● Trade Certificate (Electrical) ● 1-2 years’ experience in the electricity reticulation/distribution field.
● Proficiency in at least 2 of the 3 official languages of the Western Cape (read, write and speak) ● Ability to follow short term instructions ● Ability to be closely supervised ● Ability to easily perform observable actions ● Required to work in all weather conditions ● Work outside normal working hours, on standby, during emergencies and planned overtime.
● Performs activities associated with construction and installations of medium / low voltage electrical networks ● Performs activities and sequences associated with maintaining the functionality of medium/ low voltage electrical reticulation and lighting systems ● Cleans worksites, stores equipment and tools and loads materials prior to departure from work site.
Managing work: Performs, sweeping, lifting, packing, cleaning, tea making Work place safety: Keeps and stores tools safe Task accountability: Follow a work-roster Quality orientation: Use tools safely Oral communication: Receive and understand instructions correctly
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.