Team Leader Water Maintenance MN 4187/26

Midvaal; Meyerton; On-site; ZAR 182,000 - 203,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel interview reimbursement

Job summary

Midvaal Local Municipality is seeking a Team Leader for Water Maintenance in Meyerton. The role requires managing a team to maintain water reticulation, perform repairs, and ensure safe operation of tools and equipment.

Applicants should have a Grade 10, a Code B driver’s licence, and a relevant technical qualification; previous leadership experience is advantageous. Join a team focused on reliability and safety in water services.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 is the minimum educational requirement.
• A valid Code B driver’s licence is required; additional technical qualification is an advantage.
• Relevant qualification in Water Services, Plumbing, Civil Engineering or related field is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for and control of tools, equipment and materials allocated to the work vehicle.
• Assist in implementing road safety measures at work sites.
• Ensure safety of team members and the public by following safety practices.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety awareness

Effective communication

Manual/physical dexterity

Education

Grade 10

Code B driver’s licence

Water services/plumbing/civil engineering qualification

Tools

Hand tools

Water maintenance equipment

Job description

Team Leader Water Maintenance MN 4187/26

• Grade 10
• A valid Code B driver's licence-A relevant technical qualification in Water Services, Plumbing, Civil Engineering, or a related field will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 2–3 years’ relevant experiencein water reticulation, maintenance, plumbing, construction or a related municipal services environment.
• Previous experience in leading or coordinating a work teamwill be an advantage.
• Basic knowledge of water reticulation systems, pipelines, valves, water meters and related infrastructure
• Knowledge of the use and safe handling of hand tools, machinery and equipment used in water maintenance operations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, contractors and members of the public.
• Ability to allocate and coordinate work activities and monitor the progress of assigned tasks.
• Must be willing to work outside normal working hours, including weekends, public holidays and standby/emergency duties, where required.
• Must be physically fit to perform the inherent requirements of the position

DUTIES

• Take responsibility for and maintain control of tools, equipment and materials allocated to the work vehicle and ensure that they are available and in good working condition at designated work sites.
• Assist the Special Workman with the implementation of appropriate traffic and road safety measures, including the placement and maintenance of road signs, cones and other safety signage at work sites.
• Assist in ensuring the safety of team members, road users and members of the public by maintaining safe working practices and complying with applicable occupational health and safety requirements.
• Coordinate and oversee the loading, transportation and off-loading of materials, tools and equipment required for operational activities.
• Operate hand tools, machinery and other equipment relevant to water maintenance and related operational activities,
• Lead and participate in general labour and operational activities undertaken by the work team, including assisting with water-related maintenance and repairs as required.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and support to team members and ensure that assigned tasks are carried out efficiently and in accordance with instructions from the supervisor.
• Monitor the proper use, care and safekeeping of municipal tools, equipment and materials and report any damage, loss or defects to the supervisor.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, safe and orderly work environment at operational sites.
• Perform any other related duties and ad hoc tasks within the scope of the position as instructed by the supervisor.

SALARY

R182280.00 p.a. – R202848.00 p.a. (Level 12 of a Grade 04 Local Authority)

Total package inclusive of all benefits: R327203.80 p.a.

PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

CLOSING 23 OCTOBER 2026 AT 12:00

PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO APPLICANTS THAT PROMOTE REPRESENTATIVENESS IN TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT EQUITY TARGETS

Please note that the municipality does reimburse costs for traveling to and from the interview or any assessments related to the recruitment process for candidates traveling over 400km for job levels 1 to 4. Midvaal Local Municipality is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is committed to the achievement and maintenance of representativeness (race, gender, disability). The municipality does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Incomplete/Unclear or Illegible CVs and applications without CV’s will be disqualified. Candidates whose appointment will promote representativeness will be given preference. Candidates must apply for this vacancy via the Midvaal Local Municipality website www.midvaal.gov.za. For any queries kindly contact Human Resources [phone], 7432, 7569, 7557. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to background screening checks (verification of qualifications, criminal record checks and security vetting). Candidates with foreign qualifications must submit a letter from SAQA stating the equivalence of the qualifications. Midvaal Local Municipality, values privacy in terms of the Protection of Personal Information Act (Act No.4 of 2013 (POPIA) which is effective from 1 July 2021, personal information will not be disclosed to any third party, unless otherwise prescribed in the Act, following due process(es). Due to the large number of applications we envisage to receive, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within three (3) months, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

NB: THE COUNCIL RESERVES THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TO THE ABOVE POSITION/S.