Electrical Technologist : Re-Advertisement needed at Masilonyana Municipality

Requirements:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current) obtained through an accredited Training Institute – NQF level 7;
• Registered with the Engineering Council of South Africa as a Professional Technician or be able to register between 6 months upon appointment.
• Code EB driver’s license;
• Wireman’s license;
• Knowledge in project management;
• 4-6 years Relevant Experience in Middle Management and Supervision;
• Computer Literacy;
• Extensive knowledge of engineering and contracts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and co-ordinates and controls the set-up, works in progress and completion of specialized tasks activities associated with high/medium/low voltage electrical installation, maintenance and repair;
• Manage and oversee and ensure the implementation of the municipalities electric maintenance plan;
• Manage and oversee construction of new electrical networks and all work related to such;
• Manage and oversee the existing networks;
• Manage and oversee the repair and general maintenance of the high voltage distribution network;
• Manage and coordinate the maintenance and installation of:
• High mast lights in the entire municipal area;
• Electricity supply, connections and transformers to water and waste water plants;
• Single and three phase connections;
• High voltage and low voltage cable joints and terminations;
• Endure project compliance with all applicable legislation, policies and conditions applicable to  MIG;
• Project performance and cash flow reviews;
• Responsible for the management of the electrical team and their respective outputs. Responsible for the management of the local electricity infrastructure programme as well as physical project implementation activities while ensuring: that all projects meet overall planning objectives and specific key performance indicators as determine by the MIG policy framework;
• Coordination of regular progress meetings at local level and representation at the provincial progress meetings;
• Manage the assets of the electricity division in accordance to laid down programs and procedures;
• Manage and oversee the overall utilisation and maintenance of all vehicles, equipment and supplies in the division;
• Must report any theft including cable theft without delay when it occurs;
• Must attend court cases if and when necessary;
• Manage the capital and operational budget of the electricity division and report any deviation thereof to the Director Technical Services/Municipal Manager;
• Monitoring and correcting support personnel productivity and performance;
• Manage subordinates to ensure that they execute the jobs to acceptable standard.

Deadline:8th December,2025