Are you a qualified and experienced professional looking for an opportunity to make a difference in municipal infrastructure development? The Dr Beyers Naude Local Municipality is currently inviting applications from eligible candidates for a permanent Land Development Officer position. If you meet the qualifications and experience requirements, this could be your chance to join a dynamic team and contribute to the growth and development of the municipality.
Land Development Officer Job Details
- Location: Graaff-Reinet
- Position: Land Development Officer
- Department: Infrastructure Services
- Salary Scale: R 245 652 – R 322 428 per annum (TK: 9)
Qualifications & Experience Required:
- A National Diploma (ND) in Town and Regional Planning, Land Survey, or Construction Management (NQF Level 6).
- Computer literacy with proficiency in office applications.
- Registration with SACPLAN (South African Council for Planners) as a Candidate Town and Regional Planner.
- At least 12 months of relevant experience.
- A clean criminal record (proof must be submitted with the application).
Core Responsibilities of the Land Development Officer
1. Administration and Systems – Land Use Management
The successful candidate will:
- Monitor land use planning applications for rezoning, subdivision, consent use, departure, and consolidation.
- Ensure that land use applications are accurately completed and captured correctly in the municipal database.
- Maintain a land use project database and update project records.
- Advertise development applications and administer internal filing systems.
- Prepare and manage Municipal Planning Tribunal (MPT) meetings.
- Implement and enforce SPLUMA legislation and by-laws.
- Interface with applicants, the public, and various stakeholders.
- Prepare professional reports on municipal land development.
2. Administrative Applications & Information Management
- Process and verify land applications and submit them to relevant committees.
- Respond to queries regarding the availability of municipal land for residential, business, agricultural, religious, and educational purposes.
- Update the Town Planning Register and issue zoning certificates.
- Use GIS and OVVIO systems to confirm existing zoning rights.
- Administer quotations, requisitions, and orders for municipal land use.
- Maintain and update databases related to land use applications.
- Handle customer queries related to land planning and municipal land transactions.
3. Information Record-Keeping
- Maintain accurate project documentation.
- Organize and update files, removing outdated information when necessary.
- Retrieve documentation to support query resolution and administrative decision-making.
4. Departmental Support and Communication
- Coordinate meetings and schedules related to land use planning.
- Draft and distribute notices and reports.
- Assist in public communication related to municipal land management.
- Handle internal and external queries about municipal land use.
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How to Apply
All interested applicants must complete the official Dr Beyers Naude Local Municipality application form and submit the following documents:
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Certified copies of all qualifications (not older than two months).
- At least two recent testimonials.
Submission Details:
Applications must be sent to:
Postal Address:
Human Resources Officer (Mrs. H.C. Wessels)
Dr Beyers Naude Local Municipality
P.O. Box 71, Graaff-Reinet, 6280
Email: recruitment@bnlm.gov.za
Application Deadline: Thursday, 19 March 2025.
Important Notes:
- Late applications will not be considered.
- If you do not receive any communication within six weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
- Canvassing of councillors or officials will lead to automatic disqualification.
- The municipality reserves the right not to fill the vacancy.
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Employment Equity Commitment:
The Dr Beyers Naude Local Municipality is committed to upholding the Employment Equity Act in its recruitment process.
For further inquiries, you may contact:
Tel: 049 8075700
Address: Graaff-Reinet, 6280
Notice No: 04/2025
The Dr Beyers Naude Local Municipality is offering a great opportunity for a qualified Land Development Officer to join its Infrastructure Services Department. This role is essential in supporting municipal land use management, ensuring compliance with regulations, and driving efficient town planning initiatives.
