Job Description

Job Purpose: Co-ordinates and controls the set-up, work in progress and completion of specialized tasks activities associated with HV/MV electrical network contributing to the accomplishment of departmental objectives.Duties: Providing guidelines and specific instructions to personnel with respect to the preparation of work site for major/ minor works and/ or setting up of traffic signage. Perform activities and sequences associated with maintaining the functionality HV/MV (Primary Function) and LV (Secondary Function) electrical reticulation systems. Construct and install new or upgrade existing electrical networks including cables, transmission lines, substations, transformers, distribution and metering panels and service connections. Conducting tests to diagnose and determine the nature of the fault and communicating with the immediate superior on the possibility of re-routing supply during major disruption/ repair work. Performs specialized tasks such as high voltage cable fault finding, termination and jointing, line stringing and tensioning, high voltage switchgear and transformer maintenance. Ensure proper and efficient planned, preventative and emergency maintenance in accordance with the specifications and in compliance with the relevant safety legislation. Marking routes for the running in and laying of cables and positioning of supporting structures (poles) and providing guidance to personnel on specific activities (e.g., cleaning of conductors, binding and strapping, stripping of individual conductors.). Jointing and termination of medium voltage cable, line stringing and tensioning, medium voltage switchgear. Engaging controls to operate mechanisms (cherry picker / mounted cranes) to facilitate specific sequences (hoisting, overhead repairs, etc). Monitoring attendance/conduct and output and addressing deviations from agreed performance indicators through meetings/counselling and/or other approved methods designed to improve and motivate personnel. Leading and guiding staff. Maintaining staff discipline and dealing with disciplinary and grievance interventions timeously, fairly and in terms of established policies and procedures. Supervise contractors and temporary employees (EPWP) whilst executing duties. Referring to work schedules and registers to correct deviations in entries raised during processing. Ensure a well-maintained designated vehicle and the accurate capturing of kilometres in accordance with the laid down Procedures, Policies and guidelines. Adheres to technical standards and safety legislation by complying with procedures, policies instructions and guidelines. Carry our safety inspections as required by immediate superior.Minimum Requirements:

• Trade Test Certificate (Electrician),
• 3 years post apprentice experience required.
• Valid ORHVS Certificate,
• Valid Code C1 Drivers License + PrDP,
• Proficient in at least two (2) of the three (3) official languages of the Western Cape.

Preferred Requirements:

• N4 Electrical Engineering Certificate + Wiremans License
• HV regulations and switching
• 3 years relevant experience as an Electrician in an electrical environment

Competencies: (For detail description of competencies, read competency level 3 from page 77/85 of the Competency Framework on our website / on this link- https://bvm.gov.za/download/municipal-staff-regulations-competency-framework/)Core Professional Competencies: Managing Work, Problem Solving, Planning & Organizing, Quality OrientationFunctional Competencies: Workplace Safety, Discipline Specific SkillsPublic Service Orientation Competencies: Service Delivery Orientation, Interpersonal Relationships, Communication, Customer Orientation & Customer FocusPersonal Competencies: Action Orientation, Resilience, Accountability & Ethical Conduct, Learning OrientationManagement / Leadership Competencies: Direction Setting, Impact & Influence, Team Orientation, Coaching & MentoringPLEASE NOTE: Please read the below conditions carefully, only those who comply with the conditions will be considered * No late applications will be considered.

• The Municipality is an equal opportunity employer and as such will observe the requirements of the Employment Equity Act and its EE plan
• When applying via the link above please ensure that you fill in all required fields.
• Also attach an updated CV (Including details of at least three (3) contactable WORK REFERENCES and the relevant numbers), certified copies of qualifications, and covering letter.
• Any candidate appointed at the Breede Valley Municipality will sign an employment and performance agreement subject to probation per the Local Government: Municipal Staff Regulations.
• Candidates will be subjected to assessments / evaluations.
• Successful candidate will be subjected to medical examination, prior appointment.
• Successful candidate will be expected to relocate to Worcester.
• For enquiries contact the Human Resources Office at 023 348 4961 or by email address: jobs@bvm.goc.za
• Canvassing with Councillors or any other decision-maker is not permitted, and proof thereof will result in disqualification.
• Fraudulent qualifications documentation will immediately disqualify any applicant.
• If you have not heard from us within sixty (60) days of the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

All applications should reach us by 09 February 2024 at 13:00.The Municipality reserves its right not to make an appointment.

Breede Valley Municipality