Job Description

Provides advices on technical maintenance requirements and controls compliance requirements, work programmes and administrative applications through interaction with specific functions of the HV Operations Department and within the Branch.
Key Responsibility AreasEvaluates and comments on options and alternatives associated with High Voltage lines.

• Provides technical advice and controls the key performance areas and outputs associated with the Technical Administration Division of the HV Lines Branch and assist when equipment failure or abnormal events occur in the network.
• Co-ordinates and controls tasks/activities associated with controlling personnel performance, productivity and discipline.
• Implements procedures and systems to monitor and control maintenance work programmes, material requirement, equipment status and execution of tasks.
• Applies technical evaluative and interpretative techniques to conduct assessments and monitor conformity to standards
• Programmes maintenance, construction and inspection based on criterias and requirements.
• Prepares and collates the contract documentation and evaluation of tender submissions for High Voltage lines.
• Investigates, introduces and manages best practice approaches to specific condition assessment and maintenance programmes of High Voltage plant, equipment and infrastructure of all HV lines.
• Performs switching operations during commissioning, operational and emergency conditions on the medium and high volume system (from 6,6kV to 275kV).
• Researches relevant engineering technologies and regulatory practices applicable to electrical programmes and interventions.
• Co-ordinates record updating and reporting requirements on functions/activities with the Branch.
• Promotes and supports safety and accident prevention and ensure compliance to the OHS Act.

CompetenciesPlanning

• Attention to Detail
• Design
• Project Management
• Construction
• Operations & Maintenance
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Service Delivery Orientation
• Cognitive Ability
• Accountability & Ethical Conduct
• Team Orientation
• Coaching & Mentoring

Essential RequirementsBachelor of Technology or Bachelor of Engineering (NQF Level 7) in Electrical Engineering.

• Registered as a professional Engineering Technologist with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).
• Valid motor vehicle driving license.
• 5 Years relevant post registration experience in the Electricity Supply Industry.
• Computer Literacy.

Preferred RequirementsPreferred Requirements:

• Authorised to switch on medium and high voltage systems.

Housing Subsidy Yes
Leave Yes
Medical Aid Yes
Other Allowances Car & Market allowances May be applicable
Pension Fund Yes
Remuneration R1 016 470.00 to R1 293 286.00 p.a
13th Cheque Yes
Contact Name HC centre
Contact Telephone 0313111301

eThekwini Municipality