Job Vacancies at Newcastle Municipality

Newcastle Municipality is recruiting for seven full-time positions in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, with applications open until 3 July 2026.

What it offers

• 7 positions across Project & Program Management, Construction & Site Engineering, Engineering / Technical, and Environment Health & Safety.

Who can apply

• Manager: Project Management Unit

  • Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree / B Tech in Civil Engineering or equivalent; Grade 12 / Matric
  • Experience: 5 years (2 at supervisor level)
  • Additional: ECSA registration, valid driver’s licence, MS Office proficiency

• Foreman Roads

  • Qualification: National Diploma in Civil Engineering or N2 in Civil Engineering; Grade 12 / Matric; trade test certificate
  • Experience: 3–10 years

• Clerk of Works

  • Qualification: National Diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent; Grade 12 / Matric
  • Experience: 2 years

• Artisan Mechanics

  • Qualification: N2 Mechanical Engineering (Diesel Mechanic) or equivalent; Matric / Grade 12; trade test (Red Seal)
  • Experience: 3 years

• Senior Disaster Management Officer

  • Qualification: National Diploma in Disaster Management or equivalent; Matric / Grade 12; DMISA registration
  • Experience: 4–5 years

All roles require valid driver’s licences and are based in KwaZulu-Natal.

What you'll do

Each role has detailed responsibilities; for example, the Manager: Project Management Unit will manage MIG projects, certify payment certificates, and develop project data, while the Senior Disaster Management Officer will assist with disaster plans, risk assessments, and stakeholder reporting.

How to apply

Click “method of application” on each vacancy page on the Newcastle Municipality careers portal. Applications close 3 July 2026.

Good to know

• Location: All positions are in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
• Deadline: 3 July 2026.