The City of Ekurhuleni has opened multiple senior management and specialist vacancies across Human Resources, Finance, Environmental Management, and Technical Services. These permanent roles offer competitive salaries, structured benefits, and the opportunity to influence service delivery in one of Gauteng’s largest metropolitan municipalities.
If you have experience in HR management, labour law, municipal finance, contract management, horticulture, or technical operations, this recruitment cycle presents strong career progression opportunities. Most positions close between 3 and 5 March 2026, so timely application is critical.
Table of Contents
- About the City of Ekurhuleni
- Senior HR and Legal Roles
- Snr Specialist: HR Business Partners HRES19301R
- Snr Manager: Case Management and Litigation HRES19006
- Snr Manager: HR Cluster Support HRES19300
- Environmental and Technical Roles
- Snr Specialist Contracts ERWM20691
- Horticulturist Team Lead ERWM21374
- Manager Technical ERWM20683
- Executive Finance Leadership Role
- Group Chief Financial Officer FINA50000
- How to Strengthen Your Application
- Important Closing Dates
- Call to Action
About the City of Ekurhuleni
The City of Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality is a key economic hub in Gauteng. It manages infrastructure, environmental services, financial governance, and public administration across a large urban region. Senior roles in this municipality require strong compliance knowledge, leadership capability, and operational discipline.
Senior HR and Legal Roles
Snr Specialist: HR Business Partners HRES19301R
Closing Date: 4 March 2026
Department: Human Resources
Salary: R 793,320 to R 1,088,268 per annum plus benefits
Type: Permanent
Minimum Requirements
- Matric
- Bachelor of Science, Humanities, or BTech in Human Resources or equivalent NQF Level 7
- 5 years’ experience in HR Management or HR Generalist role
- Valid driver’s licence
Core Responsibilities
- Partner with departments to attract and retain talent
- Provide input into HRM and Development strategy and SDBIP
- Align HR systems, processes, and technology
- Monitor recruitment and selection compliance
- Ensure Employment Equity policy implementation
- Support workforce planning and organisational design
- Monitor training and development implementation
This role suits experienced HR professionals who understand municipal governance and strategic workforce planning.
Snr Manager: Case Management and Litigation HRES19006
Closing Date: 4 March 2026
Salary: R 893,052 to R 1,225,092 per annum
Minimum Requirements
- Matric
- LLB or degree majoring in Labour Law
- 8 years managerial experience in labour law, ideally in local government
- Knowledge of South African labour legislation
- Advanced consulting and dispute negotiation skills
- Driver’s licence
Core Responsibilities
- Develop a comprehensive case management system covering grievances, discipline, arbitration, and court litigation
- Represent the City in Labour Court and relevant tribunals
- Advise on contractual relationships with Senior Managers
- Provide strategic Labour Relations guidance
- Manage governance, risk, and divisional budgets
If you have managed ER teams and represented employers at CCMA or Labour Court level, emphasize measurable outcomes such as reduced litigation costs or improved dispute resolution timelines.
Snr Manager: HR Cluster Support HRES19300
Closing Date: 4 March 2026
Salary: R 893,052 to R 1,225,095 per annum
Minimum Requirements
- Degree in Social Sciences, Humanities, or equivalent NQF Level 7
- Honours Degree advantageous
- 8 years’ experience in complex HR environments
- Driver’s licence
Core Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end HR functions at cluster level
- Drive tactical HR planning and operational oversight
- Align HR strategy with departmental objectives
- Manage HR technology and change processes
- Promote performance culture and compliance
This role fits HR leaders who have overseen multiple HR functions within large institutions.
Environmental and Technical Roles
Snr Specialist Contracts ERWM20691
Closing Date: 3 March 2026
Department: Environmental Resource and Waste Management
Salary: R 625,992 to R 858,768 per annum
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Contract Management, Public Administration, SCM or related field
- OR National Diploma in Horticulture or Environmental Management with 10+ years experience
- 3 to 5 years relevant experience
Core Responsibilities
- Manage the full contract life cycle
- Track contract expiry and procurement transitions
- Maintain audit-ready contract documentation
- Ensure SLA compliance and performance monitoring
- Coordinate rollout across depots and regions
Highlight audit readiness, procurement oversight, and compliance monitoring experience.
Horticulturist Team Lead ERWM21374
Closing Date: 3 March 2026
Salary: R 494,016 to R 677,864 per annum
Minimum Requirements
- National Diploma in Horticulture
- 2 to 4 years relevant experience
- Valid driver’s licence
Core Responsibilities
- Deliver KPI performance in horticultural services
- Implement governance and risk management controls
- Manage financial processes within unit
- Drive customer service excellence
- Lead and motivate teams
Suitable for candidates with park management, landscaping, or municipal horticulture experience.
Manager Technical ERWM20683
Closing Date: 3 March 2026
Salary: R 704,688 to R 966,720 per annum
Minimum Requirements
- Degree in Environmental Management, Horticulture, Public Administration, or related
- 3 to 5 years relevant experience
- Valid driver’s licence
Core Responsibilities
- Develop and standardize policies and SOPs
- Inspect contractor performance
- Maintain divisional risk registers
- Respond to community service delivery concerns
- Mentor technical staff and depot managers
Focus on compliance audits, infrastructure coordination, and environmental risk management experience.
Executive Finance Leadership Role
Group Chief Financial Officer FINA50000
Closing Date: 5 March 2026
Department: Finance
Salary: R 2,219,302 to R 3,399,184 total cost to company
Location: OR Tambo Precinct, Germiston
Minimum Requirements
- Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics
- Registered Chartered Accountant CA SA
- 10 years management experience, 5 at middle management level
- Experience implementing GRAP and IFRS accounting standards
Key Responsibilities
- Drive financial sustainability strategy
- Lead treasury and procurement functions
- Oversee revenue, debt collection, asset management, payroll
- Ensure statutory financial reporting compliance
- Advise Council on financial legislation and policy
This role requires strong executive leadership and deep public sector financial governance expertise.
How to Strengthen Your Application
To compete effectively for these senior municipal roles:
Align Your CV With Responsibilities
- Match your achievements to each job’s key performance areas
- Quantify results, such as cost savings or audit improvements
- Highlight governance, risk, and compliance experience
Emphasize Leadership Impact
- State team size managed
- Outline budget responsibility
- Demonstrate strategic project delivery
Prepare Supporting Documents
- Certified qualifications
- Professional registrations where required
- Updated CV tailored per role
Important Closing Dates
- 3 March 2026 for Environmental and Technical roles
- 4 March 2026 for HR roles
- 5 March 2026 for CFO role
Submit applications through the official City of Ekurhuleni eRecruitment portal before the deadline.
Call to Action
These City of Ekurhuleni senior vacancies 2026 offer strong remuneration, career stability, and meaningful public service impact.
If you meet the requirements, review the job description carefully, tailor your CV strategically, and apply through the provided links before the closing date.
Secure your next leadership role in local government today.
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