Superintendent (Water Network) at eThekwini Municipality

Special Conditions    

• Posts of Superintendent are interchangeable within the Department at the discretion of the Deputy Head.
• Operates on a standby roster and is continuously on call for emergencies.
• Physical Requirements:
• Physically able.

Job Purpose    

• Co-ordinates and controls the operations associated with the provision of a Water Mains maintenance service.

Key Responsibility Areas    

• Monitors and implements procedures.
• Plans, schedules and evaluates maintenance programmes.
• Co-ordinates and implements safety policies and procedures.
• Monitors and evaluates progress with regards to water mains maintenance works.
• Investigates all burst mains and sends sample of pipe for analysis.
• Investigates all insurance claims due to burst water mains.
• Undertakes shutdowns for Construction Department in order to tie in new mains.
• Arranges for repairs of non-metallic pressure sewer mains.
• Supervision and control of staff.
• Investigates complaints, attends management meetings, supervises sampling of water etc.

Competencies    

• Managing Work
• Planning & Organising
• Quality Orientation
• Work Place Safety
• Discipline Specific Skills
• Service Delivery Orientation
• Communication
• Customer Orientation & Customer Focus
• Action Orientation
• Resilience
• Accountability & Ethical Conduct
• Team Orientation

Essential Requirements    

• Trade Tested Artisan (Plumber).
• Valid motor vehicle driving license.
• 5 Years relevant experience.