LAB TECHNICIAN

POST: LAB TECHNICIAN

• Permanent
• Task Grade: 11 (Subject to Job evaluation results)
• Annual Salary: (R 405 175.50 – R 525 942.27) excluding benefits
• To be stationed at Mthatha
• Reports to Water Quality Technologist

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12
• BSC in Chemistry/ ND in Analytical Chemistry or equivalent qualification
• Computer Literacy Certificate
• Code EB driving license
• 03 years’ experience in water purification and water care environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the sub-section’s strategic plan pertaining to Water Sampling Services
• Contribute to Sub- sectional policies, procedures and controls pertaining to Water Sampling Services
• Deliver effective Laboratory Technician Services
• Give input into the sub-section’s Financial and Asset Management pertaining to Water Sampling Services
• Supervise the key performance indicators and outcomes of personnel within the Sub-Section
• Contribute and implement effective Stakeholder Management and Communication
• Implement the administrative and reporting requirements of the functionality
• Supervise inputs towards efficient and effective audit processes pertaining to Water Sampling Services

TAKE NOTE:

• The e-recruitment system which is accessible at https://recruit.ortambodm.co.za / www.ortambodm.gov.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.
• The Municipality is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. The Employment Equity Plan of the Municipality shall inform the employment decision. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s)
• 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: 047 531 6400.

CLOSING DATE: 12 MARCH 2026

B. MASE

MUNICIPAL MANAGER