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KNYSNA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY
 

​Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified individuals with enthusiasm for the following career opportunity in our dynamic organisation: 
 
MANAGER: INTEGRATED WASTE MANAGEMENT 
DIRECTORATE: COMMUNITY SERVICES 
Task Level 16: R 675 120 to R876 120 (Basic Salary) 
R 954 786 to R1 214 691 (Total Cost to Council Package) 
(PERMANENT APPOINTMENT) 
Applicable Municipal benefits will apply. 
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: 
  • Relevant 4 Year tertiary qualification, preferably a B-Tech Degree in Environmental Health or equivalent related qualification 
  • 8 Years Relevant experience with a minimum of 3 years at supervisory level 
  • Registered with relevant professional body 
  • Peace Officer Certificate 
  • Driver’s License EB 
  • Computer Literacy (MS Office Suite) 
  • Compliance with the Municipal Minimum Competencies (MMC) or require same in terms of the exemption within 18 Months from date of appointment. 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS 
  • Manage, control and coordinate the operations of Integrated Waste Management services of the Knysna Municipality 
  • Managing and coordinating the elimination of waste by reducing the amount of waste produced in society and helping to eliminate the generation of harmful and persistent waste. (Waste Recycling) 
  • Managing and coordinating public awareness creation with regard to waste minimisation and recycling campaigns and general waste management 
  • Manages the formulation of specific contracts and tender documents and controls contractual obligations 
  • Manage Financial aspects of the Waste Management Division 
  • Management of Human Resources in the Division line with municipal policies and procedure as well as legislation 
  • Management of general administration of the division 
  • Monthly reporting by Division in compliance with various legislation 
  • Adhering to all safety and health practices and promote good housekeeping on an ongoing basis 
  • Co-ordinate specific waste management education and awareness initiatives associated with the key performance and result indicators of the functionality 
  • Provides operational budget, project management and Administration systems, processes and services 
  • Ensure a clean and healthy environment, through inspections related to illegal dumping in residential areas, open spaces and public facilities 
 
COMPETENCIES
CORE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES 
  • Communication; Attention to detail; Planning, Organising and Control; Conceptual Thinking; Evaluation and Research; Information Management; Project Management 
 
All applications will be considered, but in terms of its Employment Equity Target, the Municipality would prefer to appoint an African, Coloured Female or an Indian Male if a suitable candidate in that category can be identified.




​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), 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
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 044 3026307 or on email address: lphillips@knysna.gov.za.
 
Canvassing for appointment is strictly prohibited and any confirming thereof will disqualify the candidate. 
 
CLOSING DATE: 13 June 2025 
 
LULAMILE MAPHOLOBA 
MUNICIPAL MANAGER 
 
The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.