Breede Valley Local Municipality Jobs

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FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT INTERNS

(EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT)
DIRECTORATE: FINANCIAL SERVICES
DIVISION: FINANCIAL SERVICES
SECTION: FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT INTERNS
LOCATION: WORCESTER

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT INTERN
REMUNERATION: R 100 000,00 per annum (No additional benefits or allowances will be
payable)
CONTRACT PERIOD: 3-year fixed term contract
Ref: FS/FMI/0325

Job Purpose: Assistance with adherence to GRAP principles and budget procedures. Assist in the
development of statistical reporting modules. Assist in developing financial policies and procedures. Assist in the compilation of budgets, financial statements, and management reports. Assist with reconciliations and financial analyses; Electronic capturing of financial data; Other financial functions, including Asset management and insurance. Assist with Revenue and Income Management. Assist with Expenditure and Supply Chain Management. Any Finance-related administration. Rotation within the different departments over the period of internship.

Requirements: B. Comm degree, National Diploma or equivalent, preferably majoring in Accounting; Sound knowledge of General Recognized Accounting Practice (GRAP); Good verbal and written communication skills; Be computer literate and have knowledge of Microsoft Office Word and Excel applications.

PLEASE NOTE: Please read the below conditions carefully, only those who comply with the conditions will be considered

No late applications will be considered.
The Municipality is an equal opportunity employer and as such will observe the requirements of the Employment Equity Act and its EE plan
Note that BVM is using a Recruitment Portal which is an online portal.
Only online applications will be accepted.
To apply in assured confidence, please do so online via the Link: https://bvmjobs.mcidirecthire.com
When applying online: Please ensure that you fill in all required Fields.
Also attach an updated CV (Including details of at least 3 contactable WORK REFERENCES and the relevant numbers), certified copies of qualifications, and covering letter.
Applicant with a foreign educational qualification must submit a certificate of verification by SAQA
Any candidate appointed at the Breede Valley Municipality will sign an employment and performance agreement that will be subject to probation monitoring and performance monitoring in accordance with the Local Government: Municipal Staff Regulations.
Candidates will be subjected to medical examination, prior appointment.
Candidates will be subjected to Practical Assessment.
For enquiries contact the Human Resources Office at 023 348 4961 or on email address: jobs@bvm.gov.za
Canvassing with Councillors or any other decision-maker is not permitted, and proof thereof will result in disqualification.
Fraudulent qualifications documentation will immediately disqualify any applicant.
If you have not heard from us within 60 days of the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

All applications should reach us by 20 March 2025 at 13:00.

GENERAL ASSISTANT x 2

(INTERNAL & EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT)
DIRECTORATE: PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT & INTERGRATED SERVICES
DIVISION: WATER SERVICES
SECTION: NETWORKS AND TOWNS
LOCATION: WORCESTER

GENERAL ASSISTANT x 2 (PERMANENT)
BASIC SALARY: R 124 155.90 – R 146 584.16 per annum [T3]
TOTAL COST TO COUNCIL: R 177 208 – R 206 367 per annum
(Inclusive of Municipal benefits: Group Life Scheme, Pension Fund etc.)
Ref: PDIS/WS/NAT/0325

Job Purpose: Performs labouring activities associated with providing support during the installation,
repair and maintenance of water systems and sewer networks by using hand held tools to excavate
defined areas, laying of pipes and lines, cleaning or clearing obstructions and overgrown vegetation
interfering with the systems and the loading and unloading of rubble on vehicles.

Duties:

Receiving instructions/ guidance from the Supervisor and attends to the preparation of work site.
(e.g., placing road signage, loading/off-loading equipment, tools, etc) and/ or fastening slings/
ropes and guiding/ holding material/ equipment during the loading/off-loading sequence.
Providing support to the Artisan during the marking off of work area/ site holding measuring tapes
and inserting level indicators.
Excavating and backfilling trenches to defined levels using handheld tools (e.g., spade, picks,
etc.).
Connect new water meter.
Place sewerage rods into pipes and connect to rotating machine.
Repair broken pipes at the pump station and disconnect sewerage pumps
Remove excess soil, plant back grass and garden plants and fill up with top soil.
Removing and washing off debris from tools and equipment.
Physically loading materials and other products and/ or holding and guiding plant/ equipment
during the hoisting and placement.
Adhere to Health and Safety regulations.

Minimum Requirements:

Grade 8
1 year relevant experience in Water & Sewerage Networks.
Proficient in at least two (2) of the three (3) official languages in the Western Cape.

Competencies: (For a detailed description of competencies, read competency level 2 from page
522 of the Competency Framework on our website / on this link

https://bvm.gov.za/download/municipal-staff-regulations-competency-framework/ )

Functional/ Professional Competencies: Managing work, Workplace safety, Task Accountability,
Quality Orientation, Oral communication
Public Service Orientation Competencies: Service delivery orientation, Interpersonal relationships,
Communication
Personal Competencies: Action orientation, Resilience, Accountability and ethical conduct,
Learning orientation, Impact and influence, Team orientation

PLEASE NOTE: Please read the below conditions carefully, only those who comply with the
conditions will be considered

No late applications will be considered.
The Municipality is an equal opportunity employer and as such will observe the requirements of the Employment Equity Act and its EE plan
Note that BVM is using a Recruitment Portal which is an online portal.
Only online applications will be accepted.
To apply in assured confidence, please do so online via the Link: https://bvmjobs.mcidirecthire.com
When applying online: Please ensure that you fill in all required Fields.
Also attach an updated CV (Including details of at least 3 contactable WORK REFERENCES and the relevant numbers), certified copies of qualifications, and covering letter.
Applicant with a foreign educational qualification must submit a certificate of verification by SAQA
Any candidate appointed at the Breede Valley Municipality will sign an employment and performance agreement that will be subject to probation monitoring and performance monitoring in accordance with the Local Government: Municipal Staff Regulations.
Candidates will be subjected to medical examination.
Candidates will be subjected to Practical Assessment.
For enquiries contact the Human Resources Office at 023 348 4961 or on email address: jobs@bvm.gov.za
Canvassing with Councillors or any other decision-maker is not permitted, and proof thereof will result in disqualification.
Fraudulent qualifications documentation will immediately disqualify any applicant.
If you have not heard from us within 60 days of the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

All applications should reach us by 20 March 2025 at 13:00

MANAGER: ELECTRICAL SERVICES

DIRECTORATE: ENGINEERING SERVICES
DIVISION: ELECTRO-TECHNICAL SERVICES
LOCATION: WORCESTER

MANAGER: ELECTRICAL SERVICES
(PERMANENT)
SALARY: R 649 321.79 – R 842 836.05 per annum (T16)
TOTAL COST TO COUNCIL: R 1 092 123 – R 1 341 607 per annum

Ref: ES/ETS/0325

Job Purpose: Manage, control and evaluate the Electrical Services Department by providing a
sustainable, affordable, safe, efficient and good quality continuous electrical supply. Provide effective
service delivery in electrical engineering in compliance with the necessary standards, policies, standard
operating procedures and other related electrical supply industry legislation

Duties: Directs and controls the professional, technical and operational outcomes associated with the
functions related to electrical distribution management ● Manage and controls the technical and
operational outcomes associated with the different electrical sub-sections of the Electrical Services
Division ● Manages, monitor, measure and report on departmental project activities ● Manages the
formulation of tender documents and controls contractual obligations ● Contribute to the development
and evaluation of operational strategy and performance outcomes associated with renewable energy
systems ● Attend meetings and contribute to Municipal strategy and policy – making as required ● Liaise
and provide specialized technical information and remedial actions ● Prepares capital and operational
estimates and controls expenditure against the approved budget allocations ● Establish and maintain
appropriate systems for measuring and controlling necessary aspects of financial resources ● Maintain
and share with colleagues/community as appropriate all relevant departmental administration
information ● Identify and direct the implementation of organizational/departmental strategies to
ensure service deliver objectives ● Directs and controls outcomes associated with service delivery
strategies within the Electrical Services section ● Establish, maintain and provide information and
supervision concerning health and safety policies and practices ● Respond to and follow up on all
internal and external customer complaints ● Manage, control and update relevant administrative data
using database, electronic applications ● Manage the implementation and adherence to Health and
Safety Act and regulations

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Appropriate B Degree or B.Tech Degree in Electrical Engineering or Equivalent (NQF Level 7)
Eligible for Professional Registration in terms of Act 46 of 2000, sec 18 (1)(a)(i) Professional Engineer
or sec 18 (1)(a)(ii) Professional Engineer Technologist and must complete required professional
registration within eight (8) months period from the date of appointment.
8 years or more relevant experience
Certificate of Competency as Electrical Engineer in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety
Act, 1993 and the Regulations concerning the Certificate of Competency, 1990
Computer skills (MS Office Applications).
Code B driver’s license
Must be able to communicate in at least two (2) of the three (3) official languages in the Western
Cape
Compliance with the National Treasury Regulations on the required Minimum Competency Level
Unit Standards applicable to this position, or must complete the unit standards within an eighteen
(18) months period from the date of appointment as provided for in GNR 1146 under GG 41996,
dated 26 October 2018

Competencies: (For a detailed description of competencies, read competency level 4 from page 173-
187 of the Competency Framework on our website / on this link

https://bvm.gov.za/download/municipal-staff-regulations-competency-framework/)
Functional / Professional Competencies: Discipline Specific Skills, Financial Management, People
Management, Planning & Organizing, Monitoring & Control, Organizational Awareness, Attention to
Detail, Direction Setting, Dispute Resolution, Problem Solving, Negotiation
Public Service Orientation Competencies: Interpersonal Relationships, Communication, Service Delivery
Orientation, Client Orientation & Customer Focus,
Personal Competencies: Action & Outcome Orientation, Resilience, Change Readiness, Cognitive
Ability, Learning Orientation, Accountability & Ethical Conduct.
Management / Leadership Competencies: Impact & Influence, Team Orientation.

PLEASE NOTE: Please read the below conditions carefully, only those who comply with the conditions
will be considered

No late applications will be considered.
The Municipality is an equal opportunity employer and as such will observe the requirements of the
Employment Equity Act and its EE plan
Only online applications will be accepted via the link: https://bvmjobs.mcidirecthire.com
When applying via the link above please ensure that you fill in all required fields.
Also attach an updated CV (Including details of at least three (3) contactable WORK REFERENCES and
the relevant numbers), certified copies of qualifications, and covering letter.
Applicant with a foreign educational qualification must submit a certificate of verification by SAQA
Any candidate appointed at the Breede Valley Municipality will sign an employment and performance
agreement subject to probation per the Local Government: Municipal Staff Regulations.
For enquiries contact the Human Resources Office at 023 348 4961 or by email address quoting above
mentioned reference at jobs@bvm.gov.za
Canvassing with Councillors or any other decision-maker is not permitted, and proof thereof will result in
disqualification.
Fraudulent qualifications documentation will immediately disqualify any applicant.
If you have not heard from us within sixty (60) days of the closing date, please accept that your
application has been unsuccessful.

All applications should reach us by 20 March 2025 before 13:00.

OPERATOR/ DRIVER (DIGGER LOADER)

DIRECTORATE : PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT & INTEGRATED SERVICES
DIVISION: PUBLIC WORKS
SECTION: CEMETERIES
LOCATION: WORCESTER

OPERATOR/ DRIVER (DIGGER LOADER) (PERMANENT)
BASIC SALARY: R 164 118. 15 – R 213 060.85 per annum [T06]
TOTAL COST TO COUNCIL: R 245 310 – R 308 756 per annum
(Inclusive of Municipal benefits: Group Life Scheme, Pension Fund etc.)
Ref: PDIS/PWC02/0325

Job Purpose: Operation of heavy mechanical plant and or specialized vehicles during parks and
cemeteries, solid waste, roads and storm water, water & sewage and electricity maintenance activities
and performs tasks/activities associated with the transportation of material/equipment and personnel
to and from sites.

Duties:

Communicating with the immediate superior on site and confirming requirements/ specifications.
Inspecting safety devices, controls, lubricant levels etc. on vehicles, heavy plant and reports defects
to the immediate superior.
Operate the front-end loader to execute timely solid waste duties.
Driving and manoeuvring heavy mechanical plant and engaging controls to operate mechanisms
for levelling purposes of dumped waste.
Controlling the utilization of covering materials in the process of covering dumped waste according
to the prescribed specifications.
Dig trenches and open broken water pipes, power cables, sewerage pipes and storm water
channels.
Referring to work schedules and registers to correct deviations in entries raised during processing.
Execute gravel fillings, asphalt at tar roads.
Level and cleaning the surface at the cemeteries.
Submitting all completed vehicle Log Sheets to the immediate superior for authorisation.
Adhere to Health and Safety in terms of Council`s Occupational and Health policy.

Minimum Requirements:

Grade 8
Valid Digger Loader Operator Certificate.
Valid Code B driver’s license
2 years relevant experience.
Good machine operating skills, Proficient in at least two (2) of the three (3) official languages in the
Western Cape.

Competencies: (For a detailed description of competencies, read competency level 3 (Mechanical
Plant) from page 7522 /707 of the Competency Framework on our website / on this link https://bvm.gov.za/download/municipal-staff-regulations-competency-framework/ )

Functional/ Professional Competencies:
Problem Solving, Planning and Organising, Organisational Awareness.
Functional Competencies: Discipline Specific Skills, People Management, Task Management,
Workplace Safety, Budgeting.
Public Service Orientation Competencies: Interpersonal Relationships, Communication, Service Delivery
Orientation.
Personal Competencies: Action and outcome orientation, Resilience, Accountability and Ethical
Conduct, Learning Orientation, Impact and Influence, Team Orientation
Management/Leadership Competencies: Direction Setting, Impact and Influence, Coaching and
Mentoring, Team Orientation.

PLEASE NOTE: Please read the below conditions carefully, only those who comply with the conditions will be
considered

No late applications will be considered.
The Municipality is an equal opportunity employer and as such will observe the requirements of the Employment
Equity Act and its EE plan
Note that BVM is using a Recruitment Portal which is an online portal.
Only online applications will be accepted.
To apply in assured confidence, please do so online via the Link: https://bvmjobs.mcidirecthire.com
When applying online: Please ensure that you fill in all required Fields.
Also attach an updated CV (Including details of at least 3 contactable WORK REFERENCES and the relevant numbers),
certified copies of qualifications, and covering letter.
Applicant with a foreign educational qualification must submit a certificate of verification by SAQA
Any candidate appointed at the Breede Valley Municipality will sign an employment and performance agreement
that will be subject to probation monitoring and performance monitoring in accordance with the Local Government:
Municipal Staff Regulations.
Candidates will be subjected to medical examination, prior appointment.
Candidates will be subjected to Practical Assessment.
For enquiries contact the Human Resources Office at 023 348 4961 or on email address: jobs@bvm.gov.za
Canvassing with Councillors or any other decision-maker is not permitted, and proof thereof will result in
disqualification.
Fraudulent qualifications documentation will immediately disqualify any applicant.
If you have not heard from us within 60 days of the closing date, please accept that your application has been
unsuccessful.

All applications should reach us by 20 March 2025 at 13:00.

PROCESS OPERATOR X2

(EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT)
DIRECTORATE: PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT & INTEGRATED SERVICES
DIVISION: WATER TREATMENT & WASTEWATER TREATMENT
LOCATION: WORCESTER

ALARY: R 127 174.80 – R 160 336.91 per annum [T4]
TOTAL COST TO COUNCIL: R 181 130 – R 224 243 per annum
(Inclusive of Municipal benefits: Group Life Scheme, Pension Fund etc.)
Ref: PDIS/WWTW/0325

Job Purpose: Assist the process controller to maintain the sewerage purification process and the general
maintenance of pumps and motors at Worcester Wastewater Plant.

Duties: Performs specific tasks/activities by assisting the Process controller with desludging and lime dosing. Take readings and perform data keeping of flow meters and pumps. • Perform maintenance and
housekeeping if required. • Clean the sedimentation, clarifiers and waste sludge thickener tanks are clean
and maintain accordingly; and cleaning off all scum sumps. • Keep inlet works clean by cleaning and
maintain the channels, grids and surrounding areas. • Clean and maintain all instruments (flow –and DO
meters), DB panels, motors and pumps. • Cleaning all buildings and surrounded areas. • Cleaning and
maintain all centre columns (PST’s, SST’s, WST) and bridges. • Put on sprayers to wet grass and gardens. •
Adhere to Health and Safety regulations as et out in Councils Policies and in accordance with the
Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA). • Assist with chlorine changing, cleaning of filters and
housekeeping in and around chlorine building. • Assist with preventative maintenance to lubricate and oil
the motors, pumps and filters on schedule. • Clean and maintain all Rotorks, Belmont’s, gate valves with their sumps and surrounding areas. • Carry out any reasonable instruction from process
controller/Supervisor/Superintendent regarding operational/quality control. • Monitoring and reading taking of flowmeters and hour meters. • Collect wastewater samples and deliver it to the Laboratory • Ensure an accurate operational process and administration to the daily monitoring of the wastewater process.

Minimum Requirements:

Grade 12 with preference of Mathematics & Science as subjects.
Eligible to register as a Class 1 Process Controller according to DWS regualtions.
1 years’ relevant experience.
Proficient in at least two (2) of the three (3) official languages in the Western Cape.

Competencies: (For a detailed description of competencies, read competency level 1 from page 583 of
the Competency Framework on our website / on this link-

https://bvm.gov.za/download/municipal-staffregulations-competency-framework/ )

Core Professional Competencies: Managing work, Communication, Problem solving, Decision making, Planning and organising, Ethis and professionalism.
Functional Competencies: Use of specific technology/ equipment, Quality orientation, Discipline specific skills, Work place safety.
Public Service Orientation Competencies: Service delivery orientation, Interpersonal relationships,
Communication, Service delivery orientation.
Personal Competencies: Action and outcome orientation, Resilience, Chnage readiness, Cognitive ability,
Learning orientation.
Management / Leadership Competencies: Direction setting, Impact and influence, Coaching and mentoring, Team orientation.

PLEASE NOTE: Please read the below conditions carefully, only those who comply with the conditions
will be considered

No late applications will be considered.
The Municipality is an equal opportunity employer and as such will observe the requirements of the Employment Equity
Act and its EE plan
Note that BVM is using a Recruitment Portal which is an online portal.
Only online applications will be accepted.
To apply in assured confidence, please do so online via the Link: https://bvmjobs.mcidirecthire.com
When applying online: Please ensure that you fill in all required Fields.
Also attach an updated CV (Including details of at least 3 contactable WORK REFERENCES and the relevant numbers),
certified copies of qualifications, and covering letter.
Applicant with a foreign educational qualification must submit a certificate of verification by SAQA
Any candidate appointed at the Breede Valley Municipality will sign an employment and performance agreement that
will be subject to probation monitoring and performance monitoring in accordance with the Local Government:
Municipal Staff Regulations.
Candidates will be subjected to medical examination.
Candidates will be subjected to Practical Assessment.
For enquiries contact the Human Resources Office at 023 348 4961 or on email address: jobs@bvm.gov.za
Canvassing with Councillors or any other decision-maker is not permitted, and proof thereof will result in disqualification.
Fraudulent qualifications documentation will immediately disqualify any applicant.
If you have not heard from us within 60 days of the closing date, please accept that your application has been
unsuccessful.

All applications should reach us by 20 March 2025 at 13:00.

SENIOR MANAGER: CIVIL ENGINEERING

(RE ADVERTISEMENT)
DIRECTORATE: ENGINEERING SERVICES
DIVISION: CIVIL ENGINEERING SERVICES
LOCATION: WORCESTER

SENIOR MANAGER: CIVIL ENGINEERING
(PERMANENT)
SALARY: R 904 997.86 – R 1 174 716.37 per annum (T18)
TOTAL COST TO COUNCIL: R 1 486 305 – R 1 834 034 per annum
(Inclusive of Municipal benefits: Group Life Scheme, Pension Fund etc.)
Ref: ES/CES01/0325

Job Purpose:

Responsible for strategic corporate decision making as member of the Strategic Management Team
representing the Civil Engineering Services Division.
Strategically involved in devising new policies, decision making, financial and functional planning
and operation of the Division.
Strategic management in planning and coordinating key performance areas of Civil Engineering
Services which includes Civil Engineering Services, Planning and Design, Engineering Contract
Administration.
Responsible for the provision of a quality, safe and sustainable supply of civil and related services to
all consumers within the Breede Valley Municipal Area within the framework of Council policies and
the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Duties: Responsible to identify short-, medium- and long-term plans for the Division ● Manage the
operational dimensions and resources of the Division ● Manages the budget and risk management ●
Manage compliance and adherence to legislation ● Manages the performance and productivity of
personnel in the Division ● Manages contract administration and procedures ● Communicate with the
various internal and external role-players ● Manages the administration of the Division

Minimum Requirements:

Appropriate B Degree or B.Tech Degree in Civil Engineering or Equivalent (NQF Level 7)
Eligible for Professional Registration in terms of Act 46 of 2000, sec 18 (1)(a)(i) Professional Engineer
or sec 18 (1)(a)(ii) Professional Engineer Technologist and must complete required professional
registration within eight (8) months period from the date of appointment.
10 years relevant experience
Computer Literacy: MS Office, Bill Cost, CAD & Civil Designer
Code B driver’s license
Must be able to communicate in at least two (2) of the three (3) official languages in the Western
Cape
Compliance with the National Treasury Regulations on the required Minimum Competency Level
Unit Standards applicable to this position, or must complete the unit standards within an eighteen
(18) months period from the date of appointment as provided for in GNR 1146 under GG 41996,
dated 26 October 2018

Competencies: (For a detailed description of competencies, read competency level 4 from page
173/187 of the Competency Framework on our website / on this link https://bvm.gov.za/download/municipal-staff-regulations-competency-framework/)

Core Professional Competencies: Planning, Organizational Awareness & Attention to Detail.
Functional Competencies: Design, Project Management, Construction, Operations & Maintenance
Public Service Orientation Competencies: Interpersonal Relationships, Communication, Service Delivery
Orientation Personal Competencies: Action & outcome orientation, Resilience, Change Readiness, Cognitive Ability, Learning Orientation, Accountability & Ethical Conduct.
Management / Leadership Competencies: Impact & Influence, Team Orientation, Direction Setting,
Coaching & Mentoring

PLEASE NOTE: Please read the below conditions carefully, only those who comply with the conditions will
be considered

No late applications will be considered.
The Municipality is an equal opportunity employer and as such will observe the requirements of the
Employment Equity Act and its EE plan
Only online applications will be accepted via the link: https://bvmjobs.mcidirecthire.com
When applying via the link above please ensure that you fill in all required fields.
Also attach an updated CV (Including details of at least three (3) contactable WORK REFERENCES and
the relevant numbers), certified copies of qualifications, and covering letter.
Applicant with a foreign educational qualification must submit a certificate of verification by SAQA
Any candidate appointed at the Breede Valley Municipality will sign an employment and performance
agreement subject to probation per the Local Government: Municipal Staff Regulations.
For enquiries contact the Human Resources Office at 023 348 4961 or by email address quoting above
mentioned reference at jobs@bvm.gov.za
Canvassing with Councillors or any other decision-maker is not permitted, and proof thereof will result in
disqualification.
Fraudulent qualifications documentation will immediately disqualify any applicant.
If you have not heard from us within sixty (60) days of the closing date, please accept that your
application has been unsuccessful.

All applications should reach us by 20 March 2025 before 13:00.

SMALL PLANT OPERATOR X3

(EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT)
DIRECTORATE: PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND INTEGRATED SERVICES
DIVISION: PUBLIC WORKS
SECTION: ROADS & STORMWATER
LOCATION: TOUWSRIVIER

SMALL PLANT OPERATOR X3 (PERMANENT)
BASIC SALARY: R 127 174, 80 – R 160 336.91 per annum [T04]
TOTAL COST TO COUNCIL: R 181 130 – R 224 243 per annum
(Inclusive of Municipal benefits: Group Life Scheme, Pension Fund etc.)
Ref: PDIS/PWRST01/0325

Job Purpose: Undertakes general manual labour activities associated with maintaining roads and
stormwater infrastructure) in accordance with laid down instructions to support acceptable standards of
service delivery.

Duties: Supporting the Supervisor with the placing of pre-cast concrete products (e.g. kerbs, pavers, etc.),
cleaning and preparing potholes for filling and laying and compacting materials (e.g. crusher run,
asphalt, etc.) using handheld tools (e.g. hand-stamper, spade etc.).• Operate and drive small plant
machinery and equipment during maintenance operations and construction of tar roads/streets, gravel
roads, bridges, sidewalks and stormwater systems. • Removing debris/ rubble, grass cuttings, foreign
articles and clean worksites, identified areas within road reserve and stormwater infrastructure. •
Undertake general tasks and operate small plant and equipment during road works, stormwater drainage
and road maintenance. • Cleans vehicles, tools and attends to the storage and care of cleaning tools.

Ensuring that the small plant equipment is kept in a neat and tidy condition. • Informing the immediate
superior when the small plant equipment is due for service. • Cleans vehicles, tools and attends to the
storage and care of cleaning tools.• Responsible for the safe keeping and maintenance of tools and
equipment.• Adhere to Occupational Health and Safety Act Regulations, standard operating
procedures and instructions when utilizing equipment and during the execution of ancillary tasks.

Minimum Requirements:

Grade 10
1-year relevant experience
Certification of competency in the operation of small plant and equipment
Proficient in at least two (2) of the three (3) official languages in the Western Cape.

Competencies: (For detail description of competencies, read competency level 3 from page 522/770 of the Competency Framework on our website / on this link-

https://bvm.gov.za/download/municipal-staff-regulationscompetency-framework/ )

Functional/ Professional Competencies: Operation Monitoring, Quality Control Analysis, Operation and Control,
Troubleshooting, Workplace Safety, Planning and Organising.
Public Service Orientation Competencies: Service Delivery Orientation, Interpersonal Relationships.
A caring valley of excellence
Personal Competencies: Communication, Action Orientation, Resilience, Accountability and Ethical Conduct,
Learning Orientation, Impact and Influence, Team Orientation.

PLEASE NOTE: Please read the below conditions carefully, only those who comply with the conditions
will be considered

No late applications will be considered.
The Municipality is an equal opportunity employer and as such will observe the requirements of the Employment Equity
Act and its EE plan
Note that BVM is using a Recruitment Portal which is an online portal.
Only online applications will be accepted.
To apply in assured confidence, please do so online via the Link: https://bvmjobs.mcidirecthire.com
When applying online: Please ensure that you fill in all required Fields.
Also attach an updated CV (Including details of at least 3 contactable WORK REFERENCES and the relevant numbers),
certified copies of qualifications, and covering letter.
Applicant with a foreign educational qualification must submit a certificate of verification by SAQA
Any candidate appointed at the Breede Valley Municipality will sign an employment and performance agreement
that will be subject to probation monitoring and performance monitoring in accordance with the Local Government:
Municipal Staff Regulations.
Candidates will be subjected to medical examination.
Candidates will be subjected to Practical Assessment.
For enquiries contact the Human Resources Office at 023 348 4961 or on email address: jobs@bvm.gov.za
Canvassing with Councillors or any other decision-maker is not permitted, and proof thereof will result in disqualification.
Fraudulent qualifications documentation will immediately disqualify any applicant.
If you have not heard from us within 60 days of the closing date, please accept that your application has been
unsuccessful.

All applications should reach us by 20 March 2025 at 13:00.

MANAGER: WATER & WASTEWATER TREATMENT

DIRECTORATE: PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT & INTEGRATED SERVICES
DIVISION: WATER SERVICES
SECTION: WATER & WASTEWATER TREATMENT
LOCATION: WORCESTER

MANAGER: WATER & WASTEWATER TREATMENT
SALARY: R 649 321.79 – R 842 836.05 (T16)
TOTAL COST TO COUNCIL: R 1 092 123 – R 1 341 607 per annum
(Inclusive of Municipal benefits: Group Life Scheme, Pension Fund etc.)
Ref: DPDIS/WS/WWT0325

Job Purpose:

Manage, co-ordinate all the key performance areas related to:
o Scientific Services (Laboratory, Air Quality, Climate Change and Noise Pollution)
o Water Treatment and Bulk Infrastructure (Dams, Reservoirs, Boreholes, pipelines) and Meters
(bulk, zone and domestic meters)
o Wastewater Treatment, Tanker Services, Pump Stations and Industrial Effluent Management)
within the jurisdiction of the Breede Valley Municipal Area in accordance with the relevant
legislation, by-laws, policies and proceduresIn accordance with the relevant legislation,
policies, by-laws, procedures and guidelines by ensuring quality, safe and sustainable supply
of Water and Sewer related services, to all consumers.

Duties:
Identify and define the immediate, short- and long-term objectives and plans for the sections in the
department ● Prepare and coordinate operational plans and procedures associated in consultation
with the Senior Manager. ●Provide input into Strategic plan of Water services Division and implement
capital projects in compliance with Councils IDP, MTREF, Water Master Plan and Water Services
Development Plan. ● Plan maintenance & operations, including the servicing, repairing and replacing
of valves, water and sewage pumps, main pipelines, meters, analytical instruments, electrical and
telemetry equipment connected to laboratory, treatment works, bulk infrastructure and pump stations.
● Manage procedures and compliance with water supply and quality, wastewater collection, effluent
discharge and environmental management. ● Manage and monitor the licenses, permits and general
authorization for water abstraction storage distribution and catchment management. ● Coordinate
Dam Safety inspections and augmentation plans are compiled. ● Oversee bulk water meter readings
for input into water balance. ● Coordinate and control air quality, noise pollution, climate change and
catchment management functions. ●Identify priority infrastructure needs, estimate budget and
implement the capital projects to improve and maintain the infrastructure services. ● Evaluate
compliance to the Blue/Green drop and Integrated Regulatory Information System. ● Responsible for
the compilation, control and management of the budget and provide input into Water Services
budget. ● Model water and sanitation tariffs and providing input for the annual tariff structures. ●
Compile internal tender documents and contracts. ● Coordinate external tender documentation for
the appointment of consulting engineers and scrutinize, approve tender documents and plans
compiled by consulting engineers for all capital projects of Water and Wastewater treatment works. ●
Manage and oversee contract implementation. ● Liaise with other national and provincial spheres of
government to keep Council informed of Water and Wastewater Treatment related processes and
legislation and to enable Council to partake in decision making processes at other levels of
government. ● Manage the implementation of procedures and systems associated with document
flow, quality systems, statutory and audit requirements. ● Prepare reports/items for Council. ● Compile
monthly and quarterly reports and update Service Delivery Budget Implement Plan (SDBIP). ●Manage
the Water & Wastewater infrastructure asset management plan. ● Manage, directs and controls the
outcomes associated with utilization, productivity and performance of staff. ● Ensure adherence to
Human Resources policies and procedures to control and regulate workplace conflict and institute
corrective measures and consultation processes to address deviations from set standards. ● Manage
the adherence to appropriate OHS regulations, standard operating procedures and legal
requirements as far as personal as well as operations are concerned.

Minimum Requirements:

Appropriate B-Degree in the relevant technical field
Eligible to register with a recognized professional body
Driver’s License Code B
Computer literacy: MS Office.
8 years or more relevant experience
Proficient in at least 2 of the 3 official languages in the Western Cape
Compliance with the National Treasury Regulations on the required Minimum Competency Level
Unit Standards applicable to this position, or must complete the unit standards within an 18-month
period from the date of appointment as provided for in GNR 1146 under GG 41996, dated 26
October 2018

Preferred Requirements

8 years or more relevant experience of which 3 years’ experience at managerial level
Registered as a Class VI Process Controller for Water and Wastewater Treatment will be an added
advantage

Competencies: (For detail description of competencies, read competency level 5 from page
173/187 of the Competency Framework on our website / on this link

https://bvm.gov.za/download/municipal-staff-regulations-competency-framework/)

Core Professional Competencies: Planning, Organizational Awareness & Attention to Detail.
Functional Competencies: Design, Project Management, Construction, Operations & Maintenance
Public Service Orientation Competencies: Interpersonal Relationships, Communication, Service
Delivery Orientation
Personal Competencies: Action & outcome orientation, Resilience, Change Readiness, Cognitive
Ability, Learning Orientation, Accountability & Ethical Conduct.
Management / Leadership Competencies: Impact & Influence, Team Orientation, Direction Setting,
Coaching & Mentoring

PLEASE NOTE: Please read the below conditions carefully, only those who comply with the conditions will be
considered

No late applications will be considered.
The Municipality is an equal opportunity employer and as such will observe the requirements of the
Employment Equity Act and its EE plan.
Only online applications will be accepted via the link: https://bvmjobs.mcidirecthire.com
When applying via the link above please ensure that you fill in all required fields.
Also attach an updated CV (Including details of at least 3 contactable WORK REFERENCES and the relevant
numbers), certified copies of qualifications, supporting documents, covering letter and driver’s licence.
Applicant with a foreign educational qualification must submit a certificate of verification by SAQA.
Candidates will be subjected to thorough evaluations and that previous and current employer and
reference will be contacted. Verification will be done on education qualifications, criminal and credit
record.
Any candidate appointed at the Breede Valley Municipality will sign an employment and performance
agreement that will be subject to probation monitoring and performance monitoring in accordance with
the Local Government: Municipal Staff Regulations.
Candidates will be subjected to competency-based assessments.
For enquiries contact the Human Resources Office at 023 348 4961 or on email address: jobs@bvm.gov.za
Canvassing with Councillors or any other decision-maker is not permitted, and proof thereof will result in
disqualification.
Fraudulent qualifications documentation will immediately disqualify any applicant.
If you have not heard from us within 60 days of the closing date, please accept that your application has
been unsuccessful.