Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality, headquartered in Bloemfontein, invites qualified, experienced, and motivated individuals to apply for several exciting vacancies. These roles span across finance, planning, and technical services and offer opportunities to contribute meaningfully to public service delivery in one of South Africa’s key metropolitan municipalities.
Vacancy Overview
| Employer | Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality |
|---|---|
| Closing Date | 25 June 2025 |
| Location | Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa |
Available Positions
1. Accountant
Ref. nr.: E04/01
Directorate: Finance
Sub-Directorate: Asset Management
Salary Level: 006 (R533,568 – R630,360 p.a.)
Requirements:
- Grade 12 + Computer Literacy (MS Office)
- Relevant 3-year tertiary qualification (e.g., National Diploma or BCom with Financial Accounting)
- Completed SAICA/SAIPA articles
- 2–5 years’ relevant experience (CAPEX experience is an advantage)
Key Responsibilities:
- Support project managers with asset system updates and budget implementation
- Reconcile capital project data between systems
- Review and validate payment documents
Enquiries: GM: Asset Management – Tel: 051 405 8036
2. Town Planner (x2 Posts)
Ref. nr.: E04/02
Directorate: Planning, Economic & Rural Development and Human Settlements
Sub-Directorate: Town and Regional Planning
Salary Grade: 005 (R650,196 – R709,620 p.a.)
Requirements:
- Grade 12 + Computer Literacy (MS Office)
- NQF Level 7 in Town and Regional Planning
- Registration or working towards registration as a Professional Planner
- Valid driver’s license
- 2–5 years’ experience in development planning
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess land development applications
- Provide planning support and statutory application evaluations
- Support developmental alignment with strategic municipal objectives
Enquiries: Acting GM: Town and Regional Planning – Tel: 051 405 8523
3. General Manager: Water
Ref. nr.: E04/03
Directorate: Technical Services
Sub-Directorate: Water
Salary Level: GM Level Total Cost (R1,601,964 – R1,879,488 p.a.)
Requirements:
- Grade 12 + Computer Literacy (MS Office)
- BTech or BSc in Civil Engineering or equivalent (SAQA certificate required for foreign qualifications)
- 7 years’ experience at senior level in medium/large organisation
- Valid driver’s license
- ECSA registration (advantage). If not registered, must register within 24 months
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage sub-directorate water operations and staff
- Develop strategic and operational plans for water service delivery
- Monitor capital and operational budgets
- Report to HOD: Engineering Services
- Lead strategic and project planning for water-related infrastructure
Enquiries: Head: Technical Services – Tel: 051 410 6744
How to Apply
- Download and complete the official Application Form for Employment (MMM)
- Attach:
- Abridged CV
- Certified copies of:
- ID
- Academic qualifications (foreign qualifications must include SAQA evaluation)
- Driver’s license
- Submit via:
- Email: employ@mangaung.co.za
- Hand delivery: Room 510, 5th Floor, Bram Fischer Building, De Villiers Street, Bloemfontein
- Postal: P.O. Box 3704, Bloemfontein, 9300
Note: By applying, you consent to the use of your personal information for verification under the POPIA Act.
Important Notices
- Canvassing disqualifies your application.
- Incomplete applications or those not using the official form will be rejected.
- If not contacted within 90 days of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
- The municipality reserves the right not to make any appointments.