Disaster Management Manager

About the role

The Gamagara Local Municipality is seeking a qualified professional to lead its Disaster Management Centre and support the Senior Disaster Management Officer in delivering effective emergency response and risk mitigation services for the community.

Key responsibilities

• Formulate, align and implement short‑ and long‑term disaster management objectives in line with approved plans.
• Direct and control personnel performance, manage budgets, and prepare capital and operating estimates.
• Implement procedures, systems and controls for risk assessment, disaster planning, recovery, and public safety education.
• Lead operational response during potential and actual disasters, including incident investigation and loss control.
• Disseminate functional and operational information and ensure compliance with public safety legislation.

Required profile

• National Diploma or B Degree in Safety, Emergency Management or related field (or equivalent qualification).
• Minimum 3‑5 years supervisory experience in disaster or emergency management.
• Valid Code B driving licence.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications and strong analytical, problem‑solving and report‑writing abilities.

What we offer

• Competitive salary (Task Grade 15) with range R742 308 – R855 816.
• Pension, medical aid scheme, group life insurance.
• Housing subsidy and car allowance scheme.
• 13th month cheque.