• Full Time
  • Mthatha
  • October 24, 2025

Website O.R. Tambo District Municipality

Fire fighter x8 (Re-advert)

  • Permanent
  • Task Grade 07
  • Annual Basic Salary (R240 487.79 – R 312 136. 61) excluding benefits
  • The position is Stationed in Mthatha
  • The position reports to Senior Fire fighter 

Minimum Requirements 

  • Grade 12
  • Fire Fighter Certificate 1
  • First Aid Certificate Level 1
  • Code C1 Driving Licence with PDP
  • 1 year in the fire management field

Key Performance Areas

  • Carries out fire-fighting activities and emergency operations
  • Prepares for emergency incidents and fire protection activities
  • Apply machine operations and maintenance according to certification guidelines
  • Implements efficient financial and asset management activities
  • Performs basic administrative and reporting functions associated with fire fighting
  • Interacts with relevant stakeholders with matters pertaining to fire fighting activities
  • NB: The Post directly reports to Senior Fire Fighter

Equity statement: Coloured males and females as well as Black females are encouraged to apply.

TAKE NOTE:

  • The e-recruitment system which is accessible at https://recruit.ortambodm.co.za.
  •  The e- Recruitment System closes at 23:59 on the closing date.
  • Certified copies of qualifications, CV, ID Copy and a brief covering letter stating the position applying for. Failure to UPLOAD the documents listed above will result in disqualification.
  • NB! UPLOAD clear copy of your CV in either PDF or Word. Only Submit your CV on the UPLOAD CV section of the application form and not a PDF that includes other documents such as ID, Driver’s License and other documents. The application format will make provision for the candidate to UPLOAD supporting documents.
  • O.R Tambo District Municipality subscribes to the Employment Equity Act, Therefore, People from the designated groups are encouraged to apply. 
  •  Verification of qualifications, driver’s license, credit checks, security vetting and any other checks may be conducted to all shortlisted candidates in line with the relevant legal framework.
  •  Recommended candidates may undergo Competency Based Assessment.
  •  The incumbent will be required to sign an employment contract, performance agreement, and disclosure of financial interest.
  •   When an applicant has not been notified of the results within three (03) months or (90) days from the closing date, an applicant should regard his/her application as unsuccessful.
  • The Council reserves the right Not to continue with the interviews and appointments if the Council feels there are no suitable candidates could be found.
  •  Canvassing of Councillors/ Management is not permitted, and proof thereof will result in disqualification.
  • For any enquiries, do not hesitate to contact the Corporate Services Department on the following telephone numbers: 047 537 7205/08/14.

The closing date is 24th of October 2025

B. Mase

Municipal Manager 

To apply for this job please visit recruit.ortambodm.co.za.