• Full Time
  • George, South Africa

George Local Municipality

The George Municipality is the second largest municipality in terms of population in the Western Cape Province of South Africa. It is located in the Garden Route District and serves 294,929 people from 85,931 households across 28 wards, including Uniondale and Wilderness.

Manager Water Network – George Permanent Appointment

  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Location: Western Cape
  • Job Field: Engineering / Technical & General

Additional Service Benefits: Medical Aid, Pension, Housing Allowance (subject to requirements), 13th Cheque, and Group Life Insurance.

  • Perks: Cellphone and Vehicle allowance (subject to requirements)

Minimum Requirements:

  • A relevant BTech Degree in Engineering
  • Registration as a PR Tech Eng (submit ECSA registration certificate)
  • 5-8 years relevant experience after registration
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Computer Literacy in MS Office & CAD

Competencies:

  • Core Professional: Planning, Organisational Awareness, Attention to Detail.
  • Functional: Design, Project Management, Construction, Operations and Maintenance.
  • Public Service Orientation: Interpersonal Relationships, Service Delivery Orientation, and Communication.
  • Personal: Action and Outcome Orientation, Resilience, Change Readiness, Cognitive Ability, Learning Orientation, Accountability, and Ethical Conduct.
  • Management / Leadership: Impact and Influence, Team Orientation, Direction Setting, Coaching and Mentoring.

Key Performance Areas:

  • Align the department strategically with the objectives of the Engineering Services Directorate.
  • Execute and implement capital projects successfully.
  • Identify critical performance indicators and establish measures to plan, manage, and prioritize outcomes.
  • Monitor activities, projects, and assignments; address deviations and introduce corrective measures to ensure conformance, quality, and performance.
  • Comply with contractual terms and conditions to avoid risks to the Council.
  • Create a positive work environment to boost motivation, productivity, and work-life quality.
  • Manage finances effectively to achieve goals and prevent losses.
  • Prepare accurate estimates to meet treatment objectives and maintain service delivery standards.
  • Achieve all set goals and objectives efficiently.
  • Provide information, advice, or opinions clearly through various channels.
  • Deliver efficient administrative services and follow guidelines.
  • Ensure water quality management complies with Department of Water and Sanitation norms, standards, and Blue Drop requirements.

Special Conditions:

  • Good knowledge of relevant government Acts, municipal by-laws, policies, and procedures.
  • Ability to communicate in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent financial management skills.
  • Computer literacy in Microsoft Office, GIS, CAD, and IMQS.
  • Willingness to work after hours.
  • Ability to function under pressure.
  • Ability to plan and organize maintenance and construction operations.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to delegate and supervise project implementation.
  • Good knowledge of drafting tender specifications, conditions, and prerequisites.

Closing Date: 31 October 2025

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the George Local Municipality website.

Never pay for any CBT, test, or assessment as part of the recruitment process. When in doubt, contact the municipality.

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