GERT SIBANDE DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY

Requirements:•  A degree in Civil Engineering (NUT level 7) or any other accredited qualification for registration as a  Civil Engineering Technologist with the Engineering Council of South Africa • Registration as an Engineering Technologist  or Professional Engineer in terms of the Engineering Profession Act, 2000 • Code ER driver's licence • A minimum of  4 years' appropriate and relevant experience in transport engineering • Complex problem-solving skills, i.e. identifying  complex problems and reviewing misted intonation to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions • Critical  thinking, is using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or  approaches to problems • Systems analysis, i.e. determining how a system should work  operations and the environment will affect outcome • Quality control analysis, i.e. conducting tests and inspections of  and how changes in conditions, products, services, or processes to evaluate qualify or performance.
 
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CHIEF TOWN AND REGIONAL PLANNER
Salary scale: R541 305-R702 646 per annum excl. benefits (Task Grade: TK16)
(Ref. MPDC30/PED/0)
 
Requirements:•  A degree in Town and Regional Planning and registration as a Professional Planner in terms of the Planning  Professions Act, 32 of 2002 • Knowledge of GIS • A minimum of 4 years' appropriate and relevant experience in town planning,  2 of which must have been at Middle Management level • Code EB driver's licence • proven ability to manage staff • Sound  management skills • Good report-writing skills • Proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint Internet and e-mail • Proficiency in  settlement history and theory, planning theory, planning sustainable cities and regions, urban planning and place making, rural  planning, regional development and planning • Proficiency in public policy, institutional and legal frameworks, environmental  planning and management, transportation planning and systems, land use and infrastructure planning, integrated development planning, land economics, social thanes related to planning and development and research.
 
 
 
 
 
Department Community and Social Services
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH PRACTITIONERS  (2 POSTS)
Salary scale: R328 976-R427 021 per annum excl. benefits (Task Grade: TK12)
(Ref. MPDC30/CSS/0)
 
Requirements: •  National Diploma in Environmental Health (NQF Level 5) • Registration with the Health Professions Council  of SA • Registration as a Peace Officer will be an added advantage • 1-3 years' relevant experience • Excellent working  knowledge of environmental health legislation and its application • Competence in report-writing and verbal communication • The ability to negotiate and resolve complex problems • Attention to detail *Assertiveness when addressing compliance issues • The ability to work independently.
 
 
 
 
 
Department Infrastructure and Technical Services
SENIOR LABORATORY TECHNICIAN:  CHEMISTRY
Salary scale: R278 644-R361 712 per annum excl. benefits (Task Grade: TK11)
(Ref. MPDC30/ITS/007)
 
Requirements: • A BSc degree or NO in Analytical Chemistry • 3 years' laboratory experience and at least 1 year in a water laboratory • Computer literacy. Experience in LIMS and in a 17025-accredited and GLP environment will be an  added advantage.
 
Purpose of the job: Undertake chemical analyses of samples using standard operating procedures and validated  technical methods for the provision of accurate, timeous and cost-effective results that meet accreditation and customer  requirements. In addition, assist the Section Manager in coordination of activities within the section to ensure efficient and  effective operations.
 
 
 
 
Department: Corporate Services
CHIEF SKILLS DEVELOPMENT  FACILITATOR
Salary scale: R278 644-R361 712 per annum excl. benefits (Task Grade: 11)
(Ref. MPDC30/CORP/025)
 
Requirements: • A diploma/degree in Human Resource Management/B.Ed degree at NQF  level 6 and 3 years' relevant  experience • Computer literacy (MS Office applications) • A training background • Presentation skills • Communication  skills • Knowledge of the Skills Development Act • Report-writing skills will serve as strong recommendations • A valid  Code EB (08) driver's licence.
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
(Re-advertisement)
Salary scale: R370 394-R480 770 per annum excl. benefits (Task Grade: 13)
(Ref. MPDC30/ITS/0)
 
Requirements: • BSc or BTech in Civil Engineering or equivalent relevant qualification • Registered candidate  with the Engineering Council of South Africa (proof must be supplied) •  Valid Code 08 driver's licence • 3 years' relevant experience  in construction/operation and maintenance in a municipal environment • Project management, contract management and  financial management skills will serve as strong recommendations • Written and verbal communication skills • Presentation  and facilitation skills • Computer literacy.

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As part  of the selection process, candidates may be tested on any requirement, skill or competency, which  will include pre-employment screening, security vetting and psychometric assessment.
 
NB:The posts are subject to security vetting and jab evaluation.
 
Interested persons meeting the requirements are requested to forward a covering letter (application letter), stating  clearly the position applied for, together with a detailed CV and certified copies of qualifications, to the General  Manager: Corporate Services, Ms NC Ndhlovu, Gert Sibande District Municipality, PG Box 1748, Ermelo 2350 on or before 13 September 2010 at 12:00.
 
Administrative enquiries should be directed to Ms Patricia Khanye at (017) 801-7037.
 
For more details on each post, please refer to our website: www.gsibande.gov.za
 
Please note that it is the responsibility  of the applicant to make sure that the application reaches our District offices on or  before the closing date mentioned above.
 
Should you not receive a response within 30 days of the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your application unsuccessful.
 
Mr CA Habile - Municipal Manager