Knysna Municipality invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for Junior Firefighter vacancies within the Community Services Directorate. These permanent opportunities are suitable for candidates with firefighting training, operational experience, physical fitness and a commitment to public safety and emergency response services.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Knysna Municipality |
| Closing Date | 24 June 2026 |
| Location | Knysna, Western Cape, South Africa |
| Directorate | Community Services |
| Post Title | Junior Firefighter |
| Number of Posts | 3 |
| Appointment Type | Permanent |
| Application Method | Email application |
| Required Form | Knysna Municipal Application Form |
Junior Firefighter Ref No: Not Specified
Posts: 3
Directorate: Community Services
Task Level: 6
Basic Salary: R179 400 – R232 728 per annum
Total Cost to Council Package: R317 442 – R386 730 per annum
Appointment Type: Permanent
Benefits: Applicable municipal benefits will apply
Requirements
Applicants must have Grade 12.
Applicants must have completed the Candidate Physical Ability Test.
Applicants must have one year of operational experience.
Applicants must have an accredited Fire Fighter 1 Certificate.
Hazmat Awareness is required.
A valid Code B driver’s licence is required.
Applicants must be physically and mentally fit.
Applicants must be medically tested according to NFPA 1582.
Applicants must have no criminal record.
Applicants must be proficient in English and at least one other official language of the Western Cape.
Key Performance Areas
The successful candidates will perform firefighting and rescue activities.
Duties include participating in fire and life safety training and preparation, maintaining vehicles, equipment and the fire station, performing basic administrative functions and operating apparatus and machinery.
The candidates will also operate various vehicles and light or heavy-driven machinery up to their level of certification.
Additional duties include performing control room duties when required and ensuring a safe and healthy work environment while applying duties safely.
Competencies
Core professional competencies include community and customer focus, problem-solving, negotiation and influencing, resilience, communication, ethics and professionalism.
Firefighting-related competencies include firefighting, rescue operations, special operations such as Hazmat, urban search and rescue, fire safety and prevention, safety and welfare, and emergency medical care.
Employment Equity
All applications will be considered. In terms of the municipality’s Employment Equity target, preference will be given to a Coloured Female candidate.
Should a suitable candidate in this category not be identified, White Female candidates will also be considered.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted on the official Knysna Municipal Application Form and must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV.
Applicants must also attach certified copies of qualifications, not older than six months, a copy of ID, copies of training documents, experience records, competency records and previous employment records.
To download the application form, visit the Knysna Municipality Job Application Form.
Completed applications must be emailed to:
vacanciescommunity@knysna.gov.za
To access more details, visit the Knysna Municipality official website.
Enquiries
Human Resources Office
Tel: 044 302 6418 or 044 302 6419
Email: lphillips@knysna.gov.za
Important Notes for Applicants
Failure to submit the official Knysna Municipal Application Form and all required documents will result in disqualification.
Candidates may be subjected to thorough evaluations. Previous and current employers and references may be contacted.
Verification will be conducted on qualifications, criminal record and credit record.
The successful candidate will be required to disclose all financial interests.
Correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates.
If applicants are not contacted within three months after the closing date, they may accept that their applications were unsuccessful.
Canvassing for appointment is strictly prohibited and will disqualify the candidate.
Knysna Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.