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MAKHADO LOCAL MUNICIPALITY
 
Makhado Municipality a dynamic equal opportunity and affirmation action employer hereby invites applications from suitable qualified candidates for the following positions.



DEPARTMENT: TECHNICAL SERVICES 
DIRECTOR: TECHNICAL SERVICES: Reference No: 5/3/4/4/36 
PERMANENT POSITION 
(In line with the New Municipal System Amendment Act 3 of 2022 which came into effect on the 01 November 2022) 
Total Remuneration Package: will be in terms of General Notice No 1224 of 2018 promulgated in Government Gazette No 48789 of 14 June 2023 which stipulates remuneration packages for Category 5 municipalities as follows: 
Total Remuneration package: Minimum R 1 103 033.00 
Total Remuneration package: midpoint R1 297 685.00 
Total Remuneration package: Maximum R 1 492 337.00 
 
Minimum Requirements: *Grade 12 Certificate. *Bachelor of Science/Degree in Engineering/BTech: Engineering or equivalent * Registration with a professional body ECSA and a Certificate Program in Municipal Development (CPMD) or Municipal Finance Management Program (MFMP) (minimum competencies) will be an added advantage* A valid Code B driver’s license. * Proficiency in Engineering Codes and Standards pertaining to Municipal Infrastructure Projects. Knowledge in electrical and civil services will be an added advantage. *Computer literacy in MS Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint. 
 
Experience: *Minimum of five (5) years proven relevant experience at Middle Management Level. 
 
Knowledge: *High level knowledge of project management, knowledge of infrastructure and civil engineering, decision-making capabilities, personnel motivation and leadership * Local government legislative framework: Municipal Finance Management Act, Municipal Structures and Systems Acts, etc. * Legal and policy frameworks in the Technical fields * Financial and performance management reporting. * Development of partnerships and management of stakeholder relations. 
 
Duties: *Develop, Implement, Monitor and control capital projects and contract administration. *Accountable for planning, maintenance and control of efficiency in operating Municipal Electricity Services. *Ensure the implementation of IDP strategic objectives of the department and the municipality. *Ensure legal compliance in terms of Occupational Health and Safety Act and other relevant legislations. *Manage Labor Intensive Projects in line with the Extended Public Works Programme (EPWP) framework and reporting requirements. *Manage related Municipal Infrastructure Grant (MIG) Programs. *Accountable for the development and maintenance of the Municipal roads and Infrastructure.


 


PLEASE NOTE: 
  1. It will be expected of candidates to be subjected to through evaluations. Previous and current employers and references will be contacted. Verifications will be done on Qualifications and criminal records. 
  2. The candidate will be required to disclose all financial interest. Original qualifications certificates must be produced upon enquiry and before appointment. 
  3. Appointment is subject to the signing of an employment contract and performance agreement. 
  4. The candidates recommended for appointment to the post of Director must undergo a competency assessment. 
 
Makhado Municipality is an equal opportunity employer upholding the Employment Equity Act 
 
NB: ALL SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL UNDERGO SECURITY CLEARANCE. 
 
Forward your application on the Council’s prescribed application form for senior managers which can be downloaded from www.makhado.gov.za or collected at 83 Krogh Street Civic Centre Makhado Municipality. Send comprehensive CV and certified copies of qualifications and Certified identity document to the Municipal Manager Private Bag X2596, LOUIS TRICHARDT, 0920 or hand delivered to 83 Krogh Street Makhado Civic Centre. 
By NO LATER THAN 16H00 ON TUESDAY 02 JANUARY 2024. 
 
APPLICATIONS SENT BY FACSIMILE/EMAIL WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED 
 
Enquiries can be directed to the Acting Human Resource Manager, Ms N S Nekhavhambe at telephone number 015 519 3250 or Municipal Manager Mr K M Nemaname at telephone number 015 519 3003. Council reserves the right not to make any appointment in the above-mentioned post. 
 
PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE CLOSING DATE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
 
Closing Date: 02/01/2024 
File No: 5/3/B 
Notice No: 173/2023
MR K M NEMANAME 
MUNICIPAL MANAGER