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KNYSNA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY
 
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Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified individuals with enthusiasm for the following career opportunity in our dynamic organisation: 
 
SUPERINTENDENT ROADS AND STORM WATER (WEST) 
DIRECTORATE: INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES 
Task Level 12: R430 992 to R559 272 (Basic Salary) 
R643 098 to R808 972 (Total Cost to Council Package) 
(PERMANENT APPOINTMENT) 
Applicable Municipal benefits will apply. 
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: 
  • Nated Diploma in Civil Engineering or related equivalent 
  • 3- 5 years’ relevant experience 
  • Valid Code EB Driver’s License 
  • Computer Literacy: MS Office 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: 
  • Co-ordinate and control the construction, repair and maintenance of roads, tar sidewalks and storm water drainage systems 
  • Co-ordinate and control tasks/ activities associated with controlling personnel performance, productivity and discipline 
  • Performs specific administrative tasks/ activities associated with operations within area 
  • Draws up operational work plans and maintenance programs 
  • Supervision over subordinate staff 
  • Works independently within works/ maintenance program and with regular report-backs to the Manager 
  • Ensures a safe and healthy work environment for employees within the section 
 
COMPETENCIES
CORE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES 
  • Problem Solving; Planning and Organising; Organisational Awareness 
 
All applications will be considered, but in terms of its Employment Equity Target, the Municipality would prefer to appoint a Coloured, Indian, White Female or an African, 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: vacanciesinfrastructure@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 6419 or on email address lphillips@knysna.gov.za.
 
Canvassing for appointment is strictly prohibited and any confirming thereof will disqualify the candidate. 
 
CLOSING DATE: 8 AUGUST 2025 
LULAMILE MAPHOLOBA 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: 
 
SUPERINTENDENT WATER AND WASTEWATER RETICULATION 
DIRECTORATE: INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES 
Task Level 12: R430 992 to R559 272 (Basic Salary) 
R643 098 to R808 972 (Total Cost to Council Package) 
(PERMANENT APPOINTMENT) 
Applicable Municipal benefits will apply. 
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: 
  • Nated Diploma in Civil Engineering (Water and Sewer environment) or relevant equivalent 
  • 3- 5 years’ relevant experience 
  • Valid Code EB Driver’s License 
  • Computer Literacy: MS Office 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: 
  • Co-ordinate, plan and direct the construction, repair and maintenance of water and sewer infrastructure of the Knysna depot 
  • Co-ordinate and control tasks/ activities associated with controlling personnel performance, productivity and discipline 
  • Performs specific administrative tasks/ activities associated with operations within area 
  • Draws up operational work plans and maintenance programs 
  • Supervision over subordinate staff 
  • Works independently within works/ maintenance program with regular report- backs to the Manager 
  • Ensures a safe and healthy work environment for employees within the section 
 
COMPETENCIES
CORE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES 
  • Problem Solving; Planning and Organising; Organisational Awareness 
 
 
All applications will be considered, but in terms of its Employment Equity Target, the Municipality would prefer to appoint a Coloured, Indian, White Female or an African, 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: vacanciesinfrastructure@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 6419 or on email address lphillips@knysna.gov.za.
 
Canvassing for appointment is strictly prohibited and any confirming thereof will disqualify the candidate. 
 
CLOSING DATE: 8 AUGUST 2025 
LULAMILE MAPHOLOBA 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: 
 
SENIOR PROCESS CONTROLLER- WATER TREATMENT AND PURIFICATION (WEST) 
DIRECTORATE: INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES 
Task Level 11: R365 112 to R473 712 (Basic Salary) 
R557 911 to R698 338 (Total Cost to Council Package) 
(PERMANENT APPOINTMENT) 
Applicable Municipal benefits will apply. 
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: 
  • Grade 12 or relevant post matric qualification preferably a NTC 3 in Water Treatment or Wastewater treatment 
  • Trade related qualification: Operators certificate/ Wastewater Treatment practice (N3) 
  • 2 - 5 years’ relevant experience 
  • Valid Code EB Driver’s License 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: 
  • Monitor and Control procedural applications associated with the operations and functionality of waste water treatment plants 
  • Co-ordinate specific administrative and reporting requirements associated with the key performance and result indicators of the functionality 
  • Co-ordinances and control tasks/ activities associated with controlling personnel performance, productivity and discipline 
  • Demonstrated knowledge and exposure to process functionally Waste Treatment Plant/ Waste Water Treatment Works and associated installations 
  • Demonstrated knowledge and exposure to plant performance and system functionality and recording and reporting outcomes 
  • Supervision over subordinate staff 
  • Ensures a safe and healthy work environment for employees within the section 
 
COMPETENCIES
CORE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES 
  • Oral Communication; Written Communication; Problem Solving; Decision Making; Planning and Development; Ethics and Professionalism 
 
 
All applications will be considered, but in terms of its Employment Equity Target, the Municipality would prefer to appoint an African, Coloured, Indian, White 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: vacanciesinfrastructure@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 6419 or on email address lphillips@knysna.gov.za.
 
Canvassing for appointment is strictly prohibited and any confirming thereof will disqualify the candidate. 
 
CLOSING DATE: 8 AUGUST 2025 
 
LULAMILE MAPHOLOBA MUNICIPAL MANAGER 
 
The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.