Driver/Bodyguard (Fixed Term Contract Linked to the Political Office Bearer)

Read More! Office of the Municipal Manager Tel 032 456 8200 Fax 032 456 2504 / 086 568 9741 Email [email protected] 2 Kingfisher Road, Mandeni, KwaZulu Natal, 4490, South Africa PO Box 144, Mandeni, 4490 www.mandeni.gov.za MANDENI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY INTERNAL/ EXTERNAL VACANCY The Mandeni Municipality, affirmative action, and equal opportunity employer herewith invites applications from suitably qualified and competent persons for appointment to the following position. DEPARTMENT : OFFICE OF THE MUNICIPAL MANAGER POSITION : DRIVER/BODYGUARD (FIXED TERM CONTRACT LINKED TO THE POLITICAL OFFICE BEARER) TASK GRADE : TG 07 SALARY NOTCH : R 211 197.00 per annum SALARY SCALE : (R 211 197.00 pa – R 274 140.00 pa) CLOSING DATE : TUESDAY, 28 JULY 2026 @ 12:00 PM REF NO : PN 51/2026 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: • Secondary education • Extensive training in personal protection, tactical operations, and emergency response • Valid code 8 driver’s license and a clean driving record. • License to carry a firearm, with advanced firearms training. • Previous experience in a similar role, particularly within a governmental or high-profile setting KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & COMPETENCIES: • Strong physical fitness and the ability to perform under pressure. • Excellent observational skills and attention to detail. • Ability to make quick decisions and take control of potentially volatile situations. • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. • Discreet, trustworthy, and reliable. Cllr. TP Mdlalose (Mayor) | Cllr. BL Magwaza (Deputy Mayor) | Cllr. PM Sishi (Speaker) | Ex Officio Mr S Khuzwayo (Municipal Manager) Cllr. SZ Mdletshe |Cllr. ST Magwaza | Cllr. M. Shelembe | Cllr. MS Mdunge | Cllr. SC. Mdletshe • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. • Maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS • Provide close VIP protection services to the Deputy Mayor, both in public and private settings. • Responsible for advanced contingency planning for security measures at venue to travelling routes that are used by Deputy Mayor other dignitaries. • Conduct security assessments and advance planning for all mayoral /Speaker events. • Coordinate with local law enforcement and other security agencies as necessary. • Manage and mitigate potential threats to Deputy Mayor safety. • Perform any other duties related to the protection services. BENEFITS: All standard Municipal Fringe benefits which inter-alia includes a Housing Subsidy, Medical Aid and Pension fund would be applicable to the above post. DIRECTIONS TO CANDIDATES: Enquiries must be directed to Manager Human Resource; tel: (032) 456 8200. Please forward your application form and full CV with photocopies of certificates, quoting the relevant reference number and attach proof of residence on the prescribed form obtained from Mandeni Municipal Website to: Human Resources, P.O. Box 144, Mandeni, 4490 or hand- deliver to Mandeni Local Municipality, 2 Kingfisher Road; Mandeni. NB Faxed and e-mailed applications will not be considered. Certified copies of certificate will be submitted by the shortlisted candidates. If you do not hear from us within 30 days of the closing date, consider your application as unsuccessful. Application forms are available on the Mandeni Municipal Website www.mandeni.gov.za or at any Municipal building. Mandeni residents will be given first preference. NB: The municipality is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. The municipality reserves the right not to make appointments. No canvassing of Councillors or Officials concerned is allowed as that may lead to the automatic disqualification of the candidate. People living with disability are encouraged to apply. _______________________ SG KHUZWAYO MUNICIPAL MANAGER DATE:______________