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ETHEKWINI METRO VACANCIES
ETHEKWINI METRO
VACANCY CIRCULAR NUMBER: 611
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 THAT THE E-RECRUITMENT LINK HAS BEEN DISCONTINUED FROM 30 NOVEMBER 2025.
A new recruitment system will be available in the coming weeks and the link will be communicated.
The closing date for applications is Friday, 27 February 2026, 12:00 Midday.
Applications for Grade 10 and above must be sent to the designated email address. Grade 3 up to Grade 9 may apply via designated email address or by hand delivering at the centres listed below,
APPLICATION FORM, PLEASE CLICK LINK BELOW:
https://www.durban.gov.za/page/jobs
APPLICATIONS FOR GRADES 9 AND BELOW CAN BE DELIVERED TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESSES:
Hambanathi HC Computer Lab: 25 Jiyani Road, oThongathi.
Hammarsdale 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 Drive, Mariannhill, Durban, 3604.
Midway 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 Highway, 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 Highway, uMlazi V, uMlazi 4060.
Magabheni Sizakala Centre: eThekwini Ikhwezi Area, Sidiwya Highway, 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.
OThongathi HC Computer Lab: 325 Gopalall Hurbans Road, oThongathi, eThekwini, 4400.
Main/ Head Office HC Computer Lab: SEDA Office 381 King Dinuzulu Road, Berea , 4001.
Sizakala Centre in Winklespruit:11 Gracedale / Mayors Mews Road, Winklespruit 4126.
Sizakala Centre in Hillcrest: 22 Delamore Road.
For telephone enquires call 031 311 310 POST REFERENCE NUMBERS ARE MANDATORY TO APPEAR ON THE CV AND EMAIL SUBJECT.
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.
RECREATION AND PARKS DIRECTORATE
DEPUTY HEAD (SPORTS AND RECREATION)
REF NO: 44000006
Salary Negotiable
Grade: 19
Job Purpose: To plan, lead, organise and direct the Recreation and Sports Development Sections and the Recreation and Sport Advice Bureau.
Competencies: •Managing work. •Planning and organizing. •Facility specific skill. •Workplace safety. •Interpersonal relationships. •Communication. •Service delivery orientation. •Action orientation. • Problem solving. • Accountability and ethical conduct. •Impact and influence. •Team orientation
Essential Requirements: •Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7) in Sport Sciences or Public Administration or Business Administration or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •8 years’ experience at a management level of which at least 3 years must be at a senior management level.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Commservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
ETHEKWINI MUNICIPALITY AUDIT AND RISK ASSURANCE SERVICES DIRECTORATE
DEPUTY HEAD (CAPITAL PROGRAMS & CONT AUD
REF NO: 12000348
Salary Negotiable
Grade: 20
Job Purpose: Responsible for strategic planning and the implementation of an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity within the Programs and Continuous Auditing remit.
Competencies: •Planning & Organising •Analysis & Innovation. •Results. & Quality Focus •Engagement Management •Interpersonal Relationships. •Communication. •Resilience. •Cognitive Ability. •Strategic Direction & Leadership •Program & Project Management. • Financial Management •Governance Management.
Essential Requirements: •Bachelors Degree (NQF Level 8) in the Built Environment 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 in the Built Environment
To apply email to: eRecruit.Chiefauditexec@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
ENTERPRISE RISK MANAGEMENT ADVISOR
REF NO: 12000196
Total Value of Remuneration Package R990 043.00 / R1 256 750.00 pa
Grade: 14
Job Purpose: Planning, leading and implementing Enterprise Risk Management framework and processes and provide strategic and operational advisory services on Risk Management issues, including best practices and strategies to improve the Municipality's overall risk management maturity.
Competencies: •Research and Analysis •Organisational Awareness. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Service Delivery Orientation •Resilience. •Cognitive Ability. •Impact and Influence.
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) or equivalent in Auditing or accounting or Computer Science or Finance. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •4 Years relevant experience.
Special Conditions: •Post of Risk Specialist will be rotated within 2 year cycle with possible effort to reach consensus.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Chiefauditexec@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DIRECTORATE
INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER/ SENIOR INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER
REF NO: 19000800/ REF NO: 19000800B
Basic Salary
R462 393.60 / R600 186.12 pa
Grade:12
R520 583.40 / R675 757.08 pa
Grade: 13
INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER:
(Grade 12)
Job Purpose: Responsible for the installation, configuration, monitoring and administration of information Technology security Systems for the Municipality.
Competences: •Advice and Guidance. •Operations. •User Support. •Business and IS&T Planning. • Interpersonal Relationships. •Communication. •Action and outcome orientation. •Resilience. •Cognitive ability. •Learning Orientation.
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) related field and an Information Security related certificate. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 years relevant experience.
Physical Requirements: Must be physically capable of carrying out the duties of the post.
INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER
Grade: 13
Job Purpose: Responsible for applying technical expertise in overseeing the installation, configuration, administration and monitoring of Information technology security systems.
. Competencies: •Advice and Guidance. •Operations. •User Support. •Business and IS&T Planning. • Interpersonal Relationships. •Communication. • Action and outcome orientation. •Resilience. •Cognitive ability. •Learning Orientation. • Team Orientation. • Coaching and Mentoring.
Essential Requirements:
•Diploma (NQF Level 6) in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) related field and an Information Security related certificate. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •4 years relevant experience.
Special Conditions: Post required to keep abreast of emerging security technologies and threat or vulnerabilities, and advice on security safeguards that would prevent those threats.
Physical Requirements: Must be physically capable of carrying out the duties of the post.
To apply go to: eRecruit.Corpservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
APPLICATION ANALYST
REF NO: 19000484
Basic Salary R462 393.60 / R600 186.12 pa
Grade: 12
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.
To apply go to: eRecruit.Corpservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
RECREATION AND PARKS DIRECTORATE
DEPUTY HEAD (SPORTS AND RECREATION)
REF NO: 44000006
Salary Negotiable
Grade: 19
Job Purpose: To plan, lead, organise and direct the Recreation and Sports Development Sections and the Recreation and Sport Advice Bureau.
Competencies: •Managing work. •Planning and organizing. •Facility specific skill. •Workplace safety. •Interpersonal relationships. •Communication. •Service delivery orientation. •Action orientation. • Problem solving. • Accountability and ethical conduct. •Impact and influence. •Team orientation
Essential Requirements: •Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7) in Sport Sciences or Public Administration or Business Administration or any other related and equivalent qualification. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •8 years’ experience at a management level of which at least 3 years must be at a senior management level.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Commservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
ETHEKWINI MUNICIPALITY AUDIT AND RISK ASSURANCE SERVICES DIRECTORATE
DEPUTY HEAD (CAPITAL PROGRAMS & CONT AUD
REF NO: 12000348
Salary Negotiable
Grade: 20
Job Purpose: Responsible for strategic planning and the implementation of an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity within the Programs and Continuous Auditing remit.
Competencies: •Planning & Organising •Analysis & Innovation. •Results. & Quality Focus •Engagement Management •Interpersonal Relationships. •Communication. •Resilience. •Cognitive Ability. •Strategic Direction & Leadership •Program & Project Management. • Financial Management •Governance Management.
Essential Requirements: •Bachelors Degree (NQF Level 8) in the Built Environment 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 in the Built Environment
To apply email to: eRecruit.Chiefauditexec@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
ENTERPRISE RISK MANAGEMENT ADVISOR
REF NO: 12000196
Total Value of Remuneration Package R990 043.00 / R1 256 750.00 pa
Grade: 14
Job Purpose: Planning, leading and implementing Enterprise Risk Management framework and processes and provide strategic and operational advisory services on Risk Management issues, including best practices and strategies to improve the Municipality's overall risk management maturity.
Competencies: •Research and Analysis •Organisational Awareness. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Service Delivery Orientation •Resilience. •Cognitive Ability. •Impact and Influence.
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) or equivalent in Auditing or accounting or Computer Science or Finance. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •4 Years relevant experience.
Special Conditions: •Post of Risk Specialist will be rotated within 2 year cycle with possible effort to reach consensus.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Chiefauditexec@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DIRECTORATE
INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER/ SENIOR INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER
REF NO: 19000800/ REF NO: 19000800B
Basic Salary
R462 393.60 / R600 186.12 pa
Grade:12
R520 583.40 / R675 757.08 pa
Grade: 13
INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER:
(Grade 12)
Job Purpose: Responsible for the installation, configuration, monitoring and administration of information Technology security Systems for the Municipality.
Competences: •Advice and Guidance. •Operations. •User Support. •Business and IS&T Planning. • Interpersonal Relationships. •Communication. •Action and outcome orientation. •Resilience. •Cognitive ability. •Learning Orientation.
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) related field and an Information Security related certificate. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 years relevant experience.
Physical Requirements: Must be physically capable of carrying out the duties of the post.
INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER
Grade: 13
Job Purpose: Responsible for applying technical expertise in overseeing the installation, configuration, administration and monitoring of Information technology security systems.
. Competencies: •Advice and Guidance. •Operations. •User Support. •Business and IS&T Planning. • Interpersonal Relationships. •Communication. • Action and outcome orientation. •Resilience. •Cognitive ability. •Learning Orientation. • Team Orientation. • Coaching and Mentoring.
Essential Requirements:
•Diploma (NQF Level 6) in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) related field and an Information Security related certificate. •Valid motor vehicle driving license •4 years relevant experience.
Special Conditions: Post required to keep abreast of emerging security technologies and threat or vulnerabilities, and advice on security safeguards that would prevent those threats.
Physical Requirements: Must be physically capable of carrying out the duties of the post.
To apply go to: eRecruit.Corpservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
APPLICATION ANALYST
REF NO: 19000484
Basic Salary R462 393.60 / R600 186.12 pa
Grade: 12
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.
To apply go to: eRecruit.Corpservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
CITY INTEGRITY AND INVESTIGATIONS DIRECTORATE
FORENSIC INVESTIGATOR
REF NO: 14000096/14000068-1
Total Value Remuneration Package R794 518.00 / R1 004 896.00 pa
Grade: 12
Job Purpose: Responsible for conducting forensic investigations pertaining to incidents of fraud, corruption and maladministration in the affairs of eThekwini Municipality, Municipal Entities i.e. Durban International Convention Centre (ICC) and Durban Marine Theme Park (uShaka Marine World) from inception to conclusion using fraud examination processes that includes among other things, acquisition of evidence, reporting, testifying to findings and assisting in fraud detection and prevention.
Competencies: •Ethics and professionalism. •Organisational awareness. •Problem solving. •Planning and organising. • Data processing & analysis • Attention to detail. •Investigation of complaints • Monitoring and evaluation. • Technical report writing • Communication • Resilience. •Cognitive ability.
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Forensic Investigations or Law or Auditing or Policing or equivalent. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. • 3 years experience in fraud investigations.
To apply email to: eRecruit.OCM@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday,27/02/2026
REVENUE MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE
ADMINISTRATOR
REF NO: 71000808/71000826
Basic Salary R294 659.28 / 382 469.76 pa
Grade: 09
Job Purpose: To ensure that customers are correctly billed for rates and other municipal services received.
Competencies •Attention to Detail. •Ethics and Professionalism. •Organisational Awareness. •Problem Solving. •Business Processes. •Use of technology. •Data Processing and Analysis • Interpersonal Relationship. •Communication • Service Delivery Orientation. •Client Orientation and Customer Focus. •Resilience.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) with Mathematics or Accounting or equivalent and a certificate in the financial field • 3 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Finance@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
FLEET MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION DIRECTORATE
FORENSIC INVESTIGATOR (VEHICLE INVSTGTR)
REF NO: 73001320
Basic Salary R462 393.60 / R600 186.12 pa
Grade: 12
Job Purpose: Responsible for the investigation of complaints regarding any matters involving municipal vehicles and related matters including fraud, corruption and maladministration within eThekwini Municipality.
Competencies: •Written Communication. •Oral Communication. •Ethics & Professionalism. •Interpersonal Relationships. • Action & Outcome Orientation • Resilience. •Change Readiness. •Cognitive Ability. •Learning Orientation • Team Orientation. •Coaching & Mentoring Essential Requirements: • Diploma (NQF Level 6) or equivalent in Finance or Accounting or Auditing or Forensic Investigations or in the Legal field. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 Years relevant experience.
Special Conditions:
1. Appointment to the post is subject to applicants meeting the criteria for clearance with the South African Police Services.
2. Must be prepared to be on standby.
3. Must be prepared to work after hours if necessary.
4. SAPS Clearance certificate is essential.
Physical Requirements: Must be physically capable of carrying out the duties of the post.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Opsman@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
FLEET OFFICER
REF NO: 73001712
Basic Salary R331 758.60 / R430 640.16 pa
Grade: 10
Job Purpose: To administer the co-ordination, organising and controlling the movement and allocation of heavy plant, vehicles and equipment for eThekwini Municipality.
Competencies: •Attention to Detail. •Ethics and Professionalism. •Organisational Awareness. •Problem Solving. •Planning and organising. •Business Processes. •Use of Technology. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Communication. •Action Orientation. •Resilience.
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.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Opsman@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
DRIVER/OPERATOR
REF NO: 73000950/73000956
Basic Salary R232 438.20 / R301 728.48 pa
Grade: 07
Job Purpose: Performs driving and operator tasks/activities associated with the transportation of heavy plant, machinery and equipment to/from relevant work sites.
Competencies: •Vehicle Safety. •Driving Behavior. •Learning Orientation. •Quality Orientation. •Service Delivery Orientation. • Interpersonal Relationships. •Communication. •Action Orientation. •Accountability and Ethical Conduct. • TeamOrientation.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code EC-14) • Hazchem DGP (Dangerous Goods and Passengers) training. •Sludge Spillages training or to be obtained within 6 months. • Heavy Plant Operator Certificate. •3 years relevant experience.
Special Conditions: •Required to work in all weather conditions. •Required to work outside normal working hours during emergencies, unplanned and planned overtime. •Required to be on standby duties. Must be prepared to enter confined areas and work with dangerous substances.
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.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Opsman@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday,27/02/2026
WASTE MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE
MANAGER (OPERATIONS)
REF NO: 35000474
Total Value of Remuneration Package R990 043.00 / R 1 256 750.00 pa
Grade: 14
Job Purpose: To plan, manage and control the Operational region (including domestic, commercial, industrial and garden waste) in accordance with relevant regulations/by-laws to ensure such is run as a sustainable operation and be able to compete with private enterprise.
Competencies: •Written Communication. •Attention to detail. •Ethics & Professionalism. •Organisational Awareness. •Problem solving. •Data processing & analysis. •Waste management. • Service delivery orientation. •Resilience. •Cognitive ability. •Direction setting • Coaching & mentoring.
Essential Requirements:
•Diploma (NQF Level 6) in one of the following:
Operations Management
Environmental Management
Environmental Engineering
Waste Management Public
Management Logistics
Management or any other related and equivalent qualification.
•Valid motor vehicle driving license.
•6 years relevant experience of which 2 years must be at supervisory level.
Special Conditions: The post is interchangeable with other Manager (Operations) within the Department.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Techservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday,27/02/2026.
PRINCIPAL CLERK
REF NO: 35003844/ 35003188
Basic Salary R 232 438.20 / R 301 728.48 pa
Grade: 07
Job Purpose: To provide administrative service to the Co-ordinator Bulk Refuse and resources.
Competencies: •Written communication. •Oral communication. •Attention to detail. •Organisational awareness. •Problem solving. •Use of technology. •Data processing & analysis. •Service delivery orientation. •Client orientation and customer focus. •Action orientation. •Cognitive ability.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •2 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Techservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
CITY INTEGRITY AND INVESTIGATIONS DIRECTORATE
FORENSIC INVESTIGATOR
REF NO: 14000096/14000068-1
Total Value Remuneration Package R794 518.00 / R1 004 896.00 pa
Grade: 12
Job Purpose: Responsible for conducting forensic investigations pertaining to incidents of fraud, corruption and maladministration in the affairs of eThekwini Municipality, Municipal Entities i.e. Durban International Convention Centre (ICC) and Durban Marine Theme Park (uShaka Marine World) from inception to conclusion using fraud examination processes that includes among other things, acquisition of evidence, reporting, testifying to findings and assisting in fraud detection and prevention.
Competencies: •Ethics and professionalism. •Organisational awareness. •Problem solving. •Planning and organising. • Data processing & analysis • Attention to detail. •Investigation of complaints • Monitoring and evaluation. • Technical report writing • Communication • Resilience. •Cognitive ability.
Essential Requirements: •Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Forensic Investigations or Law or Auditing or Policing or equivalent. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. • 3 years experience in fraud investigations.
To apply email to: eRecruit.OCM@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday,27/02/2026
REVENUE MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE
ADMINISTRATOR
REF NO: 71000808/71000826
Basic Salary R294 659.28 / 382 469.76 pa
Grade: 09
Job Purpose: To ensure that customers are correctly billed for rates and other municipal services received.
Competencies •Attention to Detail. •Ethics and Professionalism. •Organisational Awareness. •Problem Solving. •Business Processes. •Use of technology. •Data Processing and Analysis • Interpersonal Relationship. •Communication • Service Delivery Orientation. •Client Orientation and Customer Focus. •Resilience.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) with Mathematics or Accounting or equivalent and a certificate in the financial field • 3 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Finance@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
FLEET MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION DIRECTORATE
FORENSIC INVESTIGATOR (VEHICLE INVSTGTR)
REF NO: 73001320
Basic Salary R462 393.60 / R600 186.12 pa
Grade: 12
Job Purpose: Responsible for the investigation of complaints regarding any matters involving municipal vehicles and related matters including fraud, corruption and maladministration within eThekwini Municipality.
Competencies: •Written Communication. •Oral Communication. •Ethics & Professionalism. •Interpersonal Relationships. • Action & Outcome Orientation • Resilience. •Change Readiness. •Cognitive Ability. •Learning Orientation • Team Orientation. •Coaching & Mentoring Essential Requirements: • Diploma (NQF Level 6) or equivalent in Finance or Accounting or Auditing or Forensic Investigations or in the Legal field. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 Years relevant experience.
Special Conditions:
1. Appointment to the post is subject to applicants meeting the criteria for clearance with the South African Police Services.
2. Must be prepared to be on standby.
3. Must be prepared to work after hours if necessary.
4. SAPS Clearance certificate is essential.
Physical Requirements: Must be physically capable of carrying out the duties of the post.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Opsman@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
FLEET OFFICER
REF NO: 73001712
Basic Salary R331 758.60 / R430 640.16 pa
Grade: 10
Job Purpose: To administer the co-ordination, organising and controlling the movement and allocation of heavy plant, vehicles and equipment for eThekwini Municipality.
Competencies: •Attention to Detail. •Ethics and Professionalism. •Organisational Awareness. •Problem Solving. •Planning and organising. •Business Processes. •Use of Technology. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Communication. •Action Orientation. •Resilience.
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.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Opsman@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
DRIVER/OPERATOR
REF NO: 73000950/73000956
Basic Salary R232 438.20 / R301 728.48 pa
Grade: 07
Job Purpose: Performs driving and operator tasks/activities associated with the transportation of heavy plant, machinery and equipment to/from relevant work sites.
Competencies: •Vehicle Safety. •Driving Behavior. •Learning Orientation. •Quality Orientation. •Service Delivery Orientation. • Interpersonal Relationships. •Communication. •Action Orientation. •Accountability and Ethical Conduct. • TeamOrientation.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code EC-14) • Hazchem DGP (Dangerous Goods and Passengers) training. •Sludge Spillages training or to be obtained within 6 months. • Heavy Plant Operator Certificate. •3 years relevant experience.
Special Conditions: •Required to work in all weather conditions. •Required to work outside normal working hours during emergencies, unplanned and planned overtime. •Required to be on standby duties. Must be prepared to enter confined areas and work with dangerous substances.
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.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Opsman@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday,27/02/2026
WASTE MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE
MANAGER (OPERATIONS)
REF NO: 35000474
Total Value of Remuneration Package R990 043.00 / R 1 256 750.00 pa
Grade: 14
Job Purpose: To plan, manage and control the Operational region (including domestic, commercial, industrial and garden waste) in accordance with relevant regulations/by-laws to ensure such is run as a sustainable operation and be able to compete with private enterprise.
Competencies: •Written Communication. •Attention to detail. •Ethics & Professionalism. •Organisational Awareness. •Problem solving. •Data processing & analysis. •Waste management. • Service delivery orientation. •Resilience. •Cognitive ability. •Direction setting • Coaching & mentoring.
Essential Requirements:
•Diploma (NQF Level 6) in one of the following:
Operations Management
Environmental Management
Environmental Engineering
Waste Management Public
Management Logistics
Management or any other related and equivalent qualification.
•Valid motor vehicle driving license.
•6 years relevant experience of which 2 years must be at supervisory level.
Special Conditions: The post is interchangeable with other Manager (Operations) within the Department.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Techservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday,27/02/2026.
PRINCIPAL CLERK
REF NO: 35003844/ 35003188
Basic Salary R 232 438.20 / R 301 728.48 pa
Grade: 07
Job Purpose: To provide administrative service to the Co-ordinator Bulk Refuse and resources.
Competencies: •Written communication. •Oral communication. •Attention to detail. •Organisational awareness. •Problem solving. •Use of technology. •Data processing & analysis. •Service delivery orientation. •Client orientation and customer focus. •Action orientation. •Cognitive ability.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •2 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Techservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
PRINCIPAL CLERK
REF NO: 35003188
Basic Salary R232 438.20 / R301 728.48 pa
Grade: 07
Job Purpose: To provide administrative service to the Co-ordinator Bulk Refuse and resources.
Competencies: •Written communication. •Oral communication. •Attention to detail. •Organisational awareness. •Problem solving. •Use of technology. •Data processing & analysis. •Service delivery orientation. •Client orientation and customer focus. •Action orientation. • Cognitive ability.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •2 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Techservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
SUPERVISOR DRIVER
REF NO: 35005042
Basic Salary R 232 438.20 / R 301 728.48 pa
Grade: 07
Job Purpose: To provide waste removal service.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 10. •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code C) or (Code EC). •Valid Professional drivers Permit (PrDP). •2 Years relevant experience.
Competencies: •Problem Solving. •Planning and Organising. •Organisational Awareness. •People Management. •Workplace Safety. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Communication. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Resilience •Ethics and Accountability. •Impact and Influence. •Team Orientation.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Techservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
DRIVER MESSENGER
REF NO: 35003804
Basic Salary R 148 873.44 / R 187 773.12 pa
Grade: 04
Job Purpose: Responsible for providing a collection and delivery service.
Competencies: •Oral communication. •Vehicle safety. •Driving behaviour. •Learning orientation. •Quality orientation. • Service delivery orientation. •Interpersonal relationships. •Communication. •Action orientation. •Resilience. • Accountability and ethical conduct. •Learning orientation.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 months relevant experience
To apply email to: eRecruit.Techservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
ETHEKWINI WATER SERVICES DIRECTORATE
AREA PROJECT MANAGER
REF NO: 34007370
Total Value of Remuneration Package R 1 499 461.00 / R 1 918 074.00 pa
Grade: 17
Job Purpose: To ensure that water services and related infrastructure provided within a particular area are technically sound, economically justifiable in terms of the Municipality's capital works programme requirements and in terms of relevant legislation and policy.
Competencies: •Planning. •Organisational awareness. •Attention to detail. •Design. •Project management. •Construction. • Operations and maintenance. •Service delivery orientation. •Learning orientation •Impact and influence. • Direction setting. •Coaching and mentoring.
Essential Requirements: •Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering (NQF Level 8) in Civil Engineering. • Registered as a Professional Civil Engineer with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •6 years relevant experience of which 5 years must be post registration experience. •Computer Literacy.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Techservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
SUPERVISOR DRIVER
REF NO: 34011736/ 34007828/34010224 & VARIOUS
Basic Salary R232 438.20 / R301 728.48 pa
Grade: 07
Job Purpose: To perform tasks and activities pertaining to the driving of water tankers, delivering of water, transporting small plant and materials to and from site and attending to the on-site operations for back-filling and spoil removal.
Competencies: •Workplace safety. •Task accountability. •Oral communication. •Learning orientation. •Driving behaviour. • Vehicle safety. •Quality orientation. •Service delivery orientation. •Interpersonal relationships. •Accountability and ethical conduct. •Team orientation.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 10 or equivalent. •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code EC). •Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP). •Valid certification of competency in the operation of truck mounted cranes or to be obtained within six months from date of appointment. •2 Years relevant experience.
Special Conditions: •Posts are interchangeable within the Department at the discretion of the Deputy Head.
Physical Requirements: •Must be physically fit. •Must be prepared to work shifts.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Techservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday,
27/02/2026
SENIOR TECHNICIAN (CIVIL)
REF NO: 34002884B/
Basic Salary R 462 393.60 / R 600 186.12 pa
Grade: 12
Job Purpose: To provide technical expertise within the Water Network Branch to ensure that the water supply system functions optimally.
Competencies: •Planning. •Organisational Awareness. •Attention to Detail. •Design. •Project Management. •Construction. • Operations & Maintenance. •Communication. •Action & Outcome Orientation. •Change Readiness. • Accountability & Ethical Conduct. •Team Orientation.
Essential Requirements: •National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Civil Engineering. •Registered as a Professional Technician with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 Years relevant post qualification experience. • Computer Literacy.
Special Conditions: Subject to callout.
Physical Requirements: Must be physically fit.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Techservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
SENIOR TECHNICIAN (CIVIL)
REF NO: 34005430
Basic Salary R 462 393.60 / R 600 186.12 pa
Grade: 12
SENIOR TECHNICIAN (CIVIL):
GRADE 12
Job Purpose: To provide the necessary technical support to problem solving to ensure that projects are completed in terms of contract documentation including specifications and compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations and relevant Environmental legislation.
Competencies: •Planning. •Organisational awareness. •Attention to detail. •Project management. •Construction. • Service delivery orientation. •Communication. • Action and outcome orientation. •Cognitive ability. •Learning orientation. • Accountability and ethical conduct.
Essential Requirements: •National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Civil Engineering. •Registered as a Professional Technician with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 Years relevant post qualification experience. •Computer Literacy.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Techservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
PRINCIPAL CLERK
REF NO: 35003188
Basic Salary R232 438.20 / R301 728.48 pa
Grade: 07
Job Purpose: To provide administrative service to the Co-ordinator Bulk Refuse and resources.
Competencies: •Written communication. •Oral communication. •Attention to detail. •Organisational awareness. •Problem solving. •Use of technology. •Data processing & analysis. •Service delivery orientation. •Client orientation and customer focus. •Action orientation. • Cognitive ability.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •2 Years relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Techservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
SUPERVISOR DRIVER
REF NO: 35005042
Basic Salary R 232 438.20 / R 301 728.48 pa
Grade: 07
Job Purpose: To provide waste removal service.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 10. •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code C) or (Code EC). •Valid Professional drivers Permit (PrDP). •2 Years relevant experience.
Competencies: •Problem Solving. •Planning and Organising. •Organisational Awareness. •People Management. •Workplace Safety. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Communication. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Resilience •Ethics and Accountability. •Impact and Influence. •Team Orientation.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Techservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
DRIVER MESSENGER
REF NO: 35003804
Basic Salary R 148 873.44 / R 187 773.12 pa
Grade: 04
Job Purpose: Responsible for providing a collection and delivery service.
Competencies: •Oral communication. •Vehicle safety. •Driving behaviour. •Learning orientation. •Quality orientation. • Service delivery orientation. •Interpersonal relationships. •Communication. •Action orientation. •Resilience. • Accountability and ethical conduct. •Learning orientation.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 months relevant experience
To apply email to: eRecruit.Techservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
ETHEKWINI WATER SERVICES DIRECTORATE
AREA PROJECT MANAGER
REF NO: 34007370
Total Value of Remuneration Package R 1 499 461.00 / R 1 918 074.00 pa
Grade: 17
Job Purpose: To ensure that water services and related infrastructure provided within a particular area are technically sound, economically justifiable in terms of the Municipality's capital works programme requirements and in terms of relevant legislation and policy.
Competencies: •Planning. •Organisational awareness. •Attention to detail. •Design. •Project management. •Construction. • Operations and maintenance. •Service delivery orientation. •Learning orientation •Impact and influence. • Direction setting. •Coaching and mentoring.
Essential Requirements: •Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering (NQF Level 8) in Civil Engineering. • Registered as a Professional Civil Engineer with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •6 years relevant experience of which 5 years must be post registration experience. •Computer Literacy.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Techservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
SUPERVISOR DRIVER
REF NO: 34011736/ 34007828/34010224 & VARIOUS
Basic Salary R232 438.20 / R301 728.48 pa
Grade: 07
Job Purpose: To perform tasks and activities pertaining to the driving of water tankers, delivering of water, transporting small plant and materials to and from site and attending to the on-site operations for back-filling and spoil removal.
Competencies: •Workplace safety. •Task accountability. •Oral communication. •Learning orientation. •Driving behaviour. • Vehicle safety. •Quality orientation. •Service delivery orientation. •Interpersonal relationships. •Accountability and ethical conduct. •Team orientation.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 10 or equivalent. •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code EC). •Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP). •Valid certification of competency in the operation of truck mounted cranes or to be obtained within six months from date of appointment. •2 Years relevant experience.
Special Conditions: •Posts are interchangeable within the Department at the discretion of the Deputy Head.
Physical Requirements: •Must be physically fit. •Must be prepared to work shifts.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Techservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday,
27/02/2026
SENIOR TECHNICIAN (CIVIL)
REF NO: 34002884B/
Basic Salary R 462 393.60 / R 600 186.12 pa
Grade: 12
Job Purpose: To provide technical expertise within the Water Network Branch to ensure that the water supply system functions optimally.
Competencies: •Planning. •Organisational Awareness. •Attention to Detail. •Design. •Project Management. •Construction. • Operations & Maintenance. •Communication. •Action & Outcome Orientation. •Change Readiness. • Accountability & Ethical Conduct. •Team Orientation.
Essential Requirements: •National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Civil Engineering. •Registered as a Professional Technician with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 Years relevant post qualification experience. • Computer Literacy.
Special Conditions: Subject to callout.
Physical Requirements: Must be physically fit.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Techservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
SENIOR TECHNICIAN (CIVIL)
REF NO: 34005430
Basic Salary R 462 393.60 / R 600 186.12 pa
Grade: 12
SENIOR TECHNICIAN (CIVIL):
GRADE 12
Job Purpose: To provide the necessary technical support to problem solving to ensure that projects are completed in terms of contract documentation including specifications and compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations and relevant Environmental legislation.
Competencies: •Planning. •Organisational awareness. •Attention to detail. •Project management. •Construction. • Service delivery orientation. •Communication. • Action and outcome orientation. •Cognitive ability. •Learning orientation. • Accountability and ethical conduct.
Essential Requirements: •National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Civil Engineering. •Registered as a Professional Technician with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 Years relevant post qualification experience. •Computer Literacy.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Techservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
SENIOR TECHNICIAN (SURVEY)
REF NO: 34006842
Basic Salary R462 393.60 / R600 186.12 pa
Grade: 12
Job Purpose: To oversee the survey function of the division in terms of producing accurate as built records for the GIS system as well as the provision of a field surveying service on multi-disciplinary construction projects.
Competencies: •Planning. •Organisational awareness. •Attention to detail. •Construction. •Project management. •Service delivery orientation. • Communication. •Service delivery orientation. •Communication. •Action and outcome orientation. •Cognitive ability. •Learning orientation. •Accountability and ethical conduct.
Essential Requirements: •National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Surveying. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 Years relevant experience.
Special Conditions: •The post of Senior Technician is interchangeable within the Department at the discretion of the Deputy Head.
Physical Requirements: •As required to fulfil the duties of the post.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Techservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
PRINCIPAL CLERK
REF NO: 34005360
Basic Salary R 232 438.20 / R 301 728.48 pa
Grade: 07
Job Purpose: Coordinates and controls the tasks/activities associated with functions of the branch.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •2 Years relevant experience. • Computer Literacy.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Techservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
ARTISAN (PLUMBER)
(LEVEL II)
REF NO: 34004814B/34011262B/Various
Basic Salary R 331 758.60 / R 430 640.16 pa
Grade: 10
Job Purpose: Co-ordinates and controls specialized/technical plumbing tasks/activities by organizing materials and issuing instructions and guidelines.
Competencies: •Managing Work. •Planning & Organising. •Quality Orientation. •Work Place 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). •Basic First Aid and Basic Safety certificate or to be completed within 6-12 months from date of appointment. •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code C1). •Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP). •3 years relevant post qualification experience.
Special Conditions:
1. Required to work in all weather conditions.
2. Required to work outside normal working hours during emergencies and planned overtime.
3. May be required to work shifts.
4. Required to work under unfavourable site conditions such as water-logged excavations and muddy conditions.
Physical Requirements: Be physically fit and able bodied.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Techservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday,
27/02/2026
PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE
DATA CAPTURER
REF NO: 31000890
Basic Salary R162 855.60 / R211 405.80 pa
Grade: 05
Job Purpose: Undertakes activities/tasks associated with the capturing of information, maintenance of statistical related information and recordkeeping application and, the provision of general office support.
Competencies: •Written Communication. •Planning and Organising. •Attention to Detail. •Use of Technology. • Data Processing and Analysis. •Resilience. •Learning Orientation. •Change readiness.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •3 Months relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
SUPPLY SIDE AND AREA-BASED MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE
EXECUTIVE SECRETARY
REF NO: 18000096
Basic Salary R232 438.20 / R301 728.48 pa
Grade: 07
Job Purpose: Co-ordinates activities and requirements associated through the application of administrative and secretarial procedures and execution associated with the communication, planning, prioritization and organization of critical, confidential and important appointments, events/functions and meetings and responsible for providing a complete secretarial and support service to the Director and Deputy Director.
Competencies: •Written Communication. •Oral Communication •Ethics & Professionalism. •Organisational Awareness • Business Functionality. •Use of Technology. •Data Processing & Analysis. •Interpersonal Relationships • Communication. •Resilience. •Change Readiness. •Learning Orientation.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent and an Administrative certificate. •2 Years relevant experience. • Computer Literacy.
ENERGY MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE
SENIOR CLERK
REF NO: 33000464
Basic Salary R192 271.68 / R249 585.48 pa
Grade: 06
Job Purpose: To open and track bid specifications files and issue and advertise bid documents.
Competencies: •Written communication. •Attention to detail. •Planning and organising. •Ethics and professionalism. •Business processes. •Use of technology. •Data processing & analysis. •Interpersonal relationships. •Resilience.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •1 Year relevant experience • Computer Literacy.
Special Conditions: • Must be a Supply Chain Management Official within 6 months of assuming duties.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Enermanage@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
SENIOR TECHNICIAN (SURVEY)
REF NO: 34006842
Basic Salary R462 393.60 / R600 186.12 pa
Grade: 12
Job Purpose: To oversee the survey function of the division in terms of producing accurate as built records for the GIS system as well as the provision of a field surveying service on multi-disciplinary construction projects.
Competencies: •Planning. •Organisational awareness. •Attention to detail. •Construction. •Project management. •Service delivery orientation. • Communication. •Service delivery orientation. •Communication. •Action and outcome orientation. •Cognitive ability. •Learning orientation. •Accountability and ethical conduct.
Essential Requirements: •National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Surveying. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •3 Years relevant experience.
Special Conditions: •The post of Senior Technician is interchangeable within the Department at the discretion of the Deputy Head.
Physical Requirements: •As required to fulfil the duties of the post.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Techservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
PRINCIPAL CLERK
REF NO: 34005360
Basic Salary R 232 438.20 / R 301 728.48 pa
Grade: 07
Job Purpose: Coordinates and controls the tasks/activities associated with functions of the branch.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •2 Years relevant experience. • Computer Literacy.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Techservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
ARTISAN (PLUMBER)
(LEVEL II)
REF NO: 34004814B/34011262B/Various
Basic Salary R 331 758.60 / R 430 640.16 pa
Grade: 10
Job Purpose: Co-ordinates and controls specialized/technical plumbing tasks/activities by organizing materials and issuing instructions and guidelines.
Competencies: •Managing Work. •Planning & Organising. •Quality Orientation. •Work Place 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). •Basic First Aid and Basic Safety certificate or to be completed within 6-12 months from date of appointment. •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code C1). •Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP). •3 years relevant post qualification experience.
Special Conditions:
1. Required to work in all weather conditions.
2. Required to work outside normal working hours during emergencies and planned overtime.
3. May be required to work shifts.
4. Required to work under unfavourable site conditions such as water-logged excavations and muddy conditions.
Physical Requirements: Be physically fit and able bodied.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Techservice@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday,
27/02/2026
PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE
DATA CAPTURER
REF NO: 31000890
Basic Salary R162 855.60 / R211 405.80 pa
Grade: 05
Job Purpose: Undertakes activities/tasks associated with the capturing of information, maintenance of statistical related information and recordkeeping application and, the provision of general office support.
Competencies: •Written Communication. •Planning and Organising. •Attention to Detail. •Use of Technology. • Data Processing and Analysis. •Resilience. •Learning Orientation. •Change readiness.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •3 Months relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
SUPPLY SIDE AND AREA-BASED MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE
EXECUTIVE SECRETARY
REF NO: 18000096
Basic Salary R232 438.20 / R301 728.48 pa
Grade: 07
Job Purpose: Co-ordinates activities and requirements associated through the application of administrative and secretarial procedures and execution associated with the communication, planning, prioritization and organization of critical, confidential and important appointments, events/functions and meetings and responsible for providing a complete secretarial and support service to the Director and Deputy Director.
Competencies: •Written Communication. •Oral Communication •Ethics & Professionalism. •Organisational Awareness • Business Functionality. •Use of Technology. •Data Processing & Analysis. •Interpersonal Relationships • Communication. •Resilience. •Change Readiness. •Learning Orientation.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent and an Administrative certificate. •2 Years relevant experience. • Computer Literacy.
ENERGY MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE
SENIOR CLERK
REF NO: 33000464
Basic Salary R192 271.68 / R249 585.48 pa
Grade: 06
Job Purpose: To open and track bid specifications files and issue and advertise bid documents.
Competencies: •Written communication. •Attention to detail. •Planning and organising. •Ethics and professionalism. •Business processes. •Use of technology. •Data processing & analysis. •Interpersonal relationships. •Resilience.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •1 Year relevant experience • Computer Literacy.
Special Conditions: • Must be a Supply Chain Management Official within 6 months of assuming duties.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Enermanage@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
SUPERVISOR DRIVER
REF NO: 33000614
Basic Salary R232 438.20 / R301 728.48 pa
Grade: 07
Job Purpose: To replenish Depot stores by transporting materials and equipment to and from Depot stores and Main Store.
Competencies: •Vehicle safety. •Driving behaviour. •Learning orientation. •Quality orientation. •Service delivery orientation. • Communication. • Interpersonal relationships. •Action orientation. •Team orientation.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 10 or equivalent. •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code EC). •Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP). •Valid Crane Operators Certificate. •Valid Forklift Operators Certificate. •2 Years relevant experience.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Enermanage@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday,27/02/2026
SENIOR CLERK (QUOTATIONS)
REF NO: 33007070
Basic Salary R 192 271.68 / R 249 585.48 pa
Grade: 06
Job Purpose: Provision of an administrative support to the Branch.
Competencies: •Written communication. •Attention to detail. •Planning and organising. •Ethics and professionalism. • Business processes. •User of technology. •Data processing & analysis. •Interpersonal relationships. •Resilience.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •1 Year relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.
Physical Requirements: •Physically capable of performing the duties assigned to the post.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Enermanage@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
DEPOT SUPERVISOR
REF NO: 33001840
Basic Salary R 331 758.60 / R 430 640.16 pa
Grade: 10
Job Purpose: To provide and supervise, a support service at the Depot to control equipment, non-stock material and certain Deport Labour resources.
Competencies: •Managing work. •Problem solving. •Planning and organising. •Quality orientation. •Workplace safety. • Discipline specific skills. •Service delivery orientation. •Customer orientation and customer focus. • Accountability and ethical conduct. • Team orientation.
Essential Requirements: •Trade Tested Artisan (Electrician). •In possession of a NTC2 or NCV3 in Electrical Engineering from a Further Education and Training College registered
with the Department of Education. •Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code EB or EC1) as applicable. •Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP). •Valid First Aid Certificate or be trained within 6 months from date of appointment. •Must pass a proficiency test set by the department to prove sufficient general knowledge in the relevant field. •2 Years relevant experience.
Special Conditions:
•40 hours, 5 day week. •Be prepared to work overtime. •Transfer/relocation to any of the Electricity Unit's depots or divisions as required. •Protective clothing as per the PPE schedule.
Physical Requirements: •Physically capable of carrying out the requirements of the post.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Enermanage@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
CANDIDATE ENGINEER
(4-YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT
REF NO: 33006940A/33006256A
Total Value of Remuneration Package R 883 361.00 / R 1 120 275.00 pa
Grade: 13
Job Purpose: Undergo training and perform work at the level of a Professional Engineer in all relevant technical areas of the low voltage (LV), medium voltage (MV) and high voltage (HV) networks.
Competencies: •Planning. •Organisational awareness. •Attention to Detail. •Design. •Project Management. •Construction • Operations and Maintenance. •Interpersonal Relationship. •Service delivery Orientation. •Action and Outcome Orientation. •Change readiness. •Learning orientation.
Essential Requirements: •Bachelor of Science Degree (NQF Level 8) in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering or Electronic Engineering. •Valid motor vehicle driving license or be able to obtain one within 6 months from date of appointment. •Registered as a Candidate Engineer in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering or Electronic Engineering with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) within 3 months of employment.
Special Conditions: Hours of Work: 40 hours, 5-day week. Transfer: Incumbents will be subject to transfer to any of the Unit'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. Must be able to climb ladders and lattice structures and work at heights. Must be able to physically lift heavy objects and equipment normally required during testing and commissioning procedures. Must have the necessary dexterity to work with tools and instruments.
Special conditions:
•An assessment and selection process will be used to select successful candidates for the candidate engineer training programme.
•In line with the Energy Management Directorate’s strategic objective to digitise its processes, special preference will be given to suitably qualified Computer Engineering candidates.
•Successful candidates will be engaged in a 4-year fixed term contract to undertake training as Candidate Engineers.
• Successful candidates in this programme will be required to meet the minimum standards of development/performance. Those not complying will be performance managed, with the possibility of termination of the programme if no improvements to meet the minimum standards are noted.
•Successful completion of this programme does not mean that the candidate has an inherent right to be placed or promoted to a permanent Engineer post.
To apply email to: eRecruit.Enermanage@durban.gov.za – closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH ND SAFETY DIRECTORATE
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH MEDICAL PRACTITIONER
REF NO: 65000028
Total Value of Remuneration Package R1 256 750.00 / R1 603 022.00 pa
Grade: 16
Job Purpose: To perform clinical and supervisory Management of Occupational Health services throughout the eThekwini Municipality so as to reduce employee exposure to workplace hazards and occupational disease.
Competencies: •Professionalism. •Medical Knowledge. •Interpersonal Relationships. •Communication. •Service Delivery Orientation. •Action and Outcome Orientation. •Resilience. •Change Readiness. •Cognitive Ability. •Learning Orientation. •Impact and Influence. • Team Orientation.
Essential Requirements: •Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) (NQF Level 8) or equivalent recognized by the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) • Diploma in Occupational Health (NQF Level 8) or equivalent acceptable to the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) •Current valid registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner. •Registration of Occupational Health as an additional qualification with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). •Dispensing certificate. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •6 years’ experience as a Medical Practitioner post qualification, of which 2 years must be in Occupational Health as an Occupational Health Medical Practitioner.
To apply email to: eRecruit. Corpservice@durban.gov.za– closing date is Friday, 27/02/2026
ENGINEERING SERVICES DIRECTORATE
SENIOR CLERK
REF NO: 36000100
Basic Salary R192 271.68 / R249 585.48 pa
Grade: 06
Job Purpose: Performs administrative accounting activities associated with the updating, verification and reconciliation of transactional information against system records and provides general office support in order to ensure instructions, reporting deadlines and outcomes are accomplished in accordance with laid down procedures.
Competencies: •written Communication. •Oral Communication. •Attention to Detail. •Ethics & Professionalism. •Planning & Organising. •Use of Technology • Data Processing & Analysis. •Service Delivery Orientation • Change Readiness •Learning Orientation. •Team Orientation.
Essential Requirements: •Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. •Valid motor vehicle driving license. •1 Year relevant experience. •Computer Literacy.