KNYSNA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

 

 

 

Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified individuals with enthusiasm for the following career opportunity in our dynamic organisation: 

 

TRAFFIC OFFICER (SPEED VIOLATIONS) X3 

DIRECTORATE: COMMUNITY SERVICES 

Task Level 10: R 309 240 to R 401 376 (Basic Salary) 

(FIXED TERM CONTRACT APPOINTMENT FOR A PERIOD OF THREE (3) YEARS) 

Applicable Municipal benefits will apply. 

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: 

·       Grade 12 

·       Traffic Diploma (Basic Training) 

·       2-5 years’ relevant experience 

·       Valid Code EB driver licence 

·       Police clearance – no criminal record 

·       Basic Computer Literacy 

·       Physical fitness 

·       Knowledge of National Road Traffic Act 

·       Excellent Knowledge of the “BATHO PELE” Principles 

·       Be prepared to work overtime and flexi hours 

·       Firearm proficiency 

·       Proficient in at least two of the official languages of the Western Cape 

 

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: 

·       Traffic Law Enforcement 

·       Traffic control (Point duty) 

·       Emergency calls (accidents, disasters, etc.) 

·       Enforcement of Municipal by-laws 

 

COMPETENCIES

CORE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES 

·       Community and Customer focus; Problem solving; Negotiation and Influencing; Resilience; Communication; Ethics and Professionalism.

·       All applications will be considered, but in terms of its Employment Equity Target, the Municipality would prefer to appoint a Coloured Female. Should candidates in the aforementioned category not be identified, white females will also be considered. 

 

 

PLEASE NOTE: (Failure to comply with the below will result in disqualification) 

·       All applications MUST be on a Knysna Municipal Application form (https://www.knysna.gov.za/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Knysna-Municipality-New-Job-Application-From.pdf) accompanied by a comprehensive CV with certified copies of qualifications (not older than 6 months), copy of ID, copies of training, experience, competency and previous employment record must accompany applications. 

·       Application forms are obtainable from the Municipal website: www.knysna.gov.za. Completed applications should be forwarded via email to: vacanciescommunity@knysna.gov.za

·       It would be expected of candidates to be subjected to thorough evaluations and that previous and current employers and references will be contacted. Verification will be done on his/her qualifications, criminal and credit record. The candidate will be required to disclose all financial interests. 

·       Correspondence will ONLY be entered into with shortlisted candidates. Should candidates not be contacted within three months after the closing date, they may accept their application as unsuccessful. 

·       For enquiries, contact the Human Resources Office at 044 302 6418 or 044 302 6419. 

 

Canvassing for appointment is strictly prohibited and any confirming thereof will disqualify the candidate. 

 

CLOSING DATE: 4 MAY 2026 

 

DR RICHARD MARTIN 

ACTING MUNICIPAL MANAGER 

 

The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified individuals with enthusiasm for the following career opportunity in our dynamic organisation: 

 

SUPERVISOR / DRIVER 

DIRECTORATE: COMMUNITY SERVICES - WASTE MANAGEMENT 

Task Level 7: R216 744 to R281 328 (Basic Salary) 

R366 062 to R449 573 (Total Cost to Council Package) 

(PERMANENT APPOINTMENT) 

Applicable Municipal benefits will apply. 

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: 

·       Grade 12 – NQF 4 or equivalent technical qualification 

·       Valid Driver’s licence Code 14 plus proficiency certificate for operating truck mounted equipment 

·       Minimum 3 years relevant experience 

·       Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) permitting driving public transport and heavy- duty vehicles 

·       Basic Computer Literacy: MS Word/ Excel 

·       Must have basic knowledge of OHS procedures 

·       Work overtime and stand by when required 

·       Required to work in all weather conditions 

·       Proficient in at least two of the official languages of the Western Cape 

 

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: 

·       Drive a waste compactor truck on a specific route according to predetermined route charts to remove large-scale waste bins and domestic and garden waste 

·       Driving and manoeuvring the vehicles and engaging controls to operate mechanisms to facilitate specific sequences to load and unload domestic business waste (Wheelie Bins) 

·       Responsible for ensuring that the waste compactor truck is cleaned daily and kept in a roadworthy condition, additionally reporting any faults to the immediate superior/ fleet manager 

·       Inspecting safely devices, controls, lubricant levels, etc. on vehicles and report defects to the immediate superior 

·       Receiving instructions/ work orders from the immediate superior and/ or communicating with the immediate superior to establish details of tasks (vehicle, materials, and personnel) 

·       Ensure instructions and departmental procedures are complied with and Occupational Health and Safety rules adhered to, enabling uninterrupted functionality and the accomplishment of productivity targets/ standards 

·       Recording the relevant information (quantitative/ qualitative) and/ or details of activities 

·       Complete job cards relating to work activities 

·       Ensure that all administrative functions are carried out according to guidelines 

·       The ability to treat customers with the necessary respect and dignity and address customer enquiries and expectations in a professional manner 

·       Additional Duties – The duties listed in this job description are not exhaustive, and the employer is entitled to instruct the employee at any time to carry out additional duties which are in line with the job description, or in accordance with operational requirements 

 

COMPETENCIES

CORE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES 

·       Manage work; Workplace safety; Supervisory skills; interpersonal skills; Oral and written communication skills 

 

All applications will be considered, but in terms of its Employment Equity Target, the Municipality would prefer to appoint a White Female. Should a suitable candidate in the aforementioned category Coloured females will also be considered. 

 

PLEASE NOTE: (Failure to comply with the below will result in disqualification) 

·       All applications MUST be on a Knysna Municipal Application form (https://www.knysna.gov.za/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Knysna-Municipality-New-Job-Application-From.pdf) accompanied by copy of ID, comprehensive CV with certified copies of qualifications (not older than 6 months), copies of training, experience, competency and previous employment record must accompany applications. 

·       Application forms are obtainable from the Municipal website: www.knysna.gov.za.

·       Completed applications should be forwarded to the Human Resources Department, P O Box 21, Knysna, 6570 or email: vacanciescommunity@knysna.gov.za

·       Correspondence will ONLY be entered into with shortlisted candidates. Should candidates not be contacted within three months after the closing date, they may accept their application as unsuccessful. 

·       For enquiries, contact the Human Resources Office at 044 302 6418 or 044 302 6419. 

 

Canvassing for appointment is strictly prohibited and any confirming thereof will disqualify the candidate. 

 

CLOSING DATE: 4 MAY 2026 

 

DR RICHARD 

MARTIN ACTING MUNICIPAL MANAGER 

 

The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified individuals with enthusiasm for the following career opportunity in our dynamic organisation: 

 

CHIEF CLERK: MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATIONS LICENSING & DRIVER LICENSES 

DIRECTORATE: COMMUNITY SERVICES 

Task Level 10: R309 240 to R401 376 (Basic Salary) 

R485 665 to R604 803 (Total Cost to Council Package) 

(PERMANENT APPOINTMENT) 

Applicable Municipal benefits will apply. 

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: 

·       Grade 12 

·       8 years’ relevant Natis Experience 

·       2 years Natis System supervision experience 

·       Good administration skills 

·       Computer Literacy: MS Office 

·       No previous convictions 

·       Proficient in English and at least one other official language of the Western Cape 

 

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: 

·       Processing Vehicle License & Renewals 

·       Public Enquiries 

·       Cashier Duties 

·       Reconciliation of Payments 

·       Administration & Document Recording 

·       Filing

·       General Administration 

·       Supervisory Duties 

 

COMPETENCIES

CORE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES 

·       Written Communication, Oral Communication, Attention to Detail, Influencing, Organizational Awareness, Problem Solving, Planning & Organising. 

 

 

All applications will be considered, but in terms of its Employment Equity Target, the Municipality would prefer to appoint a White Female. Should candidates in this category not be identified, Coloured Females will also be considered. 

 

PLEASE NOTE: (Failure to comply with the below will result in disqualification) 

·       All applications MUST be on a Knysna Municipal Application form (https://www.knysna.gov.za/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Knysna-Municipality-New-Job-Application-From.pdf) accompanied by a comprehensive CV with certified copies of qualifications (not older than 6 months), copy of ID, copies of training, experience, competency and previous employment record must accompany applications. 

·       Application forms are obtainable from the Municipal website: www.knysna.gov.za. Completed applications should be forwarded via email to: vacanciescommunity@knysna.gov.za

·       It would be expected of candidates to be subjected to thorough evaluations and that previous and current employers and references will be contacted. Verification will be done on his/her qualifications, criminal and credit record. The candidate will be required to disclose all financial interests. 

·       Correspondence will ONLY be entered into with shortlisted candidates. Should candidates not be contacted within three months after the closing date, they may accept their application as unsuccessful. 

·       For enquiries, contact the Human Resources Office at 044 302 6418 or 044 302 6419. 

 

Canvassing for appointment is strictly prohibited and any confirming thereof will disqualify the candidate. 

 

CLOSING DATE: 30 APRIL 2026 

 

DR RICHARD MARTIN 

ACTING MUNICIPAL MANAGER 

 

The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.