Bergrivier Municipality Vacancies

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TRAFFIC OFFICER (PIKETBERG)

RE-ADVERTISE:
TRAFFIC OFFICER (PIKETBERG)
DIRECTORATE: COMMUNITY SERVICES
REF: GD30/371/PB

Qualifications:

Grade 12; Traffic Officer Diploma; Valid Code A & EC driver’s license
Firearm proficiency
No criminal record (Police clearance document not older than three (3) months must accompany your
application)
Basic First Aid certificate

Experience: Two (2) – Five (5) years’ relevant experience

Requirements: ∙ Proficiency in at least two (2) of the official languages of the Western Cape (Afrikaans/English/Xhosa – Read, Write
and Speak)  Good human relations, communication and interpersonal skills  Conflict handling skills  Ability to give attention to
detail  High level of responsibility  Must work overtime / shifts and perform standby duties when required  Must perform duties in
other areas of the Municipality when required  Must be physically fit and abled bodied.

Job Purpose: Performs activities / tasks associated with the examination, testing and issuing of learner and driving licenses and
road worthiness certification through the application of laid down assessment and inspection procedures, the provision of a traffic
and community policing service by monitoring and attending to situations associated with minimizing traffic congestion or offences
committed causing inconvenience and risk to public safety, enforcing compliance and supporting emergency and rescue personnel
during major disasters in order to ensure that any risk to public safety or contravention to traffic regulations and laws are identified
and corrective/compliance measures enforced on offenders.

Key Performance Areas: Responsible for the rendering of a traffic law enforcement service in accordance with the Road Traffic Act
93 of 1993, to ensure the upholding of law and order by performing operational tasks  Municipal by-law enforcement  Enforcement
of land and transport act  Educate scholars  Conduct roadblocks with SAPS and other stakeholders  Co-ordinates and controls
the application of procedures associated with the vehicle testing, registration and licensing  Performs prescribed activities and
duties related to the examining of vehicles for roadworthiness  Undertakes specific activities during disasters/emergency/firefighting
and/or communicates potential risk and hazard situations  Completes specific reports, statutory documentation and registers and
performs special tasks  Attends to the application of specific maintenance sequences with respect to equipment and vehicle  Assist
with driving activities to enhance service delivery in general  Responsible for the execution of traffic and community policing
procedures in accordance with departmental procedures and authorized to arrest or serve fines on individuals for any contravention
of road safety laws and regulations  Responsible to part take in the Municipality’s Performance Management and Development
System.
The Competency Framework for this position is an Uniformed Competency level 2 as stipulated in Annexure A of the Municipal Staff
Regulations, Government Notice R890, as promulgated in Government Gazette 45181, dated 20 September 2021 and comprises of
the following competencies:

Salary: R 280 668.00 per annum (T10 of a Category 3 Local Authority)
Date of acceptance: 01 July 2025 or as soon as possible
Enquiries: Mr CA Cornelissen at 022 913 6000

GENERAL:

1. A service bonus equivalent to one month’s salary, where applicable, will be payable and be supplemented by the normal
   benefits applicable to the Municipality including a housing allowance for home owners subject to certain conditions.
2. The Municipality is an equal opportunity employer and respects the conditions of the Employment Equity Act, preference will
   be given to candidates who comply with the Employment Equity Targets.
3. The Municipality is not bound to make any appointment.
4. All appointments are subject to Police clearance; which means that by applying for a position at the Municipality, you give us
   permission to obtain a Police clearance.
5. Applications received after the closing date or which have been received without the documentation mentioned below, will
   not be considered.
6. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for interviews. Applicants can regard their applications as being unsuccessful if
   no feedback has been received within six weeks from the closing date.
7. Canvassing of any councillor and/or member of the Appointment Committee and/or any personnel member of the
   Municipality will not be allowed and will immediately disqualify applicants.
8. In addition to the minimum job requirements and station mentioned herein, applicants may be expected to work overtime or
   be on standby, as well as render services in other parts within the municipal area, as required.
9. Appointment in certain posts is subject to a security clearance and applicants will also undergo an interview and evaluation
   process and where necessary, write a trade test.
10. The municipality respects the conditions of the Protection of Personal Information Act. By submitting your information and
    application you confirm that the information you have provide to us is true, up to date and correct.
11. Preference will be given to local candidates within the Bergrivier Municipal area (wc013).
12. Successful candidates will be expected to sign a contract of employment, disclosure of benefits and interests and a
    performance contract (where applicable) with the employer.
    13.
    A covering letter with at least two (2) contactable references (managers, subordinates or peers), must accompany the
    completed prescribed application form (available on request at Tel. 022 9136000 or on the municipality’s website
    www.bergmun.org.za) with certified copies of the necessary qualification certificates, ID document, Drivers Licence and a
    Curriculum Vitae (Maximum of 3 pages), (only one post per application form) to reach the Municipal Offices (Aurora,
    Eendekuil, Redelinghuys, Piketberg, Porterville & Velddrif) within the municipal area or posted to PO Box 60, Piketberg,
    7320 or by courier to 13 Church Street, Piketberg, 7320, for the attention of Mr DF Verhoog, to reach him by no later than
    the closing date.

You should note that the Municipality does not accept responsibility for applications that are mailed or sent by courier and
are received late or not at all. The onus is still on you to ensure that your application reaches the municipality before the
closing date.

CHIEF CLERK: BANK RECONCILIATIONS, SALARIES & CONTRACT MANAGEMENT (PIKETBERG)

CHIEF CLERK: BANK RECONCILIATIONS, SALARIES & CONTRACT MANAGEMENT (PIKETBERG)
DIRECTORATE: FINANCIAL SERVICES
REF: FD58/062/PB

Qualifications: A relevant three (3) year tertiary qualification, preferably a National Diploma or B Com with Financial Accounting
as a major subject

Experience: Two (2) – Five (5) years’ relevant experience

Requirements: Code B driver’s licence ∙ Computer Literacy: MS Office ∙ Proficiency in at least two (2) of the official languages of the Western
Cape (Afrikaans/English/Xhosa- Read, Write and Speak) ∙ Administrative/Financial orientated ∙ Good human relations, interpersonal and
communication skills ∙ High level of responsibility ∙ Ability to give attention to detail ∙ Must maintain confidentiality ∙ Must work overtime when
required ∙ Must perform duties in the whole area of the municipality when required ∙ Must be physically fit and able bodied.

Job purpose: Provide detailed and specific accounting services (i.e. compiling bank reconciliation), for the purposes of Annual Financial Statement
completeness and correctness within the expenditure section and complying with the MFMA, all other relevant legislation, including Generally
Recognised Accounting Practice (GRAP), and laid down policies and procedures  To render an administrative support function to the Supply
Chain Management Unit performing tasks/activities associated with coordinating the Contract Management and procedural requirements for the
unit and making available information and performing related administrative sequences in order to ensure compliance with Supply Chain
Management Policy of Council.

Key Performance Areas: Performs procedures and reconciliations for the purposes of completeness and correctness regarding the Annual
Financial Statements  Reconciliations (Bank Reconciliation, Current Bank Reconciliation, Interest received and bank changes, Timesheets /
Attendance Registers, Overtime and standby, Allowances, Payments to third parties, Employee benefits, Filing, Termination of employees, Tax
implementation on bonuses, Tax on free or cheap accommodation, AA88 – Fines on SARS Income Tax Returns not submitted, Copy of SARS
IRP5 forms)  Facilitate the preparing of salary advices  Control and provide all HR, payroll and leave related statistics as may be required  Deal
with all payroll related queries  Contract Management  Manages specific administrative and reporting requirements associated with the key
performance and result indicators of the functionality.
The Competency Framework for this position is an Administration level 1 as stipulates in Annexure A of the Municipal Staff Regulations
Government Notice R890 as promulgated in Government Gazette 45181 dated 20 September 2021 and comprises of the following competencies:

Salary: R 221 412.00 per annum (T08 of a Category 3 Local Authority)
Date of acceptance: 01 July 2025 as soon as possible
Enquiries: Mr JP Sass at 022 913 6000

GENERAL:

1. A service bonus equivalent to one month’s salary, where applicable, will be payable and be supplemented by the normal benefits
   applicable to the Municipality including a housing allowance for home owners subject to certain conditions.
2. The Municipality is an equal opportunity employer and respects the conditions of the Employment Equity Act, preference will be given to
   candidates who comply with the Employment Equity Targets.
3. The Municipality is not bound to make any appointment.
4. All appointments are subjected to Police Clearance; which means that you give us permission to obtain Police clearance, by applying for a
   position at the Municipality.
5. Applications received after the closing date or which have been received without the documentation mentioned below, will not be
   considered.
6. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for interviews. Applicants can regard their applications as being unsuccessful if no feedback
   has been received within six weeks from the closing date.
7. Canvassing of any councillor and/or member of the Appointment Committee and/or any personnel member of the Municipality will not be
   allowed and will immediately disqualify applicants.
8. In addition to the minimum job requirements and station mentioned herein, applicants may be expected to work overtime or be on standby,
   as well as render services in other parts within the municipal area, as required.
9. Appointment in certain posts is subject to a security clearance and applicants will also undergo an interview and evaluation process and
   where necessary, write a trade test.
10. The municipality respects the conditions of the Protection of Personal Information Act. By submitting your information and application you
    confirm that the information you have provide to us is true, correct and up to date.
11. Only candidates within the Bergrivier Muncipal area (WC013) will be considered.
12. Successful candidates will be expected to sign a contract of employment, disclosure of benefits and interest and a performance contract
    (where applicable) with the employer.
    A covering letter with at least two contactable references (managers, subordinates or peers), must accompany the completed prescribed
    application form (available on request at Tel. 022 913 6000 or on the municipality’s website www.bergmun.org.za) with certified copies of
    the necessary qualification certificates and a Curriculum Vitae (Maximum of 3 pages), to reach Municipal Offices (Aurora, Eendekuil,
    Redelinghuys, Piketberg, Porterville & Velddrif) within the municipal area or posted to PO Box 60, Piketberg, 7320 or by courier to
    13 Church Street, Piketberg, 7320, for the attention of Mr DF Verhoog, to reach him by no later than the closing date.
    You should note that the Municipality does not accept responsibility for applications that are mailed or sent by courier and are received
    late or not at all. The onus is still on you to ensure that your application reaches the municipality before the closing date.

NO FAXES OR ELECTRONIC APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

SENIOR WORKER: STORES (PIKETBERG)

SENIOR WORKER: STORES (PIKETBERG)
DIRECTORATE: FINANCIAL SERVICES
REF: FD62/063/PB

Qualifications: Grade 12
Experience: Two (2) – Five (5) years’ relevant experience

Requirements: Code B driver’s licence ∙ Computer Literacy: MS Office ∙ Proficiency in at least two of the official languages of the Western Cape
(Afrikaans/English/Xhosa- Read, Write and Speak) ∙ Good human relations, interpersonal and communication skills ∙ High level of responsibility ∙
Ability to give attention to detail ˑ Must be physically fit and able bodied · Required to work outside normal working hours during emergencies and
planned overtime ˑ Must perform duties in the whole area of the municipality when required ˑ The incumbent must adhere to the Occupational
Health and Safety Act.

Job purpose: Controls the receipting, storage and movement of stock items applying specific procedures to enable identification with
replenishing/order requirements, controlling of stock movement, attending to the recording and reporting of stock levels and adjustments and
providing information to personnel in respect of specific stock items.

Key Performance Areas: Executes specific applications associated with controlling the receiving, storage and issue of stock items · Issue stock
items ∙ Performs specific administrative tasks/activities associated with the functionality · Prepare progress report and stock schedules detailing the
quantity of stock on hand detailing reason for specific variances and the need for stock adjustment and forwarding for perusal, processing and
approval ∙ Responsible to part take in the Municipality’s Performance Management and Development System.

Salary: R 162 636.00 per annum (T06 of a Category 3 Local Authority)
Date of acceptance: 01 July 2025 as soon as possible
Enquiries: Mr SM Wilschut at 022 913 6000

GENERAL:

1. A service bonus equivalent to one month’s salary, where applicable, will be payable and be supplemented by the normal benefits
   applicable to the Municipality including a housing allowance for home owners subject to certain conditions.
2. The Municipality is an equal opportunity employer and respects the conditions of the Employment Equity Act, preference will be given to
   candidates who comply with the Employment Equity Targets.
3. The Municipality is not bound to make any appointment.
4. All appointments are subjected to SAPD Clearance; which means that you give us permission to obtain Police clearance, by applying for a
   position at the Municipality.
5. Applications received after the closing date or which have been received without the documentation mentioned below, will not be
   considered.
6. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for interviews. Applicants can regard their applications as being unsuccessful if no feedback
   has been received within six weeks from the closing date.
7. Canvassing of any councillor and/or member of the Appointment Committee and/or any personnel member of the Municipality will not be
   allowed and will immediately disqualify applicants.
8. In addition to the minimum job requirements and station mentioned herein, applicants may be expected to work overtime or be on standby,
   as well as render services in other parts within the municipal area, as required.
9. Appointment in certain posts is subject to a security clearance and applicants will also undergo an interview and evaluation process and
   where necessary, write a trade test.
10. The municipality respects the conditions of the Protection of Personal Information Act. By submitting your information and application you
    confirm that the information you have provide to us is true, correct and up to date.
11. Only candidates within the Bergrivier Muncipal area (WC013) will be considered.
12. Successful candidates will be expected to sign a contract of employment, disclosure of benefits and interest and a performance contract
    (where applicable) with the employer.
    A covering letter with at least two contactable references (managers, subordinates or peers), must accompany the completed prescribed
    application form (available on request at Tel. 022 913 6000 or on the municipality’s website www.bergmun.org.za) with certified copies of
    the necessary qualification certificates and a Curriculum Vitae (Maximum of 3 pages), to reach Municipal Offices (Aurora, Eendekuil,
    Redelinghuys, Piketberg, Porterville & Velddrif) within the municipal area or posted to PO Box 60, Piketberg, 7320 or by courier to
    13 Church Street, Piketberg, 7320, for the attention of Mr DF Verhoog, to reach him by no later than the closing date.
    You should note that the Municipality does not accept responsibility for applications that are mailed or sent by courier and are received
    late or not at all. The onus is still on you to ensure that your application reaches the municipality before the closing date.

NO FAXES OR ELECTRONIC APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY, 09 MAY 2025 AT 15:00

RECEPTIONIST / TELEPHONIST (VELDDRIF)

RECEPTIONIST / TELEPHONIST (VELDDRIF)
DIRECTORATE: CORPORATE SERVICES
REF: KD22/101/VD

Qualification: Grade 12;
Experience: Two (2) years’ relevant experience required

Requirements: Computer Literacy: MS Office  Proficiency in at least two of the official languages of the Western Cape (Afrikaans/English/Xhosa –
Read, Write and Speak) ∙ Good human relations, interpersonal and communication skills ∙ Ability to give attention to detail ∙ High level of
responsibility ∙ Ability to work under pressure ∙ Must maintain confidentiality ∙ Must work overtime when required ∙ Good public relations, hearing
and speech ability ∙ Must be physically fit and abled bodied ∙ Must perform duties in the whole area of the municipality when required

Job Purpose: Provides a receptionist / telephonist service and communicates with visitors and officials sourcing and making available routine
information pertaining to scheduled activities of the office or Municipality ∙ Assist with the execution of basic administrative functions e.g. bookings
of the town halls and relief duties at the switchboard

Key Performance Areas: Performs specific tasks / activities associated with the provision of a reception / telephonist ∙ Performs specific tasks /
activities associated with records, documents and correspondence control ∙ Customer care services ∙ Communication ∙ Responsible to partake in
the Municipality’s Performance Management and Development System

Salary: R 162 636.00 per annum (T06 of a Category 3 Local Authority)
Date of acceptance: 01 July 2025 or as soon as possible
Enquiries: Adv. L Roos at 022 913 6049

GENERAL:

1. A service bonus equivalent to one month’s salary, where applicable, will be payable and be supplemented by the normal benefits
   applicable to the Municipality including a housing allowance for home owners subject to certain conditions.
2. The Municipality is an equal opportunity employer and respects the conditions of the Employment Equity Act, preference will be given to
   candidates who comply with the Employment Equity Targets.
3. The Municipality is not bound to make any appointment.
4. All appointments are subjected to SAPS Clearance; which means that by applying for a position at the Municipality, you give us permission
   to obtain a Police clearance.
5. Applications received after the closing date or which have been received without the documentation mentioned below, will not be
   considered.
6. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for interviews. Applicants can regard their applications as being unsuccessful if no feedback
   has been received within six weeks from the closing date.
7. Canvassing of any councillor and/or member of the Appointment Committee and/or any personnel member of the Municipality will not be
   allowed and will immediately disqualify applicants.
8. In addition to the minimum job requirements and station mentioned herein, applicants may be expected to work overtime or be on standby,
   as well as render services in other parts within the municipal area, as required.
9. Appointment in certain posts is subject to a security clearance and applicants will also undergo an interview and evaluation process and
   where necessary, write a trade test.
10. The municipality respects the conditions of the Personal Information Act. By submitting your information and application you confirm that
    the information you have provide to us is true, up to date and correct.
11. Only candidates within the Bergrivier Muncipal area (WC013) will be considered.
12. Successful candidates will be expected to sign a contract of employment, disclosure of benefits and interest and a performance contract
    (where applicable) with the employer.
    A covering letter with at least two contactable references (managers, subordinates or peers), must accompany the completed prescribed
    application form (available on request at Tel. 022 913 6000 or on the municipality’s website www.bergmun.org.za) with certified copies of
    the necessary qualification certificates and a Curriculum Vitae (Maximum of 3 pages), to reach Municipal Offices (Aurora, Eendekuil,
    Redelinghuys, Piketberg, Porterville & Velddrif) within the municipal area or posted to PO Box 60, Piketberg, 7320 or by courier to 13
    Church Street, Piketberg, 7320, for the attention of Mr DF Verhoog, to reach him by no later than the closing date.
    You should note that the Municipality does not accept responsibility for applications that are mailed or sent by courier and are received
    late or not at all. The onus is still on you to ensure that your application reaches the municipality before the closing date.
    NO FAXES OR ELECTRONIC APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
    CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY, 09 MAY 2025 AT 15:00

JUNIOR ELECTRICIAN (PIKETBERG) TD293/621PB

JUNIOR ELECTRICIAN (PIKETBERG) TD293/621PB
JUNIOR ELECTRICIAN (PIKETBERG) TD294/621/PB
DIRECTORATE: TECHNICAL SERVICES

Qualifications: Trade certificate
Experience: One (1) – Two (2) years’ experience

Requirements: Code B driver’s license ∙ Proficiency in at least 2 of the official languages of the Western Cape (Afrikaans/English/isiXhosa

• read, write & speak)  Good supervision, human relations, interpersonal and communication skills  Ability to give attention to detail  High
  level of responsibility  Must be physically fit and able bodied  Required to work in all weather conditions ∙ Must be prepared to enter
  confined spaces ∙ Required to work outside normal working hours during emergencies and planned overtime ∙ Must perform duties in the
  whole area of the municipality

Job Purpose: To construct, test and maintain single phase & three phase electrical consumer supplies, meter installations and electrical
overhead and underground networks to the different types of end users of electricity, to ensure the continuity and quality of the electrical
supply

Key Performance Areas: Interprets specific pre-work/site requirements with regards to installation, repairs and planned and predictive
maintenance sequences and guides the activities of personnel∙ Completes internal transactional documentation (e.g. time sheets, log
sheets, progress and productivity field report, etc.) and related forms (vehicle checklist) ∙ Performs specific tasks associated with the
operation of heavy and/or specialized vehicles and equipment (crane trucks, etc.) during electrical installation, repair and maintenance
activities ∙ Co-ordinates activities associated with the construction and installations of medium / low voltage electrical networks ∙ Remove
and install conventional and prepaid meters ∙ Trouble shooting, fault finding and repairing to medium / low voltage reticulation and electrical
systems

Salary: R 280 668.00 per annum (T10 of a Category 3 Local Authority)
Date of acceptance: 01 July 2025 or as soon as possible
Enquiries: Mr JJ Erasmus at 022 913 6028

GENERAL:

1. A service bonus equivalent to one month’s salary, where applicable, will be payable and be supplemented by the normal benefits
   applicable to the Municipality including a housing allowance for home owners subject to certain conditions.
2. The Municipality is an equal opportunity employer and respects the conditions of the Employment Equity Act, preference will be
   given to candidates who comply with the Employment Equity Targets.
3. The Municipality is not bound to make any appointment.
4. All appointments are subject to SAPS Clearance; which means that by applying for a position at the Municipality, you give us
   permission to obtain a Police clearance.
5. Applications received after the closing date or which have been received without the documentation mentioned below, will not be
   considered.
6. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for interviews. Applicants can regard their applications as being unsuccessful if no
   feedback has been received within six weeks from the closing date.
7. Canvassing of any councillor and/or member of the Appointment Committee and/or any personnel member of the Municipality will
   not be allowed and will immediately disqualify applicants.
8. In addition to the minimum job requirements and station mentioned herein, applicants may be expected to work overtime or be on
   standby, as well as render services in other parts within the municipal area, as required.
9. Appointment in certain posts is subject to a security clearance and applicants will also undergo an interview and evaluation process
   and where necessary, write a trade test.
10. The municipality respects the conditions of the Protection of Personal Information Act. By submitting your information and
    application you confirm that the information you have provide to us is true, up to date and correct.
11. Preference will be given to local candidates within the Bergrivier Municipal area (WC013).
12. Successful candidates will be expected to sign a contract of employment, disclosure of benefits and interests and a performance
    contract (where applicable) with the employer.
    A covering letter with at least two (2) contactable references (managers, subordinates or peers), must accompany the completed
    prescribed application form (available on request at Tel. 022 9136000 or on the municipality’s website www.bergmun.org.za) with
    certified copies of the necessary qualification certificates, ID document, Drivers Licence and a Curriculum Vitae (Maximum of 3 pages),
    (only one post per application form) to reach Municipal Offices (Aurora, Eendekuil, Redelinghuys, Piketberg, Porterville & Velddrif) within
    the municipal area or posted to PO Box 60, Piketberg, 7320 or by courier to 13 Church Street, Piketberg, 7320, for the attention of Mr DF
    Verhoog, to reach him by no later than the closing date.
    You should note that the Municipality does not accept responsibility for applications that are mailed or sent by courier and are received
    late or not at all. The onus is still on you to ensure that your application reaches the municipality before the closing date.
    NO FAXES OR ELECTRONIC APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
    CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY, 09 MAY 2025 AT 15:00

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