Hot New Jobs at City of Tshwane

Job purpose

• To provide an engineering service in respect of managing operational contracts, providing technical advice to operational personnel, liaising with the general public, handling and following up on enquiries and complaints, conducting investigations, making recommendations and managing three works inspectors

 Appointment requirements

• An appropriate three-year career-related tertiary qualification (degree or national diploma) in Mechanical Engineering or any other study field related to the position
• An appropriate trade certificate as Auto Electrical or Diesel Mechanic (red seal)
• At least three years’ relevant experience in the maintenance of buses and equipment, of which at least one year should be at supervisory level
• A valid Code EC1, 04 or EC driving licence with a valid PrDP
• Experience in the use of SAP (Plant Maintenance) and SAP S/4HANA will be an added advantage
• Computer literacy (Microsoft packages)
• Willingness and ability to work overtime and be on standby

 Personal attributes and/or competencies

• Analytical thinking skills; communication skills; problem-solving skills; ability to work as part of a team; ability to work under pressure; innovation thinking skills; flexibility; willingness to accept responsibility; ability to pay attention to detail; integrity; intelligence; basic report-writing and minute-taking skills 

Primary functions

• Conduct contract management
• Conduct personnel management
• Coordinate activities within the subsection and administrative work
• Conduct financial management

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Job purpose

• To ensure smooth bus service operations at depot level, implement the approved standard operating procedures and manage operational expenditure in line with the approved divisional budget

 Appointment requirements

• An appropriate three-year career-related tertiary qualification (degree or national diploma) in Transport or any other study field related to the position
• At least six years’ relevant experience in public transport operations, of which at least three years should be at supervisory level
• A valid Code C1 driving licence
• Computer literacy
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively

Personal attributes and/or competencies

• Integrity; decisiveness; intelligence; ability to pay attention to detail; patience; innovative thinking skills; energy; imagination; flexibility; willingness to accept responsibility

 Primary functions

• Coordinate and monitor the movement of bus drivers
• Ensure the implementation of and adherence to approved policies and procedures with regard to dispatching
• Supervise personnel and ensure that they are trained and that processes run smoothly
• Receive and address complaints related to the conduct of bus drivers
• Manage performance appraisals and scale increments of subordinates
• Manage the administration of leave, overtime and other allowances
• Ensure occupational health and safety compliance within the depot 

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Job purpose

• To ensure the rendering of effective, efficient and economic facility maintenance services required for public transport strategy development, planning, design and implementation within the City of Tshwane

 Appointment requirements

• An appropriate three-year career-related tertiary qualification (degree or national diploma) in Civil Engineering or any other study field related to the position
• At least five years’ relevant working experience in a transport environment
• A valid Code C1 driving licence
• Computer literacy

 Personal attributes and/or competencies

• Ethical; good communication skills; good interpersonal relations; ability to work as part of a team; ability to pay attention to detail; ability to be professional at all times; ability to work independently at strategic level; integrity; ability to work under pressure; flexibility; ability to meet given deadlines; exceptional and dynamic creativity skills; administrative skills; organising and coordination skills; financial management skills; project management skills; analytical thinking skills; presentation skills 

Primary functions

• Be responsible for the operation, control and coordination of facility key performance areas
• See to it that departments are effectively supported through routine facility maintenance operations
• See to it that departments are effectively supported through facility maintenance projects
• See to it that departments are effectively supported through new facility projects
• Be responsible for the management of facility finance and administration
• Be responsible for the management and coordination of facility rentals
• See to it that departments are effectively supported in providing access to facility maintenance research (distribute research results and promote buy-in for research)
• See to it that City of Tshwane policies and directives relating to facility operations are adhered to through management and coordination within the functional unit

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Job purpose

• To compile and draft construction drawings according to the civil engineer’s standards and specifications, to archive, file and index new plans in cabinets and on a plan index database, to provide the division, other departments, engineers and consultants with any information they require, to provide the public with relevant information and to maintain and update the GIS system

 Appointment requirements

• NTC III or equivalent plus internal learnership as defined by the department
• At least two years’ suitable drawing experience of civil engineering services and drawing office administration
• Supervisory experience will be an added advantage
• Computer literacy (ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Caddie and Microsoft Office)

 Personal attributes and/or competencies

• Negotiating skills; project management skills; communication skills; analytical thinking skills; organisational skills; technical skills; patience; innovative thinking skills; energy; flexibility; willingness to accept responsibility; ability to pay attention to detail; high hand-eye coordination; high three-dimensional ability; excellent eyesight; ability to meet strict deadlines

 Primary functions

• Draw and compile civil construction plan documents
• Conduct drawing office administration
• Supply information to clients
• Capture data on the ArcGIS system

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Job purpose

• To deliver an administrative support service function to the Technical Information Management Unit

 Appointment requirements

• Grade 12
• Relevant experience in a drawing office
• Computer literacy

 Personal attributes and/or competencies

• Ability to work in a fast-paced rapidly changing environment; creative thinking skills with an excellent eye for detail; ability to handle stress and work under pressure; good time management and planning skills; analytical thinking skills; good judgement and ability to make sound decisions in complex situations; good communication skills; good interpersonal skills; ability to impart skills to fellow colleagues; high levels of technical competency in the candidate’s respective field must be evident

 Primary functions

• Provide assistance to the drawing office as requested (public service and enquiries)
• Handle telephone enquiries and service provision to the public
• File civil roads and storm water plans
• Trace lost civil drawing plans, file plans and fix damaged plans
• Fix filing strips for the drawings that must be hung in the drawing cabinets
• Clean the plan cabinets and all electronic systems
• File and index new plans in cabinets
• Perform a messenger service to the Technical Information Management Unit

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Job purpose

• To supervise and oversee all functions, responsibilities and activities related to the driving licence testing environment

 Appointment requirements

• An appropriate three-year career-related tertiary qualification (degree or national diploma) in a study field related to the position
• Registration as Vehicle Examiner (Grade A)
• NaTIS user registration will be an added advantage
• At least three years’ relevant experience in a driving licence testing environment, of which at least one year should be at supervisory level
• A valid Code B driving licence
• Computer literacy

 Personal attributes and/or competencies

• Strategic management skills; verbal and written communication skills; planning and organising skills; financial management skills; ability to work under pressure; good interpersonal skills; negotiation skills; conflict-handling skills

 Primary functions

• Be responsible for the management representative responsibility as outlined in Government Gazette 28446 of 07/04/2006
• Participate in drafting and controlling the budget
• Conduct meetings with the South African Police Service, registering authorities, vehicle testing stations, Gauteng Provincial Government and the Commander: Driving Licence Testing Centre/Vehicle Testing Stations
• Continually monitor procedures and records in order to detect, eliminate and prevent any suspicious inspection results and ensure that corrective actions are effective
• Promote and identify the training requirements for specific technical or quality assurance functions and regularly review and nominate candidates
• Manage and control the disaster recovery plan
• Manage and control any changes, amendments or modifications to any work instructions or test methods of the vehicle testing stations, one stop shops and registering authorities throughout Tshwane
• Manage occupational health and safety-related duties
• Attend safety meetings with safety representatives and senior staff
• Manage and control testing equipment to ensure compliance with the National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act 93 of 1996)
• Process testing appeals through to the provincial government department

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Job purpose

• To manage and oversee all functions, responsibilities and activities related to the Registering and Licensing Authority Services Unit and to render effective and efficient service delivery within the unit by ensuring compliance with national legislation and provincial regulations through policy and procedural-driven management and the optimal management of best practice technology 

Appointment requirements

• An appropriate three-year career-related tertiary qualification (degree or national diploma) in a study field related to the position
• At least three years’ relevant experience in a driving licence testing environment, of which at least one year should be at supervisory level
• A valid Code B driving licence
• Computer literacy
• NaTIS user registration will be an added advantage 

Personal attributes and/or competencies

• Strategic management skills; verbal and written communication skills; planning and organising skills; financial management skills; ability to work under pressure; good interpersonal skills; negotiation skills; conflict-handling skills

 Primary functions

• Take responsibility for any management aspect within the licence and registering authority as delegated by the deputy director or functional head
• Implement organisational planning in order to ensure consistency and efficacy
• Address concerns of the public and clients in respect of legislative issues, service delivery, personnel conduct, etc in order to ensure customer care and satisfaction
• Participate in drafting and controlling the budget
• Check audits from eNaTIS and implement changes to the operating procedures Respond to audit queries raised by the inspectorate
• Implement and maintain various record systems in order to ensure accountable administration
• Continually monitor procedures and records in order to detect, eliminate and prevent any suspicious inspection results, and ensure that corrective actions are effective
• Control and verify administrative functions as performed by senior personnel in order to ensure performance and compliance
• Render a professional and competitive administrative service to our clients in order to ensure customer satisfaction
• Ensure the collection of all prescribed fees in respect of motor vehicle registration and licencing in order to comply with the provincial service-level agreement
• Manage and control any changes, amendments or modifications to any work instructions of the registering authority throughout Tshwane
• Provide safety training to staff members (externally and internally) in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 (Act 85 of 1993)
• Attend safety meetings with safety representatives and senior staff

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Job purpose

• To transport passengers and commuters via the City’s public transport infrastructure 

Appointment requirements

• Grade 10
• Relevant driving experience of heavy vehicle(s)
• A valid Code C, EC1(04), EC or C1(04) driving licence
• A valid PrDP
• No criminal record
• Physical fitness and health
• Willingness and ability to work shifts and overtime

 Personal attributes and/or competencies

• Business acumen; leadership skills; communication skills; analytical thinking skills; leadership skills; organisational skills; budget management skills; advanced linguistic proficiency; technical skills

 Primary functions

• Ensure the safe transportation of passengers
• Manage the Automated Fare Collection (AFC) system to ensure that passengers tap in and tap out on the bus
• Follow the designated routes as per the schedule or per instruction
• Perform special duty functions as and when required
• Obey traffic rules and regulations in line with the National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act 93 of 1996) and all other relevant laws
• Have knowledge of the National Road Traffic Act, 1996

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Job purpose

• To maintain optimum functionality of signalised intersections in Tshwane

Appointment requirements

• An appropriate trade certificate as Electrician (red seal)
• At least one year’s relevant experience in the maintenance, repair and construction of traffic signals
• Physical fitness and health
• A valid Code C1 driving licence with valid PrDP
• Computer literacy
• Willingness and ability to work shifts and after hours as requested

Personal attributes and/or competencies

• Good knowledge of auto motor and Syntell controllers, both electrical and mechanical; being self-assertive in dealing and liaising with the public; good written and verbal communication skills; good interpersonal skills; ability to work under pressure; willingness and ability to work as part of a team; reliability; ability to be independent in the execution of assigned duties; positivity; trainability 

Primary functions

• Conduct maintenance, repairs and construction of traffic signals, including wiring, electronic controllers, fault finding, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), cable jointing and reticulation
• Operate the “cherry picker” machine
• Repair accident damage at intersections
• Organise, control and use material, personnel and machinery to perform operational services efficiently

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Job purpose

• To perform real-time monitoring of the Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) system, to ensure adherence to the system and to take immediate remedial action in the event of a system malfunction or a threat to the revenue collection equipment functionality, to instruct station staff and drivers on required actions to take in the event of a malfunction on board or in the station and to mitigate the impact of unusual occurrences regarding the fare collection system while bus services are in progress 

Appointment requirements

• Grade 12
• At least two years’ experience in an Intelligent Transport System (ITS) and automated fare collection environment
• Experience in a public transport operations environment will be an added advantage
• A valid driving licence
• Computer literacy 

Personal attributes and/or competencies

• Ability to make critical decisions in a real time environment; integrity; analytical thinking skills; intelligence; patience; innovative thinking skills; energy; willingness to accept responsibility; ability to pay attention to detail; communication skills; organisational skills; budget management skills; leadership skills; technical skills; advanced linguistic proficiency

Primary functions

• Oversee the Intelligent Transport System (ITS) maintenance and repairs and communicate with users and stakeholders of the Automated Fare Collection (AFC) system
• Monitor and test the AFC system infrastructure performance
• Conduct stakeholder management
• Perform continuous real-time online monitoring and give instructions regarding the functionality of the AFC system
• Report on the functionality of the AFC system

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Job purpose

• To render an executive secretarial and administrative support service to the Group Head: Roads and Transport 

Appointment requirements

• Grade 12 plus a secretarial qualification or training
• At least two years’ relevant secretarial experience
• Supervisory experience will be an added advantage
• Computer literacy 

Personal attributes and/or competencies

• Flexibility; willingness to accept responsibility; innovative thinking skills; ability to pay attention to detail; ability to work within prescribed timelines; good self-management skills; ability to function well in stressful conditions; ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information

 Primary functions

• Provide a reception service
• Provide an office administration service
• Provide a typing and computer-operating service
• Provide an operational logistics service
• Execute diverse official secretarial duties

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Job purpose

• To maintain good and healthy conditions and standards in transport facilities and premises 

Appointment requirements

• Basic literacy
• Relevant working experience in facility cleaning will be an added advantage
• Physical fitness and health to perform duties for continuous periods
• Willingness and ability to work shifts, standby and overtime 

Personal attributes and/or competencies

• Good communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work as part of a team; ability to adapt to different environments; diligence
• Primary functions
• Conduct daily upkeep of facilities
• Conduct litter picking and sweeping in and around facilities
• Cut grass, clean flowerbeds and weed plants on and around pavements and walkways
• Clean buildings
• Help with loading and unloading different objects
• Clean ablution facilities
• Empty small bins on facility platforms
• Remove waste dumping in and around facilities
• Handle small equipment and machinery
• Be willing to be transferred to any region of Tshwane

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Job purpose

• To render a typing, computing and data capturing and management service in the registration office for the orderly and efficient flow of information in the execution of the division’s proceedings 

Appointment requirements

• Grade 12
• Relevant experience in computerising raw data and managing a registration office
• Must be physically fit to work in cabinets
• Computer literacy

Personal attributes and/or competencies

• Verbal and written communication skills; ability to work under pressure; good interpersonal skills; planning and organising skills; ability to work in a group; good eyesight to do work on a computer; continuously required to use hands and fingers; ability to listen and respond well 

Primary functions

• Enter incoming correspondence daily on the computer
• Capture departmental post, and print and send it out
• Maintain an effective scanning system
• Update and maintain the electronic version of the file plan
• Print out registers of opened files
• Provide computer training
• Type, update and print the user manuals of the registry office
• Compile checklists of outstanding files
• Conduct client services (counter duty)