Executive Manager Infrastructure Services

About the role

The Capricorn District Municipality is advertising a permanent Executive Manager position for its Infrastructure Services department, reporting to the Municipal Manager. The incumbent leads, directs and coordinates basic services such as water, waterborne and rural household sanitation, and ensures free basic services for households earning below the stipulated amount. The package is R1,139,433 to R1,541,584 all inclusive.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure effective and efficient financial management, financial systems and compliance with legislation across departmental activities
• Provide control of projects and contracts for infrastructure provision in the district
• Develop the GRAP-compliant MTREF budget and monitor Service Delivery and Budget Implementation Plans
• Manage the Water and Sanitation design and planning, project management, operations and maintenance units
• Ensure adequate policy environment, risk management and consolidated reporting in line with municipal standards
• Advise local municipalities and communities on social and institutional activities through IGR forums and facilitate stakeholder participation

Required profile

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or B.Tech Engineering, or equivalent
• Five years' experience at middle management or as programme/project manager, including at least three to four years at professional/management level engineering management
• Certificate of Competency under the General Machinery Regulations 1988 or registration with a recognised engineering professional body is an added advantage
• Knowledge of relevant policies and legislation, institutional governance and performance management, and ability to formulate engineering master plans, manage projects and implement them
• Extensive knowledge of the public office environment

Applications must use the official application form, include a signed cover letter, CV, certified copies of qualifications and an identity document, and be submitted to the Municipal Manager, Capricorn District Municipality, Polokwane. Shortlisted candidates are screened, then assessed competently; successful appointees sign an employment contract, performance agreement and declare financial interests. The closing date is 01 August 2025.