Lepelle Northern Water Vacancies

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Lepelle Northern Water (LNW) is a Water Board established in terms of Water Services Act No 108 of
1997 as a bulk water supply and related water services provider, operating several water purification
works and wastewater treatment schemes in the Limpopo Province.

VACANCIES
APPLICATIONS ARE HEREBY INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING VACANCIES: –

GENERAL MANAGER: STRATEGY, MONITORING, EVALUATION &
ORGANISATIONAL PERFORMANCE

DEPARTMENT: STRATEGY, MONITORING, EVALUATION & ORGANISATIONAL
PERFORMANCE

GENERAL MANAGER: STRATEGY, MONITORING, EVALUATION &
ORGANISATIONAL PERFORMANCE
(5 YEAR FIXED-TERM CONTRACT)
(REF: HRM/30/24)

Remuneration package is negotiable at Paterson Broad Band E, considering LNW
remuneration standards as well as the level of qualifications and experience.

Minimum Job Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Management/Public
Administration/Public Management/Economics or related field coupled with 10 years’
experience in a strategic planning, monitoring, evaluation & organisational performance
environment of which 5 years must be at senior management level. Post graduate qualification
and professional registration with a relevant professional body in the relevant fields will be
added advantages. Driver’s license is a prerequisite.

Knowledge required: Thorough knowledge of strategic planning, monitoring, evaluation &
organisational performance♦ business management principles ♦ Understanding of corporate
governance and relevant transformational legislatives and regulations ♦ Familiarity with
strategic planning, monitoring, evaluation & organisational performance best practices ♦ Sound
knowledge of Public Finance Management Act, National Treasury Regulations and Water
Services Act ♦ Human Resources and Financial Management ♦ Understanding and knowledge
of Corporate Governance Principles in King Reports.

Competencies: Effective communication skills (written and oral)♦ Strategic leadership, people
and financial management ♦ Creativity and innovation ♦ Emotional intelligence ♦ Change
Management, Project management, Presentation skills, Report writing skills, Problem solving
and analytical skills, Stakeholder management, Ability to collect information, analytical and
report writing.

CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER: INFORMATION & COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY

(5 YEAR FIXED-TERM CONTRACT)
(REF No. HRM/31/24)

Remuneration package is negotiable at Paterson Broad Band E, considering LNW
remuneration standards as well as the level of qualifications and experience

Minimum Job Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / Information
Technology or related, coupled with 10 years’ experience in ICT environment of which 5 years
must be at senior management level. A post-graduate degree in Computer Science/Information
Technology and registration with a relevant professional body will be an added advantage.
Extensive experience in ICT management and leadership roles, with a proven track record of
successful ICT strategy development and implementation. Driver’s license is a prerequisite.

Knowledge required: ♦ Thorough knowledge of ICT and security laws and regulations ♦
Understanding of ICT governance ♦ Familiarity with ICT best practices and ability to recognize
company needs for new technologies ♦ Sound knowledge of Public Finance Management Act,
National Treasury Regulations and Water Services Act ♦ Human Resources, Financial
Management.

Competencies: Effective communication skills (written and oral)♦ Strategic leadership,
people’s management and financial management ♦ Creativity and innovation ♦ Emotional
intelligence ♦ Change Management in ICT, Project management, presentation skills, report
writing skills, problem solving and analytical skills.

Key Responsibilities: Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the incumbent will be
responsible for ♦ Formulating ICT strategy in line with the company-wide strategy and ensure
implementation thereof ♦ Develop, implement and monitor a strategic, comprehensive business
information security and ICT risk management program ♦ Identify and mitigate ICT risks and
ensuring that a robust cybersecurity measures are in place ♦ Develop and maintain disaster
recovery and business continuity plans ♦ Develop areas of improvement across own business
unit and interfaces with other business units to contribute towards a more streamlined business
operation ♦ Lead and manage the ICT department, including financial and human resources.
♦ Develop, implement and maintain policies and procedures for ICT systems, including those
for architecture, security, disaster recovery, etc. ♦ Oversee ICT Infrastructure and resources
for LNW ♦ Oversee the management of the system integration.♦ Design and develop the ICT
Framework for the digital transformation that is aligned to the business and customer
requirements. ♦ Drive, develop and manage the ICT architecture, products and services in line
with the customer needs♦ Ensure the cybersecurity awareness of end users is regularly
facilitated.♦ Develop and ensure the implementation and management of ICT governance ♦
Investigate and understand the impact analysis of the ICT matters that relates to the company’s
operating model ♦ tracking project delivery and monitoring ICT services ♦ Ensure the
safeguarding of ICT assets, disaster recovery and continuity of operations ♦ Ensure
consistency and alignment of ICT practices across all departments and business units ♦ Ensure
that ICT investments are aligned with business priorities and deliver maximum value ♦ Monitor and evaluate emerging technologies to keep the organization at the forefront of industry trends,
Direct, organize and manage ICT related projects.

EMPLOYEE WELLNESS COORDINATOR – (REF NO. HRM/33/24)

LOCATION: HEAD OFFICE

MINIMUM SALARY: R370 000.73 per annum on a C – Lower Paterson Broadband plus
medical aid, housing subsidy/allowance and pension/provident funds benefits

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS: National Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences
and/or Health Related Sciences with at least 2 years working experience in wellness
environment. A valid driver’s license is a prerequisite. Registration with relevant professional
body will be advantageous.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: ♦ must be computer literate (MS Word, MS Excel, MS
PowerPoint etc.) ♦ Excellent organizational and time management skills ♦ Strong business
ethics ♦ Service delivery innovations ♦ have the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
♦ good presentation skills ♦ report writing skills ♦ ability to work under pressure and beyond
normal working hours.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: – ♦ Implementation of wellness activities in line with LNW’s Strategic
Objectives and Business Plans ♦ Manage proper functioning of Integrated Wellness Committee
♦ Launching of the Employee Assistance Programme ♦ Develop, maintain and manage a
Wellness programmes throughout the LNW ♦ Manage participation in Health and Wellness
National events ♦ Ensure the implementation of Health and Wellness policies and procedures
♦ Align wellness interventions with medical aid benefits ♦ Ensure effective communication and
training of workforce in terms of all Employee Wellness programmes ♦ Coordinate with key
partners on programs, projects and initiatives; sport days and wellness days ♦ Implement and
manage Productivity Management and Sick Leave Abuse for LNW ♦ Collect and analyse sick
leave data to identify leave trends ♦ Sensitise management on high-risk, high impact health
and wellness concerns ♦ Recommend corrective actions on wellness matters ♦ Ensure
compliance with all LNW’s policies, procedures and code of ethics.

HUMAN RESOURCES ADMINISTRATOR – (REF NO. HRM/34/24)

LOCATION: HEAD OFFICE

MINIMUM SALARY: R370 000.73 per annum on a C – Lower Paterson Broadband plus
medical aid, housing subsidy/allowance and pension/provident funds benefits

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS: National Diploma in Human Resources Management /
Public Management coupled with at least two years’ experience in talent acquisition,
performance management and job evaluation. A valid driver’s license is a prerequisite.
Registration with relevant professional body will be advantageous

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: ♦ must be computer literate (MS Word, MS Excel, MS
PowerPoint etc.) ♦ Business Acumen ♦ Problem solving ♦ Excellent organizational and time
management skills ♦ Strong business ethics ♦ Service delivery innovations ♦ have the ability
to communicate effectively at all levels ♦ good presentation skills ♦ report writing skills ♦ ability
to work under pressure and beyond normal working hours

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: – ♦ Reporting to the HR Manager, the incumbent will be responsible
for: ♦ Drafting Adverts for all positions and facilitate the advertisement through SCM ♦ Submit
the panel requests for approval in line with the HR Policies and Procedures ♦ Facilitates the
short listing and interviews as and when required ♦ Conduct vettings (Qualifications, Criminal
and reference checks) in line with the HR Policies and procedures ♦ Facilitate appointments of
EPWP beneficiaries through Municipalities and Department of Labour ♦ Facilitates the
implementation of transfers ♦ Implements the Talent Acquisition policies and procedures ♦
Monitor performance management and submit moderation report to the HR Manager ♦ Ensure
compliance with all LNW’s policies, procedures and code of ethics.

SCHEME MANAGER – (REF. HRM/32/24)

LOCATION: STEELPOORT SCHEME

MINIMUM SALARY: R882 422.53 per annum in the D- Lower (All inclusive)

Minimum Job Requirements: National Diploma or a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical
Engineering / Water Care / Mechanical / Electrical Engineering with 5 years’ experience related
to the water industry, of which 3 years is at Supervisory Level. A valid driver license is a
prerequisite. Registration with Professional Body will serve as an added advantage.

Knowledge required: Sound knowledge of Public Finance Management Act, National
Treasury Regulation and Water Services Act ♦ Sound knowledge of assets care and
management ♦ Drinking water quality management ♦ Knowledge of ERP system like SAP

Competencies required: ♦ Planning, organizing, leading, evaluation and monitoring of the
scheme’s operations and maintenance. ♦ People’s management and financial management ♦
Service Delivery Innovations ♦ Quality Orientation ♦ Computer skills ♦ Report writing skill ♦
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills at all levels ♦ Strong leadership skills.
Excellent negotiation, analytical, problem solving, report writing and presentation skills ♦ Strong
business ethics ♦ Ability to work under pressure and beyond normal working hours

Key Responsibilities: Reporting to the Regional Manager, the incumbent will be responsible
for: ♦ Planning, organising and directing the production and supply of potable water and waste
water treatment works to optimise plant efficiencies ♦ Planning organising and directing the
operations and maintenance activities to minimise production loss and maintenance costs ♦
Management of the production and maintenance personnel to ensure effective utilisation of
resources ♦ Development, compilation and implementation of operational, maintenance and
personnel budgets ♦ Identification of operational risks, development of a risk profile for own
area of responsibility and implementation of the approved risk and audit action plans to mitigate
operational risks and audit findings ♦ Advises subordinates of any deviations from standards ♦
Submits operational productivity reports within the area of responsibility ♦ Ensures compliance
with all LNW’s policies and procedures requirements, code of ethics and confidentiality.

CONDITION MONITORING TECHNICIAN (REF NO. HRM/29/24)

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LOCATION: HEAD OFFICE
MINIMUM SALARY: R737 011.98 per annum on a C-Upper Paterson Broadband (All
inclusive)

Minimum Job Requirements: National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical
Engineering, Level one thermography certificate and Level one vibration certificate coupled with
4 years relevant experience in mechanical environment of which 2 years’ experience must be
at a supervisory level. A valid driver’s license is a prerequisite. Registration with relevant
professional body will be an added advantage.

Competencies Required: ♦ Analytical Skill ♦ Problem solving skill ♦ Excellent Organizational
and Time Management skills ♦ Strong business ethics ♦ Service delivery innovation ♦ Ability
to communicate effectively at all levels ♦ Good presentation skills ♦ Report writing skills ♦
Ability to work under pressure and beyond normal working hours.

Key Responsibilities: Reporting to the Infrastructure Maintenance Manager, the incumbent
will be responsible for: ♦ Carrying out routine and non-routine machinery condition monitoring
and data collection ♦ Using data collectors and computerized CM systems with direction and
support from the supervisor ♦ Carry out troubleshooting, telescopic inspection, oil collection,
thermal imaging, task observations, vibration analysis, equipment alignment, and pump
performance testing ♦ Carry out routine and non-routine Condition Monitoring activities
effectively and safely ♦ Collect vibration and operational parameters and upload them into the
Machine Analyst database ♦ Review all exception reports in the database on a daily basis ♦
Update overhauls and bearings change events into the history database ♦ Review daily trip
events (or failure events) and coordinate with production teams to carry out necessary actions
♦ Identify and report machines with chronic problems and recommend necessary actions ♦
Carry out commissioning checks of newly installed rotating equipment ♦ Coordinate with
schemes maintenance teams in troubleshooting activities, as necessary ♦ Support
maintenance teams in troubleshooting and implementation of improvement initiatives ♦
Develop a rotating equipment technical database ♦ Coordinate with Maintenance Scheduler
and Planning Technicians in prioritising, scheduling, and alignment of Condition Monitoring jobs
with their planned activities ♦ Builds equipment history for maintenance planning ♦Consolidates and submits condition monitoring records ♦ Prepares condition monitoring
schedule ♦ Performs general administrative duties ♦ Ensure compliance with all LNW policies,
procedures and code of ethics.

CLOSING DATE: 11 OCTOBER 2024

An application letter together with a detailed CV, certified copies of qualifications and a
drivers’ license must be addressed to: Human Resource Manager, Lepelle Northern
Water, Private Bag X9522, Polokwane, 0700. Alternatively, applications can be e-mailed
at hr@lepelle.co.za. Failure to attach the above-mentioned required documents will
disqualify your application.

IMPORTANT: Appointment will be made in accordance with Lepelle Northern Water’s
Employment Equity Policy and Plan. Preference will be given to females, Indians, Coloureds
and persons with disabilities. Recommended candidate will be subjected to the following
checks: qualifications, criminal, credit and employment history and security vetting. Appointable
candidate will be subjected to competency assessment. Lepelle Northern Water reserves the
right not to make appointment to the post advertised.

All the best with your applications.