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  1. Heavy Plant Operator
  2. Area Cleansing Officer
  3. Supervisor (Transfer Station)
  4. Senior Supervisor (Buildings)
  5. Small Plant Operator

Heavy Plant Operator

Closing Date2024/05/10
Reference NumberETH240425-3
Job Number35003912-1
Job TitleHeavy Plant Operator
Job TypePermanent
Job GradeT07
DivisionNil
DepartmentPlant And Engineering
BranchEngineering And Projects
Vacancy GroupTRADING SERVICES
Reporting ToSenior Supervisor
Location – Town / CityDurban
Location – ProvinceKwaZulu-Natal
Location – CountrySouth Africa
Special ConditionsRequired to rotate on the various heavy plant machines.
Required to work in all weather and ground conditions.
Required to work in an environment that consists of waste, leachate and contaminated liquids.
The incumbents must be able to work planned and unplanned overtime and report for duty on
weekends as and when required.
Job PurposeTo operate all heavy plant within Durban Solid Waste fleet.
Key Responsibility Areas• Operating various items of heavy plant such as Landfill Compactor, Bull Dozer, Hydraulic
• Excavator, Front-end loaders, Vibratory roller, Grader, Articulated dump/ dump trucks, Service truck and Water Tanker.
• Operate the heavy plant in the right direction and angles to ensure efficient operation and prevent accidents and damage of property.
• Recording daily work output, hour meter/ odometer readings by completion of relevant production sheets.
• Representing management at disciplinary hearings by acting as witness.
• Mentor for employees in training/ new employees in the safe and efficient operation of construction equipment.
Competencies• Operation Monitoring
• Quality Control Analysis
• Work Place Safety
• Service Delivery Orientation
• Communication
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Action Orientation
• Accountability and Ethical Conduct
• Team Orientation
Essential Requirements• Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent.
• Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code EC).
• Valid permit in the operation of heavy plant.
• 2 Years relevant experience. 
Preferred Requirements• 3 Years relevant experience.
Housing SubsidyYes
LeaveYes
Medical AidYes
Other AllowancesN/A
Pension FundYes
Remuneration(R 208 686.56 min / R 270 896.51 max) p.a Basic Salary
13th ChequeYes
Contact NameHuman Capital -CSW
Contact Telephone031 311 6251

Area Cleansing Officer

Closing Date2024/05/10
Reference NumberETH240425-2
Job Number35000736
Job TitleArea Cleansing Officer
Job TypePermanent
Job GradeT11
DivisionKingsburgh
DepartmentOperations
BranchSouth
Vacancy GroupTRADING SERVICES
Reporting ToManager (Operations)
Location – Town / CityDurban
Location – ProvinceKwaZulu-Natal
Location – CountrySouth Africa
Special ConditionsPost of Area Cleansing Officer are interchangeable within the Department at the discretion of the Head (Cleansing and Solid Waste).
Incumbents must be prepared to work planned and unplanned overtime should the need arise.
This post reports to MANAGER (OPERATIONS)
Job PurposeTo implement the collection of domestic, commercial, industrial and garden waste in accordance
with relevant regulations and bylaws. 
Key Responsibility Areas• Responsible for staff control and administration.
• Control the operations of the area.
• Liaise with public, other municipal departments and outside organisation on various concerns raised.
• Actively promote safety and accident prevention in the working environment.
• Enforce bylaws and tariffs and attend to law enforcement of waste management services.
• Represent the branch at various council/ working group/ liaison or similar meetings.
• Plan and schedule the removal of informal shacks.
• Undertake related assignments.
Competencies• Communication
• Attention to detail
• Planning and Organising
• Information Management
• Waste Management
• Environmental Pollution Control
• Service Delivery Orientation
• Client Orientation and Customer Focus
• Integrity
• Resilience
• Impact and Influence
• Team Orientation
Essential Requirements• Diploma (NQF Level 6) in one of the following qualifications:
   Operations Management 
   Environmental Management 
   Environmental Engineering
   Waste Management
   Public Management 
   Logistics Management 
   or any other related and equivalent qualification.
• Valid motor vehicle driving license.
• 3 Years relevant experience.
Preferred Requirements• 4 Years relevant experience. 
Housing SubsidyYes
LeaveYes
Medical AidYes
Other AllowancesCar Allowance (Locomotion)
Pension FundYes
Remuneration(R 619 395.00 min / R 779 825.00 max) pa. Total Remuneration Package.
13th ChequeYes
Contact NameHuman Capital -CSW
Contact Telephone031 311 6251

Supervisor (Transfer Station)

Closing Date2024/05/10
Reference NumberETH240425-1
Job Number35006058
Job TitleSupervisor (Transfer Station)
Job TypePermanent
Job GradeT07
DivisionElectron Road
DepartmentPlant And Engineering
BranchTransfer Station
Vacancy GroupTRADING SERVICES
Reporting ToTransfer Station Officer
Location – Town / CityDurban
Location – ProvinceKwaZulu-Natal
Location – CountrySouth Africa
Special ConditionsThe posts of Supervisor (Transfer Station) are interchangeable within departments at the direction of 
the Deputy Head.
Job PurposeTo operate the refuse transfer station effectively. 
Key Responsibility Areas• Ensure effective running of the transfer station.
• Operate the static compactor and liaising with drivers.
• Supervise the hitching up and disengaging of full and empty containers to and from compact and ensure safe operation.
• Ensure that container are ready for transporting by supervising the placement of the cages on the container.
• Keep record of number of containers filled each day.
• Supervision and control of staff.
Competencies• Operation Monitoring
• Quality Control Analysis
• Operation and Control
• Troubleshooting
• Work Place Safety
• Service Delivery Orientation
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Communication
• Accountability and ethical Conduct
• Impact and Influence
• Team Orientation 
Essential Requirements• Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent.
• Valid motor vehicle driving license.
• 2 Years relevant experience.
Preferred Requirements• Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Operations Management or Road Transportation or equivalent.
• 3 years relevant experience with 1 year supervisory experience. 
Housing SubsidyYes
LeaveYes
Medical AidYes
Other AllowancesN/A
Pension FundYes
Remuneration(R 208 686.56 min / R 270 896.51 max) p.a Basic Salary
13th ChequeYes
Contact NameHuman Capital -CSW
Contact Telephone031 311 6251

Senior Supervisor (Buildings)

Closing Date2024/05/10
Reference NumberETH240422-1
Job Number53000322
Job TitleSenior Supervisor (Buildings)
Job TypePermanent
Job GradeT09
DivisionNil
DepartmentRegional Administration
BranchFacilities
Vacancy GroupSizakala Customer Service
Reporting ToCo-Ordinator (Facilities)
Location – Town / CityDurban
Location – ProvinceKwaZulu-Natal
Location – CountrySouth Africa
Job PurposeResponsible for managing the buildings under Regional Centres by supervising the caretaking, building maintenance, office cleaning and minor office relocating functions.
Key Responsibility Areas• Controls and co-ordinates the maintenance and usage functions of all buildings under Regional Centres.
• Supervision and control of subordinate staff.
• Provides input on budgetary issues for maintenance items to ensure adequate financial
provision is made for the reasonable upkeep of the buildings.
• Obtains quotations for outside purchases / service requisitions.
• Implements safety standards by ensuring compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Competencies• Problem solving.
• Planning and organising.
• Organisational awareness.
• Task Management.
• Workplace safety.
• Communication.
• Service delivery orientation.
• Action and outcome orientation.
• Ethics and accountability.
• Impact and influence.
Essential Requirements• Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent and an Administrative Certificate.
• Valid motor vehicle driving license.
• 3 Years relevant experience.
• Computer Literacy.
Preferred Requirements• Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Facilities or Building Management or any other related and
equivalent qualification.
• 4 Years relevant experience.Special conditions:
• Be able to work after hours.
Physical requirements:
• Must be physically fit to carry out the duties of the post.
Housing SubsidyYes
LeaveYes
Medical AidYes
Pension FundYes
RemunerationR264 549.62 – R343 387.13 per annum
13th ChequeYes
Contact NameLilly Tandabantu
Contact Telephone031 322 7701

Small Plant Operator

Closing Date2024/05/10
Reference NumberETH240416-3
Job Number36001316
Job TitleSmall Plant Operator
Job TypePermanent
Job GradeT04
DivisionAsphalt Paving
DepartmentRoads Provision
BranchRoads Rehabilitation
Vacancy GroupEngineering
Reporting ToTeam Leader
Location – Town / CityDurban
Location – ProvinceKwaZulu-Natal
Location – CountrySouth Africa
Job PurposeTo perform tasks/ activities associated with road rehabilitation works.
Key Responsibility AreasUndertakes general labouring tasks and operates small plant and equipment during 
road rehabilitation works.
Attends to the preparation of work site, e.g. loading/ off-loading equipment, tools, etc 
and/ or fastening slings/ ropes and guiding/ holding material/ equipment during the 
loading/ off-loading sequence.
Sets outs and, removes on completion, roadworks signage isolating areas and 
indicating/ warning users of the obstructions.
Connects generators and compressors in accordance with standard operating 
procedures.
Breaks surfaces using electric or pneumatic paving breakers and/ or excavating/ 
backfilling trenches using small plant.
Mixes and lays concrete, crusher run, in situ concrete, etc and smooths / compacts 
surfaces using specialised light plant and equipment.
Prepares and applies sealants (e.g. bitumen mix) to tarred surfaces using hand held 
sprayers.
Marks, drills, and mounts signage on supporting structures.
Paints old/ new directional signals, signs, and lines on road surfaces.
Cleans worksites, stores equipment, and tools and loads materials prior to departure 
from work site.
CompetenciesManging Work.
Quality Orientation.
Oral Communication.
Workplace Safety.
Operation Monitoring.
Interpersonal Relationships.
Communication.
Team Orientation.
Learning Orientation. 
Essential RequirementsAn appropriate level of primary education.
Certification of competency in the operation of small plant and equipment to be 
acquired within six months from appointment.
6 Months relevant experience. 
Preferred RequirementsAn appropriate level of secondary education.
1 Year relevant experience
Housing SubsidyYes
LeaveYes
Medical AidYes
Pension FundYes
RemunerationR133 660,78 – R168 585,57 per annum
13th ChequeYes
Contact NameHrengrecruit / Hrsystems
Contact Telephone0313117740 / 0313226050

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