Senior Technician – REF: JW398EX/2024 at Johannesburg Water

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Carry out a MIS survey to collect relevant information on the case and then carry out a proper investigation (done frequently as and when required). Inform the originator of the query in writing of the outcome of the investigation and make recommendations. Report all meter faults through the MIS to the relevant depot / contractor and follow up until it is solved. Analyse and interpret meter related data utilising various MIS.
• Download the information from the loggers onto a PC and interpret data. Initiate to CAPEX the request for a contract. Assist with the writing of reports to be submitted for approval to the Bid Evaluation Committee (BEC) and Bid Adjudication Committee (BAC). Manage the execution of contracts within the timeframes as per contract document. Carry out on-site visits (snack list visits) with the contractor to ensure that the above-mentioned errors have been rectified.
• Submit monthly readings to Meter Reading Departments to assist in correct billing. Compile PDP’s and Performance Contracts of seconded subordinates to ensure that the work is carried out within the scope of the Performance Contract. Keep statistical records on all CAPEX and OPEX projects (daily, weekly, monthly and overall progress). Generate a report monthly on the section’s progress.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Grade 12 (NQF 4)
• 5 years working experience in a metering/ plumbing environment of which at least 2 years in Project management, including field data audits and at least 1 year data management/ auditing experience.
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
• Experience in using GIS.
• Supervisory skills / accredited supervisory training and Knowledge of Supply Chain processes
• Driver’s licence (Code B)