Knysna Local Municipality Vacancies

KNYSNA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified individuals with enthusiasm for the following career opportunity in our dynamic organisation: PROCESS CONTROLLER X2 WATER TREATMENT WORKS (Sedgefield and Karatara) DIVISION: WATER AND SEWER DIRECTORATE: INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES Task Level 7: R227 040 to R294 696 (Basic Salary) R383 364 to R470 848 (Total Cost to Council Package) (PERMANENT APPOINTMENT) Applicable Municipal benefits will apply. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: ·       Grade 12 (or NTC III) plusOperators Certificate/ Water Treatment Practice N3/ Wastewater Treatment Practice N3/ completed Core Unit Standard from the appropriate NQF 4 Qualification or an Appropriate NQF 3. ·       Valid operator’s certificate from Department of Water and Sanitation (DWA Classification III) ·       1-2 years’ relevant experience ·       Valid Code EB Driver’s License ·       Physically healthy and fit ·       Should be able to lift and carry heavy objects- Less than 50kg ·       Eyesight, hearing should meet the basic requirements ·       Manual dexterity skills in laboratory manipulative techniques ·       Handling stress- Must have the mental stamina for dealing with stressful situations ·       Be able to work at heights ·       Proficient in English and at least one other official language of the Western Cape KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: ·       Perform analysis on drinking water, wastewater, reverse osmosis plant, desalination, springs and group water ·       Monitor and verifying good working order of various aspects of water and wastewater purification and reticulation processes ·       Perform specific administrative tasks/activities associated with the functionality and reporting malfunctions (defects) ·       General maintenance, cleaning and tidying of work area ·       Co-ordinate work to be performed and guide the activities of subordinate ·       Adhering to all safety and health practices and promote good housekeeping on an ongoing basis PROCESS CONTROLLER KARATARA WASTEWATER TREATMENT WORKS - Class D DIRECTORATE: INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES Task Level 6 R187 944 to R243 792 (Basic Salary) R332 565 to R405 026 (Total Cost to Council Package) (PERMANENT APPOINTMENT) Applicable Municipal benefits will apply. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: ·       Grade 12 (or NTC III) plusOperators Certificate/ Water Treatment Practice N3/ Wastewater Treatment Practice N3/ completed Core Unit Standard from the appropriate NQF 4 Qualification or an Appropriate NQF 3. ·       Valid operator’s certificate from Department of Water and Sanitation (DWA Classification III) ·       1-2 years’ relevant experience ·       Valid Code EB Driver’s License ·       Physically healthy and fit ·       Should be able to lift and carry heavy objects- Less than 50kg ·       Eyesight, hearing should meet the basic requirements ·       Manual dexterity skills in laboratory manipulative techniques ·       Handling stress- Must have the mental stamina for dealing with stressful situations ·       Be able to work at heights ·       Proficient in English and at least one other official language of the Western Cape KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: ·       Perform analysis on drinking water, wastewater, reverse osmosis plant, desalination, springs and group water ·       Monitor and verifying good working order of various aspects of water and wastewater purification and reticulation processes ·       Perform specific administrative tasks/activities associated with the functionality and reporting malfunctions (defects) ·       General maintenance, cleaning and tidying of work area ·       Co-ordinate work to be performed and guide the activities of subordinate ·       Adhering to all safety and health practices and promote good housekeeping on an ongoing basis COMPETENCIES CORE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES ·       Oral and Written Communication, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Planning and Organising, Attention to Details; Concern for Safety; Ethics and Professionalism All applications will be considered, but in terms of its Employment Equity Target, the Municipality would prefer to appoint Coloured Females. Should suitable candidate in this category not be identified White females will be considered. PLEASE NOTE: (Failure to comply with the below will result in disqualification) ·       All applications MUSTbe on a Knysna Municipal Application form () accompanied by a comprehensive CV with certified copies of qualifications , copy of ID, copies of training, experience, competency and previous employment record must accompany applications (certified copies must not be older than 6 months). ·       Application forms are obtainable from the Municipal website: www.knysna.gov.za. Completed applications should be forwarded via email to: vacanciesinfrastructure@knysna.gov.za ·       Candidates will be subjected to thorough evaluations and 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 of the closing date, they may consider their application unsuccessful. ·       For enquiries, contact the Human Resources Office at 044 302 6369. Canvassing for appointment is strictly prohibited, and any confirmation thereof will disqualify the candidate. CLOSING DATE: 20 NOVEMBER 2026 DR RICHARD MARTIN ACTING 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: ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN DIVISION: ELECTRICAL & MECHANICAL DIRECTORATE: INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES Task Level 11: R 382 464 to R 496 224 (Basic Salary) R 584 338 to R 731 436 (Total Cost to Council Package) (PERMANENT APPOINTMENT) Applicable Municipal benefits will apply. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: ·       National Diploma: Electrical Engineering ·       3-5 years’ experience in the Electrical Engineering field ·       NQF Level 5: Project Management would be an added advantage ·       1 year’ experience in the project management would be an added advantage ·       Valid Code B Public Driving License ·       Computer literacy: MS Office ·       Proficient in English and at least one other official language of the Western Cape KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: ·       Assist with project planning, implementation, monitoring and commission for Electrical and Mechanical projects ·       Perform complex administrative work, supervising and reporting tasks/ activities associated with the daily operations of the department ·       Manage and ensure that the procurement of goods and services within the department comply with Council’s Supply Chain Management policy and procedures ·       Provide technical services ·       Contributes to the integrity of the asset base COMPETENCIES CORE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES Planning; Organisational Awareness; Attention to Details; Design; Project Management; Communication; Resilience; Be prepared to work overtime/ attend meetings after normal office hours when required; The incumbent is required to be healthy and fit; Able to handle stressful situations. PLEASE NOTE: (Failure to comply with the below will result in disqualification) ·       All applications MUSTbe on a Knysna Municipal Application form () accompanied by a comprehensive CV with certified copies of qualifications , copy of ID, copies of training, experience, competency and previous employment record must accompany applications (certified copies must not be older than 6 months). ·       Application forms are obtainable from the Municipal website: www.knysna.gov.za. Completed applications should be forwarded via email to: vacanciesinfrastructure@knysna.gov.za ·       Candidates will be subjected to thorough evaluations and 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 of the closing date, they may consider their application unsuccessful. ·       For enquiries, contact the Human Resources Office at 044 302 6418 or 044 302 6419. Canvassing for appointment is strictly prohibited, and any confirmation thereof will disqualify the candidate. All applications will be considered, but in terms of its Employment Equity Target, the Municipality would prefer to appoint an African Male. Should a suitable candidate in this category not be identified Coloured females will be considered. CLOSING DATE: 20 NOVEMBER 2026 DR RICHARD MARTIN ACTING 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 SUPERINTENDENT- TREATMENT WORKS/ PUMP STATIONS/ MOTOR CONTROL CENTRES DIVISION: WATER AND SEWER DIRECTORATE: INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES Task Level 13: R 508 176 to R 659 520 (Basic Salary per annum) (FIXED TERM CONTRACT POSITION FOR 12 MONTH PERIOD) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: ·       Trade Tested Artisan or Technical/ Professional qualification ·       Computer Literacy: MS Office ·       5 years or more relevant experience in a Supervisory technical position ·       Code B Public Driving License ·       Own motor vehicle- The incumbent will be required to use his/ her own motor vehicle for official duties for which a claim for kilometres driven will be payable ·       Should be willing to work overtime. ·       Additional Duties- The duties listed in this job description are not exhaustive, and the employer is entitled to instruct the employee at any time to carry out additional duties which are in line with the job description, or in accordance with operational requirements. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: ·       To manage all operational and maintenance projects in the Section. ·       Manage, coordinate and control the repair and maintenance of mechanical, electrical and instrumentation (e.g. SCADA, Telemetry) on water and sewer infrastructure. ·       Manage the day-to-day functioning and administration of the Section. ·       The management of Human Resources in the Section in line with municipal policies and procedure as well as applicable legislation. ·       The assurance of a safe and healthy work environment for employees to perform their work safely. COMPETENCIES CORE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES ·       Problem Solving, Planning and Organising, Organisational Awareness, Analytical skills; Communication skills; Interpersonal Relations; Handling stress- Must have the mental stamina for dealing with stressful situations, Able to work at heights, physically healthy and fit. ·       All applications will be considered, but in terms of its Employment Equity Target, the Municipality would prefer to appoint an African Male. Should a suitable candidate in this category not be found Coloured Females will also be considered. PLEASE NOTE: (Failure to comply with the below will result in disqualification) All applications MUST be on a Knysna Municipal Application form () accompanied by a comprehensive CV with certified copies of qualifications, copy of ID, (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 to the Human Resources Department, P O Box 21, Knysna, 6570 or email: vacanciesinfrastructure@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 (044) 3026369. Canvassing for appointment is strictly prohibited and any confirming thereof will disqualify the candidate. CLOSING DATE: 16 NOVEMBER 2026 DR RICHARD MARTIN ACTING MUNICIPAL MANAGER The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.