Assistant Professional Officer_If Applied under UWM not re

ELIGIBILITY

Urban Waste Management

Directorate Staff Only

CLOSING DATE: 27.02.2026

REFERENCE NUMBER: UWM 12/26.

SALARY: R  P.A. (T10)

DEPARTMENT:
Waste Services

DIRECTORATE: URBAN WASTE MANAGEMENT

ASSISTANT PROFESSIONAL OFFICER (If applied under UWM 74/25 must not re-apply)

• Relevant 3-year tertiary qualification, preferably a National Diploma or B-Degree in Project Management, Operations Management, Environmental Management, Business Management, or a related field.
• 1–3 years’ relevant experience in project administration, programme support, or waste management operations is essential.
• Computer literacy: MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• SAP or similar enterprise systems (advantageous).
• Waste Management experience is essential.
• Valid Code B driver’s licence.

• Provide professional and administrative support in planning, coordinating, and monitoring Cleansing Branch projects and programmes.
• Assist with developing project plans, budgets, schedules, and performance tracking documentation.
• Maintain accurate project and programme data on SAP and related systems.
• Collate information and prepare reports, submissions, and compliance documentation.
• Support audits and ensure compliance with waste management licences and operational standards.
• Participate in various statutory committees established by the city as well as the operational and bid committees related to the Cleansing Projects.
• Conduct site inspections to assess efficiency, contractor performance, and service delivery.
• Facilitate minor projects and assist in improving Cleansing Operations systems and processes.
• Assist with procurement, expenditure monitoring, and Cleansing Branch financial stats capturing in line with SCM and MFMA requirements.
• Compile and analyse operational and statistical data to support decision-making.
• Coordinate meetings, correspondence, and stakeholder