Current Jobs at City of Cape Town

Requirements

• A relevant BEng/BTech/BSc degree.
• Registration with ECSA (PrEng/PrTech Eng).
• 8 years or more relevant experience within the Water and Sanitation sector.
• Good knowledge and use of the General Conditions of Contract (GCC) for Construction Works, Construction Industry Development Board’s (CIDB) Standard Professional Services Contract and CIDB’s Standard for Uniformity in Engineering and Construction Works Contracts.
• Experience in the management of professional staff and/or leading a design office is required.
• Computer Literacy: MS Office, SAP & Civil Design Software (Civil3D/Wadiso).
• Physically fit and able bodied.
• A valid driver’s licence with own reliable transport.

Key Performance Areas

• Provides a comprehensive and high level of consulting and advisory professional service, and leadership in the development of programs, projects, systems and processes and policies undertaken by the Branch.
• Applies a substantial body of knowledge within the discipline by effective implementation of Civil Engineering capital and operational projects, including the Planning, Design and Project execution in Reticulation.
• Engages with Master Planning unit to understand the development requirements.
• Ensures that the City design standards and legislative requirements are maintained with the delivering of capital projects.
• Prepares and compiles tender (bid) documents in compliance with the City of Cape Town’s Supply Chain Management (SCM) requirements for the appointment of professional service providers, contractors, etc.
• Be a member and chairperson of Bid Specification Committees(BSC) and Bid Evaluation Committees (BEC).
• Appoints and manage of external Professional Service Providers in the delivering of water and sanitation projects.
• Manages and mentors a team of professionals.

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Requirements

• A relevant tertiary qualification (Degree or BTech) in the Built Environment (Civil / Structural Engineering, Architecture or Quantity Surveying)
• Registration with a Built Environment Council.
• 5 – 8 years’ Experience in a construction project management environment.
• Computer Literacy in MS Office and MS 

Key Performance Areas

• Manage built environment projects from Initiation to Close Out.
• Engaging, facilitating and managing both internal and
•  external customers, departments and other entities during the project life cycle.
• Ensuring the conceptual and tangible implementation of projects by managing the planning and implementation phases.
• Implementing appropriate communication strategies with
•  various role players to ensure information sharing and shared work.
• Implementing change management strategies required to guide the approach and pace of new projects.
• Manages and encourages people, optimizes their outputs and effectively manages relationships to achieve municipal goals.
• Manages and monitors project financial risk.
• Facilitating inter-departmental and inter-directorate project coordination.
• Developing, implementing and managing the Directorate
• Tenders and Contracts as per the City’s relevant strategies policies, procedures, systems and processes.
• Develop project specific risk strategies and plans.
• Drawing up complex reports and correspondence.
• Delivering various projects and programmes within predetermined parameter

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Requirements

• A relevant 3-year tertiary qualification preferably a B-Degree or BTech in SCM/Law/Commerce/Built Environment
• 5 - 8 years or more relevant experience covering all aspects of the relevant SCM processes
• Good knowledge of Local Government-related legislation and policies advantageous
• Management of Staff
• Computer Literacy
• Valid driver’s licence

Key Performance Areas

• Providing advanced professional and technical support in all administrative aspects of the tender process, including demand planning, tender specification development, bid evaluation, contract award, and post-award processes
• Ensures compliance with relevant legislative frameworks, provides guidance to junior staff, and contributes to efficient and transparent procurement practices aligned with the City of Cape Town's SCM policies
• Managing and overseeing all administrative aspects of the tender process for the Directorate, ensuring alignment with the City of Cape Town's Supply Chain Management (SCM) policies, legislative compliance, and strategic procurement objectives Chair and lead committees responsible for tender specification development and bid evaluation.
• Responsible for establishing priorities and directing the work of internal staff, consultants, and contractors involved in tender administration.
• Oversee, develop, advise and track the Directorate procurement demand plan. Oversee, guide, advise and develop bid specifications.
• Oversee, guide, advise and evaluation submitted bids.
• Delivering on technical, resource, cost, and scheduling commitments within an integrated procurement and contract management environment.
• Stakeholder Engagement and acting as a liaison between societal stakeholders, the Directorate, SCM, Legal Services, and internal clients
• Provide reporting services and the collation of base data and generation of reports to multiple audiences through aggregated data.
•  Supervising staff in the performance and execution of their duties

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Requirements

• Relevant 3-year tertiary qualification, preferably an honours degree in Economics or Finance
• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant functional experience
• Proven experience in analysing and evaluating economic data, including large datasets
• Exposure to economic modelling tools and techniques
• An understanding of economic drivers, and tracking economic performance indicators
• Proficiency in written reports and the presentation of economic findings
• Project and stakeholder management experience

Key Performance Areas

• Collect, clean and consolidate economic datasets to support,analysis, reporting and evidence-based decision-making
• Analyse economic, sectoral, and socio-economic data to identify trends and performance over time using programmes such as Excel, STATA or R
• Produce regular economic reports and inputs into publications for management and stakeholders
• Contribute to building and maintaining economic dashboards and data visualisations to support the monitoring of key economic performance indicators e.g. labour market indicators
• Interpret and communicate complex data clearly through charts, tables, written reports and presentations
• Utilise economic modelling techniques to inform decision making
• Conduct research and benchmarking on economic trends, local and global market developments, and policy issues
• Contribute to forecasting of economic indicators
• Engage with line departments and other stakeholders in writing up research or prese

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Requirements

• A relevant three year tertiary qualification, preferably a Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems or Computer Science
• Eight (8) years or more relevant experience across all aspects of the Information and Technology function
• At least three (3) years’ management level experience within Business Systems Development or Application Maintenance
• Proven leadership experience managing IT development and/ or application support teams
• Strong project and programme management experience
• Experience implementing IT governance frameworks and regulatory compliance standards
• Financial and budget management experience
• High level of computer proficiency

Key Performance Areas

• Provide strategic and technical leadership to Business Systems Development and Application Maintenance teams, including planning, mentoring, performance management and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
• Oversee the full systems development and application lifecycle, from concept, design and development through to deployment, maintenance and enhancement
• Collaborate with senior management and business units to align ICT initiatives with organisational and municipal strategic objectives
• Prioritise project and enhancement portfolios and ensure delivery in line with agreed service level agreements (SLAs)
• Develop, manage and control budgets, ensuring optimal utilisation of financial, human and technical resources
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with municipal departments to enable business processes through appropriate technology solutions
• Ensure that ICT projects and system enhancement initiatives are properly scoped, estimated, resourced and delivered on time and within budget
• Implement, manage and uphold IT governance frameworks development standards, security controls, disaster recovery processes, and legislative and audit compliance requirements
• Ensure the availability, performance, reliability and accessibility of corporate applications and systems
• Oversee incident management, system troubleshooting, root
• cause analysis and the implementation of preventative measures
• Provide technical guidance and direction to architects, engineers and development teams in the design of scalable, efficient and secure software solutions
• Apply recognised industry frameworks and methodologies such as ITIL, DEVOPS, PMBOK, ISO and C3PM
• Remain current with industry trends, emerging technologies and best practices in Business Systems Development and Application Managemen

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Requirements

• A relevant three-year tertiary ICT qualification or a related field
• A minimum of three (3) years’ relevant industry experience in Telecommunications Fibre Networks, Networking and Knowledge of Monitoring/Event/Fault/Management applications for Fibre/DWDM networks
• Experience in networking, network applications and in leading a vendor or in-house Telecommunication teams would be an advantage
• Valid Code B driver’s licence.

Key Performance Areas

• Undertake and lead technical activities within the Switching Facilities and Fiber OSP infrastructure maintenance and repairs
• Provide quality supervision and control of maintenance and repairs of the City’s Fibre, DWDM Network and Applications
• Ensure as-built information submitted accordingly for update; ensure compliance with SOPs, policies, guidelines, EHS provide feedback to management
• Design Interpreting: Review and interpret the drawings/plans specifying changes in records or as-built information
• Coordinate the day-to-day activities of the Fibre, DWDM network maintenance as well as contractors involved in the supply and update of information to fulfil delivery commitments of the section
• Provide support to project management and operations management as required to ensure commitments are met by City vendors
• Maintain effective communication with stakeholders.

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Requirements

• A relevant three-year tertiary qualification, preferable a Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems or Computer Science
• Information Security Management Certification will be advantageous
• Eight (8) years’ or more relevant experience covering all aspects of the Information and technology function of which three(3) years should be at management level
• Driver’s licence.

Key Performance Areas

Responsible for deployment of Cyber Security program including:

• Network Security Firewall, IPS and SWG
• Application Delivery Controller and WAF
• Endpoint Management
• Identity Lifecycle Management
• Incident Management
• Participate in City working groups including
• POPIA Incident Response Committee
• Business Continuity Committee
• Risk Committee
• Data Working Group
• Map and report compliance to applicable standards including ISO27001
• Provide evaluation and remediation guidance on all security events in the IS&T technology estate
• Relationship management and communication with senior management/peers to translate corporate/functional business objectives into a strategic/tactical business plan for the Cyber Security
• Report to the Manager: Cyber Security on operational security status, threat posture and various IT security operation matters
• Ensure continued improvement of information security and regulatory compliance
• Responsible to support the implementation of cyber security strategy

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Requirements

• A BCom or equivalent level qualification with Accounting as a major subject
• At least five (5) to eight (8) years’ relevant experience
• In depth knowledge of relevant financial legislation applicable to local government, Council policies and procedures
• SAP FI/CO and PPM knowledge will be advantageous
• Computer literacy in MS Office software (Excel, etc.)
• Good communication, interpersonal and analytical skills
• Ability to work under tight timeframes with various deadlines.

Key Performance Areas

• Advise, assist and support line departments in respect of the preparation and compilation of annual operating budget as well as adjustment budgets in accordance with legislative requirements
• Advise, assist and support line departments in respect of budgetary control and monitoring procedures in accordance with statutory and internal requirements
• Advise on and ensure implementation of budgetary control policies and procedures by line departments in order to comply with statutory, internal requirements and to maintain integrity of the operating budget
• Analyse and provide financial information required for internal and legislative reporting in accordance with prescribed legislation National or Provincial guidelines and Organisational requirements
• Perform ad hoc tasks as required within the Operating Budget Branch and Budget Departm

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Requirements

• A National Diploma in Project Management, Environmental/Waste Management, Business Management, or a related field.
• 5-8 years’ relevant experience post registration as per KPA’s below,
• With a minimum of 2 years in project management, tender administration, and/or contract management, project coordination, programme support, or waste management operations.
• At least 2 years at supervisory level
• Fully conversant with MS Office Applications and high proficiency in Excel.
• Valid Code B driver’s licence.
• Waste Management experience (advantageous).
• Willingness to learn new technologies and developments.

Key Performance Areas

• Assist with the programme and project management of City-wide Cleansing Services, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, City policies and operational standards.
• Plan, implement and coordinate specialised cleansing projects and programmes, including seasonal initiatives, ward allocation projects and green litter bin rollouts including the compilation, review and approval of Project Initiation Documents (PIDs) and implementation plans.
• Manage the project life cycle, through Developing technical specifications and tender documentation, and provide technical input to Bid Evaluation Committees while supporting tender and contract administration processes.
• Conduct site visits, inspections and operational monitoring of cleansing programmes and projects, and compile inspection and compliance reports where required.
• Research technological and innovative trends in waste management and recommend solutions to improve operational efficiency and service delivery.
• Maintain operational databases, records and reporting systems,including programme records and Share compile technical and management reports.
• Coordinate internal teams, stakeholder engagements and staff development initiatives, while contributing to Cleansing Branch sector planning 

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Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification preferably a B-Tech or B-Degree in the Geomatics field. This includes BSc or BTech in Geographic Information Systems / Land Surveying / Geomatics.
• Registration with SAGC in a relevant Technologist or Professional category is advantageous
• Relevant GIS courses and CAD courses
• A minimum of 5 - 8 years relevant experience post-graduation.
• Extensive experience in the recording and capture of electricity distribution systems
• Computer literacy

Key Performance Areas

• Planning, investigation and detail design of proposed future or planned deviations of existing electrical services routes for overhead and underground projects
• Ensure all statutory and legislative approvals are obtained timeously and that projects conform to the requirements of all concerned parties
• Regular site investigations and inspections of all current and future projects
• Monitor and maintain accurate data of electrical services to always enable access to the latest electronic reference information
• Providing information regarding existing and proposed electrical services routes and sites.

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Requirements

• Trade Test for Artisans
• 3 - 5 years post apprenticeship relevant experience required
• Code B/EB Driver’s License
• Specialist knowledge of PABX/PAX telephone systems or cable jointing/fibre splicing or hi-site/microwave infrastructure.
• A working knowledge of OHS regulations.
• Ability to operate sophisticated test equipment.
• High degree of accuracy w.r.t. operation of splicing and jointing equipment
• Computer Literacy (Microsoft Office

Key Performance Areas

• Interprets and coordinates specific pre-work/site requirements with regards to installation, repairs and planned and predictive maintenance sequences and guides the activities of personnel.
• Completes internal transactional documentation (e.g. time sheets, log sheet, progress and productivity field report, etc.) and related forms (vehicle checklist).
• Performs specific tasks associated with the operation of specialized vehicles and equipment (compressor, trucks, etc.) during electrical installation, repair and maintenance activities.
• Coordinates activities associated with the construction and installation of communication networks.
• Coordinates activities and sequences associated with routine maintenance of communication infrastructure PAX and PABX cable networks, communications consoles and intercom cable systems

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Requirements

• Electrical Engineering Qualification and Certificate of Competency: Electrical (Factory)
• Code EB driving license.
• MS Office / SAP
• A minimum of 10 years Considerable management experience at a senior level in the Electrical Engineering field.

Key Performance Areas

• Identifies and defines the immediate, short- and long-term objectives/ plans associated with a District
• Commenting on the applicability of specific key performanceindicators and measures against outcomes detailed in the departments business and strategic plans
• Directs and controls outcomes associated with utilization,productivity and performance of personnel within a District
• Prepares capital and operating budget proposals, motivates and controls expenditure against the approved budget allocations
• Manages the formulation of specific contracts and tender documents and controls contractual obligations
• Directs and controls the professional, technical and operationaloutcomes associated with the functions related to the district
• Managing the operational dimensions and resources (materials, plant and vehicle, decentralized depot operations) and monitors utilization and cost effectiveness of activities against operational
•  plans.
• Disseminates functional and operational information on the immediate, short- and long-term objectives and current developments, problems and constraints.

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Requirements

• B Eng or B Sc degree in Electrical Engineering, or
• B Tech degree in Electrical Engineering
• ECSA Registered Professional Engineer or Technologist registration
• Minimum of 8 years post graduate technical experience of which 5 years should be managerial experience, with extensive exposure to electrical distribution equipment and electrical distribution infrastructure with particular emphasis and knowledge relating to MV and / or LV electricity distribution equipment such as MV substation and ancillary equipment, MV and LV underground cable and accessories, MV and LV overhead lines and hardware, and LV distribution street furniture and protection equipment.
• Extensive knowledge of power system engineering and related disciplines and of the theoretical and practical aspects of electrical distribution equipment and technologies, and of related standards.

Key Performance Areas

• Managing the Research, Development and Application of New Technologies and Standards
• Research & Implement Existing and New Technology and Standards.
• Managing the Strategic Contract Life Cycle of MV or LV Distribution Equipment
• Leading the Equipment Standards Section in the preparation of technical specification in compliance with the prescribed procurement methodologies, within the particular functional area.
• Equipment Standards – Technical Investigations and Specialised Support Services
• Supports the Head: Equipment Standards by management of the Section to provide an efficient and comprehensive service to EGD department pertaining to the electricity distribution network’ are serviceability, performance and maintenance.
• Takes responsibility for section management duties on a rotating basis during periods that the Head: Equipment Standards is on leave or away from office.

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Requirements

• A relevant BEng or BSc degree. in the following disciplines:
• Electrical Engineering
• Computer Science
• Data Science
• Geographic Information Systems
• Structural Engineering
• No experience required at entry level
• Computer Literacy: MS Office
• Must reside within the Cape Metropole Area

Key Performance Areas

• Applies theoretical knowledge and conceptual thinking, working under mentorship of a professional according to legislative requirements and accepted processes, procedures and standard practices in the following aspects.
• Engaging in the development of project plans from conception to completion.
• Design infrastructure to standards and norms.
• Manage and control the quality assurance materials.
• Manage project planning and programming of construction.
• Commission plant and equipment.
• Communicating professional knowledge to internal and external clients of the Department.
• Attends to correspondence and enquiries with regard to the services, systems and ongoing work of the Department.
• Transacts on relevant systems and applies all City of Cape Town, Energy Directorate, Regulatory Authorities procedures and policies when performing tasks.
• Adhere to protocol, procedures and requirements.
   

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Requirements

• Relevant bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• Minimum 3 -5 years post graduate technical experience with exposure to a technical equipment engineering/operational environment and associated supply chains logistics and materials management.
• High capacity and aptitude to learn new software tools.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel/data analysis/visualisation tools and high degree of Computer Literacy.
• SAP Proficiency (Material Management and Plant Maintenance)

Key Performance Areas

• Assist in the maintenance of defined master data elements and uphold master data governance standards related to electricity infrastructure.
• Participate in and learn from the creation, maintenance and improvement of standardised EAM business processes to meet operational and maintenance needs and comply with specified standards and best practice.
• Provide EAM related master data and business process support to electricity infrastructure asset owning personnel.
• Monitor Electricity EAM related process performance, conduct technical investigations into process defects or failures, audit master data quality, monitor master data change activity and provide general EAM process and master data support.
• Participate in the management of the Electricity EAM internal System Support.

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Requirements

• Relevant BTech or Degree qualification
• 8 years’ relevant experience as per KPA’s below
• At least 5 years’ appropriate experience at managerial level
• Extensive experience in project management
• Experience in tender life cycle administration
• Exposure to a Waste Management environment will be advantageous
• Computer Literacy essential including SAP
• A valid driver’s licence.

Key Performance Areas

• Providing input into the development of policies and strategies
• Providing technical specialized input
• Coordinating the management of Area Cleaning Operations including street cleaning, illegal dumping beach cleaning, informal traders waste, etc.
• Collection and Area Cleaning services in Informal
• Settlements and coordination of law enforcement activities in the area.
• Providing Project Management and Special project support
• Managing the design and coordinating the implementation of special cleaning projects and programmes, the review thereof as well as reporting on all such projects.
• Tender Life Cycle Management
• Financial/ Budget Management for both the Unit and Branch and recommending on areas of improvement
• Human Resources Management
• Asset Management
• Managing the planning and coordinate the implementation of Expanded Public Works Program projects in Urban Waste Management Directorate.
• Managing the Human Resource Planning Function for Cleansing

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Requirements

• Relevant Tertiary Qualification preferably in Engineering (B.Eng /B.Sc. (Eng) / B Tech in Electrical Engineering)
• Registered Pr Eng or registered Pr Eng Tech with ECSA
• Valid Code B or EB driver’s licence
• A minimum of 5 – to 8 years post qualification experience in the day-to-day management and engineering of a real-time SCADA/ADMS system for running operations in a HV and distribution Network Control Centre.
• High degree of computer literacy.
• Linux and MS Server experience.
• Must have computer programming experience.
• Must have SCADA related communication protocol experience such as IEC 101/104, DNP3 and ICCP.

Key Performance Areas

• Management and maintenance of current ADMS.
• Ensuring that the engineering standards and procedures are documented and complied with.
• Manage the Thin Client implementation.
• Design and engineer applications, reports and pictures in the SCADA system required by Thin Client users.
• Manage the formulation of tenders and execution of SCADA/ADMS support contracts.
• Configuration of the Utility Data Warehouse and reporting tools.
• Fully understanding the principles of extracting data from Postgres and the Avanti databases.
• Remaining current in developments and aspects of the ADMS applications.
• Provision of data engineering staff management and development.
• Developing, drafting and supervising engineering processes, policies, best practices, procedures, and ensuring compliance thereof.

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Requirements

• BSc (Eng) / BEng degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Registered Professional Electrical Engineer.
• A minimum of 5 – 8 years relevant post graduate experience.
• Detailed knowledge of the OHS Act the Regulations.
• Communication and negotiation skills.
• Financial analysis and competency in using SAP.
• A high degree of computer literacy.

Key Performance Areas

• Applies a body of professional knowledge coupled with experience to develop and implement a full range of programmes, systems, policies and practices in relation to professional discipline within the Transmission System Development Section to effect service delivery to customers
• Develop, design and engineer approved projects and associated contracts for extensions to and replacement of equipment on the high voltage system as well as complex projects for other branches
• Manages approved projects and associated contracts for extensions to and replacement of equipment on the high voltage system as well as complex projects for other branches
• Drafts and manages contracts for extensions to and replacement of equipment on the high voltage system as well as complex projects for other branches.
• Communicating with fellow professionals as well as internal and external clients to work on issues of common interest and to share information.
• Compiling and managing documentation of a complex and involved nature to facilitate the functioning of the Department/ Branch