Swartland Municipality invites qualified and experienced candidates to apply for Firefighter vacancies (x2) within the Protection Services Directorate. These posts are stationed in Riebeek and offer a rewarding opportunity to serve communities within a caring, safe, and healthy environment.
Vacancy Closing Date: 4 July 2025 at 12:00
Job Location: Riebeek, Swartland Municipality, Western Cape
Job Title: Firefighter (2 Posts)
- Vacancy Reference Number: V22/25
- Salary: R238 164 – R309 120 per annum (T-08 of a Category 4 Local Authority)
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
- Grade 12 or higher
- Firefighter I course
- Hazmat Awareness
- First Aid Level 3
- Driver’s License Code EB
- Physically and mentally fit
- No criminal record
Additional Advantageous Qualifications:
- Driver’s License Code C
- Firefighter II course
- Hazmat Operational / Fire & Rescue
- Relevant Firefighter Certificate
Experience:
- 3 years’ operational experience
Job Purpose
To respond to firefighting, emergency rescue, and fire prevention operations, maintain station facilities and fire equipment, and perform administrative, training, and compliance duties in line with the Fire Brigade Services Act (Act 99 of 1987) and Municipal Structures Act (Act 117 of 1998).
Key Performance Areas
- Firefighting and rescue operations
- Vehicle, equipment, and station maintenance
- Administrative and reporting tasks
- Fire safety and prevention
- Emergency medical care
- Call taking and dispatch
- Community training and compliance enforcement
Competencies
Professional: Community/customer focus, resilience, problem-solving
Functional: Fire safety, rescue ops, hazmat response, call taking, compliance
Public Service Orientation: Service delivery, interpersonal relationships
Personal: Action orientation, cognitive ability, team collaboration
Leadership: Coaching, mentoring, direction-setting
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit the following:
- Cover letter with two contactable references
- Completed prescribed application form (available at www.swartland.org.za)
- Certified copies of:
- Qualifications and certificates
- ID document
- Driver’s license
- Curriculum Vitae (maximum of 3 pages)
Submit to:
Swartland Municipality, 1 Kerk Street, Malmesbury
Or post to: Private Bag X52, Malmesbury, 7299
For Attention: Mrs R van Zyl (HR Officer: Recruitment & Selection)
Note: No faxes or electronic applications will be accepted.
Enquiries
Contact: Rachelle van Zyl
Tel: 022 487 9400
Important Notes
- Applications close Friday, 4 July 2025 at 12:00
- Preference will be given to women, persons with disabilities, and local Swartland area candidates
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 6 weeks
- Fraudulent documents will result in disqualification
Apply today and be part of a dedicated team committed to protecting lives and property in the Swartland region.
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