Vacancies Available at Johannesburg Water

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Organise, plan, and prioritise multiple projects simultaneously for effective implementation and project tracking. Organise, plan, and prioritise multiple projects simultaneously for effective implementation and project tracking.
• Conduct site investigations, verify existing services, and determine further investigations required to develop design solutions. Prepare preliminary design reports based on the site investigation conducted. Prepare detailed designs in accordance with accepted engineering practice.
• Present design reports to Senior Engineers, Operations, Infrastructure Planning and Project Management Unit. Liaise also with Operations in terms of their requirements and specifications. Compile Bill of Quantities and project cost estimate. Initiate a Contract handover meeting, receive and check all Contractual requirements on behalf of the Project Management Unit.
• Compile project tasks and milestone plans on MS Projects and track progress. Prepare project cash flows using available software. Monitor expenditure versus budget using available software. Ensure the project is implemented within Budget. Compile reports to request for additional funding were necessary.
• Ensure overall compliance with statutory requirements of OHS and the Environment by contractors. Identify project risks and develop mitigation plans. Report on issues that could impact the safety, and duration to the Project Manager. Provide mentorship support to Trainees and bursars towards their professional development.
• Engage and communicate the project scope and timelines to the project stakeholders. Manage and monitor the responsibilities of Trainees and Bursars to achieve goals and to work within budget, time and required quality.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor of Science Degree (BSc) in Electrical Engineering/ Bachelor of Engineering (BEng)
• Electrical Engineering Degree / Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Electrical Engineering,
• Minimum 5 Years industrial MV and LV electrical, including Control and Instrumentation
• Experience related to the design and procurement of Pump stations/ WWTWs/ PRVs/ Water Metering/Telemetry.
• Computer literacy in the use of design packages such as AutoCAD/Revit/Bently/Inventor
• Valid Driver’s license and own transport

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Planning of portfolio for bulk wastewater to ensure readiness for implementation of projects/programmes. Identify any specialist input required during project designs and report to the Chief Engineer of Bulk Wastewater to initiate the procurement process.
• Set the boundary conditions and parameters for the design of solutions to problems. Lead and guide the staff in the preparation of sound engineering design solutions. Investigate and propose new and innovative ways of solving engineering problems.
• Review the proposed preliminary and detailed design solutions to ensure sound solutions are provided. Review the adequacy and accuracy of all design solutions and calculations. Review and confirm that proposed solutions including materials are cost effective. Lead and guide the subordinates with best practice engineering designs and solutions.
• Manage and monitor that contracts are administered as per the conditions of the contract. Review project tasks and milestone plans compiled to track progress. Manage and provide guidance to the electrical engineering team to prepare project implementation plans and review for approval.
• Review the cash flow projections compiled by the team to ensure they are realistic for all projects implemented by the team. Ensure Bulk Wastewater standards for both materials and designs, are regularly updated and approved at the Standards Committee. Engage with external professionals, Council departments and the public to facilitate successful project implementation.
• Ensure staff development and training by identifying training needs and suitable courses. Manage the bulk wastewater cluster in carrying out the function of an in-house consultant for specialist field for Johannesburg Water to ensure a quality service delivery of the company objectives and targets under CAPEX portfolio.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE 

• Bachelor of Science Degree NQF7 in Electrical Engineering OR Bachelor of Electrical Engineering
• Degree / Bachelor of Technology in Electrical Engineering
• Registration as a Professional Engineer or Professional Technologist.
• 10 years relevant electrical engineering experience of which minimum of:
• 5 years must be in the design of electrical engineering systems for pumpstations/reservoirs/wastewater treatment works / valve chambers/water metering and any other electrical components related to water and sanitation services.
• 5 years in managing a technical team of electrical or multiple-disciplinary engineers.
• Computer Literacy in design packages such as Techno CAD/AutoCAD/Civil Designer/Civil 3D.
• Valid code B driver’s license and own transport

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain the Job Grading Committee’s Terms of Reference, render advice with regards to job evaluation, job profiling for Grading Committee, facilitate the development of job descriptions, implement, and manage an electronic database of grading requests.
• Contribute towards the design of a compensation package based on business goals and strategy, create a consistent compensation guideline that matches the company’s work and organisational culture, and ensure that compensation practices are following current laws and regulations.
• Conduct salary and labour market research to define benchmarks, conduct ongoing research into emerging trends, issues and best practices underlying the rendering of remuneration services, conduct research in preparation of remuneration projects. Serve as a point of contact between JW and the successful service provider company regarding job evaluation/grading, apply effective communication strategies to maintain a positive working relationship with various stakeholders throughout the remuneration industry.
• Establish good relationships with internal and external stakeholders to build a wide and effective network of contacts, interact with representatives from consultant companies in the field of remuneration-related matters, investigate internal queries relating to salary issues and provide timeous feedback.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• National Diploma in HR.
• 3 years’ experience in HR, Remuneration and Job evaluation/Grading.
• Experience in SAP HR and MS Office packages.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Carry out implemented standards, policies under the direction of the Operational and Electrical Manager. Liaise with process and mechanical staff to ensure maximum plant availability to ensure compliance with wastewater effluent quality permit, as well as raw sewage spills target. Ensure and promote workplace safety in terms of OHASA, SANS and any other applicable codes of practice.
• Effectively manage, develop and motivate subordinates towards the achievement of the section’s strategies and objectives. Carry out the scheduling, installation, maintenance and repair of all electrical equipment, including motors and associated control equipment, including actuators and MV equipment situated at Electro- Mechanical section (Northern Works Wastewater Treatment Plant).   Keep abreast of, and where possible, implement new technology to ensure continuous, reliable and safe supply of services and availability of plant.
• Monitor and implement safety requirements of all Electrical Installations, facilities and staff in compliance with OHAS act including safety notices at all electrical installations, firefighting equipment and lifting equipment at the works. Carry out standby duties and after-hours duties as required and report and record all faults that occurred after hours to assist management with reducing future un-necessary overtime.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Grade 10 or N1 Electrical (NQF 2) + Electrical Trade Test Certificate.
• 3 years’ experience on motors and motor controllers such as Soft starters, Direct online and Star Delta starters. Basic experience on PLC’S and VSD’S. Experience on ultrasonic level controllers and actuators
• Code EB Valid Driver’s License

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Repairing, maintaining, servicing and fitting of yellow machines and minor plant and related equipment and machinery. Ensuring roadworthiness of plant and equipment under your
• Control El Participating in the planning of preventative and proactive maintenance programme
• Repairing and installing hydraulic equipment. Lifting and moving of heavy plant and equipment
• Operating Yellow Machines, Minor Plant and other related equipment and machinery as part of work of repairing, maintaining, servicing and testing these machines. Complying with roadworthy requirements on mobile plant. Performing basic auto electrical repairs and maintenance. Inspecting machinery and plant daily. Feedback to the Operational Manager: Yellow Machines on job cards regarding daily progress.
• Carrying out responsibilities outlined in the GMR 2.7 appointment such as ensuring safety, compliance, inspection and maintenance of machinery. Supervising subordinates to achieve section’s goals and Objectives. Filling in of logbooks and vehicle check sheets as per Johannesburg Water vehicle policy. Completing on-job risk assessment forms and other HSE (health, safety and environment) documents.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Trade Certificate (NQF 4) Diesel mechanic
• 2 years’ experience on petrol / diesel engines and yellow machines. Knowledge of Basic Occupational Health and Safety in the workplace.
• License Code C1 /10 and PrDP.Specific Occupational Medical Fitness.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attend to incoming calls and redirect the calls to the relevant personnel daily. Answer and transfer calls to relevant extension, daily. Handle a constant flow of irate customers. Report faulty lines. Make outgoing calls on behalf of staff.
• Welcome walk-in customers daily, establish the cause of the problem and refer them to the relevant managers. Audit complaints on SAP, daily. Sign for received deliveries and forward to the relevant staff.
• Monitor incoming fax. Take monthly readings for the fax and copy machine and send them to the service provider. Monitor the use/abuse of the copier and fax.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Grade 12 (NQF 4)
• Minimum 1-year experience in an office environment. Relevant switchboard and reception skills.
• Good command of written and spoken English

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attending queries, e.g. clearing and deletion of user accounts. Receiving incoming calls for GIS. Directing visitors to relevant personnel. Scheduling – boardroom bookings, email notification to all attendees. Preparation of attendance registers, agendas, minutes, stats, etc.
• Submit all new as-builts to the data Coordinator. Print sufficient forms for the requesting office and submit. Training new IMQS users occasionally. Compilation of manuals for different training categories. Interviews and selection of temping administration staff. Supervision of admin staff appointed for special projects, etc. Timesheets signoffs, processing of invoices, etc. Collect all GIS stats.
• Updating spreadsheet on the sever. Filing supporting documents. Update IMQS training spreadsheet and schedule training as required. Arrange training (bookings a week prior to the training date). Add new users on the system. Printing, binding, manuals and tests. Log and link all new as-builts within 5 days of receipt. Updating stats list on the server. Log and update tubes spreadsheet within 5 days of receipt.
• Load completed as-builts drawings in tubes. Contact records for collection once a tube is full. File all the supporting documentation. Processing invoices. Order stationery and furniture for GIS.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• National Senior Certificate (Matric/Grade 12)
• Diploma or Certificate (NQF Level 5 or 6) in Office Administration, Public/Business Administration, Secretarial Studies, or Records Management
• 3–5 years in office administration or management, with the ability to read/interpret water and sewer infrastructure information
• Strong organisational and communication skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in tasks like data entry, scheduling, and document management.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage and oversee the Pressure Management and maintenance activities of the UFW teams in the regions. Identify and quantify risks associated with such activities and inform the relevant Operations department. Manage and ensure that water samples are taken and delivered to the laboratories for water quality analysis to ascertain whether leaks are resulting from the water reticulation system or ground water. Develop sound mechanism for recovering money owed to JW. Co –ordinate efforts of Legal department and Customer Services.
•  Assess condition of hydrants and report findings to relevant region. Investigate problem areas and, on an annual basis, advise CAPEX of future Water mains upgrade/replacement. Investigate and report on the benefits of installing pressure management equipment, retro-fitting devices and other Water Demand Management strategies. Manage the sections vehicles according to the JW Vehicle Management Policy.
• Manage and ensure that identified critical spares and equipment are available. Manage, develop and motivate personnel towards the achievement of the section’s goals and objectives. Provide necessary information for internal and external auditors. Implement changes required Provide necessary information for internal and external auditors. Develop, Implement and maintain SOP’s for operations. Manage, monitor and enforce safety requirements in the workplace according to OHASA..
• Submit Capital expenditure estimates (CAPEX) to the Investment Delivery department for the planning and execution of infrastructure development. Create Purchase requisitions, and GRN’S (Goods Receive Note)as per Procurement Policies and Procedures. Liaise with consultants, external/internal auditors, contractors and suppliers on an adhoc basis to ensure that all outsourced work is completed within agreed timeframes and advise JW: Communications Department on developing a strategy for Water Loss Programmes.
• Participate in strategic management mechanisms of the General Manager: Operations. In conjunction with the various Regional Managers, identify the backlogs of the current Water Network as well as the upgrading/extension requirements in order to meet future demands. Promote inter-departmental co-operation and co-ordination on Water Conservation and Water Demand Management initiatives. Facilitate and coordinate monthly Water Conservation and Water Demand Management Committee meeting. Bulk Water Meter Management (RW SIV Analysis). Implement SLA for cross boarder meters

JOB REQUIREMENTS: ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• BTech in Civil or Mechanical Engineering (NQF 7), with an accredited management qualification NQF 5
• 5 years’ experience in water operations of which 3 years must be at a managerial level
• Valid Driver’s License Code EB

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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)

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct research on standards and specification pertinent to the subject and update the database records. Develop tender specifications in liaison with the user department and assist in preparing the tender document. Constantly review the current standards and specification and liaise with the suppliers and manufacturers and report on them.
• Conduct tender evaluations on tenders allocated in terms of JW’s policy and procedures. Conduct audits of resources and capabilities of the tendered in terms of their tender submissions. Follow up on references and conduct necessary site inspections.
• Prepare reports of recommendation to the bid committees. Carry out audits on existing contract to ensure compliance with contract conditions and requirements. Report any anomalies/non-compliance identified to Contracts Engineer and service provider. Monitor correction of identified anomalies/non-compliance. Conduct site visits on service-related contracts. Monitor progress and costs of framework contracts and report to the Contracts Engineer.
• Schedule meetings and assist in chairing them between service providers and JW to review progress, problems and safety issues. Improve contract documents and filing. Report on Monthly expenditure of contracts

JOB REQUIREMENTS: ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• National Diploma Engineering
• 2 years’ experience in construction/contract management environment preferably in the water and sanitation field
• Valid driver’s license

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive applications for new township developments from the City of Johannesburg. Assess the application using GIS, Alchemy and IMQS in terms of existing water and sanitation service, the layout of the water and sewer system and servitudes required. Analyze the design assumptions regarding the capacity of link and bulk infrastructure to accommodate or service the demand for water and sanitation services.
• Receive construction drawings from consulting engineers and ensure that they conform to requirements. Assess site development plans against JW’s standards to check the availability of services using GIS, Alchemy and IMQS to ensure that JW’ s services are not compromised, before approving. Receive applications for extension over building lines which include the plan, title deeds and schedule of rights.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• National Diploma (Civil Eng.) (NQF6).
• 3 years working engineering experience. Design of water and sewer systems. Knowledge of township development processes, evaluation of construction drawings and assessment of site development plans.
• Valid driver’s licence.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Organise, plan, and prioritise multiple projects simultaneously for effective implementation and project tracking. Organise, plan, and prioritise multiple projects simultaneously for effective implementation and project tracking. Conduct site investigations, verify existing services, and determine further investigations required to develop design solutions.
• Prepare preliminary design reports based on the site investigation conducted. Prepare detailed designs in accordance with accepted engineering practice. Present design reports to Senior Engineers, Operations, Infrastructure Planning and Project Management Unit. Liaise also with Operations in terms of their requirements and specifications. Compile Bill of Quantities and project cost estimate.
• Initiate a Contract handover meeting, receive and check all Contractual requirements on behalf of the Project Management Unit. Compile project tasks and milestone plans on MS Projects and track progress. Prepare project cash flows using available software. Monitor expenditure versus budget using available software. Ensure the project is implemented within Budget. Compile reports to request for additional funding were necessary.
• Ensure overall compliance with statutory requirements of OHS and the Environment by contractors. Identify project risks and develop mitigation plans. Report on issues that could impact the safety, and duration to the Project Manager. Provide mentorship support to Trainees and bursars towards their professional development.
• Engage and communicate the project scope and timelines to the project stakeholders. Manage and monitor the responsibilities of Trainees and Bursars to achieve goals and to work within budget, time and required quality.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor of Science Degree (BSc) in Electrical Engineering/ Bachelor of Engineering (BEng)
• Electrical Engineering Degree / Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Electrical Engineering,
• Minimum 5 Years industrial MV and LV electrical, including Control and Instrumentation
• Experience related to the design and procurement of Pump stations/ WWTWs/ PRVs/ Water Metering/Telemetry.
• Computer literacy in the use of design packages such as AutoCAD/Revit/Bently/Inventor
• Valid Driver’s license and own transport