Recent Job Openings at City of Ekurhuleni

Minimum Requirements:

• B-Degree in Electrical Engineering: (Heavy Current) or Project Management / B Admin/ LLB (NQF Level 7) Equivalent
• Code B driver's licence
• 5 years' experience in Project Management, Municipal Revenue Management, Electrical Meter Installations or a similar environment

Core Responsibilities:

• Plan and manage all projects undertaken by the Energy Revenue Services division related to metering installation.
• Implement and drive overall project management plans within the area of accountability in order to contribute to building strategic capability of the department.
• Plan projects to ensure that only feasible wee-defined projects that support the department and council objectives are embarked upon.
• Implement, monitor and control revenue protection measures to maximise income for the council as guided by the metering policies.
• Ensure that completed work adheres to governance and legislative requirements.
• Plan, administer and control budgets for contractors, equipment and supplies to prevent and reduce wastage on financial resources and escalate associated risk.
• Plan and design metering related infrastructure to ensure that meter related infrastructure meet the demand.
• Appoint and manage revenue services consultants and contractors and ensure that high standard of service delivery
• Ensure integrity and effective administration of project management administrative process

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Minimum Requirements:

• B Degree in Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current) / Relevant NQF 7
• ECSA registered as Pr Eng./ Pr. Tech Eng./ Pr Cert Eng.
• Code B driver's license.
• 5 years' experience in the operation, maintenance and refurbishment of municipal electrical distribution networks
• Electrical Engineer's Certificate of Competency will be an added advantage.

Core Responsibilities:

• Manage the operations and maintenance of the total electrical distribution network with the Distribution Business Unit
• Develop Operations and Maintenance section operational and budget targets in support of tactical delivery plans and organisational strategic objectives in partnership with divisional leadership.
• Advise on strategic installations and support operations to either eliminate electrical network security risks or reduce the frequency or severity thereof.
• Continuously monitor quality to ensure that the highest required standards and conformance to specifications and codes are achieved.
• Manage operations and maintenance section personnel at a depot level and ensure optimal utilisation of personnel and create an acceptable work ethic and environment.
• Execute administrative functions to ensure proper documentation and record keeping.
• Manage the expenditure of the section budget and ensure effective implementation of supply chain management procurement measures.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and organisation policies and implementation of council resolutions.
• Manage contractors and consultants for the section maintenance and refurbishment and operations projects.
• Implement and maintain the department asset management strategy, policies and standards.
• Ensure that requirements of the section are budgeted for and that the budget is utilised efficiently and effectively.

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Minimum Requirements:

• B-Degree in Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current)/ Relevant NQF7 qualification
• ECSA registered (Pr Eng,/Pr Tech./Pr Cert Eng)
• Code B drivers' licence
• 5 years experience in the operation, maintenance and refurbishment of municipal electrical distribution networks or a similar environment
• Electrical engineer's certificate of competency will be an added advantage

Core Responsibilities:

• Manage the support services of the of the electrical distribution network business unit
• Provide strategic support to the chief area engineer to meet the departments strategic goals and objectives
• Manage, control and coordinate the maintenance of streetlights and area lighting to ensure optimum service delivery.
• Manage the performance of electrical networks to identify trends of electrical equipment failures and derive effective solutions and remedies.
• Prepare reports as per developed set standards, requirements, legislation and regulations.
• Appoint and monitor contractors in accordance with supply chain measures and procedures.
• Evaluate and monitor contractor performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Design and review street, area and sport field lighting designs and review plans and specifications of proposed new lighting installations.
• Ensure compliance to governance, legislation and mitigate risks with area of accountability.
• Manage and maintain electrical infrastructure which include street, and area lighting and electrical maintenance of Council buildings.
• Lead and manage direct and indirect teams by providing a meaningful context, setting performance standards and educating on policies and processes.

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Minimum Requirements:

• B Degree in Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current) or equivalent NQF level 7
• ECSA registered
• Code B driver's licence
• Extensive experience in Municipal Electrical Distribution Network and Metering
• 5 years’ experience in similar environment

Core Responsibilities:

• Manage the electricity meter installation and meter maintenance processes performed in all Depots
• Plan, monitor and manage projects within the Project Management sub-section
• Provide overall direction for management of the Metering and Electrical Installation section
• Develop and manage processes that ensure Energy Department revenue stream is optimized
• Manage installation and maintenance of prepayment meters, conventional meters and AMR metering in the Depots
• Manage Capital and Operational Budgets of Metering and Electrical installation section
• Manage revenue-based capital budget allocations made to the metering and electrical installations section
• Manage and provide strategic direction to develop, drive, implement and monitor effectiveness of customer education activities, campaigns and community projects
• Ensure that all electrical installations connected to the municipal grid complies with electrical regulations and by-laws
• Ensure that projects are managed in accordance with best practice methodologies and in line with policies and procedures
• Lead and manage direct and indirect teams by providing a meaningful context, setting performance standards and educating on policies and processes
• Execute Governance and Risk Management, Council policies and municipal by-laws to ensure effective revenue protection and legal compliance
• Comply with legislation and organisational policy to effectively contribute towards meeting organisational objectives
• Ensure compliance with the Batho Pele principles, maintain good customer relations and efficient and productive service delivery
• Provide effective and efficient management to maintain a high level of productivity

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Minimum Requirements:

• Degree in Civil Engineering
• Valid driver's license
• 5 years' experience in similar environment

Core Responsibilities:

• Ensure sustainable development in the city through provision of sufficient and sensibly situated of roads reserves and constructed roads.
• Ensure sustainable development in the city through provision of adequately sized storm water reticulation and sensibly situated servitudes for future requirements.
• Assist with the evaluation of Land Use Applications in terms of roads and storm water management requirements and practices.
• Assist and ensure policies, standards, regulations and legislation is maintained across the city and that all developers comply
• Participate in planning and development of the Roads and Storm water Master Plans
• Participate in the development of an overall program planning and implementation, including the development of annual business and operating plan with respect to road infrastructure
• Ensure proper land-use management controls are implemented in the area (i.e. drafting of service agreements, overseeing that SDP's and Building Plans are conforming to requirements, ensuring to compliance prior to issuing of various land-use certificates, etc.)
• Monitor external information and ensure sufficient knowledge of related acts, regulations, and regulatory frameworks and implement accordingly.
• Ensure effective administration of the section, optimum utilization of resources and compliance of council and departmental policies

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• Grade 10
• Valid code C, EC or EC1(14) drivers licence with PrDP
• Communication and interpersonal Skills
• 1 years experience as Bus/Truck driver

Core Responsibilities:

• Drive Council buses on approved bus routes
• Inspect bus before and after shift and report any defects.
• Ensure that the commuter pay the approved tariffs and that the ticketing system is functioning
• Complete trip journals according to set procedures and hand it at the end of the shift.
• Liaise with passengers regarding bus times, tariffs and validity of bus coupons.
• Report problems on routes and accidents, complete relevant forms to capture data for further investigations.
• Ensure that order is maintained in the bus and behave courteously towards passengers and the general public.

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Minimum Requirements:

• BSc/B.Eng/BTech in Civil Engineering
• Professional registration with ECSA as Pr. Eng or Pr. Tech
• Valid driver's licence
• 5 years' experience in similar environment

Core Responsibilities:

• Identify, plan and manage the key performance areas and results indicators associated with the rehabilitation and maintenance of road infrastructure, storm water drainage.
• Plan and manage department construction of roads and storm water infrastructure.
• Ensure adequacy of traffic signage and road markings through investigation, analysis and interpretation of developmental requirements.
• Compile, manage and ensure effective implementation of the operational and capital budget as well as ensuring compliance with Supply Chain Management policy and relevant legislation.
• Develop, implement and monitor the operational strategy for the maintenance and project management section.
• Manage and coordinate all projects implemented by the depots in terms of the capital investment plan.
• Continuously review and update all policies, bylaws, procedures and guidelines to ensure alignment and standardised approach.
• Direct, control and optimise resources to meet established objectives, monitor results against business plans and make necessary adjustments where necessary.
• Advise on appointments of procurement service providers and ensure compliance with government procurement framework.
• Scan external environment to identify and take advantage of new knowledge of related acts, regulations and regulatory frameworks to ensure integration and compliance
• Ensure effective administration of the section, optimum utilization of resources and compliance of council and departmental policies and the element of stakeholder engagement

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Minimum Requirements:

• BSc/B.Eng/BTech in Civil Engineering
• Professional registration with ECSA as Pr. Eng or Pr. Tech
• 4 years' experience in similar environment
• Valid drivers license

Core Responsibilities:

• Assess, investigate and recommend approvals of project designs for roads and storm water infrastructure and public transport facilities.
• Ensure that designs comply with specifications and are acceptable in terms of CoE, SABS and National Traffic Standards and public transport facilities.
• Design Road Traffic Signs and Roads Markings
• Plan, manage and implement departmental construction of roads and stormwater infrastructure and public transport facilities and ensure compliance with specifications, plans and accepted standards.
• Manage consultants and contractors when implementing approved projects and accept completed projects on behalf of council.
• Compile and submit various reports relating to project progress, financial reporting etc
• Monitor and enforce effective financial control on project expenditure at area level and certify payment certificates and invoices.
• Provides input on budget compilation, monitor implementation of the Capex budget and responsible for project financial reporting.
• Administer and control the functioning of the implementation section by planning tasks, delegating/issuing instructions and ensure effective performance of the execution.
• Monitor, oversee and drive the effective management of the departmental asset management system at area level by verifying and updating the asset register
• Manage and align processes relating to contract obligations against general principles of law and statutory regulations

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Minimum Requirements:

• National Diploma in Human Resource Management/Administration/Public Management or related fields
• 1-3 years' relevant experience in a similar environment

Core Responsibilities:

• Ensure performance of efficient human resource administration and support activities.
• Provide and advice to work force within the department.
• Ensure building an effective workforce and maintain sound relations with sub-ordinates.
• Identify training needs of employees in the department.
• Plan for short-, medium- and long-term administrative functions in the department.
• Maintain sustainable systems in respect of office administration, asset management, personnel registers, services rendered and operational cost.
• Control of operational expenditure, use of facilities, payment of services provider and movement of moveable assets.