a Professional Electrical Engineer with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). •In possession of the Electrical Engineer’s Certificate of Competency (Government Competency Certificate - GCC). •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •10 years management experience of which 7 years must be post professional registration.
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR MANAGER (MAINTENANCE PLAN&WORKS)
REF NO: 33003832
Total Value of Remuneration Package R1 636 693.00 / R 2 097 389.00
Grade: 18
 
Job Purpose: Management of the maintenance planning and execution of the electrical network, in the most effective and efficient manner.
 
Competencies: •Planning. •Organisational Awareness. •Project Management. •Attention to Detail. •Operations and Maintenance. •Communication. •Action and Outcome Orientation. •Resilience. •Accountability and Ethical Conduct. •Impact and Influence. •Direction Setting.
 
Essential Requirements: •Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering (NQF Level 8) in Electrical Engineering •Registered as a Professional Electrical Engineer with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). •Valid motor vehicle driving license •8 years relevant experience of which 5 years must be post registration.
 
Special Conditions:
1. 40 hours, 5-day week. Flex hours to be agreed with the relevant Deputy Head and must be available after hours to attend to faults and urgent matters affecting the Electricity Networks.
2. Shift work as indicated in 1.  Above Electricity is a 24/7/365 business 
3. Standby As per item 1. And 2 above 
4. Special allowance as required 
5. Locomotion Permanent locomotion allowance or departmental transport at the discretion of the Head (Electricity). 
6. Incentive Bonus No 
7. Protective Clothing As per the personal protective equipment schedule. 
8. Overtime Category: Group 1.
 
 
 
 
 
 
ENGINEER (COMM NETW ENG) / SENIOR ENGINEER (COMMINCATION NETWORKS ENGINEERING) / CHIEF ENGINEER (COMMINCATION NETWORKS ENGINEERING) / 
REF NO: 33007222 / 33007222B / 33007222C
Total Value of Remuneration Package
R 945 416.00 / R 1 200 010.00 pa
Grade: 14
R 1 076 034.00 / R 1 369 582.00 pa
Grade: 15
R 1 200 010.00 / R 1 530 556.00 pa
Grade: 16
ENGINEER
(COMM NETW ENG):
Grade 14
 
Job Purpose: Provide support to the Chief Engineer (Communication Networks) by effectively researching and investigating, testing, designing, planning and commissioning of the Communication Networks of eThekwini Electricity which relate to new and broadly available and unavailable technical practices.
 
Competencies: •Planning. •Organisational awareness. •Attention to detail. •Design. •Project management. •Construction. •Operation and maintenance. •Interpersonal relationships. •Communication. •Action and outcome orientation. •Cognitive ability. •Team orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering (NQF Level 8) in Electronic or Computer or Electrical Engineering. •Registered as a Candidate Engineer (Electrical) with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) within 3 months of employment. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •2 years relevant post qualification experience.
 
Special Conditions: •Hours of work 40 hours, 5 days week •Flexi-time At the sole discretion of the Manager •Shift Work As and when required and as per employment contract •Standby No •Special Allowance No •Incentive Bonus No •Overtime Category Incumbents must be prepared to work overtime when required to meet the exigencies of the service •Locomotion Permanent locomotion allowance or Departmental transport at the discretion of the eThekwini Municipality’s Locomotion Sub-Committee •9 Transfer/Relocation Incumbents will be subject to transfer/relocation to any of the Electricity Directorate’s depots or divisions as required. •Protective Clothing As per the PPE schedule.
 
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.
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR ENGINEER (COMM NETW ENG)
Grade 15
 
Job Purpose: Provide support to the Chief Engineer (Communication Networks) by effectively researching and investigating, testing, designing, planning and commissioning of the Communication Networks of eThekwini Electricity which relate to complex and highly complex, new and broadly available and unavailable technical practices.
 
Competencies: •Planning. •Organisational awareness. •Attention to detail. •Design. •Project management. •Construction. •Operation and maintenance. •Action and outcome orientation. •Resilience. •Learning orientation. •Direction setting. •Coaching and mentoring.
 
Essential Requirements: •Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering (NQF Level 8) in Electronic or Computer or Electrical Engineering. •Registered as a Professional Engineer (Electrical) with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 Years relevant post qualification experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
Special Conditions: •Hours of work 40 hours, 5 days week •Flexi-time At the sole discretion of the Manager •Shift Work As and when required and as per employment contract •Standby No •Special Allowance No •Incentive Bonus No •Overtime Category Incumbents must be prepared to work overtime when required to meet the exigencies of the service •Transfer/Relocation Incumbents will be subject to transfer/relocation to any of the Electricity DIRECTORATE’s depots or divisions as required. •Protective Clothing As per the PPE schedule.
 
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 
 
 
 
 
 
CHIEF ENGINEER (COMM NETW ENG):
Grade 16
 
Job Purpose: Supports and participates in researching and investigating, testing, designing, development, planning implementing and commissioning of the various highly complex communication systems and networks of the eThekwini Electricity.
 
Competencies: •Planning. •Organisational awareness. •Attention to detail. •Design. •Project management. •Construction. •Operation and maintenance. •Cognitive ability. •Impact and influence. •Team orientation. •Direction setting. •Coaching and mentoring
 
Essential Requirements: •Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering (NQF Level 8) in Electronic or Computer or Electrical Engineering. •Registered as a Professional Engineer (Electrical) with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •5 Years post registration experience •Computer Literacy.
 
Special Conditions: •Hours of work 40 hours, 5 days week •Flexi-time No •Shift Work As and when required and as per employment contract •Standby No •Special Allowance No •Incentive Bonus No •Overtime Category Incumbents must be prepared to work overtime when required to meet the exigencies of the service •Locomotion Permanent locomotion allowance or Departmental transport at the discretion of the eThekwini Municipality’s Locomotion Sub-Committee. •Transfer/Relocation Incumbents will be subject to transfer/relocation to any of the Electricity Directorate’s depots or divisions as required. •Protective Clothing As per the PPE schedule 
 
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. •Must not be colour blind.
 
 
 
 

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GIS DATA ANALYST/ SENIOR/ GIS DATA ANALYST
REF NO: 33006058 / 33006068 / 33006084 / 33006108 / 33006058B / 33006068B / 33006084B / 33006108B
Basic Salary R 315 930.44 / R 410 094.39 pa
Grade: 10
R 372 957.32 / R 484 118.58 pa
Grade: 11
GIS DATA ANALYST:
Grade 10
 
Job Purpose: Capturing and maintaining a fully connected high, medium and low voltage electrical network and communication network in a Geographic Information System (GIS), and dissemination of the electrical network and associated attribute data.
 
Competencies: •Organisational awareness. •Problem solving. •Planning and organising. •Data capture. •Data exchange. •GIS Systems and software. •Interpersonal relationships. •Action orientation. •Learning orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Cartography or Geo Information science and Technology or Geoinformatics or equivalent. •First Aid Certificate or to be obtained within 6 months from date of appointment. •Software certificate or be able to obtain within 6 months of appointment. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 years relevant experience.
 
Special Conditions: •Hours of work: 40 hours, 5-day week. Flexitime: As per employment contract. •Shift work: as when required and as per employment contract. •Transport allowance for late shift. •Incumbent must be prepared to work overtime to meet the exigencies of the service. •Transfer or relocate as per employment contract. •Protective clothing as per PPE schedule.
 
Physical Requirements: 
1. Must be physically capable of carrying out the duties of the post. 
2. Must not be colour blind.
3. Must be physically fit and in good health as determined by the City Medical Officer of Health.
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR GIS DATA ANALYST:
Grade 11
 
Job Purpose: Capturing and maintaining a fully connected high, medium and low voltage electrical network and communication network, in a Geographic Information System (GIS), and dissemination of the electrical network and associated attribute data.
 
Competencies: •Organisational awareness. •Problem solving. •Planning and organising. •Data capture. •Data exchange. •GIS Systems and software. •Spatial analysis. •Interpersonal relationships. •Communication. •Action orientation. •Learning orientation •Problem solving.
 
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Cartography or Geo Information science and Technology or Geoinformatics or equivalent. •First Aid Certificate or to be obtained within 6 months from date of appointment. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •Must be certified competent to enter substation and live enclosures. •4 Years relevant experience.
 
Special Conditions:
1. Hours of Work 40hours, 5-day week. 
2. Flexitime As per employment contract. 
3. Shift Work As and when required and as per employment contract.
4. Standby Yes. 5. Special Allowances Not Applicable
6. Incentive Bonus No 
7. Overtime Incumbents must be prepared to work overtime when required to meet the exigencies of the service. 
8. Locomotion Departmental transport at the discretion of the Head: Electricity. 
9. Transfer/Relocation Incumbents will be subjects to deployment/relocation to any of the Electricity Directorate depots or branches as required. 
10. Protective Clothing As per PPE schedule.
 
Physical Requirements:
1. Must be physically capable of carrying out the duties of the post. 
2. Must not be colour blind.
3. Must be physically fit and in good health as determined by the City Medical Officer of Health.
 
 
 
 
 
 
CLERK
REF NO: 33005214
Basic Salary R155 085.75 / R 201 319.69 pa
Grade: 05
 
Job Purpose: The provision of telephone answering service for customers reporting electricity faults.
 
Competencies: •Attention to Detail •Ethics and Professionalism •Problem Solving •Planning and Organising •Use of Technology •Data Processing & Analysis •Communication •Client Orientation and customer Focus •Learning Orientation
 
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •3 months relevant experience. •Computer Literacy
 
 
 
 
 
ORGANISATIONAL DEVEL AND CHANGE MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE
 
 
DIRECTOR (ORGANISATION EFFECTIVENESS & CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT)
Ref No: 63000000
Salary Negotiable
Grade: 20
 
Job Purpose: Plans, leads and directs the Organisation Effectiveness and Continuous Improvement functionality for the Municipality through the design, development and alignment of Performance Management/ Organisational Development/ Strategic Planning (Change Management/ Business System Analysis) policies, procedures, systems and controls guiding management advisory/consulting interventions, applications and outcomes and providing strategic advice on review of business plans with respect to Human Resources Development and Business Systems aimed at supporting the accomplishment of the Municipality's key performance areas and service delivery objectives.
 
Competencies: •Moral Competency •Planning & Organising •Analysis & Innovation •Knowledge & Information Management •Communication •Results & Quality Focus •Strategic Direction and Leadership •People Management •Program & Project Management • Financial Management •Change Leadership •Governance Management
 
Essential Requirements: Bachelors Degree (NQF Level 7) in one of the following fields: •Organisational Development / Operations Management •Industrial Psychology •Human Resource Management •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •8 years relevant experience of which 3 years must be at a senior management level.
 
 
 
 
 
WATER AND SANITATION DIRECTORATE
 
 
CHIEF TECHNOLOGIST (ELECTRONIC/ELECTRICAL)
REF NO: 34004982
Total Value of Remuneration Package R 1 076 034.00 / R 1 369 582.00 pa
Grade: 15
 
Job Purpose: Controls professional and technical processes associated with the provision of an electronic engineering service pertaining to the Water and Sanitation Directorate.
 
Competencies: •Planning •Organisational Awareness •Design •Project Management •Construction •Operations & Maintenance •Service Delivery Orientation •Learning Orientation •Impact & Influence •Direction Setting •Coaching & Mentoring.
 
Essential Requirements: •Bachelor of Technology or Bachelor of Engineering Technology (NQF Level 7) in Electrical or Electronic Engineering. •Registered as a Professional Electrical or Electronic Engineering Technologist with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •5 years relevant post registration experience.
 
Special Conditions: •Continuous on call for emergencies.
 
Physical Requirements: •Physically able
 
 
 
 
 

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INSPECTOR OF WORKS
REF NO: 34003976 / 34004308 / VARIOUS
Basic Salary R 372 957.32 / R 484 118.58 pa
Grade: 11
 
Job Purpose: To maintain departmental standards with respect to developments, contract work and sewer connections and to liaise with relevant affected parties.
 
Competencies: •Managing Work •Problem Solving •Planning & Organising •Quality Orientation •Workplace Safety •Discipline Specific Skills •Service Delivery Orientation •Accountability & Ethical Conduct •Impact & Influence.
 
Essential Requirements: •Trade Tested Artisan (Plumber or Mainlaying or Bricklayer). •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •4 years relevant post apprenticeship experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
 
 
 
 
CLEANSING AND SOLID WASTE DIRECTORATE
 
 
DEPUTY HEAD (OPERATIONS)
REF NO: 35000002
Salary Negotiable
Grade: 20
 
Job Purpose: To protect the environment and the communities of eThekwini Municipality from adverse effects of poor waste management, through an environmentally acceptable cost-effective and sustainable waste collection service.
 
Competencies: •Attention to Detail. •Conceptual Thinking. •Evaluation and Research. •Analytical Skills. •Advocacy/Negotiation. •Waste Management. •Financial Management. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Action and outcome Orientation. •Integrity. •Direction Setting. •Coaching and Mentoring.
 
Essential Requirements: •Bachelors Degree (NQF Level 7) in Operations Management or Environmental Management or Logistics Management or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •8 years’ relevant experience at a management level of which at least 3 years must be at a senior management level.
 
 
 
 
 
 
ARTISAN (DIESEL MECHANIC)
REF NO: 35004628
Basic Salary R 315 930.44 / R 410 094.39 pa
Grade: 10
 
Job Purpose: To carry out planned and unplanned maintenance on vehicles as instructed, ensuring deadlines are met also maintaining DSW Fleet in compliance with the National Road Traffic Act of 1996 as amended.
 
Competencies: •Problem Solving •Quality Orientation •Workplace Safety •Discipline Specific Skills •Communication •Action Orientation •Resilience •Accountability and Ethical Conduct •Learning Orientation •Team Orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Trade Tested Artisan (Diesel Mechanic). •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code EC). •Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP). •3 Years relevant post apprenticeship experience.
 
 
 
 
 
 
ARTISAN (BODY BUILDER)
REF NO: 35004634
Basic Salary R 315 930.44 / R 410 094.39 pa
Grade: 10
 
Job Purpose: To maintain all DSW specialised vehicles and skips in good and safe conditions.
 
Competencies: •Problem solving. •Quality orientation. •Workplace safety. •Discipline specific skills. •Communication. •Action orientation. •Resilience. •Accountability and ethical conduct. •Learning orientation. •Team orient.
 
Essential Requirements: •Trade Tested Artisan (Bodybuilder or Boilermaker). •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code EC). •Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) or to be obtained within 12 months of employment. •3 years relevant post apprenticeship experience. 
 
Special Conditions: •Operate overhead crane.
 
Physical Requirements: •Must be able to carry out physical nature of the work.
 
 
 
 
 
 
CONTRACTS CONTROLLER
REF NO: 35003770
Basic Salary R 249 222.41 / R 323 496.42 pa
Grade: 08
 
Job Purpose: Responsible for the overall administration, supervision, assessment and customer liaison within the Administration and Systems Branch.
 
Competencies: •Attention to Detail. •Organisational Awareness. •Problem Solving. •Business Processes. •Use of Technology. •Data processing &Analysis. •Communication. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Client Orientation and Customer Focus. •Learning Orientation. •Cognitive Ability. •Team Orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •3 years relevant experience •Computer Literacy.
 
 
 
 
 
 
ENGINEERING DIRECTORATE
 
 
OPERATIONS CO-ORDINATOR
REF NO: 36005580
Basic Salary R372 957.32 / R484 118.58 pa
Grade: 11
 
Job Purpose: Co-ordinates key applications associated with the implementation, monitoring and reporting of the effectiveness of local economic development programmes.
 
Competencies: •Written Communication. •Oral Communication. •Problem Solving. •Planning and Organising. •Organisational Awareness. •Use of Technology. •Problem Solving. •Project Management. •Data Processing & Analysis. •Communication. •Action Orientation. •Team Orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Local Economic Development or Public Administration or Public Management or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
Special Conditions: •The ability to communicate and comprehend in the official language as specified by the department on appointment. •May be required to work after hours, weekends and public holidays. 
 
 
 
 
 
CITY INTEGRITY AND INVESTIGATIONS DIRECTORATE
 
 
SENIOR MANAGER (OMBUDS SERV & FRAUD PREV
REF NO: 14000152
Total Value of Remuneration Package R1 431 698.00 / R1 831 300.00 pa
Grade: 17
 
Job Purpose: To serve as a designated neutral and an advocate for fairness; acts as a source of information and referral and assists in the resolution of concerns and critical situations; protects against abuse, bias and other improper treatment or unfairness; provides an office that remains independent, neutral and impartial and provides strategic direction in ensuring a proactive response towards fraud prevention and control.
 
Competencies: •Business Processes •Ethics & Professionalism •Organisational Awareness •Problem Solving •Planning & Organising •Attention to Detail •Monitoring & Evaluation •Technical Report Writing •Communication •Service Delivery Orientation •Cognitive Ability •Direction Setting
 
Essential Requirements: •Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Forensic Investigations or Law or Policing or Security Management specialising in Corporate Investigations or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •6 Years relevant experience of which 3 years must be at a management level •Computer Literacy.
 
 
 
 

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INFORMATION MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE
 
 
APPLICATION ANALYST / APPLICATION ENGINEER
REF NO: 19000466 / 19000466B
Basic Salary R440 332.94 / R 571 551.37 pa
Grade: 12
Total Value of Remuneration Package R945 416.00 / R1 200 010.00 pa
Grade 14
 
Job Purpose: To devise and design computer systems requirements for the solution of difficult business problems or for segments of more complex problems and formulate procedures for their solutions as well as develops, implementation and maintenance of major systems.
 
Competencies: •Organisational Awareness •Business and IS&T Planning •Operations •Installation and Integration •User Support •Communication •Learning orientation •Team Orientation
 
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) field. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 Years relevant experience.
 
 
 
 
 
 
APPLICATION ENGINEER:
Grade 14
 
Job Purpose: Devises and designs computer systems requirements for the solution of difficult business problems or segments of more complex problems and formulates procedures for their solutions. Plays major role in the development, implementation and maintenance of major systems.
 
Competencies: •Organisational Awareness •Business and IS&T Planning •Operations •Installation & Integration •User Support •Communication •Learning Orientation •Impact & Influence •Team Orientation •Direction Setting •Coaching & Mentoring.
 
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) field. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •4 years in Information Technology with 2 years in program construction and application construction and application testing. •Full System Development Life cycle exposure including analysis, design, implementation and conversion.
 
 
 
 
 
 
ETHEKWINI MUNICIPALITY AUDIT AND RISK ASSURANCE SERVICES DIRECTORATE
 
 
SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR
(OPR) (LEVEL I)
REF NO: 12000112
Basic Salary R495 746.46 / R643 516.90 pa
Grade: 13
 
Job Purpose: To provide an independent, objective audit assurance and consultancy service of the Municipality’s Systems of Control, Policies, Procedures and Standards.
 
Competencies: •Research and Analysis •Ethics and Professionalism •Organisational Awareness •Internal Auditing •Engagement Management •Information Management •Interpersonal Relationships •Communication •Resilience •Cognitive Ability
 
Essential Requirements: •Degree (NQF Level 7) or equivalent in Financial Accounting or Auditing with Auditing or Internal Auditing as a major. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •4 Years Internal Auditing Experience •Computer Literacy.
 
Special Conditions: •The posts of Senior Auditor are to be rotated within a 2-year cycle with every possible effort being made to reach consensus.
 
 
 
 
 
PARKS RECREATION AND CULTURE DIRECTORATE
 
 
LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
REF NO: 44004514 / VARIOUS
Basic Salary R280 601.13 / R364 222.19 pa
Grade: 09
 
Job Purpose: To uphold and enforce the Sea Shore Regulations, Bylaws, Criminal Procedure Act and other relevant legislation to provide an effective and efficient Law Enforcement service in the section for staff and members of the public.
 
Competencies: •Community & Customer Focus •Problem Solving •Negotiation & Influencing •Ethics & Professionalism •Patrol, Enforcement & Emergency Response •Interpersonal Relationships •Communication •Service Delivery Orientation •Action & Outcome Orientation •Resilience •Cognitive Ability •Team Orientation
 
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent and a Law Enforcement certificate or any other related and equivalent certificate. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •Valid motorcycle driving learners (Code A). •Valid motorcycle driving license (Code A) or be able to obtain one within 9 months from date of appointment. •Valid South African Police Service clearance certificate. •2 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
 
 
 
 
SMALL PLANT MECHANIC
REF NO: 44016054
Basic Salary R221 348.60 / R287 333.14 pa
Grade: 07
 
Job Purpose: To perform general mechanical maintenance and repairs to small plant and agriculture/ horticulture equipment of the Parks, Leisure and Cemeteries Division.
 
Competencies: •Managing Work. •Planning and Organising. •Problem Solving. •Workplace Safety. •Discipline Specific Skills. •Interpersonal relationships. •Communication. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Customer orientation and Customer Focus. •Action Orientation. •Accountability and Ethical Conduct. •Learning Orientation.
 
Essential Requirements:
•Grade 10 or NTC 2.
•1 Year relevant experience
 
Special Conditions: •May be required to work overtime. •May be required to act in the capacity of surrounding posts. •All posts of Small Plant Mechanic within the Department are interchangeable.
 
Physical Requirements: •Physically capable of carrying out the requirements of the job.
 
 
 
 
 
 
MOSES MABHIDA STADIUM DIRECTORATE
 
 
HYGIENE SUPERVISOR
REF NO: 45000034
Basic Salary R221 348.60 / R287 333.14 pa
Grade: 07
 
Job Purpose: Responsible for coordinating effective and efficient set-up and removal of catering service equipment for Bowl and Non-Bowl events and hygiene including effective deep cleaning and control in line with the kitchen standards.
 
Competencies: •Managing Work •Planning & Organising •Interpersonal Relationships •Communication •Service Delivery Orientation •Action Orientation •Resilience •Problem Solving •Accountability & Ethical Conduct •Learning Orientation •Team Orientation
 
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •2 Years relevant experience.
 
Special Conditions: •The execution of any function as delegated by the Head of Department or immediate manager in terms of powers indicated in the relevant legislation and related to the functions of this post.
 
Physical Requirements: •Good health.
 
 
 
 
 

​ETHEKWINI MUNICIPAL ACADEMY DIRECTORATE
 
 
SENIOR TRAINING OFFICER
REF NO: 62000262
Basic Salary R 372 957.32 / R 484 118.58 pa
Grade: 11
 
Job Purpose: To conduct training lessons to all Council employees at all levels.
 
Competencies: •Attention to detail. •Ethics and Professionalism. •Planning and Organising. •Use of Technology. •Learning and Development. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Communication. •Client Orientation and Customer Focus. •Resilience. •Learning Orientation. •Cognitive ability. •Conflict Management.
 
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Education or Training or Human Resources Management or Business Administration or any other related and equivalent qualification. •National Certificate Occupationally Directed Education Training and Development Practices (OD-ETDP) (NQF Level 5) or certificate in Education Training and Development Practices (NQF Level 5). •Valid motor vehicle driving license •3 years relevant experience in a Learning and Development environment. •Computer Literacy.
 
 
 
 
 
SKILLS DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER
 
 
REF NO: 62000352-1
Basic Salary R372 957.32 / R484 118.58 pa
Grade: 11
 
Job Purpose: Facilitate the coordination and support to the production of the Municipality’s Workplace Skills Plan aligned to the Municipality’s strategic objectives and local and National policies and legislation as well as linking the developmental and social service delivery needs of communities and developmental needs and opportunities of individual employees.
 
Competencies: •Attention to Detail •Influencing •Ethics and Professionalism •Organisational Awareness •Problem Solving •Planning and Organising •Business Processes •Use of Technology •Data Processing and analysis •Client Orientation and Customer Focus •Action Orientation •Resilience
 
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Human Resources Development or Management or Public Management or Public Administration or equivalent.  •Valid motor vehicle driving license •3 Years administrative experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
 
 
 
 
 
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY DIRECTORATE
 
 
FIRST AID OFFICER
REF NO: 65000102
Basic Salary R 221 348.60 / R 287 333.14 pa
Grade: 07
 
Job Purpose: To provide first aid and coordinate training on first aid to eThekwini Municipality employees.
 
Competencies: •Interpersonal and Communication Skills •Professionalism •Patient Care •Medical knowledge •Service Delivery Orientation •Customer Orientation and Customer Focus •Action and Outcome Orientation •Learning Orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Valid First Aid Certificate at Level 3. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •2 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
 
 
 
 
CITY FLEET DIRECTORATE
 
 
DEPUTY HEAD (FLEET MANAGEMENT)
REF NO: 73001276
Salary Negotiable
Grade: 20
 
Job Purpose: Defines and directs the departmental objective setting, performance and functioning in relation to the management of a diverse, complex and large fleet operations.
 
Competencies: •Organisational Awareness. •Problem Solving. •Planning and Organising. •Accounting. •Procurement. •Budgeting. •Financial Management. •Costing. •Financial Process Management. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Strategic Direction & Leadership. •People Management.
 
Essential Requirements: •Bachelors Degree (NQF Level 7) in Transport Management or Fleet Management or Logistics Management or Mechanical Engineering, or in the Finance field. •Must be in a possession of National Treasury MFMA minimum competency qualification (NQF Level 6) OR Must obtain a National Treasury MFMA minimum competency qualification (NQF Level 6) within 18 months of the date of appointment. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •8 years relevant Fleet Management experience of which 3 years must be at a senior management level.
 
 
 
 
 
EXECUTIVE SECRETARY
REF NO: 73001256
Basic Salary R221 348.60 / R287 333.14 pa
Grade: 07
 
Job Purpose: To provide secretarial support to the Bus Operations and Management.
 
Competencies: •Attention to Detail. •Problem Solving. •Planning and Organizing. •Ethics and Professionalism. •Data Processing & Analysis. •Use of Technology. •Communication. •Client orientation and Customer Focus. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Resilience. •Change Readiness. •Learning Orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) and an Administrative Certificate. •2 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
 
 
 
 
 
REVENUE MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE
 
 
CASHIER CLERK
REF NO: 71000620 / 71000496 /71000364 71000414 / 71000982
Basic Salary R183 098.14 / R237 677.84 pa
Grade: 06
 
Job Purpose: To provide comprehensive customer care and revenue collection services to all eThekwini Municipality customers and patrons of the Service Centre.
 
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 with Mathematics and/or Accounting. •1 Year relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
 
Physical Requirements: •Must be physically capable of carrying out the duties of the post.
 
 
 
 
 
HEALTH DIRECTORATE
 
 
SENIOR MEDICAL PRACTITIONER
REF NO: 41000398
Total Value of Remuneration Package R 1 200 010.00 / R 1 530 556.00 pa
Grade: 16
 
Job Purpose: To coordinate and control the Division’s planning and development to the communicable Diseases (Tuberculosis, sexually transmitted diseases, HIV/AIDS act) Health care services and attending to the clinical management and primary health care and providing a consultative service to the nursing personnel at the clinic level in accordance to the requirements of the directorate.
 
Competencies: •Interpersonal and communication skills •Professionalism •Systems-based practice •Patient care •Medical knowledge •Practice-based learning and improvement •Service delivery orientation •Action and outcome orientation •Change readiness •Cognitive ability •Coaching and mentoring •Team orientation.
 
Essential Requirements: •Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) (NQF Level 8) or equivalent. •Registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •6 years relevant experience of which one year must be in the provision of ARV initiation service. •Computer Literacy.

INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME 2025/2026
 
eThekwini Municipality is offering exciting opportunities for graduate individuals with no work experience to gain valuable skills and practical exposure in various fields through its Graduate and Work Integrated Learning Internship Programme for a period between 18 (TVET with N6) to 24 months.
 
 
STUDY FIELD - QUALIFICATION
 
Finance and Economics 
Accounting, Financial Management, Economics, Finance and Economic Management, Insurance, Commerce related studies, BCom Studies
 
Administration 
Office Management and Technology, Public Administration, Public Management, Business Management; Public Administration, Disaster Management
 
Agriculture, Natural Sciences, Environmental Studies
Environmental Science, Horticulture, Nature Conservation, Agriculture, Environmental Management/Environmental Health, Waste Management, Agriculture Extension, Agribusiness, Natural Sciences, Ecological Sciences, Geographical Information Systems, Population Studies, Archaeology, Geography/Arc GIS Competency, Climate Change, BSc Computer Science, Food Security
 
Life Science 
Microbiology, Analytical Chemistry, Biotech/ Biomedical Technology, Zoology, Botany, Hydrology
 
Engineering and Built Environment
Electrical Eng, Auto Electrician, Mechanical Eng., Chemical Eng., Civil Eng., Industrial Eng., Process Instrumentation, Building and Quantity Surveying; Town Planning, Property Studies, Built Environment, Operation Management, Shipping and Logistics, Construction Management
 
Management 
Human Resources, Operations Management, Events/Hospitality/Catering/Culinary, Food & Beverages, Information Technology, IT Web Developer/ Programmer, Data Analysis, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Marketing & Digital Marketing, Public Relations, Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management, Tourism, Industrial Psychology, Quality Management, Sports Management/Science, Leisure Science, Communication Studies, Project Risk Management, Risk Management, Project Management, Health and Safety Management, Maritime Studies, Sport Management or Sport Science. Industrial Psychology, Library and Information Science, Intergovernmental relations, International Relations; Research and Statistics Journalism, Media Studies
 
Health Sciences 
Environmental Health, Enrolled Nursing/Nursing Science,
 
Law
LLB, Forensic Auditing/Investigations, Criminology, Internal Auditing.
 
Art and Design 
Graphic Design, Video Technology, Photography, Language Practice, Dramatic Arts, Film and TV Production, Architectural Design, Fine Art, Fashion Design
 
Humanities 
Social Work, Social Sciences, Sociology, Archaeology, Community Development, Development Studies, Project Management; Training and Development; Political Science. International Relations, Psychology, Monitoring and Evaluation, Public Policy or Policy Development, Training and Development, History, Housing, Anthropology, Enrolled Nursing / Nursing Science.
 
 
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS:
• The monthly stipend ranges from R2 661.68 to R8 093.01 depending on the qualification level.
• Individuals who have already participated in or benefited from any Internship Programme for a period of 12 months or more will not be considered.
• Applicants must be in possession of a recognized qualification or N6 for TVET students applying for WIL for Nated Diploma recognition.
• Applicants must be South African citizens.
• Applications must be submitted through on-line application system available at www.durban.gov.za by clicking on Jobs. Please note that faxed, emailed, manual, or late applications will not be accepted.
• Due to the anticipated high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Employment Equity principles will apply in the recruitment process, to address imbalances in work experience placement for designated groups Persons with disabilities who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply.
• Individuals who have previously applied need to reapply.
 
 
HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted online by following the process outlined below:
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 : 11th July 2025
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. Siyanda Cebekhulu Tel: 031 322 2460 or Ms. Wendy Shabalala Tel: 031 311 3924 or alternatively 031 311 3192 or 3183
 
By 2030 eThekwini will be Africa’s most caring and liveable city