Director: Infrastructure and Planning Services
Permanent Position
Swellendam Municipality invites applications for the permanent position of Director: Infrastructure and Planning Services. This role offers a total remuneration package as applicable to a Category 2 Municipality per annum, determined by the Upper Limits of total remuneration packages payable to Municipal Managers and Managers directly accountable to Municipal Managers.
Salary: R913 969.00 per annum
Remote Allowance: 4% of Total Annual Remuneration Package
If you meet the minimum requirements, have the necessary integrity, good interpersonal skills, and an excellent track record, we encourage you to apply for this important vacancy.
Minimum Requirements
- A Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering / B Tech: Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
- Registered or eligible to be registered as a Professional Engineer/Technologist.
- A minimum of five (5) years’ experience at middle management level, with at least three (3) years at a professional or management level in engineering management.
- Proven successful institutional experience in the public and/or private sector related to infrastructure delivery.
- Competencies as outlined in the Local Government: Regulations on Appointment and Conditions of Employment of Senior Managers, Government Notice R. 21, Government Gazette 37245 dated 17 January 2014.
- Compliance with the Financial and Supply Chain Management competency areas as per Government Notice R493, published in Government Gazette No. 29967 of 15 June 2007. (Note: Municipalities are exempt from regulations 15 and 18 under Notice No. 40593 of 3 February 2017, subject to achieving minimum competency levels within 18 months of employment.)
- A valid Code B Driver’s License.
- Own transport.
- Computer literacy, including proficiency in MS Office applications.
- Excellent facilitation and communication skills in at least two of the official languages of the Western Cape (ability to read, write, and speak).
Required Knowledge
- Good knowledge and understanding of relevant policies and legislation.
- Good knowledge and understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management.
- Extensive knowledge of the public office environment.
- Ability to formulate engineering master planning, project management, and implementation strategies.
- Understanding of Municipal Council operations and delegation of powers.
- Good knowledge of Supply Chain Management regulations and the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 2000 (Act No. 5 of 2000).
- Excellent communication, negotiating, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
- Strategic leadership and management skills.
Added Advantages
- A Certificate of Competency as required in terms of the General Machinery Regulations, 1998.
- Registration with a recognized relevant engineering professional body.
Core Functions
- Management of Roads, Transport, and Storm Water Services, including road construction and maintenance, and infrastructure asset maintenance.
- Water Services Management, covering water and wastewater purification, reticulation, water loss control, and demand management.
- Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Management, including pump stations, electrical planning, and maintenance.
- Fleet Management.
- Project Management for infrastructure and development projects, including grant funding.
- Town Planning and Building Control.
- Executive Support.
Candidates will undergo an interview and evaluation process. Please note that previous employers and references may be contacted, and qualifications, credit, and criminal records will be verified. You will also need to disclose all financial interests.
How to Apply
To apply, complete the official application form for Senior Managers (available on the Swellendam Municipality website). Your application must include:
- A covering letter.
- A comprehensive CV.
- Original certified copies of your qualifications, ID document, and driver’s license.
- The names, contact numbers, and email addresses of three references from current and previous employers.
For any enquiries or assistance, contact Mrs. Audrey Beyers (HR) on telephone 028-514 8500 during office hours or via email at [email protected].
Applications via Courier:
Swellendam Municipality
Attention: Manager Human Resources
6 Rhenius Street / PO Box 20
Swellendam, 6740
(Marked: Application – Director Infrastructure and Planning Services: HR 06/2025)
Email Applications: Send to [email protected] (up to a maximum of 20 pages). No faxed applications will be accepted.
Closing Date: 8 November 2025
Important Notes
- Appointments will be made in line with the Council’s Employment Equity Plan, which promotes representation of designated groups, including people with disabilities.
- No late applications will be accepted or considered.
- Canvassing with Councillors for the purpose of being appointed is not allowed and will lead to disqualification.
- Please quote the notice number and position as a reference.
- The appointment is subject to signing an employment contract and performance agreement in terms of Section 57 of the Municipal Systems Act, and in accordance with the Regulations on Appointment and Conditions of Employment of Senior Managers.
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you do not receive a response within three months from the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful. Swellendam Municipality is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right not to make any appointments.
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