Mogalakwena Local Municipality Job Vacancies 2025: Exciting Opportunities in Technical and Corporate Services

Organization: Mogalakwena Local Municipality
Location: Mokopane and Rebone Satellite, Limpopo, South Africa
Closing Date: 8 September 2025, 12:00 PM
Source: Mogalakwena Local Municipality Vacancies

Opportunity Overview

Mogalakwena Local Municipality, a key player in delivering essential services in Limpopo, is inviting applications for multiple vacancies in its Department of Technical Services and Department of Corporate Support Services, as advertised in its vacancy circular dated 22 August 2025. With a commitment to equal employment and affirmative action, the municipality welcomes applications from qualified, innovative, and energetic individuals, particularly those with disabilities, to contribute to community development and infrastructure maintenance. Explore these exciting roles and join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence!

Available Vacancies

1. Divisional Head: Operation & Maintenance

• Salary: R597,279.00 per annum
• Location: Mokopane, Limpopo
• Reporting To: Manager: Technical Services
• Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree/BTech in Water Care, Civil Engineering, or Community Water and Sanitation (NQF Level 7)
  • Certificate in project management (advantageous)
  • 5 years’ experience, including 3 years in a technician position
• Duties:
  • Manage operations and maintenance of rural water supply
  • Ensure efficient, reliable water services
  • Supervise staff, provide training, and manage budgets
  • Compile reports, tender documents, and payment certificates
  • Ensure compliance with Blue Drop specifications and Water Acts
  • Liaise with public and government departments

2. Engineering Technician (Rebone Satellite, X1 Post)

• Salary: R540,855.00 – R582,615.00 per annum
• Reporting To: Divisional Head: Roads & Stormwater
• Requirements:
  • Grade 12 and Diploma in Civil Engineering
  • 2–3 years’ experience in roads and stormwater
  • Project management and municipal background (advantageous)
• Duties:
  • Conduct routine road inspections
  • Develop maintenance plans and budgets
  • Supervise maintenance crews and external contractors
  • Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards

3. Superintendent (Rebone Satellite, X1 Post)

• Salary: R466,137.00 – R514,695.00 per annum
• Reporting To: Engineering Technician
• Requirements:
  • N6 in Civil Engineering plus trade test certificate
  • 1–2 years’ experience in roads and stormwater
  • Code B driver’s license
  • Project management and municipal background (advantageous)
• Duties:
  • Supervise staff and implement road/stormwater maintenance plans
  • Liaise with communities to evaluate needs
  • Ensure quality control of work

4. Artisan (Rebone Satellite, X1 Post)

• Salary: R411,681.00 – R454,716.00 per annum
• Reporting To: Superintendent
• Requirements:
  • N5 in Civil Engineering plus trade test certificate
  • 1 year relevant experience in roads and stormwater
  • Code B driver’s license
• Duties:
  • Perform pothole patching and surface repairs
  • Inspect and identify pavement defects
  • Construct and maintain side drains, culverts, and stormwater channels

5. Heavy Plant Operator (Rebone Satellite, X4 Posts)

• Salary: R253,599.00 – R284,058.00 per annum
• Reporting To: Supervisor (Roads & Stormwater)
• Requirements:
  • Grade 8 plus operator’s certificate (TLB/grader/excavator)
  • Ability to read and write
  • Driver’s License Code C1 or above
  • 9–12 months’ relevant experience
• Duties:
  • Operate graders, excavators, and compactors for earthmoving and construction tasks
  • Perform landsliding and maintain operational records

6. Driver (Rebone Satellite, X5 Posts)

• Salary: R178,491.00 – R196,389.00 per annum
• Reporting To: Supervisor (Roads & Stormwater)
• Requirements:
  • Grade 10 and valid driver’s license Code EC/14 plus PDP
  • 6–12 months’ driving experience
• Duties:
  • Drive trucks and transport equipment to sites
  • Ensure safety and security of staff and equipment

7. General Worker (Rebone Satellite, X5 Posts)

• Salary: R145,092.00 per annum
• Reporting To: Driver (Roads & Stormwater)
• Requirements:
  • Grade 8, ability to read and write
  • Physically strong and able to work in all weather conditions
• Duties:
  • Perform manual tasks (digging trenches, road patching, fixing pavements)
  • Undertake other reasonable tasks as assigned

8. Engineering Technician – Surface Road Maintenance (X2 Posts)

• Salary: R540,855.00 – R582,615.00 per annum
• Reporting To: Divisional Head: Roads & Stormwater
• Requirements: Same as Engineering Technician (Rebone Satellite)
• Duties: Same as Engineering Technician (Rebone Satellite)

9. Artisan – Surface Road Maintenance (X3 Posts)

• Salary: R411,681.00 – R454,716.00 per annum
• Reporting To: Superintendent
• Requirements: Same as Artisan (Rebone Satellite)
• Duties:
  • Perform pothole patching and surface repairs
  • Inspect and identify pavement defects

10. Engineering Technician – Stormwater Management

• Salary: R540,855.00 – R582,615.00 per annum
• Reporting To: Divisional Head: Roads & Stormwater
• Requirements: Same as Engineering Technician (Rebone Satellite)
• Duties:
  • Inspect and maintain stormwater infrastructure (pipes, culverts, detention ponds)
  • Develop maintenance plans and budgets
  • Conduct proactive cleaning and reactive repairs to reduce flood risks

11. Artisan – Stormwater Management

• Salary: R411,681.00 – R454,716.00 per annum
• Reporting To: Superintendent
• Requirements: Same as Artisan (Rebone Satellite)
• Duties:
  • Construct and maintain side drains, culverts, and gabion structures
  • Clean and build stormwater channels to prevent flooding

12. Superintendent

• Salary: R466,137.00 – R514,695.00 per annum
• Reporting To: Industrial Technician
• Requirements: Same as Superintendent (Rebone Satellite)
• Duties: Same as Superintendent (Rebone Satellite)

13. Engineering Technician – Water and Sanitation

• Salary: R540,855.00 – R582,615.00 per annum
• Reporting To: Divisional Head: Water & Sanitation
• Requirements:
  • Grade 12 and Diploma in Civil Engineering or Water Care
  • 2–3 years’ experience in water treatment
  • Project management and municipal background (advantageous)
• Duties:
  • Operate and maintain water treatment plants
  • Inspect and maintain water distribution and sanitary sewer systems
  • Collect and analyze water quality samples

14. Plant Operator (X3 Posts)

• Salary: R253,599.00 – R284,058.00 per annum
• Reporting To: Superintendent – Water Maintenance
• Requirements:
  • N3 in Waste Water Treatment plus operator’s certificate
  • 9–12 months’ relevant experience
• Duties:
  • Supervise shifts and perform flow-related tasks (meter reading, sludge control)
  • Control mechanical equipment

15. Committee Clerk

• Salary: R289,953.00 – R329,895.00 per annum
• Reporting To: Council Secretariat
• Requirements:
  • Grade 12 plus Secretarial Diploma or equivalent
  • 1 year relevant experience
• Duties:
  • Compile and bind agendas and minutes
  • Perform secretarial and filing functions
  • Liaise with councillors and officials

16. Messenger

• Salary: R145,092.00 – R148,902.00 per annum
• Reporting To: Records Officer
• Requirements:
  • Grade 10 and valid driver’s license (Code C1)
  • 6–12 months’ relevant experience
• Duties:
  • Perform messenger services (hand delivery, driving)
  • Transport goods and passengers, maintain vehicles

Application Process

• How to Apply:
  • Download the compulsory Mogalakwena Municipality application form from www.mogalakwena.gov.za or collect it from municipal offices at 54 Retief Street, Mokopane.
  • Submit a completed application form, comprehensive CV, and certified copies of qualifications and ID to:
    • Postal: Manager: Corporate Support Services, P.O. Box 34, Mokopane, 0600
    • Hand Delivery: Frontdesk/Reception, 54 Retief Street, Mokopane
  • Note: Faxed, emailed, or Z83 form applications will not be accepted. Separate applications are required for each position, quoting the relevant reference number. Applications must be received by 8 September 2025 at 12:00 PM.

Enquiries

• Contact Ms. K Bontsi at (015) 491 9634 or Ms. S S Baloyi at (015) 491 9652.
• Visit www.mogalakwena.gov.za for additional details.

Why Join Mogalakwena Local Municipality?

• Community Impact: Contribute to essential services like water, sanitation, and infrastructure in Limpopo.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for training, supervision, and skill development in a municipal environment.
• Inclusivity: The municipality prioritizes equal employment and encourages applications from people with disabilities, aligning with its affirmative action principles.
• Stability: Competitive salaries and structured roles in a respected public institution.

Important Notes

• Only candidates who complete the official application form and attach certified copies of qualifications will be considered.
• If you do not hear back within two months of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
• No canvassing is allowed, and the Municipal Manager’s decision on appointments is final.
• The council’s language policy is English.

Apply Now to join Mogalakwena Local Municipality and make a meaningful impact in your community! Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to vital infrastructure and services in Limpopo.

Note: Mogalakwena Local Municipality is committed to fair recruitment practices. Due to high crime and fraud rates, direct all queries to the specified contact numbers. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.