Road Plant Operator
🚧 Now Hiring: Road Plant Operator – Durban (Permanent)
📅 Closing Date: 13 June 2025
📍 Location: Hammarsdale Depot, West Region, Durban
💼 Department: Roads and Stormwater Maintenance | Engineering Unit
💰 Salary: R221,348.60 – R287,333.14 per annum + Benefits
🔖 Ref No: ETH250521-12 | Job No: 36001568
Join eThekwini Municipality’s Frontline Maintenance Team!
Are you skilled in operating heavy mechanical plant and want to make a tangible impact in your community? We’re looking for a dependable Road Plant Operator to support road and stormwater maintenance projects.
This role is ideal for someone hands-on, team-oriented, and willing to work outdoors in all conditions — keeping Durban moving safely and smoothly.
🔧 What You’ll Do:
- Transport materials, equipment, and personnel to/from worksites
- Operate heavy mechanical vehicles for roads and stormwater maintenance
- Ensure safe discharging of materials for repairs
- Complete relevant work documentation and communicate with superiors
- Perform site preparation and clean-up before and after tasks
✅ What You Need:
Essential:
- Secondary education
- Code C1 Driver’s License + PrDP
- Valid plant operation competency certificate
- 2 years relevant experience
Preferred:
- Grade 12 (NQF Level 4)
- 3 years relevant experience
🧩 Your Skills & Competencies:
- Safe driving & vehicle handling
- Accountability & ethical conduct
- Quality & service orientation
- Strong communication & resilience
- Teamwork and action-driven attitude
🎯 Perks & Benefits:
- 13th Cheque
- Medical Aid
- Pension Fund
- Housing Subsidy
- Annual Leave
📞 Need Help Applying?
Call 031 322 6050 or 031 311 7749
Apply before 13 June 2025