Operational Supervisor Driver/Senior Operational Supervisor Driver
Company
City of Cape Town
Location
Cape Town
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1 day ago
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Job Description
ELIGIBILITY
Suitably qualified candidates
CLOSING DATE
• 04.2026
REFERENCE NUMBER
AD 07/26 Ext
SALARY
• *Basic Salary:** R316541.00 p.a.
DEPARTMENT
DIRECTORATE
Operational Supervisor Driver/Senior Operational
Supervisor Driver
Requirements
• Grade 9 for the Operational Supervisor Driver
• Grade 10, or equivalent technical qualification and matric will be an advantageous for Senior Operational Supervisor
Driver
• Valid Code C, EC or EC1 Driver’s Licence
• Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP / PDP)
• Computer literacy (MS Word / Excel)
• SAP exposure where relevant
• Operational Supervisor Driver: 1–2 years relevant experience,
including exposure to supervising operational work teams and relevant heavy vehicle driving experience in an operational environment (where relevant)
• Senior Operational Supervisor Driver: 3–5 years relevant experience, including experience as an Operational
Supervisor Driver and proven experience supervising teams on complex or high-risk operational sites
Key Performance Areas
• Supervise, coordinate, and lead operational teams performing service delivery activities at facilities and worksites
• Plan, allocate, prioritise, and reorganise daily work programmes to ensure productivity and service delivery outputs
• Operate heavy and specialised vehicles and perform vehicle-
related tasks during maintenance and operational activities
• Monitor, control, and report on maintenance and service delivery activities, including roads, stormwater, sewer reticulation, waste collection, and related infrastructure
• Control and manage the use of materials, tools, equipment,
vehicles, and personnel for operational activities
• Transport staff, materials, and equipment to and from worksites and facilities
• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety, road traffic legislation, and statutory requirements, including public safety
• Perform and support operational activities before, during,
and after maintenance, reconnection, restriction, and
Suitably qualified candidates
CLOSING DATE
• 04.2026
REFERENCE NUMBER
AD 07/26 Ext
SALARY
• *Basic Salary:** R316541.00 p.a.
DEPARTMENT
DIRECTORATE
Operational Supervisor Driver/Senior Operational
Supervisor Driver
Requirements
• Grade 9 for the Operational Supervisor Driver
• Grade 10, or equivalent technical qualification and matric will be an advantageous for Senior Operational Supervisor
Driver
• Valid Code C, EC or EC1 Driver’s Licence
• Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP / PDP)
• Computer literacy (MS Word / Excel)
• SAP exposure where relevant
• Operational Supervisor Driver: 1–2 years relevant experience,
including exposure to supervising operational work teams and relevant heavy vehicle driving experience in an operational environment (where relevant)
• Senior Operational Supervisor Driver: 3–5 years relevant experience, including experience as an Operational
Supervisor Driver and proven experience supervising teams on complex or high-risk operational sites
Key Performance Areas
• Supervise, coordinate, and lead operational teams performing service delivery activities at facilities and worksites
• Plan, allocate, prioritise, and reorganise daily work programmes to ensure productivity and service delivery outputs
• Operate heavy and specialised vehicles and perform vehicle-
related tasks during maintenance and operational activities
• Monitor, control, and report on maintenance and service delivery activities, including roads, stormwater, sewer reticulation, waste collection, and related infrastructure
• Control and manage the use of materials, tools, equipment,
vehicles, and personnel for operational activities
• Transport staff, materials, and equipment to and from worksites and facilities
• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety, road traffic legislation, and statutory requirements, including public safety
• Perform and support operational activities before, during,
and after maintenance, reconnection, restriction, and
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Plumber Jobs
What is the minimum hourly wage for qualified plumbers in South Africa from 1 March 2026?
The Department of Employment and Labour sets the National Minimum Wage at R28.79 per hour for plumbers as of 1 March 2026. This applies to all Sectoral Determination 13 workers with overtime paid at 1.5 times the rate after 45 hours per week. Employers must display the wage schedule at every workplace.
Which trade test certificate is required to legally work as a plumber in South Africa in 2026?
Candidates must hold a Red Seal trade certificate issued after passing the QCTO trade test at an accredited centre. The certificate number must be registered on the National Artisan Database by 31 December 2025 for 2026 employment. No plumber may be employed without this qualification under the Skills Development Act.
How many annual leave days and sick leave days are plumbers entitled to under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act in 2026?
Plumbers receive 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after 12 months of employment and 30 days of paid sick leave over a 36-month cycle. The leave must be taken within 6 months after the leave cycle ends or it is forfeited.
What documents must be submitted when applying for a plumber position through the Department of Employment and Labour in 2026?
Applicants must submit a certified ID copy, Red Seal certificate, proof of residence, and a completed Z83 form to the nearest labour centre. All documents must be uploaded to the ESSA online portal by 30 June 2026 for the annual placement cycle.
