Vhembe District Municipality Vacancies 2026 Now Open for Interested and Suitably Qualified Applicants Across Multiple Departments
Vhembe District Municipality invites interested and suitably qualified candidates to apply for the advertised positions across various departments. Opportunities are available in the Office of the Executive Mayor, Office of the Municipal Manager, Corporate Services, Technical Services, and Community Services. These vacancies present a chance for dedicated individuals to contribute to service delivery and community development within the district.
The municipality is seeking applicants for positions including VIP Protection Officers to the Executive Mayor, Secretary to the Municipal Manager, Service Workers, Artisans (Mechanical, Electrical, and Civil), General Workers, Water Operators, and a Fire Instructor. Successful candidates will be expected to demonstrate professionalism, relevant qualifications, and the ability to perform assigned duties effectively within their respective departments.
- VIP Protection to the Executive Mayor (x2)
- Secretary to the Municipal Manager
- Service Worker (x10)
- Artisans: Mechanical (x4)
- Artisans: Electrical (x3)
- Artisans: Civil (x1)
- General Workers (x123)
- Operator (Water) (x8)
- Fire Instructor
Eligible candidates who meet the minimum requirements are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date. Applications must be completed on the prescribed form and accompanied by the required supporting documents. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and all applications will be subject to the municipality’s recruitment and selection processes.
EXTERNAL VACANCY ADVERTISEMENT
OFFICE OF THE EXECUTIVE MAYOR
Position: VIP Protection to the Executive Mayor x2 (Contract)
Post Level: 07
Salary Scale: R398 943.33
NB: This is a fixed-term contract employment linked to the term of office of the Executive Mayor. The contract may not be longer than 30 days after the Executive Mayor vacates the office.
Requirements:
- Grade 12
- Diploma in Security Management / Policing or equivalent
- Driver’s License
- Knowledge in Criminal Justice, Law, local codes and court procedure
- Trained in combat, defence and weaponry
- Fire licence
- PSIRA compliance
- Advanced Driving Certificate (added advantage)
Key Performance Areas:
- Maintaining discretion and professionalism
- Planning and reconnaissance
- Performing background checks
- Escorting the Mayor
- Driving the Mayor
- Securing primary residence and hotels
- Detecting security threats
- Close protection duties
OFFICE OF THE MUNICIPAL MANAGER
Position: Secretary to the Municipal Manager
Post Level: 08
Salary Scale: R352 357.00
Requirements:
- Grade 12 plus National Diploma in Secretarial / Management Assistant
- Minimum 1–2 years relevant experience
- Computer literate (MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Good communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to work under pressure
Key Performance Areas:
- General office management
- Typing letters, memos, reports
- Filing and records management
- Coordinating meetings
- Travel and accommodation arrangements
- Handling telephone and messages
- Receiving visitors
- Weekly planning for Municipal Manager
DEPARTMENT: CORPORATE SERVICES
Post: Service Worker x10
Post Level: 15
Salary Scale: R143 554.14
Requirements:
- Grade 10
- Grade 12 and cleaning certificate (advantage)
Key Performance Areas:
- Cleaning offices
- Dusting and tidying
- Sweeping and mopping floors
- Cleaning windows
- Replacing water
- Cleaning ablution facilities
- Reporting defects
DEPARTMENT: TECHNICAL SERVICES
Position: Artisans (Mechanical x4, Electrical x3, Civil x1)
Post Level: 10
Salary Scale: R250 270.96
Requirements:
- Grade 12
- Diploma in Mechanical / Electrical / Civil
- Relevant Trade Test
- Minimum 3 years relevant experience
Key Performance Areas:
- Planning and supervising daily activities
- Ensuring breakdowns are attended to
- Coordinating assistant artisans
Position: General Workers x123
Post Level: 15
Salary Scale: R143 554.14
Requirements:
- Grade 10
- Grade 12 (Matric) added advantage
- Minimum 1 year experience
Key Performance Areas:
- General housekeeping
- Portable water and waste services
- Garden services work
Position: Operator (Water) x8
Post Level: 15
Salary Scale: R143 554.14
Requirements:
- Grade 10
- 1 year experience
Key Performance Areas:
- Operate diesel or electrical borehole
- Check pump houses
- Switch pumps on/off
- Balance water
- Take water meter readings
- Monitor reservoir levels
- Report problems
DEPARTMENT: COMMUNITY SERVICES
Position: Fire Instructor
Post Level: 07
Salary Scale: R398 943.33
Requirements:
- Grade 12
- Fire Instructor Certificate
- Degree/Diploma in Fire Technology
- Computer literacy
- Driver’s License with PDP
- 3 years experience
Key Performance Areas:
- Planning and evaluation of firefighting courses
- Ensure quality control
- Ordering training materials
- Maintain database
- Emergency bylaws enforcement
- Conduct awareness campaigns
- Supervise daily inspections
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS
Applications must be submitted on the prescribed VDM HR application form, available from the official municipal website. The completed form should be accompanied by a comprehensive CV as well as certified copies of identity document, qualifications, and driver’s licence where applicable. Late, faxed or emailed applications will not be considered, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Forward applications to:
The Municipal Manager
Vhembe District Municipality
Private Bag X 5006
Thohoyandou, 0950
Or hand deliver to:
Registry Office, Old Parliament Building, Government Complex next to Khoroni Hotel.
Applications must be submitted on the signed VDM HR application form (available on www.vhembe.gov.za) accompanied by:
- Comprehensive CV
- Certified copies of ID
- Driver’s licence (where applicable)
- Qualifications
Late, faxed or emailed applications will NOT be accepted.
If no response is received within 90 days after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
Candidates will undergo suitability checks including qualifications, employment, credit, criminal and reference checks.
Enquiries: Recruitment Office
Tel: 015 960 2045 / 2047