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Financial Internal Auditor Specialist
Closing Date: 2025/10/31
Reference Number: ETH251014-6
Job Number: 12000444
Job Title: Financial Internal Auditor Specialist
Job Type: Permanent
Job Grade: T16
Division: Null
Department: Financial And Operational Auditing
Branch: Financial Auditing
Vacancy Group: ETHEKWINI MUNICIPALITY AUDIT AND RISK ASSURANCE SERVICES
Reporting To: Senior Manager (Financial Auditing)
Location – Town / City: Durban
Location – Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Location – Country: South Africa
Job Purpose:
This role provides specialized financial auditing services as a professional consultant. It offers reliable, added-value, and independent technical auditing assurance to eThekwini Municipality. The focus is on the effectiveness of controls that address current and emerging high risks, particularly in Treasury and Financial operations. By doing so, it helps strengthen the organization’s overall controls.
Key Responsibility Areas:
- Implement audit programs and projects, with a focus on financial, technical, and Treasury activities.
- Provide expert financial auditing input to support the clean audit mandate and ensure compliance with relevant standards.
- Contribute specialized financial auditing expertise to financial auditing projects that align with the combined assurance audit program.
- Share functional and operational information about immediate, short-term, and long-term objectives, including current applications and any constraints.
- Offer specialized financial auditing support for administrative and reporting needs related to key performance and result indicators in the financial auditing area.
- Contribute to knowledge management and document control systems, including continuity and business recovery processes for the financial aspects of Internal Audit.
Competencies:
- Written Communication
- Research & Analysis
- Advocacy/Negotiation
- Ethics & Professionalism
- Organisational Awareness
- Internal Auditing
- Information Management
- Communication
- Customer Orientation & Customer Focus
- Action & Outcome Orientation
- Resilience
- Change Readiness
Essential Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Financial Accounting or Auditing.
- 3 years of SAICA accredited articles.
- Valid motor vehicle driving license.
- 6 years of relevant experience.
- Computer Literacy.
Preferred Requirements:
- Postgraduate qualification (NQF Level 8) in Financial Accounting or Auditing.
- Registration with the relevant professional body.
- 7 years of relevant experience.
Benefits and Remuneration:
- Housing Subsidy: Yes
- Leave: Yes
- Medical Aid: Yes
- Other Allowances: Car Allowance
- Pension Fund: Yes
- Remuneration: Total Remuneration Package (R1,256,750.00 / R1,603,022.00 per annum)
- 13th Cheque: Yes
Contact: Hlengiwe Mhlongo | Telephone: 031 322 7736
Manager (Operations)
Closing Date: 2025/10/31
Reference Number: ETH251014-5
Job Number: 19000332
Job Title: Manager (Operations)
Job Type: Permanent
Job Grade: T14
Division: Null
Department: Systems Delivery And Security
Branch: 0084 Disaster Operations
Vacancy Group: CORPORATE SERVICES
Reporting To: Deputy Head (Systems Delivery & Security)
Location – Town / City: Durban
Location – Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Location – Country: South Africa
Job Purpose:
This position ensures an effective, efficient, and sustainable Information Technology (IT) operational service for the entire Council. The Manager is responsible for overseeing all areas of computing services, including the control of various Council’s Computer Operations sections and Computer Centres.
Key Responsibility Areas:
- Manage, coordinate, and plan all operational issues in the section.
- Handle personnel-related functions.
- Manage production tasks and system securities.
- Oversee disaster recovery processes.
- Prepare and manage the section’s budgets.
- Investigate, analyze, and recommend new technologies.
- Maintain documentation and procedures.
- Manage the access control system.
- Communicate requirements and information, both internally and externally to the section.
- Coordinate and monitor infrastructure support services.
Competencies:
- Organisational Awareness
- Planning and Organising
- Monitoring and Control
- Technical Strategy and Planning
- Business Change Management
- Operations
- Communication
- Action and Outcome Orientation
- Cognitive Ability
- Team Orientation
- Impact and Influence
- Coaching and Mentoring
Essential Requirements:
- Diploma (NQF Level 6) in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) field.
- Valid motor vehicle driving license.
- 4 years of relevant experience.
Preferred Requirements:
- Degree (NQF Level 7) in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) field.
- 5 years of relevant experience.
Benefits and Remuneration:
- Housing Subsidy: Yes
- Leave: Yes
- Medical Aid: Yes
- Other Allowances: Car Allowance
- Pension Fund: Yes
- Remuneration: Total Remuneration Package (R990,043.00 / R1,256,750.00 per annum)
- 13th Cheque: Yes
Contact: Hlengiwe Mhlongo | Telephone: 031 322 7736
Small Plant Operator
Closing Date: 2025/10/31
Reference Number: ETH251014-4
Job Number: 36001960
Job Title: Small Plant Operator
Job Type: Permanent
Job Grade: T04
Division: Verulam 2 Depot
Department: 0093 Roads And Stormwater Maintenance
Branch: 0094 North Region
Vacancy Group: Technical Services
Reporting To: Senior Supervisor
Location – Town / City: Durban
Location – Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Location – Country: South Africa
Special Conditions:
You will need to work in all weather conditions, outside normal hours during emergencies and planned overtime, and be on standby. You must also be prepared to enter confined spaces such as manholes, culverts, inlets, and pipes.
Job Purpose:
This role involves performing tasks related to general maintenance and repair work on roads, stormwater, and drainage systems. You will use handheld tools and equipment to excavate areas, operate small plant machinery, pressure cleaning devices, and lettering and marking guides.
Key Responsibility Areas:
- Carry out general laboring tasks and operate small plant and equipment during roadworks, stormwater drainage, road maintenance, road-marking, and signage activities.
- Use handheld machinery and tools to break surfaces or drill and mount signage.
- Mix and lay concrete and other materials using handheld tools and machinery to spread, compact, and smooth surfaces.
- Clean stormwater and drainage systems using pressure hoses and hand tools.
- Paint directional signals, signs, and lines on road surfaces using guides or following markings.
- Clean and report any damages or defects to tools and equipment verbally.
- Clean and remove blockages, debris, and alien vegetation from drainage systems.
Competencies:
- Managing Work
- Quality Orientation
- Oral Communication
- Operation Monitoring (Operators)
- Workplace Safety
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Communication
- Team Orientation
- Learning Orientation
Essential Requirements:
- An appropriate level of primary education.
- Certification of competency in the operation of small plant and equipment.
- 6 months of relevant experience.
Preferred Requirements:
- An appropriate level of secondary education.
- 1 year of relevant experience.
Benefits and Remuneration:
- Housing Subsidy: Yes
- Leave: Yes
- Medical Aid: Yes
- Other Allowances: Nil
- Pension Fund: Yes
- Remuneration: R148,873.44 / R187,773.12 per annum
- 13th Cheque: Yes
Contact: HcSystems / HREngRecruit | Telephone: 031 322 6050 / 031 311 7749
Road Plant Operator
Closing Date: 2025/10/31
Reference Number: ETH251014-3
Job Number: 36002660
Job Title: Road Plant Operator
Job Type: Permanent
Job Grade: T07
Division: Westmead Depot
Department: 0093 Roads And Stormwater Maintenance
Branch: 0094 West Central Region
Vacancy Group: Technical Services
Reporting To: Superintendent
Location – Town / City: Durban
Location – Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Location – Country: South Africa
Special Conditions:
You will need to work in all weather conditions and outside normal hours during emergencies and planned overtime. This post is interchangeable with other Driver Operator posts within the Department, and staff may be reassigned at the Deputy Head’s discretion according to policies and procedures.
Job Purpose:
This role involves transporting materials, equipment, and personnel to and from work sites, as well as operating heavy mechanical plant and/or specialized vehicles during roads and stormwater maintenance activities.
Key Responsibility Areas:
- Perform specific tasks at the depot and worksite before and after completing assigned maintenance work.
- Communicate with your immediate superior to understand task details.
- Complete internal transactional documentation and related forms.
- Operate heavy specialized mechanical plant and vehicles during road and stormwater drainage maintenance activities.
- Control the use of materials and offload the required quantities for repair or reconstruction work.
Competencies:
- Vehicle Safety
- Driving Behaviour
- Learning Orientation
- Quality Orientation
- Service Delivery Orientation
- Communication
- Action Orientation
- Resilience
- Accountability and Ethical Conduct
- Team Orientation
Essential Requirements:
- Appropriate level of secondary education.
- Valid certification of competency in the operation of heavy plant.
- Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code C1).
- Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP).
- 2 years of relevant experience.
Preferred Requirements:
- Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent.
- 3 years of relevant experience.
Benefits and Remuneration:
- Housing Subsidy: Yes
- Leave: Yes
- Medical Aid: Yes
- Other Allowances: N/A
- Pension Fund: Yes
- Remuneration: R232,438.20 / R301,728.48 per annum
- 13th Cheque: Yes
Contact: HcSystems / HREngRecruit | Telephone: 031 322 6050 / 031 311 7749
Principal Clerk
Closing Date: 2025/10/31
Reference Number: ETH251014-2
Job Number: 36004002
Job Title: Principal Clerk
Job Type: Permanent
Job Grade: T07
Division: Amanzimtoti Depot
Department: 0093 Roads And Stormwater Maintenance
Branch: 0094 South Region
Vacancy Group: Technical Services
Reporting To: Superintendent
Location – Town / City: Durban
Location – Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Location – Country: South Africa
Special Conditions:
You may need to work outside normal hours during emergencies and planned overtime. This post is interchangeable with other Depot/Clerk posts within the Department, and staff may be reassigned at the Deputy Head’s discretion according to policies and procedures.
Job Purpose:
This role controls the movement of materials and items to and from the Depot Store. It involves monitoring specific performance outcomes and performing clerical tasks such as checking, verifying, updating, completing, and submitting documentation, forms, and schedules.
Key Responsibility Areas:
- Coordinate and perform tasks related to receiving, storing, and using items and materials in the Depot Store.
- Process transactional information using specific computer applications (such as JD Edwards) and complete forms, schedules, and documents.
- Monitor and report to the Superintendent on performance and risk aspects, while providing general support.
- Provide basic first aid to staff as needed.
Competencies:
- Business Processes
- Use of Technology
- Data Processing & Analysis
- Communication
- Service Delivery Orientation
- Client Orientation and Customer Focus
- Resilience
- Learning Orientation
- Team Orientation
Essential Requirements:
- Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent.
- Valid motor vehicle driving license.
- 2 years of relevant experience.
- Computer Literacy.
Preferred Requirements:
- Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent, plus an Administrative certificate.
- 3 years of relevant experience.
Benefits and Remuneration:
- Housing Subsidy: Yes
- Leave: Yes
- Medical Aid: Yes
- Other Allowances: Nil
- Pension Fund: Yes
- Remuneration: R232,438.20 / R301,728.48 per annum
- 13th Cheque: Yes
Contact: HcSystems / HREngRecruit | Telephone: 031 322 6050 / 031 311 7749
Driver Messenger
Closing Date: 2025/10/31
Reference Number: ETH251010-3
Job Number: 70000292-1
Job Title: Driver Messenger
Job Type: Permanent
Job Grade: T04
Division: 0085 Administration
Department: Internal Control And Business Systems
Branch: 0094 Administration
Vacancy Group: Internal Control
Reporting To: Supervisor (Records) (R/Estate)
Location – Town / City: Durban
Location – Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Location – Country: South Africa
Special Conditions:
40 hours – 5 day week. Working hours: 7:00 to 16:00. You must be physically fit and healthy.
Job Purpose:
This role provides a prompt delivery service to the Internal Control and Business Systems Department.
Key Responsibility Areas:
- Deliver and collect mail.
- Operate the photostat machine.
Competencies:
- Vehicle Safety
- Driving Behaviour
- Learning Orientation
- Quality Orientation
- Service Delivery Orientation
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Communication
- Action Orientation
- Accountability and Ethical Conduct
- Team Orientation
Essential Requirements:
- Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent.
- Valid motor vehicle driving license.
- 3 months of relevant experience.
Preferred Requirements:
- 6 months of relevant experience.
Benefits and Remuneration:
- Housing Subsidy: Yes
- Leave: Yes
- Medical Aid: Yes
- Pension Fund: Yes
- Remuneration: R148,873.44 – R187,773.12 per annum
- 13th Cheque: Yes
Contact: Human Capital | Telephone: 031 311 1623
Receptionist
Closing Date: 2025/10/31
Reference Number: ETH251009-3
Job Number: 33007072
Job Title: Receptionist
Job Type: Permanent
Job Grade: T05
Division: 0085 Administration
Department: Technical Support
Branch: 0094 Sherq And Training
Vacancy Group: TECHNICAL SERVICES
Reporting To: Administration Officer
Location – Town / City: eThekwini
Location – Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Location – Country: South Africa
Special Conditions:
N/A
Job Purpose:
This role provides reception and word processing functions to support the department.
Key Responsibility Areas:
- Handle reception duties, including operating the switchboard, attending to queries, screening and taking messages, and directing visitors to the appropriate staff.
- Use a personal computer to perform word processing tasks as required.
- Manage correspondence, faxes, and the distribution of incoming and outgoing mail to section directors.
- Keep records of private calls, fax usage, photocopying, and similar activities.
- Maintain the visitors’ register for security and control purposes.
Competencies:
- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
- Organisational Awareness
- Business Processes
- Use of Technology
- Data Processing & Analysis
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Client Orientation & Customer Focus
- Learning Orientation
Essential Requirements:
- Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent.
- 3 months of relevant experience.
Preferred Requirements:
- 6 months of relevant experience.
Benefits and Remuneration:
- Housing Subsidy: Yes
- Leave: Yes
- Medical Aid: Yes
- Other Allowances: N/A
- Pension Fund: Yes
- Remuneration: R162,855.60 – R211,405.80 per annum
- 13th Cheque: Yes
Contact: HR Counter | Telephone: 031 311 3103
We wish you all the best with your applications.