● Relevant Tertiary Qualification at NQF 7, ● 3 – 4 Years’ relevant managerial experience, Code B driver’s licence
: ● Excellent communication skills ● Good verbal and written communication skills in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape ● Ability to work independently and function effectively under pressure● Good project management skills ● Excellent supervision, human relations, interpersonal and communications skills ● Time management skills ● High level of responsibility ● Ability to deal with conflict situations ● Customer Orientation ● Financial and Administrative Skills ● Diplomacy and Negotiation Skills ● Computer Literacy (MS Office Application) ● Knowledgeable about all relevant legislation ● Valid Driver’s License.
● Compiles and monitors operational and capital budgets of respective facilities ● Responsible for management and short, medium and long term planning of maintenance operation, scheduling of work and resource planning, maintenance of facility records ● Manage the key performance areas of the Division through the implementation of policies, procedures, systems and controls ● Provide strategic advice on the core functionalities with respect to the Divisions service delivery standards, objectives and development ● Manage the provisioning and maintenance of parks, cemeteries, sport fields, horticultural, beach control and community centers services ● Manage, monitor and control operational/ capital projects and budget of the Division ● Monitor the implementation of Risk Management and Supply Chain Management strategies ● Manage and controls specific statutory legislative requirements with respect to contracts, tenders, licensing, queries and disputes ● Disseminate information and guidance with relation to performance management of the human capital of the Division ● Render management and line function administrative support services to the Division ● Keep abreast of current trends, legislative changes and technological developments in the relevant industries.
• Managing Work: Effectively manages own time and available resources and tools to ensure that work is completed efficiently and on time. • Planning and organizing: The ability to plan activities within specific timeframes and to execute these activities according to plan.
Information to Consider
Candidates must be willing to be subjected to an interview and competency assessment and must be aware that previous employers and references will be contacted and their qualifications, credit and criminal record will be verified. The candidates will be required to disclose all Financial Interests.
General application forms are available in the application section. The application for this job is available at the bottom of this page. A comprehensive CV, original certified copies of Identification documents, qualifications, and driver’s license must accompany the application form and must be hand delivered/couriered to the Human Resources Section, Bitou Municipality, 1 Sewell Street, Plettenberg Bay or posted to Private Bag X1002; Plettenberg Bay; 6600.
Bitou Municipality is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from the designated groups, including those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.
Please take note:
- Only hard-copy applications will be considered. No electronic or faxed applications will be accepted.
- No late applications will be considered. Canvassing of Councilors with the purpose of being appointed is not permitted and proof of such canvassing shall lead to disqualification.
- Submit separate applications when applying for multiple posts and quote reference number.
- Preference will be given to local residents before considering candidates outside the Bitou Municipal Area
If you receive no feedback from us within 12 weeks after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Bitou Municipality reserves the right not to make any appointment and to re-advertise before a shortlist is compiled.