Maphumulo Local Municipality·KwaZulu-Natal, south-africa·Full Time·Onsite
OperationsFull TimeOnsite
-Closes Nov 6, 2026
SALARY (Task 09): R 261 441. 24-R339 347. 28 per annum
Basic qualifications and experience
Matric Certificate, NQF level 4 Operators Certificate, Two (2) years' experience in Construction Processes/ roads / plant yard / technical services plus Two (2) years supervisory experience. Ability to communicate in both isiZulu and English languages. Valid C1 driver's license with PrDP.
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required
General understanding of local government.
Knowledge of local government systems, procedures and processes.
Good interpersonal skills.
Operating Regulations for Heavy Plant Roads
Ability to meet deadlines.
Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Ability to work under pressure.
Planning and report writing skills.
Must be able to lead and supervise team of workers.
Key Performance Areas
Monitoring and evaluation of progress with regards to repair, construction, and maintenance type of work including but not limited to construction of asphalt/ gravel roads.
Ensure quality of blading, gravelling, and compaction as per engineering standards.
Daily inspection of plant checklists, pre-start inspections and defect reporting.
Transport maintenance team to their working stations/sites.
Ensuring that a team of operators performs its tasks through adhering to health and safety standards.
Prepare working plan for operators.
Compile weekly report for activities undertaken by the team. Allocate daily tasks to the team.
Control fuel consumption, abuse and diesel usage logbooks.
Plans, prioritises and schedules roads project and maintenance work and ensure that the material, equipment and personnel to achieve outcomes of roads construction and maintenance are readily available.
Report all incidents, accidents and near-misses. Ensure PPE compliance.
Perform any other duties as the manager/ supervisor may request from time to time.