Government EntityEmalahleni Local Municipality (Mpumalanga)
    Centre / LocationEmalahleni (Witbank), Mpumalanga
    Closing DateSeptember 24, 2026
    Source and Applicatione-rec.elm-scm.online

    Directorate: Community Services

    VACANCY (RE-ADVERTISEMENT) ASSISTANT MANAGER: SECURITY & LAW ENFORCEMENT QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS *Grade 12; •Basic training qualification; *Code B drivers’ licence; *No criminal record; *Firearm proficiency; and Relevant degree or B-Tech / policing degree. *8 years’ or more relevant experience required inclusive of proven supervisory / managerial experience. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES *By-law Enforcement : Managing the enforcement of municipal by-laws (e.g., street trading, illegal dumping, and business licensing) through inspections, compliance notices, and issuing fines. *Land Invasion Management: Planning and controlling programmes to manage and prevent illegal land occupation within the municipality. Spe*cial Operations : Leading multidisciplinary operations with external partners like the South African Police Service (SAPS) and provincial traffic departments. *Risk Assessments: Conducting Threat Risk Assessments (TRA) and security audits at all municipal properties to identify vulnerabilities and implement mitigation measures. *Breach Investigations: Investigating security breaches or unauthorized disclosures and reporting these to the relevant authorities for further action. *Performance Monitoring: Tracking the division’s performance against the Service Delivery and Budget Implementation Plan (SDBIP) targets. *Budget Management: Developing and monitoring the division's capital and operating budgets to ensure financial compliance under the MFMA . *Staff Supervision: Managing the training, discipline, and performance appraisals of subordinates, including Peace Officers and Security Officers OCCUPATIONAL COMPETENCIES *Law Enforcement & By-law Knowledge : Deep understanding of the Criminal Procedure Act, National Road Traffic Act, and specific municipal by-laws to manage enforcement operations. *Security Risk Assessment: Proficiency in conducting physical security audits and Threat Risk Assessments (TRA) for municipal assets and high-profile events. *Emergency & Crisis Management: Ability to lead the immediate tactical response to civil unrest, land invasions, or major disasters. *Information & Intelligence Management: Oversight of the Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS) and managing sensitive data related to investigations. *Intergovernmental Coordination: Skills in liaising with SAPS, provincial traffic departments, and private security providers to ensure an integrated safety model. * Communication & Negotiation : High-level verbal and written skills for reporting to Council and negotiating with community leaders during protests. SALARY SCALE R848 196.00 per annum Level 3 of Grade 6 (this position is EE targeted, African females are encouraged to apply) Download Application Form Here

    Requirements

    *Grade 12; •Basic training qualification; *Code B drivers’ licence; *No criminal record; *Firearm proficiency; and Relevant degree or B-Tech / policing degree. *8 years’ or more relevant experience required inclusive of proven supervisory / managerial experience. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES *By-law Enforcement : Managing the enforcement of municipal by-laws (e.g., street trading, illegal dumping, and business licensing) through inspections, compliance notices, and issuing fines. *Land Invasion Management: Planning and controlling programmes to manage and prevent illegal land occupation within the municipality. Spe*cial Operations : Leading multidisciplinary operations with external partners like the South African Police Service (SAPS) and provincial traffic departments. *Risk Assessments: Conducting Threat Risk Assessments (TRA) and security audits at all municipal properties to identify vulnerabilities and implement mitigation measures. *Breach Investigations: Investigating security breaches or unauthorized disclosures and reporting these to the relevant authorities for further action. *Performance Monitoring: Tracking the division’s performance against the Service Delivery and Budget Implementation Plan (SDBIP) targets. *Budget Management: Developing and monitoring the division's capital and operating budgets to ensure financial compliance under the MFMA . *Staff Supervision: Managing the training, discipline, and performance appraisals of subordinates, including Peace Officers and Security Officers OCCUPATIONAL COMPETENCIES *Law Enforcement & By-law Knowledge : Deep understanding of the Criminal Procedure Act, National Road Traffic Act, and specific municipal by-laws to manage enforcement operations. *Security Risk Assessment: Proficiency in conducting physical security audits and Threat Risk Assessments (TRA) for municipal assets and high-profile events. *Emergency & Crisis Management: Ability to lead the immediate tactical response to civil unrest, land invasions, or major disasters. *Information & Intelligence Management: Oversight of the Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS) and managing sensitive data related to investigations. *Intergovernmental Coordination: Skills in liaising with SAPS, provincial traffic departments, and private security providers to ensure an integrated safety model. * Communication & Negotiation High-level verbal and written skills for reporting to Council and negotiating with community leaders during protests. SALARY SCALE R848 196.00 per annum Level 3 of Grade 6 (this position is EE targeted, African females are encouraged to apply) Download Application Form Here

    Source / Circular Reference

    e-rec.elm-scm.online