Langeberg Municipality is excited to announce a series of new vacancies across various departments. The Municipality is seeking dynamic and dedicated individuals to apply for these positions and become part of its committed team, which is focused on delivering exceptional services to the community.
Those who are passionate about contributing to local development and public service are encouraged to explore these opportunities and advance their careers with Langeberg Municipality.
Langeberg Municipality Vacancies
1. Artisan: Electrician
- Reference Number: 39/2024
- Place of Work: Robertson, Langeberg Municipality (2 Posts)
- Status: Permanent Appointment
- Remuneration: R270,996 – R351,720 per annum, plus standard local authority benefits
Qualifications/Experience:
- Trade Certificate
- Code C1 Driving License
- Computer Literacy (MS Office)
- 1-2 Years Relevant Experience
Key Performance Areas:
- Maintenance of high voltage electrical lines (66kV/11kV/420V)
- Installation and maintenance of street lighting
- Termination and joining of electrical cables (11kV/420V/230V)
- Installation of distribution transformers and miniature substations
- Installation of metering transformers and equipment
- Setup of service connections with conventional and prepaid meters
- Repair of municipal electrical installations
- Fault finding in 415V/230V cables
Competencies Required:
- Managing Work: Efficiently manages time and resources
- Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves issues effectively
- Planning and Organizing: Executes activities according to plans
- Quality Orientation: Ensures high standards and attention to detail
- Workplace Safety: Identifies and corrects safety issues
- Technical Skills: Demonstrates relevant technical knowledge and experience
- Service Delivery Orientation: Innovates to improve municipal processes
- Communication: Effective verbal and written communication
- Action Orientation: Focuses on achieving goals despite challenges
- Resilience: Handles pressure constructively
- Ethical Conduct: Adheres to high standards of ethical behavior
Enquiries: Mr. GA Lotter, Manager: Electrical Engineering Services, 023 626 8266
2. Driver Operator: Tractor with Skip Trailer
- Reference Number: 40/2024 (Re-advertisement)
- Place of Work: Montagu, Langeberg Municipality
- Status: Permanent Appointment
- Remuneration: R133,716 – R172,728 per annum, plus standard local authority benefits
Qualifications/Experience:
- Basic Literacy
- 1-2 Years Relevant Experience
- Code EB Driving License
Key Performance Areas:
- Drive tractor for waste collection
- Inspect and maintain tractor and equipment
- Load and unload products and materials
- Complete internal documentation (log sheets, vehicle checklists)
- Adhere to safety regulations during operation
Competencies Required:
- Vehicle Safety: Ensures vehicle is roadworthy and safe
- Driving Behavior: Complies with traffic laws and interacts with road-users appropriately
- Learning Orientation: Continuously improves driving skills
- Quality Orientation: Ensures high-quality outcomes
- Public Service Orientation: Enhances municipal service delivery
- Communication: Effective communication skills
- Action Orientation: Reliable and energetic in achieving goals
- Resilience: Persistent despite obstacles
- Ethical Conduct: Maintains ethical standards
Enquiries: Mr. GM Slingers, Manager: Solid Waste Management, 023 616 8008
3. Building Inspector
- Reference Number: 41/2024
- Place of Work: Montagu, Langeberg Municipality
- Status: Permanent Appointment
- Remuneration: R270,996 – R351,720 per annum, plus standard local authority benefits
Qualifications/Experience:
- Relevant National Diploma (NQF6)
- 3-5 Years Relevant Experience (preferably in a Local Authority)
- Code B Driving License
- Knowledge of SANS10400 and National Building Regulations
- Computer Literacy (MS Office)
- Eligible for registration as a Peace Officer
Key Performance Areas:
- Enforce building regulations and municipal by-laws
- Review and recommend building plans
- Assist with public inquiries on building control
- Maintain records and safekeep building plans
- Monitor and control illegal building activities
Competencies Required:
- Building Development Control: Proactive in safety and security
- Customer Centricity: Focuses on high-quality service delivery
- Legal Administration: Analyzes data for effective decision-making
- Negotiation: Persuades and influences effectively
- Problem Solving: Identifies and addresses issues effectively
- Planning and Organizing: Manages activities within timeframes
- Communication: Clear verbal and written communication
- Service Delivery Orientation: Improves municipal processes
- Resilience: Manages challenges confidently
- Change Readiness: Adapts to and drives change
Enquiries: Mrs. TL Brunings, Manager: Town Planning, 023 614 8001
4. Superintendent: Community Facilities
- Reference Number: 42/2024
- Place of Work: Robertson, Langeberg Municipality
- Status: Permanent Appointment
- Remuneration: R270,996 – R351,720 per annum, plus standard local authority benefits
Qualifications/Experience:
- Grade 12 or relevant post-matric qualification
- 2-5 Years Relevant Experience
- Computer Literacy (MS Office)
- Code B Driving License
Key Performance Areas:
- Manage operational aspects of halls and gardens
- Supervise personnel, vehicles, and municipal property
- Consult on personnel, maintenance, and budget matters
- Adhere to council policies and safety measures
- Handle disciplinary processes and vehicle control
Competencies Required:
- Managing Work: Efficient time and resource management
- Planning and Organizing: Executes plans effectively
- Facility Management: Relevant skills and knowledge
- Workplace Safety: Identifies and rectifies safety issues
- Interpersonal Relationships: Builds productive relationships
- Communication: Effective communication skills
- Service Delivery Orientation: Innovates to enhance municipal processes
- Action Orientation: Persistent and reliable in achieving goals
- Resilience: Handles pressure effectively
- Change Readiness: Adapts and drives innovation
Enquiries: Mrs. LJH April, Manager: Community Facilities, 023 626 8259
5. Senior Clerk: Tourism
- Reference Number: 44/2024
- Place of Work: Robertson, Langeberg Municipality
- Status: Permanent Appointment
- Remuneration: R157,032 – R203,868 per annum, plus standard local authority benefits
Qualifications/Experience:
- Grade 12
- 2-5 Years Relevant Experience
- Code B Driving License
- Computer Literacy (MS Office)
Key Performance Areas:
- Manage tourism functions in Langeberg
- Gather and process tourism statistics
- Attend and represent Langeberg at tourism meetings
- Market Langeberg through media and events
- Develop tourism products and training programs
Competencies Required:
- Written Communication: Effective writing skills
- Oral Communication: Articulates messages clearly
- Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy and compliance
- Influencing: Persuades others effectively
- Ethics and Professionalism: Maintains high ethical standards
- Organizational Awareness: Understands municipal impact
- Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves issues
- Planning and Organizing: Manages activities within timeframes
- Service Delivery Orientation: Improves municipal service delivery
- Learning Orientation: Focuses on self-improvement
Enquiries: Mrs. I Cook, Manager: LED & Rural Development, 023 626 8201
6. Call Centre Operators
- Reference Number: 43/2024
- Place of Work: Ashton, Langeberg Municipality (4 Posts)
- Status: Permanent Appointment
- Remuneration: R189,936 – R246,468 per annum, plus standard local authority benefits
Qualifications/Experience:
- Grade 12
- 2-5 Years Relevant Experience
- Computer Literacy (MS Office)
- Telephone Etiquette
- Good Communication and Organizational Skills
Key Performance Areas:
- Handle public inquiries and complaints
- Manage and follow up on complaints
- Maintain accurate records of calls
- Coordinate emergency responses
- Operate the call center and perform general duties
Competencies Required:
- Written Communication: Effective written skills
- Oral Communication: Clear and convincing speech
- Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy and compliance
- Influencing: Interacts and influences effectively
- Ethics and Professionalism: Maintains high ethical standards
- Organizational Awareness: Understands the municipal impact
- Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves issues
- Planning and Organizing: Manages activities within timeframes
- Service Delivery Orientation: Enhances municipal service delivery
- Action Orientation: Focuses on achieving goals
Enquiries: Mr. AG Brönn, Assistant Manager: Governance Support, 023 615 2219
7. Senior Clerk: Salaries
- Reference Number: 45/2024
- Place of Work: Montagu, Langeberg Municipality
- Status: Permanent Appointment
- Remuneration: R157,032 – R203,868 per annum, plus standard local authority benefits
Qualifications/Experience:
- Grade 12
- 1-2 Years Relevant Experience
- Code B Driving License
- Computer Literacy (MS Office)
Key Performance Areas:
- Manage salary administration
- Process salaries and allowances
- Handle salary deductions and payments
- Manage salary information and queries
- Assist with control account balancing
Competencies Required:
- Written Communication: Effective written skills
- Oral Communication: Articulate and clear speech
- Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy
- Ethics and Professionalism: Maintains high ethical standards
- Organizational Awareness: Understands municipal objectives
- Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves issues
- Planning and Organizing: Manages activities efficiently
- Service Delivery Orientation: Focuses on high-quality service
- Learning Orientation: Continuously seeks self-improvement
Enquiries: Mr. TM Fourie, Assistant Manager: Salaries, 023 614 8000
8. Controller: Property Rates & Services (Ref nr 46/2024)
- Location: Ashton, Langeberg Municipality
- Status: Permanent
- Remuneration: R270,996 – R351,720 per annum, plus benefits
Qualifications/Experience:
- Education: B Com or National Diploma in Financial Accounting
- Experience: 3-4 years of relevant experience
- Skills: Proficient in MS Office; Valid Code B driving license
Key Performance Areas:
- Coordinate work flow among billing and meter reading staff
- Oversee achievement of daily work targets for billing staff
- Maintain debtor accounts, including managing new master file changes
- Review and control the levy of sundry charges in line with tariff structures
- Generate and develop reports; manage meter reading functions
- Compile billing documentation for audit purposes
- Supervise billing and meter reading staff
- Review and process journals prepared by staff
Competencies:
- Accounting: Implement appropriate systems, ensure GRAP compliance
- Procurement: Manage procurement according to legislation
- Budgeting: Establish and manage budgets within legislative and administrative mandates
- Financial Management: Optimize municipal financial management
- Costing: Produce costs based on best practices
- Financial Reporting: Meet stakeholder and general information needs
- Financial Process Management: Support effective financial functions
- Communication: Articulate complex concepts clearly both orally and in writing
- Problem Solving: Identify and address problems effectively
- Planning and Organizing: Plan and execute activities within timeframes
- Interpersonal Relationships: Maintain productive relationships
- Service Delivery Orientation: Enhance service delivery and municipal processes
- Action and Outcome Orientation: Meet goals and deadlines reliably
- Resilience: Handle pressure and setbacks constructively
- Cognitive Ability: Analyze issues and see the bigger picture
- Willingness to Change: Innovate and adapt to changes
- Learning Orientation: Focus on continuous self-improvement
- Impact and Influence: Inspire and influence others effectively
- Team Orientation: Promote collaboration and group dynamics
- Direction Setting: Create and communicate a clear vision
- Coaching and Mentoring: Develop staff potential
Enquiries: Mrs. JCR Ladouce, Manager: Income Services, 023 615 8042
9. Manager: Income Services (Ref nr 47/2024)
- Location: Ashton
- Status: Permanent
- Remuneration: R621,360 – R806,556 per annum, plus benefits and vehicle scheme
Qualifications/Experience:
- Education: BCom Degree (NQF7) with Financial Accounting as a major
- Experience: 8 years relevant experience, including 2 years in a supervisory role
- Skills: Proficient in MS Office; Valid Code B driving license
Key Performance Areas:
- Oversee rates and income divisions of the finance department
- Manage indigent identification, arrears collection, and attorney handovers
- Supervise the valuation processes and authorize rebates
- Manage monthly debit raising, bank deposit allocations, and sundry deposits
- Supervise personnel and enforce discipline according to the Disciplinary Code
Competencies:
- Accounting: Ensure adherence to GRAP and good accounting practices
- Procurement: Manage procurement processes
- Budgeting: Establish and manage credible budgets
- Financial Management: Drive financial optimization
- Costing: Produce standardized costing
- Financial Reporting: Address stakeholder reporting needs
- Financial Process Management: Ensure effective financial functions
- Communication: Present complex information clearly
- Organizational Awareness: Apply sector and municipal understanding
- Problem Solving: Resolve issues effectively
- Planning and Organizing: Execute planned activities
- Interpersonal Relationships: Build and maintain relationships
- Service Delivery Orientation: Enhance service delivery
- Action and Outcome Orientation: Achieve goals and deadlines
- Resilience: Manage pressure and setbacks
- Cognitive Ability: Handle complexity and long-term planning
- Change Readiness: Innovate and adapt to change
- Learning Orientation: Commit to self-improvement
- Impact and Influence: Inspire and influence others
- Team Orientation: Foster collaboration
- Direction Setting: Define and communicate a vision
- Coaching and Mentoring: Develop staff skills and performance
Enquiries: Mr. M Shude, Director: Financial Services (CFO), 023 615 8031
10. Clerk: Budget (Ref nr 48/2024)
- Location: Ashton
- Status: Permanent
- Remuneration: R133,716 – R172,728 per annum, plus benefits
Qualifications/Experience:
- Education: Grade 12
- Skills: Proficient in MS Office; 0-2 years of experience
Key Performance Areas:
- Capture budget inputs on the system
- Prepare budget documentation for Auditor-General and Treasury
- Assist with monthly operating budget reconciliation
- Analyze budget line items and handle budget-related queries
- Participate in public engagements and assist with budget queries
- Maintain the vote system
Competencies:
- Written Communication: Convey information clearly in writing
- Oral Communication: Articulate messages effectively
- Attention to Detail: Ensure accuracy and compliance
- Influencing: Persuade others to adopt best practices
- Ethics and Professionalism: Handle ethical issues appropriately
- Organizational Awareness: Understand municipal objectives
- Problem Solving: Address issues methodically
- Planning and Organizing: Manage tasks within timeframes
- Business Processes: Improve system processes
- Use of Technology: Optimize technology use
- Data Processing & Analysis: Enhance data processing
- Interpersonal Relationships: Build productive relationships
- Service Delivery Orientation: Innovate for better service delivery
- Client Orientation: Focus on meeting client needs
- Action Orientation: Achieve goals and deadlines
- Resilience: Handle stress and setbacks
- Change Readiness: Adapt to change
- Cognitive Ability: Manage complexity and long-term planning
- Learning Orientation: Pursue continuous self-improvement
- Impact and Influence: Motivate and influence others
- Team Orientation: Support cooperative teamwork
- Direction Setting: Provide clear vision and goals
- Coaching and Mentoring: Develop team skills and potential
Enquiries: Me L Nokama, Manager: Budget Office, 023 615 8032
11. Internal Auditor (Ref nr 49/2024)
- Location: Ashton
- Status: Permanent
- Remuneration: R319,872 – R415,236 per annum, plus benefits
Qualifications/Experience:
- Education: Relevant 3-year qualification, preferably in auditing or internal audit; registered with a recognized professional body
- Experience: 2-5 years of relevant experience
- Skills: Proficient in MS Office; Valid Code B driving license
Key Performance Areas:
- Plan and execute internal audit assignments, identifying risks and controls
- Report audit results and collaborate with management on recommendations
- Control audit activities to ensure efficiency and effectiveness
- Follow up on implementation of audit recommendations
- Provide consulting services for control improvements
- Supervise and mentor Assistant Internal Auditor
- Conduct special investigations and attend meetings as required
- Coordinate with external auditors
Competencies:
- Written Communication: Prepare clear audit reports
- Oral Communication: Present complex concepts convincingly
- Research and Analysis: Analyze audit problems effectively
- Advocacy/Negotiation: Represent audit interests effectively
- Ethics and Professionalism: Manage ethical issues
- Organizational Awareness: Understand municipal objectives
- Internal Auditing: Evaluate risk management and controls
- Engagement Management: Plan and control audit tasks
- Information Management: Analyze and manage audit data
- Interpersonal Relationships: Maintain productive relationships
- Service Delivery Orientation: Improve municipal processes
- Customer Focus: Anticipate and meet client needs
- Action and Outcome Orientation: Achieve goals and deadlines
- Resilience: Manage stress and setbacks
- Change Readiness: Innovate and adapt
- Cognitive Ability: Handle complexity and long-term planning
- Learning Orientation: Focus on continuous improvement
- Impact and Influence: Inspire and influence effectively
- Team Orientation: Foster effective teamwork
- Coaching and Mentoring: Develop team skills
- Strategic Capability: Set and communicate vision
Enquiries: Mr. A Mati, Chief Audit Executive, 023 615 8004
How to apply
Application Submission:
- Postal Address: Private Bag X2, Ashton, 6715
- Email: tcarstens@langeberg.gov.za
- Fax: (023) 615 1563
Additional Information:
- For application forms and further information, visit www.langeberg.gov.za or contact the Manager: Human Resources at 023 615 8035.
- Canvassing will result in disqualification. All successful candidates will undergo verification of qualifications and criminal records.
Municipal Manager: DP Lubbe
Municipal Offices: Private Bag X2, Ashton 6715
Closing Date for Applications: 16 August 2024 at 12:00
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Each position is based in Ashton and offers permanent appointment status with competitive remuneration and benefits. Candidates are expected to demonstrate strong competencies in financial management, communication, problem-solving, and team orientation, with a commitment to public service and professional integrity.
Interested individuals must submit their applications by 16 August 2024, including a completed application form, CV, qualifications, testimonial, ID, and driving license. For more details, contact the relevant municipal offices or visit the municipal website.
The Langeberg Municipality values diversity and is committed to affirmative action in its hiring practices. All applications will be subject to verification of qualifications and criminal records, and successful candidates will be required to sign a service contract.
