ELECTRICIAN

Closing Date: 30 October 2020
Salary: R 279 470.23 – R 362 779.59 (T11 ) per annum + MUNICIPAL BENEFITS

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCES ● Trade Tested Artisan (electrical) NQF 5 ● Valid Code EC driver’s License ● Minimum of 2 years relevant experience.

REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS: ● Proficiency in at least 2 of the 3 official languages of the Western Cape (read, write and speak) ● Good human relations, interpersonal and communication skills ●High level of responsibility ● Ability to work under pressure ● Must be physically fit and able bodied● Required to work in all weather conditions ●Work outside normal working hours, on standby, during emergencies and planned overtime.  

FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:  ● Interprets and coordinate specific pre-work/ site requirements with regards to installations, repairs, planned and predictive maintenance sequences and guides the activities of personnel ● Performs specific tasks associated with the operation of heavy and/or specialized vehicles and equipment during electrical installations, repairs and maintenance activities   ● Monitor and correct support personnel productivity and performance  ●  Coordinate activities associated with the construction and installations of medium/ low voltage electrical networks ● maintain the functionality of medium/ low voltage electrical reticulation systems ● Coordinating activities associated with trouble shooting/ fault finding and repairing to medium/ low voltage reticulation and electrical systems ● Attend to routine/ general administrative recording requirements contributing to the accomplishment of departmental objectives ● Comply to safety procedures and guidelines (Occupational Health and Safety Act, 85 of 1993) ● Keep abreast of developments, emerging trends and latest technologies in the profession.

Work related enquiries can be directed to Manager Electrical and Mechanical Engineering: Mr. J Cupido; jcupido@plett.gov.za or on tell: 044 – 501 3277.

For general enquiries contact Mr J Williams or Ms L Clark on telephone no:  044 501 3418.

Candidates must be willing to be subjected to an interview and competency assessment and must be aware that previous employers and references will be contacted and their qualifications, credit and criminal record will be verified. The candidates will be required to disclose all Financial Interests

Application forms are available on the Bitou website (www.bitou.gov.za). A comprehensive CV, original certified copies of Identification documents, qualifications, and driver’s license must accompany the application form and must be posted /hand delivered to the Human Resources Section, Bitou Municipality, Private Bag X1002; Plettenberg Bay; 6600.

Bitou Municipality is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from the designated groups, including those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.

Please Note:

1. ONLY hard-copy applications will be considered. No electronic or faxed applications will be accepted.
2. No late applications will be considered.  Canvassing of Councilors with the purpose of being appointed is not permitted and proof of such canvassing shall lead to disqualification.
3. Submit separate applications when applying for multiple posts and quote reference number.
4. Preference will be given to local residents before considering candidates outside the Bitou Municipal Area

ADV LMR NGOQO

MUNICIPAL MANAGER                                                                CLOSING DATE: 30 OCTOBER 2020 @ 14h00 pm

If you receive no feedback from us within 12 weeks after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Bitou Municipality reserves the right not to make any appointment and to re-advertise before a shortlist is compiled.