Foreman: Water and Sewerages, West (REF: TEC 431)

Closing Date: 30 October 2026
Salary: Salary: R 316 061.15 per annum (Post Level T10 of a Grade 4 Municipality)

Requirements:

• Grade 12 or equivalent Technical Qualification.
• A Valid Code C1 Driver's License with PRPD.
• Certification in handling and transportation of dangerous goods (Chemicals)
• 5 years of relevant experience
• Computer literacy (MS Applications)
• Technical background and customer service approach.
• Communication skills, disciplinary course, and supervisory skills.
• Must be able to effectively manage and supervise the staff in the section.
• Must be able to travel to the various segments to check on progress.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with staff.
• Required to work in all weather conditions.
• Required to work overtime and/or outside normal working hours during emergencies and planned overtime.
• Must perform duties in the whole municipal area.
• Fluent in at least 2 of the 3 languages spoken in the Western Cape, Afrikaans, English or IsiXhosa.
• Please note: A performance agreement is also applicable to this position whereby the employer reserves the right to institute a performance management program.

Duties:

• Inspecting and interacting with users (Council and Public) to promote the functionality of the Water & Sewage Section.
• Report and seek approval/guidance in the coordination of specific sequences to improve service delivery procedures.
• Schedule work duties of personnel in the Water & Sewerage Section in conjunction with the immediate superior.
• Do site inspections on a continuous basis to ensure the smooth functioning of the Section.
• Conduct frequent meetings with the immediate superior to solve any operational problems.
• Monitor the operation of the water & sewage networks to ensure effective service and plan and prioritize daily work of the section.
• Delegated and supervised daily work to subordinates, leading and guiding staff.
• Inspect, check, and correct work being done and maintain a fair distribution of operational resources and labour for each subsection.
• Arrange and recommend appropriate working tools or equipment.
• Submit reports to the immediate superior on the operational efficiency of the Water & Sewerage Section.
• Submit statistical reports on daily activities, including scheduled work carried out, details of complaints attended to, exact actions carried out to rectify the problem, Vehicle log sheets, Overtime schedules, Requisition orders, and General functional feedback.
• Compile reports on subordinate misconduct to be submitted as evidence during disciplinary hearings.
• Be aware of Municipal Health and Safety Regulations and comply where applicable.
• Provide all relevant staff with protective clothing and explain the necessity of wearing and using it.
• Ensure that staff adhere to health and safety regulations as contained in the Act.
• Recommend the installation of public safety or warning signal boards at all sewage installations.
• Liaise with the immediate superior with regard to the maintenance required on vehicles and equipment
• Undertake inspections to ensure that all maintenance activities have been carried out in an acceptable manner and according to standards.
• Supervise and coordinate the provision and maintenance of the water & sewage network operations and the Reliability of the water & sewerage network.
• Conduct inspections constantly to ensure that a professional service is rendered.
• Do pre-inspection before driving the vehicle and keep the vehicle logbook updated and maintained at all times for costing purposes.
• Submit log sheets once a week according to prescribed guidelines and report any faults to the immediate superior.
• Transport personnel, materials, and equipment to/from specific allocations.
• Extensive interaction with co-workers regarding obtaining and relaying information.
• Interact with internal departments as well as members of the public on complaints and service-related problems.
• Liaise with superiors in order to receive instructions, make recommendations, or discuss service-related problems experienced.
• Interact with colleagues when conveying or receiving information in order to complete tasks.
• Arrange for maintenance of machinery and equipment; responsible for safe storage of machinery/equipment.
• See to it that the equipment and machinery are cleaned and well-maintained.