Fire & Rescue Platoon Leader

PLATOON COMMANDER

• Permanent
• Task Grade: 11
• Annual Basic Salary: (R ,50 - R ,27) excluding benefits.
• Position to be stationed in Mthatha, Eastern Cape
• Reports to the Station Commander

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Diploma in Fire Technology or equivalent
• Fire Fighter ii certificate
• Hazmat Awareness certificate
• Basic Life Support Certificate
• Valid Code C1 Driver's License with PrDP,
• Computer literacy Certificate
• 2 years' experience in Fire and Rescue environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinates and contributes to the section's Strategical Operation plan pertaining to Fire Fighting Services.
• Coordinate the contribution to the Section Fire and Rescue Services Policies, Procedures and Controls pertaining to Fire Fighting Services.
• Coordinating, firefighting tasks/duties.
• Minimizing the risk of loss of life and property.
• Coordinate and contribute to the Community Services Fire and Rescue Services Financial and Asset Management pertaining to Fire Fighting Services.
• Coordinate and Controls the Key Performance Indicator's and outcomes of personnel within the Fire Fighting Services Sub Section.
• Coordinate and Contribute to Fire Fighting Services Stakeholder and Communication Process.
• Coordinate the reporting requirements of the functionality Fire Fighting Services.

TAKE NOTE:

• The e-recruitment system which is accessible at .
• The e- Recruitment System closes at 23:59 on the closing date.
• Certified copies of qualifications, CV, ID Copy and a brief covering letter stating the position applying for. Failure to upload the documents listed above will result in disqualification.
• NB!Upload clear copy of your CV in either PDF or Word. Only Submit your CV on theUpload CV sectionof the application form and not a PDF that includes other documents such as ID, Driver's License and other documents. The application form will make provision for the candidate to upload supporting documents.
• R Tambo District Municipality subscribes to the Employment Equity Act, Therefore, People from the designated groups are encouraged to apply.
• Verification of qualifications, driver's license, credit checks, security vetting and any other checks may be conducted to all shortlisted candidates in line with the relevant legal framework.
• Recommended candidates may undergo Competency Based Assessment.
• The incumbent will be required to sign an employment contract, performance agreement, and disclosure of financial interest.
• When an applicant has not been notified of the results within three (03) month or (90) days from the closing date, an applicant should regard his/her application as unsuccessful.
• The Council reserves the right Not to continue with the interviews and appointments if the Council feels there are no suitable candidates could be found.
• Canvassing of Councillors/ Management is not permitted, and proof thereof will result in disqualification.
• For any enquiries, do not hesitate to contact the Corporate Services Department on the following telephone numbers: (EXTENSIONS: 6669/6735/6670/6673).

CLOSING DATE: 31 MAY 2026

MASE

MUNICIPAL MANAGER