In terms of its Employment Equity Plan, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is committed to employment practices that redress past imbalances in respect of race, gender, creed and disability, and as such the relevant policy will be considered during selection and placement. 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for appointment to the under mentioned position. Persons with a disability are encouraged to apply.

SAFETY AND SECURITY DIRECTORATE

STATION COMMANDER

(FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES)

POSITION CODE: 200113

TASK Grade 12 (R408 432 – R567 852 per annum)

(Basic salary only, excluding benefits)

Qualifications and experience required:

• At least a tertiary qualification or equivalent Graduate Diploma in Fire Technology / National Higher Certificate in Fire Technology
• Three years’ experience
• Valid Code EC Drivers’ License
• Understanding of Occupational Health and Safety legislation. 

Key attributes and competencies:

• Physically fit and able-bodied and capable of carrying objects in excess of 20 kilograms
• Able to work in all weather conditions
• Supervisory skills
• Exposure to stressful situations that are physically threatening
• Able to make decisions that have significant impact on the organisation and may have grave consequences
• Able to work variable shifts on a twenty-four hour basis
• Able to work standby when required
• Communication and report-writing skills
• Able to work overtime during specific unplanned emergencies/disasters. 

As part of selection process candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment medical examination.

Job purpose:

Co-ordinates and controls the activities of personnel assigned to a particular shift for the rendering of emergency and humanitarian services to the community for the saving/protection of life and property.

As part of the selection process, candidates may be tested on any requirement, skill or competency, which will include pre-employment screening, a medical examination, security vetting and psychometric assessment.

Fringe benefits will include membership of a Retirement Fund, Medical Aid Scheme, Group Life Assurance Scheme, participation in a Housing Subsidy and Car Schemes (subject to the conditions of the various Schemes), and normal leave and sick leave benefits. 

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Applications must be made and submitted electronically; hand delivered or mailed applications for this position will not be accepted. 

Kindly note that all applications for employment should be completed and submitted online from this site, accompanied by certified and scanned copies of academic qualifications and a CV. 

Please complete one employment application form per vacancy.

Telephonic enquiries may be directed to the Receptionist, tel: 041 506 3259.

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: 04 DECEMBER 2020 BEFORE 14H00.

FIREFIGHTER 1 (10 VACANCIES)

(FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES)

POSITION CODE: 8192

TASK Grade 7 (R225 888 – R314 064 per annum)

(Basic salary only, excluding benefits)

 Qualifications and experience required:

·        Appropriate level of secondary qualification plus one of the following or equivalent:     

(i)         Fire Fighter 1 and Hazardous Materials;

(ii)        Basic Ambulance course (4 weeks).

·        One years’ experience as a Trainee Firefighter.

·        Valid Code 14 drivers’ license with PrDP (Professional Driving Permit).

 Key attributes and competencies:

• Must have a sense of urgency.
• Must have firefighting skills.
• Must have a provision of medical assistance skills.
• Must be physical fit and able bodied, and able to carry objects in excess of 20 kgs
• Must be able to be on standby.
• Must be able to work overtime during specific and unplanned emergencies/disasters. 

Job purpose:

Renders emergency and humanitarian services to the community for the saving/protection of life and property. 

Shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo a medical test and may be assessed on any requirement or competency during the selection process.  The incumbent will be required to work a 42-hour week on a shift basis (including night shifts).  

 CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS:FRIDAY, 4 DECEMBER 2020 before 14h00.