Government EntityBergrivier Municipality
    LocationWestern Cape
    Reference NumberTD303/171/VD
    SalaryR 261 756.00 per annum (T09 of a Category 3 Local Authority)
    Centre / LocationVelddrif
    Closing DateJuly 13, 2026
    Source and Applicationbergmun.org.za

    Performs tasks / activities associated with the collection and disposal of waste using heavy vehicles (refuse removal trucks and / or tractors) and supervision and transporting personnel, collecting / delivering materials and communicating and clarifying requirements with respect to waste collection to ensure service delivery standards are maintained and productivity targets and deadlines achieved

    Requirements

    Grade 10 3 – 5 years’ relevant experience Code EC Driver’s License with PrDP Basic Computer Literacy: MS Word / Excel Proficiency in at least two (2) of the official languages of the Western Cape (Afrikaans / English /isiXhosa – Read, Write, Speak) High level of responsibility Ability to give attention to detail Good supervision, human relations, interpersonal and communication skills Must be physically fit and able bodied Required to work in all weather conditions Required to work outside normal working hours during emergencies and planned overtime Must perform duties in the whole area of the municipality

    Duties

    Performs specific tasks / activities at the Depot prior to and on completion of allocated refuse removal assignments Monitors and controls procedural applications associated with refuse collection Coordinate refuse handling at the transfer station Data Recording Facilitates and coordinates waste awareness / education campaigns Performs specific tasks associated with the operation of heavy vehicles (refuse removal trucks or tractors with trailers) during refuse removal activities Supervises and controls the activities of personnel and associated tasks Co-ordinates specific administrative and reporting requirements Monitors and supervises utilization, application and maintenance of machinery, equipment, tools and material to ensure optimal work performance Responsible for Health and Safety compliance with statutory regulations during tasks which include protocols and procedures in order to minimize any accidents, and injuries and to maintain a healthy and safe working environment for all Skills Development Responsible to take part in the Municipality’s Performance Management and Development System The competency level for this position is a Supervisors / Foreman Competency Level 1 as stipulated in Annexure A of the Municipal Staff Regulations Government Notice R890 as promulgated in Government Gazette 45181 dated 20 September 2021 and comprises of the following competencies: Functional Public Service Core Professional Management / Leadership Competencies Orientation Personal Competencies Competencies Competencies Competencies ? Problem Solving ? Discipline ? Service Delivery ? Action and Outcome ? Direct Setting ? Planning and Specific Skills Orientation Orientation ? Impact and Influence Organising ? People ? Interpersonal ? Resilience ? Coaching and ? Organisational Management Relationships ? Ethics and Mentoring Awareness ? Task ? Communication Accountability ? Team Orientation Management ? Work Place Safety ? Budgeting

    Source / Circular Reference

    bergmun.org.za