Department : Environmental Resource & Waste Management Department (2019)
Location
City of Ekurhuleni
Remuneration
R 625,992.00 to R 858,768.00 - Basic salary per annum (plus benefits)
Assignment Type
Permanent
Minimum Requirements:
National Diploma in Horticulture, Public Management, Operational Management, Business Management, Municipal Administration or related field
5 years' experience in cemetery operations, parks operations, facilities management, municipal operations or a related service delivery environment
3 years' experience at a supervisory or management level
Core Responsibilities:
Plan, coordinate and control burial services and daily cemetery operations within assigned region
Ensure efficient, dignified, and complaint delivery of cemetery services
Coordinate and oversee daily burial operations across the region
Conduct site inspections to assess operational performance
Implement and monitor maintenance programmes for grounds, infrastructure, and landscaped areas
Monitor condition of infrastructure including pathways, fencing and buildings
Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with maintenance standards
Manage municipal assets and ensure proper utilisation and upkeep of equipment and infrastructure
Identify and prioritise infrastructure repair and upgrade needs
Verify asset registers and inventory records
Develop and implement regional operational plans aligned to departmental objectives
Ensure effective service delivery and long-term sustainability of cemetery operations
Ensure environmental compliance and preservation of cemetery landscapes
Plan, allocate, and monitor financial and operational resources
Manage procurement of goods and services in line with policy
Plan and oversee cemetery development and improve projects
Liaise with contractors and internal departments
Report on project progress and outcomes
Enforce compliance with applicable legislation, municipal by-laws, policies, and operational procedures, and by developing and reviewing governance frameworks
Maintain accurate operational, legal, and burial records
Ensure adherence to health and safety standards and regulatory requirements
Engage with stakeholders and address service-related matters
Respond to enquiries and complaints from the public and stakeholders
Participate in community engagements and meetings
Collect, analyse, and report on operational performance
Compile and submit operational reports
Supervise staff and manage performance within the assigned region
Enquiries: Tel: 0860 54 3000
Candidates may be requested to submit proof of the NQF level applicable to the qualifications they have obtained.
Should candidates not be informed of the outcome of the application within six weeks of the closing date, it should be regarded as having been unsuccessful.
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