MANAGER: INTEGRATED WASTE MANAGEMENT

KNYSNA MUNICIPALITY
Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified individuals with enthusiasm for the following career opportunity in our dynamic organisation:

MANAGER: INTEGRATED WASTE MANAGEMENT
DIRECTORATE: COMMUNITY SERVICES
Task Level 16: R 675 120 to R876 120 (Basic Salary)
R 954 786 to R1 214 691 (Total Cost to Council Package)
(PERMANENT APPOINTMENT)
Applicable Municipal benefits will apply.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Relevant 4 Year tertiary qualification, preferably a B-Tech Degree in Environmental Health or
  equivalent related qualification
• 8 Years Relevant experience with a minimum of 3 years at supervisory level
• Registered with relevant professional body
• Peace Officer Certificate
• Driver’s License EB
• Computer Literacy (MS Office Suite)
• Compliance with the Municipal Minimum Competencies (MMC) or require same in terms of the
  exemption within 18 Months from date of appointment.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Manage, control and coordinate the operations of Integrated Waste Management services of the
  Knysna Municipality
• Managing and coordinating the elimination of waste by reducing the amount of waste produced in
  society and helping to eliminate the generation of harmful and persistent waste. (Waste Recycling)
• Managing and coordinating public awareness creation with regard to waste minimisation and recycling
  campaigns and general waste management
• Manages the formulation of specific contracts and tender documents and controls contractual
  obligations
• Manage Financial aspects of the Waste Management Division
• Management of Human Resources in the Division line with municipal policies and procedure as well
  as legislation
• Management of general administration of the division
• Monthly reporting by Division in compliance with various legislation
• Adhering to all safety and health practices and promote good housekeeping on an ongoing basis
• Co-ordinate specific waste management education and awareness initiatives associated with the key
  performance and result indicators of the functionality
• Provides operational budget, project management and Administration systems, processes and
  services
• Ensure a clean and healthy environment, through inspections related to illegal dumping in residential
  areas, open spaces and public facilities

COMPETENCIES
CORE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Communication; Attention to detail; Planning, Organising and Control; Conceptual Thinking; Evaluation and Research;
  Information Management; Project Management

All applications will be considered, but in terms of its Employment Equity Target, the Municipality would prefer to appoint an African, Coloured Female or an Indian Male if a suitable candidate in that category can be identified.

PLEASE NOTE: (Failure to comply with the below will result in disqualification)

• All applications MUST be on a Knysna Municipal Application form (https://www.knysna.gov.za/wpcontent/uploads/2022/09/Knysna-Municipality-New-Job-Application-From.pdf) accompanied by a comprehensive CV
  with certified copies of qualifications (not older than 6 months), copies of training, experience, competency and
  previous employment record must accompany applications.
• Application forms are obtainable from the Municipal website: www.knysna.gov.za. Completed applications
  should be forwarded via email to: vacanciescommunity@knysna.gov.za
• Correspondence will ONLY be entered into with shortlisted candidates. Should candidates not be contacted
  within three months after the closing date, they may accept their application as unsuccessful.
• For enquiries, contact the Human Resources Office 044 3026307 or on email address:
  lphillips@knysna.gov.za.

Canvassing for appointment is strictly prohibited and any confirming thereof will disqualify the candidate.

CLOSING DATE: 13 June 2025

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We wish you all the best with your applications