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DIRECTOR: PROJECTS

VACANCY

In terms of its Employment Equity Plan, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is committed to employment practices that redress past imbalances in respect of race, gender and disability, and as such the relevant policy will be considered during selection and placement.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for appointment to the under-mentioned position. Persons with a disability are encouraged to apply, unless otherwise stated in the advertisement.

ELECTRICTY AND ENERGY DIRECTORATE

DIRECTOR: PROJECTS

(PROJECTS)

POSITION CODE: 240511

TASK Grade 17 (R883 020 – R1 227 624 per annum)

(Basic salary only, excluding benefits)

Qualifications and experience required:

B.Sc. degree (Electrical Engineering).
Must be registered as a Professional Engineer with ECSA.
Seven to eight years’ relevant work experience.
A valid Code B driver’s licence.

Key attributes and competencies:

Proficient oral and written communication skills in English and at least one other official local language.
Strategic management and forward planning to achieve short- and long-term objectives of section.
Good interpersonal, communication and managerial skills.
Good budget management skills.
Ability to plan, formulate and implement policies, projects or programmes.
Excellent report-writing and presentation skills.
High level of attention to detail.

Special conditions associated with the position:

Must be physically fit and able-bodied.
Must be able to perform manual operations and duties on foot. Need to carry out construction site visits and inspection of projects.
Sight, speech and hearing ability.

Job purpose:

Managing, planning, leading, directing, and supervising the various sections of the Projects Division through the development and alignment of procedures and controls, applications and outcomes with regard to the provision and maintenance of high voltage infrastructure, long term strategic planning of modern technology and technical improvements and providing critical advice aimed at supporting technical, human resources and managerial functions and activities pertaining to functionality.

As part of the selection process, candidates may be tested on any requirement, skill or competency, which will include pre-employment screening, medical examination, security vetting and psychometric assessment.

Fringe benefits will include membership of a Retirement Fund, Medical Aid Scheme, Group Life Assurance Scheme, participation in a Housing Subsidy and Car Schemes (subject to the conditions of the various Schemes), and normal leave and sick leave benefits.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Kindly note that all applications for employment and supporting documentation in respect of the advertised vacancy should be submitted online on the municipal website at www.nelsonmandelabay.gov.za (go to ‘Vacancies’ to find the documentation for details for submitting online applications). It is advisable to submit applications online in good time to allow time for attending to queries that may arise when submitting applications.

Hand-delivered or mailed applications for this position will not be accepted.

Telephonic enquiries may be directed to the Receptionist, tel. 041 506 3259.

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY, 10 JANUARY 2025 BEFORE 14:00

SENIOR DIRECTOR: DISTRIBUTION

VACANCY

ELECTRICITY AND ENERGY DIRECTORATE

SENIOR DIRECTOR: DISTRIBUTION

(DISTRIBUTION MANAGEMENT)

POSITION CODE: 240515

TASK Grade 20 (R1 259 700 – R1 751 292 per annum)

(Basic salary only, excluding benefits)

Qualifications and experience required:

B.Sc. degree (Electrical Engineering).
Registered as a Professional Engineer.
Government Certificate of Competency (Electrical).
Eight (8) years’ relevant experience.

Key attributes and competencies:

Performs management functions associated with the utilisation, productivity, and performance of personnel within Distribution, preparation of the capital and operational budget, financial control, and formulation of contracts.
Participates in and makes strategic decisions regarding the formulation, implementation, and management of overhead line distribution systems.
Participates in and makes strategic decisions regarding the formulation, implementation, and management of underground cable distribution systems.
Participates in and makes strategic decisions regarding the formulation, implementation, and management of substation installations and maintenance.
Participates in and makes strategic decisions regarding the formulation, implementation, and management of street and high mast lighting systems.
Initiates and conceptualises strategic short-, medium- and long-term objectives and plans regarding the reliability of the distribution and transmission network.
Reports, interacts, and communicates internally and externally.
Must be physically fit and healthy and able to perform manual operations and duties on foot – needs to carry out on-site inspections.
Ability to cope with mental stress associated with the taking of risky decisions and giving instructions under any emergency conditions, authorising switching on the distribution and transmission network, maintenance planning, maintaining safety of operations, etc. This stress is a constant part of the job.
Ability to meet frequent pre-undetermined and conflicting deadlines and interruptions in the job – Council and Committee meetings, management meetings, public meetings, reporting requirements, emergency situations due to system failures, etc.
Sight, speech and hearing ability.

Special conditions attached to the post:

A valid Code EB driver’s licence.

Job purpose:

Providing strategic leadership and managing the Distribution Branch regarding maintenance and construction work on the transmission and distribution network, adherence to legislation including the Occupational Health and Safety Act, operations on the distribution network and the security thereof by formulating initiating, co-ordinating, implementing, maintaining, and managing a shared strategic operational plan between the various depots.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Hand-delivered or mailed applications for this position will not be accepted.

Telephonic enquiries may be directed to the Receptionist, tel. 041 506 3259.

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY, 10 JANUARY 2025 BEFORE 14:00

SENIOR DIRECTOR: PROJECTS

VACANCY

ELECTRICITY AND ENERGY DIRECTORATE

SENIOR DIRECTOR: PROJECTS

(PROJECTS)

POSITION CODE: 240514

TASK Grade 20 (R1 259 700 – R1 751 292 per annum)

(Basic salary only, excluding benefits)

Qualifications and experience required:

B.Sc. degree (Electrical Engineering) or equivalent.
Ten years (10) years’ relevant experience.

Key attributes and competencies:

Performs management functions associated with the utilisation, productivity, and performance of personnel within Projects, preparation of the capital and operational budget, financial control, and formulation of contracts and tender documents. Strategic planning and implementation of large projects.
Participates in and makes strategic decisions regarding the formulation, implementation, and management of the NMBM Electrification program.
Participates in and makes strategic decisions regarding the formulation, implementation, and management of the Planning Division.
Participates in and makes strategic decisions regarding the formulation, implementation, and management of the Projects Division.
Identifies, defines, implements, and manages the immediate, short- and long-term strategic objectives and plans regarding the quality of electricity supply.
Reports, interacts, and communicates internally and externally.
Must be physically fit and healthy and able to perform manual operations and duties on foot – needs to inspect substations at any time of day or night in severe weather conditions.
Ability to cope with mental stress.
Ability to meet frequent pre-undetermined and conflicting deadlines and interruptions in the job – Council and Committee meetings, management meetings, public meetings, reporting, etc.
Sight, speech and hearing ability.
Renders emergency standby duty 24 hours per day.

Special conditions attached to the post:

A valid Code B driver’s licence.
Government Certificate of Competency.
Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel).
Good oral and written communication skills in English and at least one other local language.
Human resources and interpersonal skills.
Managerial, supervisory, and strategic leadership skills.
Financial management skills.
Analytical skills.
Ability to give attention to detail.
Ability to work under pressure without tolerance for errors.

Job purpose:

Providing strategic leadership and managing the Distribution Branch regarding maintenance and construction work on the transmission and distribution network, adherence to legislation including the Occupational Health and Safety Act, operations on the distribution network and the security thereof by formulating, initiating, co-ordinating, implementing, maintaining, and managing a shared strategic operational plan between the various Depots.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Hand-delivered or mailed applications for this position will not be accepted.

Telephonic enquiries may be directed to the Receptionist, tel. 041 506 3259.

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY, 10 JANUARY 2025 BEFORE 14:00

DIRECTOR: ELECTRIFICATION

VACANCY

ELECTRICITY AND ENERGY DIRECTORATE

DIRECTOR: ELECTRIFICATION

(PROJECTS)

POSITION CODE: 240512

TASK Grade 17 (R883 020 – R1 227 624 per annum)

(Basic salary only, excluding benefits)

Qualifications and experience required:

B.Sc. degree or B.Tech. (Electrical Engineering) (Heavy Current).
Must be registered as a Professional Engineer OR Professional Engineering Technologist with ECSA.
Five to seven years’ relevant work experience.
A valid Code B driver’s licence.

Key attributes and competencies:

Proficient oral and written communication skills in English and at least one other official local language.
Strategic management and forward planning to achieve short- and long-term objectives of section.
Good interpersonal, communication and managerial skills.
Good budget management skills.
Ability to plan, formulate and implement policies, projects or programmes.
Excellent report-writing and presentation skills.
High level of attention to detail.

Special conditions associated with the position:

Must be physically fit and able-bodied.
Must be able to perform manual operations and duties on foot. Need to carry out construction site visits and inspection of projects.
Sight, speech and hearing ability.

Job purpose:

Managing the provision of sustainable electricity to all living in informal settlements and low-cost housing in the municipal area according to agreed engineering standards, political directives and budgetary limitations in terms of the strategic objectives as determined in the Municipality’s Integrated Development Plan.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Hand-delivered or mailed applications for this position will not be accepted.

Telephonic enquiries may be directed to the Receptionist, tel. 041 506 3259.

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY, 10 JANUARY 2025 BEFORE 14:00

DIRECTOR: PLANNING

VACANCY

ELECTRICITY AND ENERGY DIRECTORATE

DIRECTOR: PLANNING

(PROJECTS)

POSITION CODE: 240513

TASK Grade 17 (R883 020 – R1 227 624 per annum)

(Basic salary only, excluding benefits)

Qualifications and experience required:

B.Sc. degree (Electrical Engineering) (Heavy Current).
Must be registered as a Professional Engineer with ECSA.
Seven to eight years’ relevant work experience.
A valid Code B driver’s licence.

Key attributes and competencies:

Proficient oral and written communication skills in English and at least one other official local language.
Strategic management and forward planning to achieve short- and long-term objectives of section.
Good interpersonal, communication and managerial skills.
Good budget management skills.
Ability to plan, formulate and implement policies, projects or programmes.
Excellent report-writing and presentation skills.
High level of attention to detail.

Special conditions associated with the position:

Must be physically fit and able-bodied.
Must be able to perform manual operations and duties on foot. Need to carry out construction site visits and inspection of projects.
Sight, speech and hearing ability.

Job purpose:

Managing and administering the Planning Division with respect to the planning and design of the low, medium and high voltage electrical network of the Municipality in accordance with the budgetary provisions, safety and quality standards in order to meet short-, medium- and long-term requirements.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Hand-delivered or mailed applications for this position will not be accepted.

Telephonic enquiries may be directed to the Receptionist, tel. 041 506 3259.

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY, 10 JANUARY 2025 BEFORE 14:00

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: DISTRIBUTION

VACANCY

ELECTRICITY & ENERGY DIRECTORATE

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: DISTRIBUTION

(DISTRIBUTION MANAGEMENT)

POSITION CODE: 240516

TASK Grade 15 (R696 732 – R968 724 per annum)

(Basic salary only, excluding benefits)

Qualifications and experience required:

B.Sc. degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
Registration as a Professional Engineer or Professional Technologist.
Five years’ experience.

Special conditions attached to the post:

A valid Code B driver’s licence.
Government Certificate of Competence.

Key attributes and competencies:

Must be physically fit and healthy and able to perform manual operations and duties on foot – is required to occasionally climb ladders or high mast poles and to lift and carry equipment weighting in excess of 20kg.
Must be able to cope with working under environmental conditions that are physically stressful such as varying temperatures and weather conditions. The job is performed on or near live electricity cables and equipment and in confined areas such as switchyards and enclosed substations.
Work is performed under pressure e.g. during power failures and under conditions of considerable interruptions, conflicting deadlines and urgent/critical/essential unforeseen issues requiring immediate attention to avoid costly delays or repercussions, causes in high level of time stress. Predetermined deadlines must be adhered to in respect of payroll matters, for example payment of overtime, allowances, etc. Must work overtime and render standby duties.
Decision-making involving risk is required as incorrect decisions, e.g. during switching operations, could jeopardise the safety to staff, plant and equipment.
Sight, speech and hearing ability (eye test for colour blindness is required).
Good communication and administration skills.
Management, supervisory, negotiation and financial management skills.

Job purpose

Responsible for managing, supervising, coordinating, and controlling the installation and maintenance of lighting, underground cables, bundle conductors, transformers, substations, overhead lines, buildings, civil works, and associated equipment, and to provide technical support and advice to all depots including the Transmission Maintenance Division in order to ensure a high standard of service delivery. To contribute towards and achieve the strategic objectives of the IDP process by designing, providing and maintaining electrical infrastructure.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Hand-delivered or mailed applications for this position will not be accepted.

Telephonic enquiries may be directed to the Receptionist, tel. 041 506 3259.

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY, 10 JANUARY 2025 BEFORE 14:00

SAFETY COORDINATOR: OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT

VACANCY

PUBLIC HEALTH DIRECTORATE

SAFETY COORDINATOR: OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT

(OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELLNESS)

POSITION CODE: 240517

TASK Grade 10 (R385 404 – R535 812 per annum)

(Basic salary only, excluding benefits)

Qualification and experience required:

National Diploma (Safety Management) – NQF Level 5.
Valid Code EB driver’s licence.
Computer literacy in Office applications.
One to two years’ relevant work experience.

Key attributes and competencies:

Interpersonal and communication skills.
Monitoring and report-writing skills.
Physically fit and able-bodied.

Job purpose:

Coordinating tasks/activities pertaining to implementation, monitoring, and reporting sequences of outcomes associated with Safety Management through the coordination of operations associated with the enforcement of policies, procedures and practices dictating health and safety in the Municipality, and execution of investigation of accidents/investigations.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Hand-delivered or mailed applications for this position will not be accepted.

Telephonic enquiries may be directed to the Receptionist, tel. 041 506 3259.

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY, 10 JANUARY 2025 BEFORE 14:00

SENIOR SAFETY OFFICER

VACANCY

PUBLIC HEALTH DIRECTORATE

SENIOR SAFETY OFFICER

(OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELLNESS)

POSITION CODE: 240509

TASK Grade 12 (R488 412 – R679 056 per annum)

(Basic salary only, excluding benefits)

Requirements:

Relevant tertiary qualification.
Code EC driver’s licence.
Computer literacy in Office applications.
Three to four years’ relevant work experience.

Competencies:

Report-writing and communication skills.
Analytical, planning and coordination skills.
Ability to formulate Occupational Health and Safety policies, programmes, and legislative standards for implementation.
Physically fit and able-bodied.

Job purpose:

Coordinating the implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting sequences of outcomes associated with Safety Management through the co-ordination of operations associated with the enforcement of policies, procedures and practices dictating health and safety in the Municipality, development and maintenance of Occupational Health and Safety Programs, and coordination and execution of investigation of accidents/investigations.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Hand-delivered or mailed applications for this position will not be accepted.

Telephonic enquiries may be directed to the Receptionist, tel. 041 506 3259.

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY, 10 JANUARY 2025 BEFORE 14:00

ASSISTANT MANAGER: WORKSHOPS

VACANCY

INFRASTRUCTURE & ENGINEERING DIRECTORATE

ASSISTANT MANAGER: WORKSHOPS

(FLEET MANAGEMENT SERVICES)

POSITION CODE: 240505

TASK Grade 13 (R549 804 – R764 388 per annum)

(Basic salary only, excluding benefits)

Qualifications and experience required:

Trade-tested Artisan – Automotive Discipline.
A valid Code B driver’s licence.
Three to four years’ relevant experience.
Physically fit and able-bodied.

Key attributes and competencies:

The incumbent should possess:

Operational control and coordination skills.
Evaluation and inspection skills.
Resource planning and communication skills.
Supervisory and monitoring skills.
General administration and planning skills.

Job purpose:

Coordinating and controlling the workshop operations pertaining to the repairs and maintenance of municipal vehicles, inclusive of monitoring and implementing procedures, establishing resource requirements, planning, and scheduling maintenance programmes, and evaluating outcomes. Monitoring and attending to deviations in productivity and performance and attending to specific administrative and information reporting requirements and processes.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Hand-delivered or mailed applications for this position will not be accepted.

Telephonic enquiries may be directed to the Receptionist, tel. 041 506 3259.

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY, 10 JANUARY 2025 BEFORE 14:00

CONTROLLER

VACANCY

INFRASTRUCTURE AND ENGINEERING DIRECTORATE

CONTROLLER

(ROADS AND STORMWATER)

POSITION CODE: 240507

TASK Grade 10 (R385 404 – R535 812 per annum)

(Basic salary only, excluding benefits)

Qualification and experience required:

Appropriate level of secondary qualification – relevant Technical Qualification (M+1).
Computer literacy.
A valid Code EB driver’s licence.
One to two years’ relevant experience in a technical/engineering environment.

Key attributes and competencies:

Good oral and written communication skills in English.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Report-writing skills.
In-depth understanding of technical applications and/or processes related to the function.

Job purpose:

Applying procedures and guidelines associated with the provision of support and monitoring of minor works by establishing applications for execution, preparing basic drawings and estimates, conducting site inspections, participating in site meetings and making available routine information or approved technical guidelines for implementation, organising responses to queries/enquiries, and attending to minor works records update and reporting requirements in order to ensure progress and compliance information/observations against scope of the contract is checked and communicated to enable evaluation and/or the determination of appropriate corrective measures for implementation.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Hand-delivered or mailed applications for this position will not be accepted.

Telephonic enquiries may be directed to the Receptionist, tel. 041 506 3259.

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY, 10 JANUARY 2025 BEFORE 14:00

SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT: AUTO ELECTRICAL

VACANCY

INFRASTRUCTURE & ENGINEERING DIRECTORATE

SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT: AUTO ELECTRICAL

(FLEET MANAGEMENT SERVICES)

POSITION CODE: 240510

TASK Grade 12 (R488 412 – R679 056 per annum)

(Basic salary only, excluding benefits)

Qualifications and experience required:

Trade-tested Artisan or equivalent technical in Auto-Electrical qualification.
A valid Code EB driver’s licence.
Computer literacy – Office applications.
Two to three years’ relevant experience.

Key attributes and competencies:

The incumbent should possess:

Operational control and coordination skills.
Customer care orientated knowledge.
Evaluation and inspection skills.
Resource planning and communication skills.
Supervisory and monitoring skills.
General administration, report, and planning skills.
Automotive assessment skills.

Job purpose:

Coordinating applications associated with the monitoring of the repair and planned maintenance of automotive electrical systems by scheduling resource requirements according to approved programmes and priorities, checking on the execution and applying corrective measures to address deviations and/or problem solving complex technical faults to electrical systems and writing, maintaining quality and service standards and attending to administrative reporting and recordkeeping requirements in order to ensure outcomes defined in the operational plans are achieved.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Hand-delivered or mailed applications for this position will not be accepted.

Telephonic enquiries may be directed to the Receptionist, tel. 041 506 3259.

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY, 10 JANUARY 2025 BEFORE 14:00

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