The mission of the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport is to provide the public with a road transportation system that is safe, integrated, regulated, affordable and accessible.The Department's core functions are to construct, maintain and repair the provincial road network through constructing and maintaining a balanced road network that meets the mobilit...
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An appropriate Trade Test Certificate in Earth moving equipment mechanic/Construction plant mechanic/Diesel mechanic/Tractor mechanic/ Heavy Equipment mechanic; plus 10 years post qualification experience as an artisan/artisan foreman plus; Possession of a valid driver’s licence (minimum Code C1).
DUTIES :
Manage technical services: Manage technical services and support in conjunction with Technicians/Artisans and associates in the field, workshop and technical office activities. Ensure the promotion of safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements. Provide inputs into existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology. Ensure quality assurance in line with specifications.
Manage administrative and related functions: Provide inputs into the budgeting process. Compile and submit reports as required. Provide and consolidate inputs to the technical operational plan. Update database. Manage artisans and related personnel and assets.
Financial management: Control and monitor expenditure according to budget to ensure efficient cash flow management. Manage the commercial value add of the discipline-related activities and services.
People management: Manage the development, motivation and utilization of human resources for the discipline to ensure competent knowledge base for the continued success of technical services according to organizational needs and requirements. Manage subordinates’ key performance areas by setting and monitoring performance standards and taking actions to correct deviations to achieve departmental objectives.
Maintain and advance expertise: Continuous individual development to keep up with new technologies and procedures. Research/literature studies on technical/engineering technology to improve expertise. Liaise with related bodies/councils on technical/engineering-related matters.
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