Assistant Directors: Fire Services

Mpumalanga Department of Co-operative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs

Head Office (Mbombela) · · fulltime

Posted 15 Nov 2026 · Apply by 27 Nov 2026

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Two Level 10 posts supporting provincial fire services, standards, capacity building and urban search and rescue. Requires Grade 12, an NQF 6 diploma in a specified field, at least three years’ relevant experience and a driver’s licence. Job grade: Level 10 Salary: R605 742 per annum Number of posts: 2 Reference: 2026/COGHSTA/73 Duty station: Head Office (Mbombela)

How to apply

Apply online through the Provincial e-Recruitment Portal: https://erecruitment.mpg.gov.za. Submit the new signed Z83 form and a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae.

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Responsibilities

Facilitate the implementation of the Fire Brigade Act and framework in the Province.
Drafting and submission of risk assessment reports and profiles.
Ensure compliance to the national fire minimum standards.
Monitor and support the implementation of CAPs recommendations.
Provide support, cooperation and administrative guidance to other spheres of government and Fire Services stakeholders.
Coordinate execution of Memorandum of Understanding with partners.
Coordinate intergovernmental and advisory committees to ensure stakeholder participation in Fire Services activities across all sectors.
Support the functioning of the Provincial Fire Service Advisory Forum.
Provide capacity building programmes, research and training on Fire Services.
Support the development of programmes relevant to public awareness and research.
Coordinate and support urban search and rescue services.
Monitor and support the implementation of mutual aid agreements with regards to Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) and Dangerous Goods.
Supervision of staff within the Section.

Qualifications

A National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) and a recognised National Diploma at NQF level 6 in Fire Technology / Emergency Management / Disaster Management or relevant field of study with a minimum of 3 years' experience in fire services, or fire safety/ risk / disaster management related field.
A valid driver’s license.
Skills and Competencies: Planning and organising; Report writing; Decision making; Stakeholder coordination; Good people management; Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills; Good communication (verbal and written) and presentation; Interpersonal and writing skills; Policy and guidelines devel

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