Vacancies_ Closing12 February 2021

KOUGA MUNICIPALITY (EC 108)

NOTICE NO: 11/2021 

VACANCIES

Kouga Municipality, an equal opportunity employer which subscribes to the principle of affirmative action, awaits applications for the appointment in the following vacancy:

PROCESS CONTROLLER: WATER WORKS: HANKEY GAMTOOS

REQUIREMENTS:

• Plant Operators Certificate Class I or equivalent;
• 2 years relevant experience;
• Proven technical/ analytical ability in a water plant;
• Ability to work independently without constant supervision;
• Ability to operate necessary water plant equipment;
• Good communication skills;
• Good supervisory skills;
• Must be medically Fit;
• Must be able to speak, read and write in at least two of the official languages in Kouga Municipality (Afrikaans, English, and Xhosa).

SALARY:                                                   R137 228.25 – R178 143.00 Per Annum

TASK:                                                       6

DUTIES:

• Monitors the execution of specific applications related to the Water Treatment Plant;
• Monitors the cleaning of operating units and attends to the disposal of waste;
• Coordinates and controls the tasks/ activities of the general workers and allocates and prioritizes outcomes;
• Performing specific administrative and reporting requirements associated with the key performance and result indicators of the functionality;
• Communicates technical operational information on outcomes, current developments, problems and constraints.
• Record keeping
• Work shifts and overtime

ARTISAN ASSISTANT: FLEET

REQUIREMENTS:

• Relevant NQF level 5 qualification or equivalent;
• 3 years relevant experience;
• Relevant short courses – (in house or outsourced);
• Code EB driving license;
• Attention to detail;
• Ability to work under pressure;
• Good communication skills;
• Good supervisory skills;
• Must be medically fit;
• Must be able to speak, read and write in at least two of the official languages in Kouga Municipality (Afrikaans, English, and Xhosa).

SALARY:                                                   R165 903.00 – R215 334.75 Per Annum

TASK:                                                       7

DUTIES:

• Undertakes mechanical tasks associated with mechanical repair and maintenance works;
• Performs tasks/ activities associated with controlling personnel performance, productivity and discipline within the functionality;
• Monitors the cleaning of the workshop and attends to the storage and safekeeping of mechanical tools;
• Performs specific activities associated with communications and providing support to line functions.

SUPERVISOR ROADS: JEFFREYS BAY

REQUIREMENTS:

• Relevant NQF 5 Qualification or equivalent;
• 5 years relevant experience;
• Code C1 driving license with PrDP;
• Attention to detail;
• Ability to work under pressure;
• Good supervisory skills;
• Good communication skills;
• Must be medically fit;
• Must be able to speak, read and write in at least two of the official languages in Kouga Municipality (Afrikaans, English, and Xhosa).

SALARY:                                                   R236 780.25 – R307 313.25 Per Annum

TASK:                                                       10

DUTIES:

• Performs specific tasks/ activities at the depot prior to and on completion of allocated maintenance assignments;
• Completes internal transactional documentation ( e.g tally sheets, log sheets ,progress report etc)and relates forms( vehicle checklists);
• Coordinates and controls tasks/ activities associates with controlling personnel performance, productivity and discipline within the functionality;
• Allocates, monitors and controls road repair and construction work at specific sites;
• Performs specific tasks associated with roads construction, installation and general maintenance type work;
• Performs specific tasks associated with operation of heavy and/ or specialized vehicles during road and storm water drainage construction activities;
• Performs specific activities associated with communications and providing support to line functions.     

3 x FIRE FIGHTERS

REQUIREMENTS:                                           

• Fire Fighter 1 and Hazmat Awareness & Fire Fighter 2 and Hazmat Operational;
• BAC with Current HPCSA registration;
• Code C1 driving license;
• 1 year relevant experience;
• Attention to detail;
• Good communication skills;
• Ability to work under pressure;
• Ability to work in a team
• Must be able to speak, read and write in at least two of the
• official languages in Kouga Municipality (Afrikaans, English, and Xhosa).

SALARY:                                                           R165 903.00 – R215 334.75 Per Annum

TASK:                                                                7

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:                        

• The successful incumbent must be able to work shifts, overtime and perform standby duties;
• Must be prepared to work at any fire station within the area of the Authority having Jurisdiction, in accordance with Departmental policies;

DUTIES:

• Responds to fire and emergency incidents perform acts/ operations under the supervision of the Senior Fire Fighter to neutralize the threat of fire or other danger;
• Performs specific activities with communications and providing support to line functions;
• Undertaking protection duty by standing by potentially life or property threatening incidents and events with appropriate equipment as directed by supervisors to minimize the risk to life and property;
• Conducting the maintenance and inspection of fire hydrants under the supervision of the supervisor, to ensure easily identification and smooth operation during emergencies;
• Receiving instructions on matters pertaining operational functions, work sequences, queries and priorities.

BENEFITS:          As per standard conditions of service;

Applicants must submit a formal application form and a comprehensive CV, certified copy of qualifications, identity document and drivers license. Applications must be submitted electronically as one PDF document to recruitment@kouga.gov.za. Application forms can be obtained from the Municipal website, www.kouga.gov.za and must reach the Human Resource Manager on or before Friday, 12 February 2021 at 12:00.

For any enquiries contact Mr. B Faulkner: 042 2002 200.

Disqualification:

Please note that the following can lead to disqualification:

1. Non-submission of originally certified copies of academic records.

2. Canvassing of councillors.

3. Submission of fraudulent qualifications and/ or documents.

NB: Please note that shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a vetting process. By applying for this position, the candidates agree to background checks being performed.

Preference will be given to applicants residing within the Kouga area of jurisdiction. 

The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Should you not hear from us within 30 days of closing date, kindly regard your application as being unsuccessful.

Kouga Municipality is an equal opportunity employer which subscribes to the principle of affirmative action, which is non-sexist, non-racist, non-discriminatory and based on merit.

MR. C DU PLESSIS                                                                                 P. O. BOX 21                                      

MUNICIPAL MANAGER                                                                        JEFFREYS BAY

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