Senior Specialist: Electrical and Mechanical Engineering at The Department of Employment and Labour

REQUIREMENTS :   

• A qualification at NQF level 7 as recognised by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) in Mechanical Engineering /Electrical Engineering. A Valid driver's license. Five (5) years' experience at the middle/senior Managerial level in Occupational Health and Safety Services.
• Knowledge: Departmental policies and procedures, Batho Pele Principles, Public Service Act and Regulations, OHS Act and Regulations, COIDA, UIA, UI Contribution Act, Employment Equity Act, Skills Development Act.
• Skills: Strategic Capability and Leadership, People Management and Empowerment, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management, Change Management, Service Delivery Innovation (SDI), Client Orientation and Customer Focus, Communication, Knowledge Management, Planning and organizing, Computer literacy, Interpersonal Problem solving and Analysis, Interviewing, listening and observation, Presentation.

DUTIES :   

• Develop and implement strategies, Policies and Guidelines on Electrical and Mechanical Engineering for the Department of Employment and Labour. Provide Guidance and participate in the conducting of complex inspections for Electrical and Mechanical as per OHS prescripts. Conduct technical research on latest trends of Occupational Health and Safety in terms of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering. Provide support for enforcement action, including preparation of reports for legal proceedings. Oversee the registration of Electrical and Mechanical regulations entities. Manage the resources and monitor performance of staff within the Directorate.