WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS AND DEVELOPMENT PLANNING 

 

APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

 

CLOSING DATE : 06 July 2026 

 

 

NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OTHER POSTS

 

 

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: CORPORATE SERVICE RELATIONS MANAGEMENT REF NO: EADP 12/2026 

SALARY : R932 292 - R1 098 195 per annum (Level 11), all-inclusive salary package 

CENTRE : Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Western Cape Government. 

 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); a minimum of 3 years middle management level working experience; a valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Business and organisational structure of the department; Departmental operational management systems and procedures; Corporate governance requirements, with particular reference to prescribed plans and committees; The provincial policies, service level agreement and service schedules in terms of which the working relationship with the Corporate Service Centre (CSC) is managed. The business of the CSC; Occupational health and safety legislation; Human rights issues pertinent to the Department; Human resources management systems are at a supervisory level. Skills needed: Communication (Written and verbal); Planning and organising; Basic research; Computer literacy; problem-solving; Conceptual, interpretative and formulation; analytical; networking; basic statistical and numerical. Ability to work under pressure; Meet deadlines, managerial skills and project management. Skills in the following: Numeracy; literacy; computer literacy; language skills; accounting, finance and audit; project management; legal administration; managerial skills; leadership skills; interpersonal skills; communication skills (written and verbal); analytical skills; problem-solving; decision-making; facilitation; presentation skills; conflict resolution; planning and organising; basic research skills and networking skills. 

 

DUTIES : Monitor, assess and report on the service delivery of the Corporate Service Centre (CSC) to the Department in terms of the Corporate Service Centre (CSC) service level agreement; Facilitate the periodic internal review of the Corporate Services Centre-service level agreement to ensure that the Department’s service delivery requirements are met; Coordinate departmental operational service delivery obligations as required by the CSC service level agreement, people management, and financial management. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr G Gerber Tel No: (021) 483 2787 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: ENVIRONMENTAL LEGAL SUPPORT SERVICES REF NO: EADP 12/2025 R1 

SALARY : R932 292 - R1 098 195 per annum (Level 11), all-inclusive salary package 

CENTRE : Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Western Cape Government. 

 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate LLB qualification; A minimum of 3 years post qualification appropriate experience; A minimum of 3 years management level experience. A valid (Code B or higher) driving license. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Environmental Legislation; Principles of environment management; Constitution of RSA and the Western Cape; Constitutional Law, administrative law, criminal procedure and law of evidence; Human resource and financial management. Skills needed: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc); Communication skill (written and verbal); Interpretation of legislation; Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Customer focus. 

 

DUTIES : Provide and manage standard litigation support services; Provide and manage standard functional and operational legal support and legislation; Scrutinise and comment on national and provincial legislation which impacts on the Department; Performance and information management and reporting; Manage the operation of the sub-directorate. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Adv G Birch Tel No: (021) 483 3113. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CONTROL ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER: DEVELOPMENTAL MANAGEMENT (REGION 1) REF NO: EADP 11/2026

SALARY : Grade A: R636 978 - R728 646 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 

CENTRE : Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Western Cape Government. 

 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 4-year degree (or equivalent qualification) in environmental management or natural or environmental science; registered as a candidate environmental assessment practitioner (EAP) or registered as an EAP with the Environmental Assessment Practitioners Association of South Africa (EAPASA) or meets the requirements for registration and has either already applied for registration or will by a certain date apply for registration (appointment will be conditional to actual registration with EAPASA by a specified date). A minimum of 6 years' relevant work experience; a valid (Code B) driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: The integrated environmental management process; Knowledge of EIA process applicable in the Western Cape; Knowledge of post-decision requirements, for example, amendment applications, ECO reports and Environmental Audit reports; Biophysical environment, social environment, cultural and heritage environment and the economic environment; The functioning of applicable environmental legislation, National and Provincial policies; Methodologies and techniques for the evaluation of Environmental Impact Assessments; Methodologies and techniques for the evaluation of environmental management plans, as well as environmental monitoring and auditing; Good working knowledge of policies, environmental-related legislation and environmental matters in the region; Functional knowledge on related sectors/fields, e.g., mining, agriculture, water, industry, forward planning, town and regional planning; and Public Service prescripts and HR related policies. Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc); Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Good communication (written and verbal) skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; Problem Solving.

 

DUTIES : Experience in maintaining quality and productivity with regard to the evaluation of applications in terms of the relevant environmental legislation; Experience and knowledge of methodologies and techniques for evaluation of environmental impact assessments, environmental management plans, as well as environmental monitoring, ECO and auditing; Supervisory experience and relevant knowledge of Integrated Environmental Management, including applicable legislation and policies; Knowledge and experience of post-decision requirements, for example, amendment applications, Environmental Audit reports and ECO reports; Maintain quality and productivity with regard to provision of comment on assigned non-applications; Leadership and relevant knowledge of assigned projects; Strong report writing skills as well as the ability to work with people and a team; Qualifications with respect to environmental management, natural or environmental sciences or related field. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr Z Toefy Tel No: (021) 483 2700 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TOWN AND REGIONAL PLANNER (PRODUCTION LEVEL): DEVELOPMENT PLANNING INTELLIGENCE MANAGEMENT AND RESEARCH REF NO: EADP 13/2026 

SALARY : Grade A: R660 612- R701 148 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 

Grade B: R761 157 - R816 852 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 

Grade C: R866 304 - R924 198 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 

CENTRE : Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Western Cape Government. 

 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate B-Degree in Urban/Town and Regional Planning or relevant qualification; A minimum of 3 years post qualification town and regional planning experience; Compulsory registration with SACPLAN as a Professional Town and Regional Planner on appointment; A valid code B (or higher) driving license. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Applied knowledge of methods and approaches in development planning intelligence management, innovation, technological advances (e.g. geospatial analysis and science and geodatabase workflows, development planning data analytics, AI development and application etc.); Project management and Research methods inclusive of primary research in the Town/City and Regional Planning and Development Planning; Knowledge of development planning, regional planning, spatial planning and land use management systems, principles, policies, and best practice; Knowledge of and application of transversal integrated and coordinated planning approaches and support at Municipal, National and other Western Cape Government organs of state with regard to development planning intelligence management services. 

 

DUTIES : Support to the Director: Development Planning Intelligence Management, Data Analytics & Research Services with the provision of Development Planning Intelligence Management and Research Services to all stakeholders in the Western Cape. Support to the Director: Development Planning Intelligence Management & Research with the provision of Land Use Planning & Data Governance Policy Co-ordination services. Support to the Director Development Planning Intelligence Management & Research with Project Management. Support to the Chief Directorate: Development Planning through the Director: Development Planning, Intelligence Management & Research with the provision of development facilitation services, development management services and spatial planning and land use management services as and when required. Support the director: development planning, intelligence management & research with strategic, operational and administrative tasks. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Ms H Jacobs Tel No: (021) 483 5167 and at 083 315 0137