Latest Job Openings at Midvaal Local Municipality

Requirements:

• Relevant B-degree or equivalent Legal Qualification (e.g., LLB, B.Iuris, or B.Proc).
• Valid Driver’s License with own vehicle.
• Meet MFMA Minimum Competency Requirements or qualify for dispensation.
• Preference given to admitted attorneys.
• Knowledge of court processes and application of the law will be an added advantage.
• Computer literate (MS Word, Excel & PowerPoint).
• Proven management skills, including analytical thinking, empowerment, adaptability, communication, interpersonal skills, leadership, conceptual skills, presentation skills, conflict and stress management, negotiation skills.
• Project management and financial management skills.
• Specific attention to detail and research skills.
• Competence in interpretation, implementation, and enforcement of relevant legislation and applicable regulations/policies.
• 5 years of relevant experience in a legal environment; municipal experience will be an added advantage.

Duties:

• Perform professional legal, operational, analytical, and administrative functions, including advising, drafting, reporting, and compiling written letters, opinions, and reports.
• Attend meetings to ensure municipal compliance with national and provincial legislation, regulations, by-laws, and policies to promote good governance.
• Assist with drafting and reviewing by-laws, valuation roll administration, financial declarations of Councillors, and legal advertisements on compliance matters.
• Manage receipt and publication of adverts, objections related to the valuation roll, the valuation appeal process, and signing the roll.
• Attend to legal matters involving the Council as required.
• Draft, review, and vet contracts, legal documents, policies, and by-laws.
• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and maintaining systems of delegations and municipal codes.
• Maintain strict confidentiality on all related matters.
• Handle publication of notices and adverts related to specific legislation, regulations, and applicable policies.
• Perform administrative duties related to comments on items, contracts, property reports, service level agreements, etc.
• Attend Bid Specification and Bid Evaluation Committee meetings and provide legal advice.
• Provide secretarial support related to MPAC and assist in compiling the oversight report on statutory reports, such as the annual report.
• Represent the Legal Section at meetings, hearings, and tribunals as delegated on an ad hoc basis.
• Perform any other related ad hoc tasks and duties as requested by management.

go to method of application »

Requirements:

• Grade 12.
• BTech/BSc in Civil Engineering, Transportation, or Urban Engineering.
• Must meet MFMA minimum competency requirements or qualify for dispensation.
• Professional Registration with ECSA is an added advantage.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience and skills in Project Management and Financial Management.
• Competence in interpreting, implementing, and enforcing relevant legislation and applicable policies.
• Basic working knowledge of Local Government legislation (e.g., MSA, MFMA).
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication, telephone etiquette, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong time management skills.
• Key competencies include project management, conflict and stress management, empowerment, adaptability, leadership, negotiation, analytical thinking, and presentation skills.
• Five (5) years of relevant experience in the engineering built environment, with at least three (3) years at the middle management level.
• Local government experience is an added advantage.

Duties:

• Manage and control Roads and Stormwater infrastructure.
• Oversee the maintenance of roads and stormwater systems.
• Handle project management in line with capital and operational budgets as outlined in the IDP.
• Perform operational duties, including supervision, coaching, and identifying training courses to enhance performance.
• Delegate tasks, define roles and responsibilities, and manage staff performance.
• Develop communication structures and align council policies and practices related to EAP/Benefits.
• Handle all complaints and attend meetings related to the Roads and Stormwater section from the HOD, public, committees, and councilors.
• Control and manage public complaints to minimize workload and ensure service delivery.
• Identify training needs for employees and undertake ad-hoc analyses, projects, and tenders as required by the department head.
• Manage financial planning, control, and reporting, including submitting income, expenditure, and capital proposals within the required time frame.
• Assist in budget management and financial control to prevent over or under expenditure.
• Ensure efficient functioning of the section by providing administrative guidelines and supervision to subordinates.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
• Identify workforce shortages and assist in recruitment and selection of suitable candidates.
• Manage performance of subordinates and key contractors.
• Maintain service delivery standards, manage relationships, and ensure effective communication.
• Perform any other related ad hoc tasks as required or instructed by Management.

go to method of application »

Requirements:

• Grade 12.
• National Diploma in Public Administration or equivalent NQF Level 6 qualification.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Advanced Computer Literacy (MS Office) with the ability to adapt to new systems easily.
• Knowledge and understanding of Building Control policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of legislation related to administration.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (both verbal and written).
• Skills and competencies include adaptability, assertiveness/leadership, conflict and stress management, negotiation, problem-solving, office/diary management, strong administrative skills, writing and typing skills, attention to detail, supervision and training, and report writing.
• Values commitment, integrity, and teamwork.
• Experience in handling finances in a small to medium office.
• Three to five (3–5) years of relevant experience in Office Administration within a Local Government Authority.

Duties:

• Perform administrative support tasks related to the department as a whole.
• Handle comprehensive administrative functions related to Building and Land Use.
• Ensure internal circulation of applications is completed in a timely manner.
• Oversee office administration, including supervising, assisting, and providing on-the-job training for Senior Clerk and Assistant.
• Responsible for formulating staff work plans, performance agreements, and monitoring and evaluating progress.
• Manage departmental acquisitions and assist with the financial budget.
• Compile Building and Town Planning reports and letters.
• Oversee records management and supervise departmental archives.
• Schedule departmental meetings and take minutes.
• Work proficiently with IT systems such as CitySolve and Solar.
• Provide general administrative assistance to technical staff.
• Perform any other related ad hoc tasks and duties as requested or required by management (supervisor) from time to time.