Team Leader Water Maintenance

About the role

Midvaal Local Municipality is recruiting a Team Leader for water maintenance in Meyerton. The role leads and coordinates a work team carrying out water-related maintenance and repairs, while keeping tools, equipment and materials in good order and ensuring safe working practices.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain control of tools, equipment and materials allocated to the work vehicle and make sure they are available and in good working condition at work sites.
• Assist the Special Workman with traffic and road safety measures, such as placing and maintaining road signs, cones and other safety signage.
• Ensure the safety of team members, road users and the public and comply with occupational health and safety requirements.
• Coordinate and oversee loading, transport and off-loading of materials, tools and equipment.
• Operate hand tools, machinery and equipment relevant to water maintenance.
• Lead and take part in general labour and operational activities, including assisting with water maintenance and repairs.
• Guide and support team members so that tasks are done efficiently and in line with the supervisor's instructions.
• Monitor the care and safekeeping of municipal tools and equipment and report damage, loss or defects to the supervisor.
• Keep work environments clean, safe and orderly, and carry out other ad hoc tasks as instructed.

Required profile

• Grade 10 and a valid Code B driver's licence.
• At least 2-3 years' relevant experience in water reticulation, maintenance, plumbing, construction or a related municipal services environment.
• Previous experience leading or coordinating a work team is an advantage.
• Willingness to work outside normal hours, including weekends, public holidays and standby/emergency duties.
• Physically fit for the inherent requirements of the position.

Required skills

• Basic knowledge of water reticulation systems, pipelines, valves, water meters and related infrastructure.
• Knowledge of the safe use and handling of hand tools, machinery and equipment.
• Effective communication with team members, supervisors, contractors and the public.
• Ability to allocate and coordinate work and monitor task progress.
• A relevant technical qualification in Water Services, Plumbing, Civil Engineering or a related field is an added advantage.

The salary is R182,280 to R202,848 per year (Level 12 of a Grade 04 Local Authority), with a total package of R327,203.80 per year. Applications close on 23 October 2026 and must be submitted through the municipality's website; incomplete or unclear CVs will be disqualified.