George Local Municipality Jobs

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GRADE A TESTING OFFICER – GEORGE

DIRECTORATE: COMMUNITY SAFETY AND MOBILITY
POST DESIGNATION: GRADE A TESTING OFFICER – GEORGE
(PERMANENT)
WC0441089, WC0446427, WC0446428, WC0446429
REFERENCE: 3615650

Salary: R 301 296 – R 391 080 (T10)
Additional Service Benefits: Medical Aid, Pension, Housing Allowance (subject to prescribed
requirements), 13th Cheque and Group Life Insurance

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12 (NQF Level 4)
• Computer Literacy: MS Office
• Relevant Certificate (Grade A Examiner of Driving Licences certificate)
• Code A and EC driving license
• 5 – 8 years relevant experience with supervisory experience

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to communicate in at least two of the languages of the Western Cape

COMPETENCIES:

• Core Professional Competencies-Written and Oral Communication, Attention to Detail, Influencing,
  Ethics and Professionalism, Organizational Awareness, Problem Solving, Planning and Organizing.
• Functional Competencies-Business Processes, Use of Technology, Data Processing and Analysis.
• Public Services Orientation Competencies-Interpersonal Relationships, Communication, Service
  Delivery Orientation, Client Orientation and Customer Focus.
• Personal Competencies-Action Orientation, Resilience, Change Readiness, Cognitive Ability, Learning
  Orientation.
• Management/Leadership Competencies-Impact and Influence, Team Orientation, Direction Setting,
  Coaching and Mentoring.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Ensure the eyesight of an application is correct for the type of vehicle the applicant applied for.
• Ensure that applicant complies with the set requirements for a learner’s license.
• Ensure that the applicant is competent to drive the correct class vehicle and comply with the rules of
  the road and road signs.
• Keep record of all driving tests that has been passed and failed.
• Retrieve information when required.
• Provide a service to the public.
• Ensure that duties are executed correctly.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS ATTACHED TO THE POST:

• Be able to use own integrity
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
• Outstanding problem-solving skills
• Ability to identify and address irregularities
• Analytical thinker
• Should be a keen learner

PROBATION PERIOD: 6 months
ENQUIRIES: HP JUNIES (044-878 2400)

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS (Please read carefully)
Applications must be submitted electronically on the E-recruitment site, which can be found on the
George Municipality website, www.george.gov.za , under Job Portal. Applicants must register and apply
online before 2025-05-07 at 16:30pm.
Please Note the following when applying on the Portal:

• Applicants must please ensure to follow the Assisting Guidelines that can be accessed on the
  website under Job Portal, before completing their online application.
• Applicants should check and verify their current status or the progression of their application, by
  referring to their ” Inbox” tab on the Portal.
• Please ensure that all the information on your profile is correct and all the necessary documents
  are attached, prior to submitting your job application.

Applicants must complete all the mandatory profile fields honestly and thoroughly. Please ensure the
following documents are submitted under the correct field titles:

• A comprehensive CV (Stipulating full employment history-title of position held, time periods and
  duties).
• All applications must be accompanied by certified copies (not older than 6 months), by a
  Commissioner of Oath.
• All relevant Qualifications and Identity document must accompany your application. Driver’s
  license and registration with a professional body must accompany your application only If
  applicable.
  Only online applications will be accepted.

The turnaround time for assistance with any portal related challenges is two (2) working days. Applicants
are urged to register and apply well in advance.
Disqualification:
Please note that the following will lead to disqualification:
Non-submission of required documents or submission of fraudulent documents.
Canvassing of Councillors and/or officials.
Non-adherence to the instructions on the advertisement.
NB: Please note, where necessary, shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a screening and vetting
process. By applying for this position, candidates agree to background checks being performed which
will include reference and other relevant checks.
The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Should you not hear from us within 3 months of the closing date, kindly regard your application as being
unsuccessful.
George Municipality is an equal opportunity employer which subscribes to the principle of affirmative
action and Employment Equity. Preference will be given to applicants from the designated/under –
represented groups.
The appointment will be subject to the need for signing of an employment contract and, where
applicable, a performance agreement and disclosure of benefits and interest.
CLOSING DATE: [2025-05-07] AT 16:30PM

Specialised Electrician- Distribution – George

DIRECTORATE: Electrotechnical Services
POST DESIGNATION: Specialised Electrician- Distribution – George
(Permanent)
WC0440532
REFERENCE: 3604247

Salary: R355 668 – R461 700 (T11)
Additional Service Benefits: Medical Aid, Pension, Housing Allowance (subject to prescribed
requirements), 13th Cheque and Group L

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Recognised Trade Test Certificate as Electrician
• Code B Driver’s License
• Computer literacy: MS Office
• Certification in Basic First Aid to be completed within 18 months from date of employment
• 3 – 5 years post apprenticeship experience required (proven electrical experience)

COMPETENCIES:

• Core Professional Competencies: Managing Work, Problem Solving, Planning and Organising, Quality
  Orientation
• Functional Competencies: Workplace Safety, Discipline Specific Skills
• Public Service Orientation Competencies: Service Delivery Orientation, Interpersonal relationships,
  Communication, Customer orientation and customer focus
• Personal Competencies: Action Orientation, Resilience, Accountability and Ethical Conduct, Learning
  Orientation
• Management/ Leadership Competencies: Direction Setting, Impact and influence, Team Orientation,
  Coaching and mentoring

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Ensure installation and safety procedures and guidelines are complied with and tasks executed in
  accordance with standards associated with quality workmanship
• Ensure scheduled planned and predictive maintenance cycles and work procedures are complied
  with, effecting an uninterrupted and optimum functionality of an electrical supply
• Ensure faults are detected and repaired and functionality restored with minimal disruption to services
• Ensure that equipment is kept in a functional condition and that HV sites are kept clean of vegetation
  growth
• Ensure planned and predictive maintenance cycles and work procedures are complied with enabling
  uninterrupted and optimum functionality of the electrical power supply system
• Secure and maintain electrical supply Connect and supply new consumers with electricity
• Ensure that faults are detected and repaired, and functionality restored with minimal disruption to
  services
• Ensure that all the pumpstations are functioning at a high level of functionality and efficiency.
• Ensure that all equipment and instruments communicate effortlessly with each other to prevent loss or
  damage to equipment and have an early warning system in case of leakage or spillage to prevent
  damage to eco system
• Ensure that all the pumpstations are functioning at a high level of functionality and to prevent any
  sewerage spillage, freshwater wastage, to prevent damage to eco systems, to prevent damage to
  expensive equipment and to ensure an uninterrupted supply of fresh water to town
• Ensure that all property and equipment are monitored at all times with a live tracking system to ensure
  that real time messages are sent to prevent theft, damage vandalism
• Ensure that the pumpstations conforms to advanced standards, demands and development
  specifications
• Ensure that installation and safety guidelines are complied with and tasks executed in accordance
  with standards associated with quality workmanship
• Ensure activities are executed in accordance with laid down procedures and guidelines with specific
  claim laid on the following of safety procedures
• Ensure requirements are coordinated and instructions communicated and understood ensuring the
  efficient execution and completion of tasks
• Ensure details of activities are accurately recorded and to facilitate the processing of information
  related to the productivity of personnel, time and material allocation and utilization for specific
  assignments

SPECIAL CONDITIONS ATTACHED TO THE POST:

• Must be willing to undergo specific training/ courses in order to be qualified to function successfully in
  the various sub- sections
• Required to work in adverse weather conditions
• Required to work outside normal hours
• Be prepared to be placed on stand-by
• Must be able to work on uneven terrain
• Have the ability to perform switching operations on networks
• Ability to read technical drawings and work without constant supervision
• Must be computer literate
• Must be able to communicate in at least 2 of the 3 official languages of the Western Cape

PROBATION PERIOD: 6 months
ENQUIRIES: Jacques Lawrence (044 801 9222)
INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS (Please read carefully)
Applications must be submitted electronically on the E-recruitment site, which can be found on the George
Municipality website, www.george.gov.za , under Job Portal. Applicants must register and apply online before
[2025-05-07] at 16:30pm.
Please Note the following when applying on the Portal:

• Applicants must please ensure to follow the Assisting Guidelines that can be accessed on the website
  under Job Portal, before completing their online application.
• Applicants should check and verify their current status or the progression of their application, by
  referring to their ” Inbox” tab on the Portal.
• Please ensure that all the information on your profile is correct and all the necessary documents are
  attached, prior to submitting your job application.

Applicants must complete all the mandatory profile fields honestly and thoroughly. Please ensure the following
documents are submitted under the correct field titles:

• A comprehensive CV (Stipulating full employment history-title of position held, time periods and
  duties).
• All applications must be accompanied by certified copies (not older than 6 months), by a
  Commissioner of Oath.
• All relevant Qualifications and Identity document must accompany your application. Driver’s license
  and registration with a professional body must accompany your application only If applicable.
  Only online applications will be accepted.
  The turnaround time for assistance with any portal related challenges is two (2) working days. Applicants are
  urged to register and apply well in advance.

Disqualification:
Please note that the following will lead to disqualification:
Non-submission of required documents or submission of fraudulent documents.
Canvassing of Councillors and/or officials.
Non-adherence to the instructions on the advertisement.
NB: Please note, where necessary, shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a screening and vetting process.
By applying for this position, candidates agree to background checks being performed which will include
reference and other relevant checks.
The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Should you not hear from us within 3 months of the closing date, kindly regard your application as being
unsuccessful.
George Municipality is an equal opportunity employer which subscribes to the principle of affirmative action
and Employment Equity. Preference will be given to applicants from the designated/under -represented
groups.
The appointment will be subject to the need for signing of an employment contract and, where applicable, a
performance agreement and disclosure of benefits and interest.
CLOSING DATE: [2025-05-07] AT 16:30PM

Senior Superintendent: Street & Area Lighting and Traffic Controllers – George

DIRECTORATE: Electrotechnical Services
POST DESIGNATION: Senior Superintendent: Street & Area Lighting and Traffic Controllers – George
(Permanent)
WC0440510
REFERENCE: 3591579

Salary: R472 764 – R613 692 (T13)
Additional Service Benefits: Medical Aid, Pension, Housing Allowance (subject to prescribed
requirements), 13th Cheque and G

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Trade Tested Artisan or Technical/ Professional qualification
• Computer Literacy: MS Office
• Valid code B drivers license
• Certification in Basic First Aid to be completed within period from the date of appointment
• 5 years or more experience in a supervisory technical position required

COMPETENCIES:

• Core 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 Outcome Orientation, Resilience, Ethics and Accountability, Learning
  Orientation
• Management/ Leadership Competencies: Direction Setting, Impact and influence, Team Orientation,
  Coaching and mentoring

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Updating Firmware of Programmable Logical Controllers, Human Machine Interfaces and Smart Relays
  with laptop, checking for loose connections and testing that the equipment is functioning to specs
• Ensure that all installations are functional and that reported faults are tended to in order to provide a
  sustainable electrical supply
• Contribute towards supervising the effective and efficient functioning and planning of metering
  services to ensure that preset standards are met.
• Ensure that the electricity supply is installed and available on a temporary basis for public during
  meetings, fairs and related happenings
• Ensure that streetlights are constructed, erected and electrified to display certain events and festive
  periods
• Ensure the effective functioning of areas of responsibility
• Ensure that communication channels are effective, and that information is obtained and shared to
  secure the effective operation of the low voltage network
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements
• Ensure personnel are capacitated and performing at capable levels, address deviations and
  implement corrective measures to sustain efficiency and productivity
• Ensure accurate operational information is maintained and made available on request and specific
  administrative reporting deadlines are complied with

SPECIAL CONDITIONS ATTACHED TO THE POST:

• Must be prepared to perform stand-by duties
• Must have good organizational skills
• Must have good interpersonal and supervisory skills
• Required to work outside normal hours during emergencies and planned overtime
• Good written and communication skills
• Must be computer literate in Microsoft Excel
• Must be prepared to be appointed as OHSA appointee (Section 16.2) for the area of jurisdiction
• Must be able to read and interpret technical drawings
• Must be prepared to enter into a Performance Contract with the employer
• Must be able to perform switching duties
• Must be willing to perform acting duties in the absence of the Immediate Superior

PROBATION PERIOD: 6 months
ENQUIRIES: E NQUMSE (044 801 9222)
INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS (Please read carefully)
Applications must be submitted electronically on the E-recruitment site, which can be found on the George
Municipality website, www.george.gov.za , under Job Portal. Applicants must register and apply online before
[2025-05-07] at 16:30pm.
Please Note the following when applying on the Portal:

• Applicants must please ensure to follow the Assisting Guidelines that can be accessed on the website
  under Job Portal, before completing their online application.
• Applicants should check and verify their current status or the progression of their application, by
  referring to their ” Inbox” tab on the Portal.
• Please ensure that all the information on your profile is correct and all the necessary documents are
  attached, prior to submitting your job application.

Applicants must complete all the mandatory profile fields honestly and thoroughly. Please ensure the following
documents are submitted under the correct field titles:

• A comprehensive CV (Stipulating full employment history-title of position held, time periods and
  duties).
• All applications must be accompanied by certified copies (not older than 6 months), by a
  Commissioner of Oath.
• All relevant Qualifications and Identity document must accompany your application. Driver’s license
  and registration with a professional body must accompany your application only If applicable.
  Only online applications will be accepted.
  The turnaround time for assistance with any portal related challenges is two (2) working days. Applicants are
  urged to register and apply well in advance.
  Disqualification:
  Please note that the following will lead to disqualification:
  Non-submission of required documents or submission of fraudulent documents.
  Canvassing of Councillors and/or officials.
  Non-adherence to the instructions on the advertisement.

NB: Please note, where necessary, shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a screening and vetting process.
By applying for this position, candidates agree to background checks being performed which will include
reference and other relevant checks.
The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Should you not hear from us within 3 months of the closing date, kindly regard your application as being
unsuccessful.
George Municipality is an equal opportunity employer which subscribes to the principle of affirmative action
and Employment Equity. Preference will be given to applicants from the designated/under -represented
groups.
The appointment will be subject to the need for signing of an employment contract and, where applicable, a
performance agreement and disclosure of benefits and interest.
CLOSING DATE: [2025-05-07] AT 16:30PM

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