OVERBERG DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY

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FIREFIGHTER (1 X SWELLENDAM) (1 X GRABOUW)

The OVERBERG DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY has the following vacancy in the Directorate: Community Services, Department Emergency Services, to be filled permanently as soon as possible.

Requirements: Grade 12 or higher; Two (2) years continuous operational experience required as a Learner
Firefighter or served as a Firefighter in the fire services in a Municipal environment or designated fire services; Fire Fighter 1 Certificate; Hazmat Awareness Certificate; First Aid Level 3 Certificate; Valid Code C1 driver’s licence; Must be physically and mentally fit; Medical Test NFPA 1582; No criminal record.

Other Requirements: The incumbent must ensure operational readiness of Vehicles and equipment. Applicants must be literate in at least two of the three Official Languages of the Western Cape.

Responsibilities/ Duties: The incumbent is responsible for performing operational functions of the services as determined by the Fire Act in order to save lives and property and render humanitarian services, such as, Fire Fighting; Performing Rescues and Emergency Medical Services; Handling of Hazardous materials incidents; Humanitarian services (Animal rescue, assistance during disasters and mitigation of floods and storm damage); Assist in Fire Prevention activities; Public Fire and Life Safety Education; Take control of small to medium fires/incidents.

The competency level for this position is a level 2 as stipulated in Annexure A of the Municipal Staff Regulations Government Notice No. 890 as promulgated in Government Gazette 45181 dated 20 September 2021 and comprises of the following competencies.

Job related enquiries: Mr R Geldenhuys (028 425 1157)

Salary: T-8 = R 238 056 – R 309 012 per annum plus the normal fringe benefits of a Local Authority.

Closing date: 20 March 2026

All applications must be submitted on the prescribed ODM application form, (found on www.odm.org.za) together with a detailed CV, certified copies of original qualifications, ID document and driver’s licence, the names of three references from current and previous employers including their current e-mail addresses. All documents are to be returned to the Department: Human Resources, 26 Long
Street, Bredasdorp 7280, for attention Ms Anita August or emailed to aaugust@odm.org.za. Incomplete and late applications and applications with no proof of requirements will not be processed or considered.

Please note: Due to no Post Office in Bredasdorp, it is preferred that applications be delivered by hand or emailed.
Please note:

1. Overberg District Municipality is committed to Equal Opportunity. Candidates from designated groups, are encouraged to apply.
2. It would be expected of candidates to be subjected to evaluations and that previous and current employers, as well as references, will
   be contacted. Verification will be done on qualifications, criminal and credit records.
3. Overberg District Municipality complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), Act 4 of 2013. Applicants agree that
   their personal information may be recorded and processed by the Municipality.
4. If no notification is received within 90 days, please regard your application as unsuccessful. The right not to make an appointment or
   to re-advertise is reserved by council.
5. The permanent appointment includes the signing of an employment contract, declaration of interest and performance agreement.
6. The appointed employee will be appointed on a minimum probationary period of three months and a maximum probationary period
   of twelve months.

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SENIOR ARTISAN MECHANIC (1 X CALEDON)

The OVERBERG DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY has the following vacancies in the Directorate: Community Services, Department Roads Services, to be filled permanently as soon as possible.

Requirements: Trade Test Certificate in Diesel Mechanic; 3-5 years’ post apprenticeship experience required. Additional experience in auto-electric, hydraulics, air brake systems and maintenance of earth moving machines will be an advantage. Valid Code EC driver’s licence with PDP.

Responsibilities/ Duties: Perform high level complex activities within the trade. Works independently and could supervise staff.
Applicants must be literate in at least two of the three languages of the Western Cape.

The competency level for this position is a level 3 as stipulated in Annexure A of the Municipal Staff Regulations Government Notice No. 890 as promulgated in Government Gazette 45181 dated 20 September 2021 and comprises of the following competencies.

Job related enquiries: Mr J Smith (028 425 1157)
Salary: T-11 = R 356 244 – R 462 420 per annum plus the normal fringe benefits of a Local Authority.

Please Note: Appointments are subject to medical testing as per the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHASA).
Closing date: 20 March 2026

All applications must be submitted on the prescribed ODM application form, (found on www.odm.org.za) together with a detailed CV, certified copies of original qualifications, ID document and driver’s licence, the names of three references from current and previous employers including their current e-mail addresses. All documents are to be returned to the Department: Human Resources, 26 Long
Street, Bredasdorp 7280, for attention Ms Anita August or emailed to aaugust@odm.org.za. Incomplete and late applications and applications with no proof of requirements will not be processed or considered.

Please note: Due to no Post Office in Bredasdorp, it is preferred that applications be delivered by hand or emailed.
Please note:

1. Overberg District Municipality is committed to Equal Opportunity. Candidates from designated groups, are encouraged to apply.
2. It would be expected of candidates to be subjected to evaluations and that previous and current employers, as well as references, will
   be contacted. Verification will be done on qualifications, criminal and credit records.
3. Overberg District Municipality complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), Act 4 of 2013. Applicants agree that
   their personal information may be recorded and processed by the Municipality.
4. If no notification is received within 90 days, please regard your application as unsuccessful. The right not to make an appointment or
   to re-advertise is reserved by council.
5. The permanent appointment includes the signing of an employment contract, declaration of interest and performance agreement.
6. The appointed employee will be appointed on a minimum probationary period of three months and a maximum probationary period
   of twelve months.

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SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR

The OVERBERG DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY has the following vacancy in the Office of the Municipal Manager, Department
Internal Audit, to be filled permanently as soon as possible.

Requirements: A relevant 3 year qualification, with preference in auditing or internal audit as a major. Proof of registration with a recognised profession. Five (5) to eight (8) years relevant experience required includes two (2) years of supervisory experience. Computer Literacy: MS Offive. A Valid Code B Drivers License. Applicants must be literate in at least two of the three Official languages of the Western Cape.

Responsibilities/ Duties: The incumbent will be responsible for planning the audit engagements in accordance with the internal audit methodology and Global Internal Audit Standards. Execute the audit engagement, communicating with management and drafting the audit report. Conduct follow up reviews, monitoring compliance tools and conduct investigations when required.

The competency level for this position is a level 3 as stipulated in Annexure A of the Municipal Staff Regulations Government Notice No. 890 as promulgated in Government Gazette 45181 dated 20 September 2021 and comprises of the following competencies.

Job related enquiries: Ms S Cupido at (028 425 1157)
Salary: T-12 = R 420 576 – R 545 916 per annum plus the normal fringe benefits of a Local Authority.

Closing date: 20 March 2026

All applications must be submitted on the prescribed ODM Employment Application Form, (found on www.odm.org.za) together with a detailed CV, certified copies of original qualifications, ID document and driver’s licence, the names of three references from current and previous employers including their current e-mail addresses. All documents are to be returned by hand to the Department: Human Resources, 26 Long Street, Bredasdorp 7280, for attention Ms Anita August or emailed to
aaugust@odm.org.za. Incomplete and late applications and applications with no proof of requirements will not be processed or considered.

Please note: Due to no Post Office in Bredasdorp, it is preferred that applications be delivered by hand or emailed.
Please note:

1. Overberg District Municipality is committed to Equal Opportunity. Candidates from designated groups, including those with
   disabilities, are encouraged to apply.
2. It would be expected of candidates to be subjected to evaluations and that previous and current employers, as well as
   references, will be contacted. Verification will be done on qualifications, criminal and credit records.
3. Overberg District Municipality complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), Act 4 of 2013. Applicants
   agree that their personal information may be recorded and processed by the Municipality.
4. If no notification is received within 90 days, please regard your application as unsuccessful. The right not to make an
   appointment or to re-advertise is reserved by council.
5. The permanent appointment includes the signing of an employment contract, declaration of interest and performance
   agreement.
6. The appointed employee will be appointed on a minimum probationary period of three months and a maximum probationary
   period of twelve months.

Click here to apply

We wish you all the best with your applications