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ARTISAN: PLUMBER

VACANCY

In terms of its Employment Equity Plan, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is committed to employment practices that redress past imbalances in respect of race, gender and disability, and as such the relevant policy will be considered during selection and placement.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for appointment to the under-mentioned position. Persons with a disability are encouraged to apply, unless otherwise stated in the advertisement.

INFRASTRUCTURE & ENGINEERING DIRECTORATE

ARTISAN: PLUMBER

(TWO POSITIONS)

(DISTRIBUTION NORTH)

POSITION CODE: 260718

TASK Grade 9 (R364 896 – R507 300 per annum)

(Basic salary only, excluding benefits)

Qualifications and experience required:

Trade Test Certificate as an artisan.
A valid Code C1 driver’s licence with Professional Driving Permit (PDP).
One to two years’ relevant experience.

Attributes and competencies attached to the position:

Must be physically fit and able-bodied.

The physical attributes associated with this post necessitate that the incumbent is physically fit and able-bodied to perform the relevant functions, and as such, shortlisted candidates will be required to submit themselves to the Municipal Medical Doctor to be medically examined as part of the selection process.

Special conditions attached to the position:

Required to work in all weather conditions.
Required to be on standby.
Required to work outside normal working hours during emergencies and planned overtime.

Job purpose:

Co-ordinating and controlling the set-up, work in progress and completion of specialised tasks/activities associated with the installation, maintenance and repair to water reticulation mains, municipal plumbing and meters, including monitoring and correcting the productivity and performance outputs of support personnel, and attending to routine general administration. Recording requirements to ensure downtime and disruptions is minimised contributing positively towards sustaining acceptable service delivery standards.

As part of the selection process, candidates may be tested on any requirement, skill or competency, which will include pre-employment screening, medical examination, security vetting and psychometric assessment.

Fringe benefits will include membership of a Retirement Fund, Medical Aid Scheme, Group Life Assurance Scheme, participation in a Housing Subsidy and Car Schemes (subject to the conditions of the various Schemes), and normal leave and sick leave benefits.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Kindly note that all applications for employment and supporting documentation in respect of the advertised vacancy should be submitted online on the municipal website at www.nelsonmandelabay.gov.za (go to ‘Vacancies’ to find the documentation for details for submitting online applications). It is advisable to submit applications online in good time to allow time for attending to queries that may arise when submitting applications.

Hand-delivered or mailed applications for this position will not be accepted.

Telephonic enquiries may be directed to the Receptionist, tel. 041 506 3259.

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY, 13 FEBRUARY 2026 BEFORE 14:00

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COORDINATOR: ADMINISTRATION

VACANCY

INFRASTRUCTURE & ENGINEERING DIRECTORATE

COORDINATOR: ADMINISTRATION

(MANAGEMENT SERVICES)

POSITION CODE: 260719

TASK Grade 12 (R520 584 – R723 780 per annum)

(Basic salary only, excluding benefits)

Qualifications and experience required:

A relevant tertiary qualification.
Computer literacy (MS Office).
Five to eight years’ relevant experience with supervisory experience.

Key attributes and competencies attached to this post:

Good oral, interpersonal and communication skills.
Sound knowledge of budgeting and financial management.
Strong supervisory background or skills.

Job purpose:

Coordinating key administrative requirements through the implementation of policies, procedures, systems and controls guiding critical interventions, applications and outcomes. Providing advice and support with respect to specific functional areas (budget, general administration, including the business unit’s computerised applications, archives and committee administration). Controlling the operational dimensions and outcomes. Ensuring that the Directorate Unit’s administrative priorities are adequately addressed. Attending to and ensuring key functional areas are aligned towards sustaining and improving the efficiencies of Administration processes.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Hand-delivered or mailed applications for this position will not be accepted.

Telephonic enquiries may be directed to the Receptionist, tel. 041 506 3259.

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY, 13 FEBRUARY 2026 BEFORE 14:00

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CONTROLLER: HOUSING PROJECTS (HOUSING DELIVERY)

VACANCY

HUMAN SETTLEMENTS DIRECTORATE

CONTROLLER: HOUSING PROJECTS

(HOUSING DELIVERY)

POSITION CODE: 250710

TASK Grade 11 (R462 384 – R642 900 per annum)

(Basic salary only, excluding benefits)

Requirements:

Degree or Diploma in Construction Field or related field.
Computer literacy in MS Office applications.
Five to eight years’ relevant experience.
Valid Code B driver’s licence.

Competencies:

Proficient oral and written communication skills in English and at least one other official local language.
Good interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Good report-writing and administrative skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet critical/conflicting deadlines.

The incumbent will be responsible for:

Establishing agreements with the community on an affordable level of service.
Facilitating development in relevant areas by addressing relevant role-players.
Establishing and implementing control mechanisms to monitor and measure interim and final project spending against budget.
Facilitating discussions with interested parties and elicits and finalises information pertaining to contract documentation.
Facilitating the compilation of tender documents as well as the tender process.
Monitoring progress and responding to technical and contractual queries, adjudicating claims.
Evaluating adherence and compliance with laid down quality standards.

Supervision by:

Providing guidelines/guidance to personnel on the application of procedures.
Appraising performance levels, setting objectives and measuring accomplishments or establishing reasons for non-conformance.
Instituting disciplinary action for non-conformance to and/or providing details of serious breaches to superiors.

Job purpose:

Providing a project management service with respect to the execution and implementation of low cost housing projects through the management of the process of analysing, investigating, assessing and mapping out critical deliverables and costing frameworks, preparing and defending contractual terms or resolving disputes, and providing information and advice on best practices to guide, enable and ensure key project milestones are accomplished in accordance with IDP objectives and budgeted capital budgeted frameworks.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Hand-delivered or mailed applications for this position will not be accepted.

Telephonic enquiries may be directed to the Receptionist, tel. 041 506 3259.

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY, 13 FEBRUARY 2026 BEFORE 14:00

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DIRECTOR: SPORTS AND POOLS (SPORT AND RECREATION)

VACANCY

SPORTS, RECREATION, ARTS & CULTURE DIRECTORATE

DIRECTOR: SPORTS AND POOLS

(SPORT AND RECREATION)

POSITION CODE: 260716

TASK Grade 17 (R941 172 – R1 308 468 per annum)

(Basic salary, excluding benefits)

Qualifications and experience required:

A relevant tertiary qualification, preferably a B degree relevant to Facilities/Sports Management/Horticulture.
Computer literacy: MS Office.
Must have a minimum of eight years or more relevant experience at management.

Key attributes and competencies:

Researches and develops strategic and short-term plans for the Sports and Pools functionality.
Maintains project records (working papers, audit trails, evidence of sign-offs by senior managers).
Ensures that high-priority work is accomplished within required timelines.
Ensures that all outsourced maintenance management activities are aligned with the maintenance management plan.
Develops specifications for outsourced maintenance work, partake in procuring of service providers, verifies and sign-off of work and completes job cards for payment of service providers.
Develops maintenance plans specifying detailed activities, resources, responsibilities, timescales and risks for the attainment of facility management objectives.
Monitors implementation processes and measures to assess performance and health of facility components.
Directs and controls the Key Performance Indicators and outcomes of personnel within the section.
Manages and controls organisation change and development through the formulation of specific policies and procedures and forwards/presents to the Executive Director.
Implements communication strategies aimed at creating awareness and/or seeking acknowledgement by communicating with Executive Director pertaining to queries associated with the section’s budget expenditure.
Manages the scope and procedural administrative requirements and reporting deadlines.
Administration and record-keeping skills.

Job purpose

Responsible for management and short/medium/long-term planning of maintenance operations, scheduling of work and resource planning, maintenance of facility records, and compiling and monitoring of operational and capital budgets of respective facilities.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Hand-delivered or mailed applications for this position will not be accepted.

Telephonic enquiries may be directed to the Receptionist, tel. 041 506 3259.

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY, 13 FEBRUARY 2026 BEFORE 14:00

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FIREFIGHTER 1

VACANCY

SAFETY & SECURITY DIRECTORATE

FIREFIGHTER 1

(FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES)

POSITION CODE: 260725

TASK Grade 7 (R287 928 – R400 284 per annum)

(Basic salary only, excluding benefits)

APPLICANTS WHO HAVE APPLIED FOR THE FIREFIGHTER 1 POSITION (CODE: 250609) MUST PLEASE RE-APPLY.

Qualifications and experience required:

A valid Code EB driver’s licence.
A Grade Twelve or higher certificate.
Firefighter 1 course.
Hazmat awareness.
First Aid Level 3.
Must be physically and mentally fit.
Will be required to pass the medical test NFPA 1582.
Must have no criminal record.
Must have one-year operational experience.

All shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo a physical and mental medical test (and be able to carry objects in excess of twenty kilograms) and may be assessed on any requirement or competency during the selection process. The incumbent will be required to work a 42-hour week on a shift basis (including night shifts).

Job purpose:

Rendering emergency and humanitarian services to the community for the saving/protection of life and property.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Hand-delivered or mailed applications for this position will not be accepted.

Telephonic enquiries may be directed to the Receptionist, tel. 041 506 3259.

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY, 13 FEBRUARY 2026 BEFORE 14:00

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MANAGER: FLEET OPERATIONS

VACANCY

INFRASTRUCTURE & ENGINEERING DIRECTORATE

MANAGER: FLEET OPERATIONS

(FLEET MANAGEMENT SERVICES)

POSITION CODE: 260724

TASK Grade 14 (R659 712 – R917 184 per annum)

(Basic salary only, excluding benefits)

Qualifications and experience required:

Three-year tertiary qualification in Transport Management/Fleet Management or equivalent.
A valid Code B driver’s licence.
Computer literacy (MS Office).
Four to five years’ relevant experience.

Key attributes and competencies attached to the position:

Good oral skills, leadership skills and communication skills.
Must possess interpersonal skills and sound decision-making skills.
Strong managerial and report-writing skills.
Supervisory skills.
Contract management skills.

Job purpose:

Managing and controlling all Municipal vehicles, construction plant and equipment, the procedural applications, interventions and activities of the Fleet Operations functionality through the planning and co-ordination of providing a cost-effective transport/plant hire and lease fleet to the users within the Municipality, reporting on outcomes and/or proposing on opportunities for improving service levels.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Hand-delivered or mailed applications for this position will not be accepted.

Telephonic enquiries may be directed to the Receptionist, tel. 041 506 3259.

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY, 13 FEBRUARY 2026 BEFORE 14:00

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SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT: TRANSPORT

VACANCY

INFRASTRUCTURE & ENGINEERING DIRECTORATE

SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT: TRANSPORT

(FLEET MANAGEMENT SERVICES)

POSITION CODE: 260720

TASK Grade 12 (R520 584 – R723 780 per annum)

(Basic salary only, excluding benefits)

Qualifications and experience required:

Trade-tested artisan in the civil industry.
A valid Code C1 driver’s licence.
Three to four years’ relevant experience.

Key attributes and competencies:

Must be physically fit and able-bodied.
Good oral, interpersonal and communication skills.
Supervisory skills.

Special conditions attached to the position:

Required to work in all weather conditions.

Job purpose:

Coordinating and controls the operations pertaining to the utilisation and maintenance of civil construction plant and equipment, rendering a service to the user departments (e.g. Electricity, Water & Sanitation, etc.), including the hiring and supplying of outside plant, inclusive of monitoring and implementing procedures, establishing resource requirements, planning and scheduling maintenance programmes and evaluating outcomes, monitoring and attending to deviations in productivity and performance and attending to specific administrative and information reporting requirements and processes.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Hand-delivered or mailed applications for this position will not be accepted.

Telephonic enquiries may be directed to the Receptionist, tel. 041 506 3259.

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY, 13 FEBRUARY 2026 BEFORE 14:00

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SUPERVISOR: TRACK INSPECTION

VACANCY

INFRASTRUCTURE & ENGINEERING DIRECTORATE

SUPERVISOR: TRACK INSPECTION

(WATER CONVEYANCE DIVISION)

POSITION CODE: 260721

TASK Grade 7 (R287 928 – R400 284 per annum)

(Basic salary only, excluding benefits)

Qualifications and experience required:

An appropriate level of secondary education.
A valid Code 8 driver’s licence with Professional Driving Permit (PrDP).
Six to twelve months’ relevant experience.

Key attributes and competencies attached to the position:

Good oral and communication skills.
Supervisory skills.
Sound knowledge of record-keeping.

Job purpose:

Performing tasks and activities associated with the inspection of blockages to the sewerage system (pipelines, pump stations, etc.) using CCTV apparatus to ensure uninterrupted flow of sewerage in sewer pipeline.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Hand-delivered or mailed applications for this position will not be accepted.

Telephonic enquiries may be directed to the Receptionist, tel. 041 506 3259.

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY, 13 FEBRUARY 2026 BEFORE 14:00

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PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST

VACANCY

INFRASTRUCTURE & ENGINEERING DIRECTORATE

PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST

(WATER AND SANITATION)

POSITION CODE: 260717

TASK Grade 14 (R659 712 – R917 184 per annum)

(Basic salary only, excluding benefits)

Qualifications and experience required:

A relevant B.Tech in Civil Engineering.
Registered with ECSA as a Professional Engineering Technologist.
Computer literacy: MS Office.
A valid Code EB driver’s licence.
Three to five years or more relevant work experience.

Key attributes and competencies:

Proficient oral and written communication skills in English and at least one other official local language.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Excellent report-writing skills.
High level of attention to detail.

Job purpose:

Controlling the professional and technical processes associated with the provision of an Engineering service to internal/external clients through the provision of guidance and advice on the formulation of proposals and design concepts, and contract and project management of average complexity or complex forms of broadly defined engineering works with high impact in order to ensure objectives and established outcomes are accomplished in accordance with the agreed terms, specifications, costs and standards of quality.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Hand-delivered or mailed applications for this position will not be accepted.

Telephonic enquiries may be directed to the Receptionist, tel. 041 506 3259.

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY, 13 FEBRUARY 2026 BEFORE 14:00

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PIPELINE INSPECTOR

VACANCY

INFRASTRUCTURE & ENGINEERING DIRECTORATE

PIPELINE INSPECTOR

(BULK WATER SUPPLY)

POSITION CODE: 260723

TASK Grade 7 (R287 928 – R400 284 per annum)

(Basic salary only, excluding benefits)

Qualifications and experience required:

Grade nine or equivalent.
A valid Code B driver’s licence with PrDP (will be advantageous).
One to two years’ experience.

Key attributes and competencies:

Problem-solving.
Planning and organising.
Organisational awareness.

Special conditions of the position:

Required to be on standby and work after hours.

Job purpose:

Performing tasks and activities associated with the maintenance/repair work to dam walls, pipelines, reservoirs, pump stations, etc. through the application of laid down procedures with respect to supply continuous water to the consumers in accordance with departmental procedures.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Hand-delivered or mailed applications for this position will not be accepted.

Telephonic enquiries may be directed to the Receptionist, tel. 041 506 3259.

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY, 13 FEBRUARY 2026 BEFORE 14:00

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ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST

VACANCY

INFRASTRUCTURE & ENGINEERING DIRECTORATE

ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST

(WATER AND SANITATION)

POSITION CODE: 260722

TASK Grade 12 (R520 584 – R723 780 per annum)

(Basic salary only, excluding benefits)

Qualifications and experience required:

A relevant B.Tech in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification.
Computer literacy: MS Office.
A valid Code EB driver’s licence.
Three to five years or more relevant experience.

Key attributes and competencies:

Proficient oral and written communication skills in English and at least one other official local language.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Good coordination skills.
High level of attention to detail.

Job purpose:

Controlling technical procedures to address the engineering requirements of internal and external clients through formulation of proposals and design concepts and contract, and project management of basic complexity types of broadly defined engineering works with low levels of impact in order to ensure objectives and established outcomes are accomplished in accordance with the agreed terms, specifications, costs and standards of quality.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Hand-delivered or mailed applications for this position will not be accepted.

Telephonic enquiries may be directed to the Receptionist, tel. 041 506 3259.

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY, 13 FEBRUARY 2026 BEFORE 14:00