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City Electrical Engineer

Sol Plaatje Municipality invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals who possess the necessary skills and expertise to fill the following Senior Management position:

City Electrical Engineer
5-year contract (Ref. 2011/027)

The purpose of this position is to manage the electricity network and all its associated assets, equipment and resources in an effective and safe manner, in order to ensure a continuous supply to all parts of the network.
To be successful in this position, candidates will need:
l A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent qualification
l Registration with the ECSA (Professional)
l An Electrical Engineer's Certificate of Competency (Government Certificate of Competency in terms of the OHSAct and regulations)
l Extensive Senior Management experience gained in an organisation of similar size and complexity
l Thorough knowledge of: * Substation and network design and layout * Electrical protection schemes and operation * Electrical systems and operation * Power transformers and types * Health and safety legislation * Computerised network systems and the planning and maintenance of new electrical infrastructure
l Project management skills
l The ability to liaise with all stakeholders
l Strong envisioning and strategic thinking capabilities
l The ability to compile technical reports
l The ability to drive processes to conclusion
l The ability to facilitate multi-disciplinary and cross-functional ways of working
l The ability to interact effectively with politicians and managers l Sound knowledge of Local Government and its operations.
Package: R748 000 per annum
Commencement date: Negotiable
Closing date: 30 June 2011 @ 16:00
An official Sol Plaatje application form must accompany your Curriculum Vitae, as well as diplomas/certificates applicable to the post being advertised. The vacancy particulars and reference number must be correctly specified on the application form.
Applications will not be considered after the closing date. Application forms can be obtained from Sol Plaatje Municipality, Civic Building or www.solplaatje.org.za/work
Forward your application to fax:
086 650 0314/086 644 1899 or e-mail: cjanse@solplaatje.org.za for attention: Miss Christine Janse. Applications can also be hand-delivered on the 3rd Floor, New Civic Building, cnr Bultfontein and Lyndhurst Avenues.
Telephonic enquiries: Miss Christine Janse at (053) 830-6705.