National Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Equivalent NQF 6 qualification with 2 – 5 years’ relevant experience.
- Valid Code B driver’s license
- PrDP must be obtained within 6 months
- Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications
- Must be physically fit and able bodied
- Ability to give attention to detail
- Good organizational skills
- Proficiency in at least two of the official languages of the Western Cape (read, write and speak)
- Good report-writing, presentation and facilitation skills
- Ability to deal with and resolve conflict and good negotiating skills
- Required to work outside normal working hours, on standby, during emergencies and planned overtime.
- Coordinates and controls key performance areas associated with the planning and construction of the Electrical infrastructure of the Municipality
- Controls tasks/ activities associated with personnel performance, productivity and discipline
- Monitor and control the execution of planning and construction requirements and/ or procedures with respect to electrical networks and municipal buildings infrastructure
- Verifying and checking the operational and capital budget of the Section
- Adhere to Supply Chain Management procedures.
- Disseminates technical/ operational information on outcomes, current development, problems and constraints
- Monitors, checks and verifies design details and construction specifications detailed in building/ electrical engineering plans
- Coordinates and attends to procedural administrative requirements, record keeping and reporting deadlines associated with the functionality
- Keeping abreast of developments, emerging trends and latest technologies in the profession.
Problem Solving: The ability to gather information, analyse issues and deal with complexity and ambiguity. Shows long-term thinking, follows through in a logical manner, aware of consequences and implications. Is able to see the ‘Bigger Picture’.
Information to Consider
Candidates must be willing to be subjected to an interview and competency assessment and must be aware that previous employers and references will be contacted and their qualifications, credit and criminal record will be verified. The candidates will be required to disclose all Financial Interests.
General application forms are available in the application section. The application for this job is available at the bottom of this page. A comprehensive CV, original certified copies of Identification documents, qualifications, and driver’s license must accompany the application form and must be hand delivered/couriered to the Human Resources Section, Bitou Municipality, 1 Sewell Street, Plettenberg Bay or posted to Private Bag X1002; Plettenberg Bay; 6600.
Bitou Municipality is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from the designated groups, including those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.
Please take note:
- Only hard-copy applications will be considered. No electronic or faxed applications will be accepted.
- No late applications will be considered. Canvassing of Councilors with the purpose of being appointed is not permitted and proof of such canvassing shall lead to disqualification.
- Submit separate applications when applying for multiple posts and quote reference number.
- Preference will be given to local residents before considering candidates outside the Bitou Municipal Area
If you receive no feedback from us within 12 weeks after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Bitou Municipality reserves the right not to make any appointment and to re-advertise before a shortlist is compiled.