Apply Today: Greater Tzaneen Municipality Job Vacancies 2026

Greater Tzaneen Municipality

The Greater Tzaneen Municipality invites interested and suitably qualified candidates to apply for the advertised external vacancies. These positions offer an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to service delivery and local development within a dynamic municipal environment while gaining valuable public sector experience.

CORPORATE SERVICES DEPARTMENT
  • 1 × Graphic Designer (Job ID: 4/3/1/007)
  • 1 × Manager: Human Resources Management (Job ID: 4/1/001)
  • 2 × Call Centre Operator (Job IDs: 5/2/007 & 5/2/006/007)
OFFICE OF THE MUNICIPAL MANAGER’S DEPARTMENT
  • 1 × IDP Officer (Job ID: 8/3/002)
  • 1 × Individual Performance Management Officer (Job ID: 8/5/003)
ENGINEERING SERVICES DEPARTMENT
  • 1 × Plant Operator (Roads & Stormwater – Heavy Equipment) (Job ID: 5/1/011)
  • 1 × Chemical Analyst (Job ID: 5/2/035)
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
  • 1 × Building Inspector – Spatial Planning & Land Use Management (Job ID: 2/2/004)
COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
  • 1 × Regional Waste Management Officer (Job ID: 6/3/002)

Applicants who meet the minimum requirements are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date. Preference may be given in line with the municipality’s Employment Equity Plan, and only candidates who comply fully with the application requirements will be considered for appointment.

External Vacancies

The following positions are advertised, and applicants are invited to apply.

CORPORATE SERVICES DEPARTMENT
1 × Graphic Designer
  • Job ID: 4/3/1/007
  • Salary: R594 939.60 per annum (Job Level 6)
  • Requirements:
    • National Diploma in Graphic Design / Public Relations / Media Studies / Marketing Communication or related qualification (NQF 6)
    • Driver’s licence
    • Two (2) years relevant experience

1 × Manager: Human Resources Management
  • Job ID: 4/1/0/001
  • Salary: R781 302.72 per annum (Job Level 3)
  • Requirements:
    • B-Degree in Human Resources Management or related qualification (NQF 7)
    • Driver’s licence
    • Five (5) years relevant experience, with three (3) years at supervisory level
2 × Call Centre Operator
  • Job IDs: 4/3/3/006 & 4/3/3/007
  • Salary: R477 109.80 per annum (Job Level 8)
  • Requirements:
    • Grade 12
    • Certificate in Customer Care
    • Knowledge of electricity (NQF 4)
    • One (1) year relevant experience

OFFICE OF THE MUNICIPAL MANAGER’S DEPARTMENT
1 × IDP Officer
  • Job ID: 8/3/0/002
  • Salary: R657 001.56 per annum (Job Level 5)
  • Requirements:
    • National Diploma in Development Studies / Public Management & Administration or related qualification (NQF 6)
    • Driver’s licence
    • Three (3) years relevant experience
1 × Individual Performance Management Officer
  • Job ID: 8/5/0/003
  • Salary: R657 001.56 per annum (Job Level 5)
  • Requirements:
    • National Diploma in HRM / Public Management & Administration or related qualification (NQF 6)
    • Driver’s licence
    • Three (3) years relevant experience

ENGINEERING SERVICES DEPARTMENT
1 × Plant Operator: Heavy Equipment (Roads & Stormwater)
  • Job ID: 5/1/1/029
  • Salary: R294 762.84 per annum (Job Level 11)
  • Requirements:
    • Grade 12
    • Operator Certificate
    • Driver’s licence with PRDP
    • One (1) year experience operating heavy vehicles
1 × Chemical Analyst
  • Job ID: 5/2/2/035
  • Salary: R594 939.60 per annum (Job Level 6)
  • Requirements:
    • National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry / Water Care or related qualification
    • Driver’s licence
    • Three (3) years relevant experience

PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

1 × Building Inspector (Spatial Planning & Land Use Management)

  • Job ID: 2/2/3/004
  • Salary: R594 939.60 per annum (Job Level 6)
  • Requirements:
    • National Diploma in Civil Engineering or relevant qualification (NQF 6)
    • Two (2) years relevant experience
    • Driver’s licence

COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT

1 × Regional Waste Management Officer

  • Job ID: 6/3/2/001
  • Salary: R657 001.56 per annum (Job Level 5)
  • Requirements:
    • National Diploma in Environmental Health or related qualification (NQF 6)
    • Three (3) years relevant experience
    • Driver’s licence

CLOSING DATE: 16 January 2026 at 15:0

ENQUIRIES: Ms O.N. Napo – (015) 307 8159 /

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be submitted using the compulsory prescribed application form together with the indemnity form. All submissions must include a comprehensive curriculum vitae, certified copies of qualifications, a certified copy of an identity document, and a valid driver’s licence where applicable. Incomplete applications or those that do not comply with the stated requirements will not be considered.

Completed applications should be submitted to The Municipal Manager, Greater Tzaneen Municipality, P.O. Box 24, Tzaneen, 0850. Applicants are encouraged to ensure that all supporting documents are properly certified and clearly attached to avoid delays or disqualification during the assessment process.

The municipality is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the Employment Equity Act and its Employment Equity Plan. Any fraudulent qualifications or documentation will result in immediate disqualification. Canvassing of councillors or officials is strictly prohibited and will lead to disqualification, and shortlisted candidates may be subjected to criminal record screening.

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