CITY OF CAPE TOWN
PERSONNEL VACANCIES
THE CITY PROMOTES AND APPLIES THE PRINCIPLES OF EMPLOYMENT EQUITY
Applications are invited from suitably qualified individuals for the appointment to the following
seasonal positions.
SPORT AND RECREATION
The main swimming pool season commences on 1st October 2016 to 17 April 2017. For certain swimming
pools the period may continue until 30 June 2017. Applications are invited from suitably qualified individuals
for appointment as seasonal staff on a NON PERMANENT SEASONAL CONTRACT basis to the following
positions. Successful candidates are required to work on an “as-and-when-required” basis up to a
maximum payment of 40 hours per week, primarily over weekends, public holidays and during the school
holidays and festive season periods.
SENIOR MUNICIPAL POOL LIFEGUARDS
PAY SCALE: TASK LEVEL T5
BASIC SALARY: R 56.98 PER HOUR (excludes annual cost of living increase)
REF NUMBER: SR 15/16
Requirements:
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A Grade 10 certificate
A valid lifeguard certificate would be an advantage
The ability to meet the requirements according to the standard as per Lifesaving South Africa
At least 24 months (4 seasons) relevant experience
Proven Supervisory Experience would be an advantage
Physically fit.
Clear criminal record and no pending criminal cases, awaiting trial and/or pending sentencing cases
Good communication and conflict handling skills and upholding the image of the City at all times
Job Purpose:
Perform lifeguard duties and to supervise and train staff (Lifeguards) to ensure the safety of patrons and to
provide a clean and safe facility.
Key Performance Areas include:
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Supervisory and administrative duties and deputizing for the Line Manager as and when required
Lifeguarding functions including the following:
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Patrolling, monitoring and controlling the pool and deck and diving areas.
Monitoring and controlling the entrance to and exit from the pool and physical activities of
patrons.
Identifying, preventing and removing hazards and threats to pool users
Recognising and responding quickly to all emergency situations
Ensuring own safety and that of others while participating in aquatic rescues
Applying the correct/prescribed lifesaving and first–aid procedures.
Pool maintenance
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MUNICIPAL POOL LIFEGUARDS
PAY SCALE: TASK LEVEL T3
BASIC SALARY: R 48.81 PER HOUR (excludes annual cost of living increase)
REF NUMBER: SR 16/16
Requirements:
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A Grade 10 certificate OR 12 months relevant lifesaving experience
The ability to meet the requirements according to the standard as per Lifesaving South Africa
A valid lifeguard certificate would be an advantage
Physically fit
Clear criminal record and no pending criminal cases, awaiting trial and/or pending sentencing
cases
Job Purpose:
Perform lifeguard duties to ensure the safety of patrons and to provide a clean and safe facility.
Key Tasks include:
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Lifeguarding functions including the following:
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Patrolling, monitoring and controlling the pool and deck and diving areas.
Monitoring and controlling the entrance to and exit from the pool and physical activities of
patrons.
Identifying, preventing and removing hazards and threats to pool users
Recognising and responding quickly to all emergency situations
Ensuring own safety and that of others while participating in aquatic rescues
Applying the correct/prescribed lifesaving and first –aid procedures.
Pool maintenance
Enquiries:
Please see below list of details of contact persons per District.
Please note that the hourly rates quoted are excluding the cost of living increase effective 1 July 2016
Kindly read the attached Director’s Communication regarding Lifeguarding Opportunities in the City of Cape
Town, before completing the Application Form which is available on the following link:
http://www.capetown.gov.za/en/SportRecreation/Pages/Swimming-pool-lifeguard-applications-are-open.aspx
All Applications, together with supporting documents, must be delivered to the District Office on or before the closing
date.
Closing Date: 06 May 2016
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Please note that no late applications will be considered.
Applications for the aforementioned vacancies include the submission of: the prescribed application form available from the District Office and returned to the same Office
 a comprehensive curriculum vitae (CV)
 2 x recently certified copies of your South African Identity document (No affidavits will be accepted)
 1 x recently certified copy of educational certificates
 1 x recently certified copy of a Lifeguard Certificate (No affidavits will be accepted)
 The attachment of certified copies of ID and educational as well as relevant certificates (i.e. Lifeguard Certificate)
To be delivered to the address as specified on the advert on or before the closing date.
The reference number of the vacancy for which you are applying
No applications for these vacancies will be accepted at the Cape Town Civic Centre.
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Only applicants with a clear criminal record and no pending criminal cases, awaiting trial and/or pending sentencing
cases will be considered for employment.
All shortlisted candidates will be required to undertake a compulsory swim and rescue test.
Shortlisted candidates will be informed via sms or telephonically when to report to the identified Testing Centre to
complete the compulsory tests. Shortlisted candidates are advised to bring their own swimwear, equipment, towel, food
and refreshments to the Testing Centre.
All compulsory testing, relevant certificates (and supporting documentation) as well as the various components
undertaken during the selection process will contribute towards the overall outcome of the selection process for each
individual.
Candidates who pass the swim test will: be required to submit their fingerprints for the purpose of obtaining clearance certificates by the City’s
Safety & Security Department. Fingerprinting will be conducted by a designated City Official. No other
criminal clearances will be acceptable.
 qualify to be evaluated on the lifesaving and rescue techniques.
The Executive Director: Community Services is the final authority on the total number of lifeguard appointments for the
Season, also the length and duration of the contracts offered (some contracts may be for the full period and others for a
shorter period). There should be no expectation of receiving a job offer by applying for, and subsequently being tested
and found competent.
If no notification of appointment is received within two months from the testing date, please accept that your application
was unsuccessful.
Applications will not be acknowledged and no copies of supporting documents will be returned.
Canvassing by job applicants or, any other person on behalf of job applicants, for posts within the Council’s Service is
prohibited and evidence thereof will disqualify the applicant’s application for consideration for appointment.
If appointed, candidates are required to make themselves available to work as they are rostered, and are not permitted to
have other employment or run a private businesses whilst in the employ of the City without the City Manager’s written
permission.
Random testing for possession and or consumption of drugs/ alcohol / illegal substances may be carried out during the
course of employment for the season.
for CITY MANAGER
LIST OF CONTACT PERSONS PER DISTRICT
District
Contact Person
1
Elvina Adams
Telephone
Number
021 444 3785
Fax Number
Physical Address
Email Adrress
n/a
District Office
Leibrandt Van Niekerk Hall
South Road
Table View
Beach Office
Atlantic Road
MUIZENBERG
Merrydale Depot
Cnr Melkbos & Merrydale Rds
MITCHELLS PLAIN
District Office
Corner of Darling and Felicia
Streets
Chrismar
BELLVILLE
Elvina.Adams@capetown.gov.
za
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Dyan Geland
021 788 3654
021 788 8109
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Shireen Albrecht
021 370 3673
021 372 6293
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Samuel Thomas
021 444 7646
086 270 8618
dyan.geland@capetown.gov.z
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Shireen.Albrecht@capetown.
gov.za
samuel.thomas@capetown.go
v.za
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SPORT & RECREATION DEPARTMENT – SEASONAL/TEMPORARY POOL LIFEGUARD OR SENIOR POOL
LIFEGUARD – SEASON 2016/2017
APPLICATION FORM
Position applying for (Please specify)_______________________________________Ref. No. ______________________
Service/Directorate
Reference numbers of other positions applied for ______________________________________________________
Please note a separate application is required for each position you are applying for
PART A - PERSONAL DETAILS
Surname
First Names
Residential Address
Telephone No. (Work)
(Home)______________________________
Preferred Contact Telephone Number_________________ Cellular No___________________________
For SA Citizens : Identity Number :
For non-SA Citizens : Valid Work Permit No :
NOTE :
(A certified copy of your Identity Document and/or Work Permit & Passport to be attached to this Application)
PART B- PRESENT EMPLOYMENT DETAILS
1. Are you currently a Student or Scholar (Oct 2016 to Apr 2017)?
No
Yes
If No – please proceed to Question 2.
1.1 Name of University/College/School
……………………………………………………………………………………………
1.2 Are you Full-Time or Part-Time (Evening Classes)
Full
Part
1.3 Are you able to fulfil all daily rostered shifts for the duration of the contract
Yes
No
2. Are you currently employed?
Yes
No
2.1 Are you currently employed by the City of Cape Town?
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Is this job
Permanent
State period of employment : From
No
Temporary
Labour Broker
Full
Part
Are you Full-Time or Part-Time?
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Yes
_________________ To: _________________
PART C- CRITICAL INFORMATION REQUIRED FOR EMPLOYMENT EQUITY MONITORING
Race:
Please indicate with X
Gender: Please indicate with X
African
Male
Coloured
Indian
Female
White
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Health/Disability
Please provide details of any mental and/or physical disabilities or medical condition (including
pregnancy) which may impact upon you and/or prevent you from fulfilling all of the duties and
functions of the position applied for, for the entire duration of the contract.
Note to Female Applicants
Due to the physical demands inherent to this position, pregnant females may not be offered contracts and are strongly
advised to disclose whether they are pregnant
PART D – EDUCATION
PART D (1) – FORMAL QUALIFICATIONS (e.g. Degree/Diploma/Certificate)
CERTIFIED COPIES OF ALL EDUCATIONAL AND OTHER CERTIFICATES AS WELL AN IDENTITY DOCUMENT MUST BE SUBMITTED
WITH THIS APPLICATION - NO AFFIDAVITS WILL BE ACCEPTED
Name of institution
Qualification obtained
Date completed
Eg Cape Town High
Eg Matriculation Certificate (NQF4/Grade 12/Standard
10/Senior Certificate)
(Indicate if course is still in
progress)
Eg 12 Oct 2008
If you are studying at present, give full details:
PART D (2) – RELEVANT COURSES/TRAINING/COMPUTER SKILLS
Name of institution
Qualification obtained
Date completed
Eg Cape Town High
Eg Matriculation Certificate (NQF4/Grade 12/Standard
10/Senior Certificate)
(Indicate if incomplete)
Eg SA Lifesaving Assoc
Eg Certificate
Eg 12 Oct 2008
Eg 2008
PART E – PRESENT AND TWO MOST RECENT EMPLOYMENT
Current Position
Date started
Key roles/achievements
Salary
1.
2.
3.
Do you manage staff and if so how many ___________________________________________________
Reference :
Name of Manager :
___________________________________________________________________
Designation/Job Title ___________________________________________________________________
Contact No during office hours
(Telkom)
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Name of Employer _____________________________________________________________________
Previous Position
Date started
Key roles/achievements
Until
Salary
1.
2.
3.
Reason for leaving
Reference :
Name of Manager :
___________________________________________________________________
Designation/Job Title ___________________________________________________________________
Contact No during office hours
(Telkom)
Name of Employer _____________________________________________________________________
Previous Position
Date started
Key roles/achievements
Until
Salary
1.
2.
3.
Reason for leaving
Reference :
Name of Manager :
___________________________________________________________________
Designation/Job Title ___________________________________________________________________
Contact No during office hours
(Telkom)
PART F - EXPERIENCE/RELEVANT SKILLS/FURTHER INFORMATION (Limited to this page)
Use this section to show how you meet all of the requirements for the job, drawing on all aspects
of your education and experience.
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PART G
Do you hold a valid PrDP?
If yes, please specify type of licence
Yes
No
Other (Specify)
Weak
Fair
Good
Xhosa
Weak
Fair
Good
English
Weak
Fair
Afrikaans
Good
Language
proficiency
Please indicate with
X
Other = ………………
Weak
No
Fair
Yes
Good
Do you hold a valid driving licence?
If yes, please specify type of licence
Write
Read
Speak
Understand only
Have you ever been convicted of a criminal offence (or currently awaiting a court trial) which may impact
on the post you are applying for?
(Please note that compulsory criminal checks will be carried out by the City)
Yes
No
PART H
Do you have Family currently working in the City of Cape Town?
Yes
No
The purpose of this question is to ensure that a successful candidate is not placed in an area of
responsibility of a family member.
If “YES” then please provide the following information :Family Member (1)
Family Member (2)
Full Names
Position Held
Relationship
Department
Contact Number
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NOTES TO APPLICANTS :
WHERE POSSIBLE, PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO UNMEMPLOYED INDIVIDUALS IN POSSESSION OF A VALID SOUTH
AFRICAN IDENTITY DOCUMENT OR WORKING PERMIT SUBJECT TO OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS BEING MET.
2. CERTIFIED COPIES OF ALL EDUCATIONAL AND OTHER CERTIFICATES AS WELL AN IDENTITY DOCUMENT MUST BE
SUBMITTED WITH THIS APPLICATION.
3. IF DURING THE REFERENCE CHECKING, IT IS ESTABLISHED THAT ANY INCORRECT OR FRAUDULENT INFORMATION
THAT HAS BEEN FURNISHED ON THIS APPLICATION, THIS MAY LEAD TO MY DISMISSAL.
4. ALL LIFEGUARDS WILL BE REQUIRED TO UNDERTAKE COMPULSORY CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS BY THE CITY’S
SAFETY & SECURITY DEPARTMENT (NO SAPS CLEARANCE CERTIFICATES WILL BE ACCEPTED).
5. ALL APPLICANTS TO HAVE CLEAR CRIMINAL RECORD AND NO PENDING CRIMINAL CASES, CASES AWAITING TRIAL
AND/OR PENDING SENTENCING TO BE CONSIDERED FOR APPOINTMENTS WITHIN THE CITY (WITH THE EXCEPTION
OF SELECTED SOFT CRIMES AS PREDETERMINED BY THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR).
6. NO APPLICANT IS IN ANY WAY PROMISED OR GUARANTEED A TEMPORARY POSITION IN THE CITY, BASED ON THE
FACT THAT THEY HAVE APPLIED FOR AN ADVERTISED VACANCY OR MET THE REQUIREMENTS OF ANY FORM OF
PRE-EMPLOYMENT TESTING.
7. FURTHERMORE NO EXPECTATIONS ARE IMPLIED OR GIVEN TO ANY PERSON WHO WAS SUCCESSFUL IN WORKING
IN A TEMPORARY CAPACITY FOR THE CITY IN ANY CAPACITY IN THE PAST.
8. IF YOU HAVE NOT BEEN CONTACTED BY THE CITY TWO MONTHS AFTER THE SWIM TEST, THEN IT IS TO BE ASSUMED
THAT YOU WERE UNSUCCESSFUL.
9. APPLICANTS WHO ARE CURRENTLY EMPLOYED AS LABOUR BROKERS AND ARE WORKING FOR AN AGENCY IN THE
CITY OF CAPE TOWN, MUST DECLARE THIS INFORMATION UNDER PART B- PRESENT EMPLOYMENT DETAILS.
10. ALL APPLICANTS GRANTED A CONTRACT OF EMPLOYMENT FURTHER AGREE TO SUBMIT TO RANDOM DRUG
TESTING IN THE WORKPLACE.
11. ALL APPLICANTS UNDERSTAND THAT THEY WILL BE REQUIRED TO WORK ON AN ‘IF AND WHEN’ REQUIRED BASIS.
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DECLARATION BY APPLICANT:
I UNDERSTAND THE ABOVE AND AGREE WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS. ALL INFORMATION SUPPLIED IS, TO THE BEST OF
MY KNOWLEDGE, TRUE AND CORRECT.
Signed at ………………………………………………… this ……………. day of ……………………… 2016
SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT