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CITY OF EKURHULENI
 
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SNR ENGINEER: OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE - ENER20243
Closing Date 2025-08-19
Department Energy Department (2019)
Location City of Ekurhuleni 
Remuneration R 755, 460.00 to R 1, 36, 344.00 - Basic salary per annum (plus benefits)
Assignment Type Permanent
 
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.
 
Enquiries: Tel: 0860 54 3000
 
The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance contract as per Council resolution. Candidates may be requested to submit proof of the NQF level applicable to the qualifications they have obtained. Should candidates not be informed of the outcome of the application within six weeks of the closing date, it should be regarded as having been unsuccessful. The City of Ekurhuleni subscribes to the principles of the Employment Equity Act and reserves the right to appoint, not appoint or to appoint laterally.
 
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​SNR ENGINEER: PUBLIC LIGHTING - ENER20528

Closing Date 2025-08-19
Department Energy Department (2019)
Location City of Ekurhuleni
Remuneration R 755, 460.00 to R 1, 036, 344.00 - Basic salary per annum (plus benefits)
Assignment Type Permanent
 
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.
 
Enquiries: Tel: 0860 54 3000 
 
The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance contract as per Council resolution. Candidates may be requested to submit proof of the NQF level applicable to the qualifications they have obtained. Should candidates not be informed of the outcome of the application within six weeks of the closing date, it should be regarded as having been unsuccessful. The City of Ekurhuleni subscribes to the principles of the Employment Equity Act and reserves the right to appoint, not appoint or to appoint laterally.
 
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​SNR ENGINEER: ENERGY REVENUE CUSTOMER SERVICES - ENER19269

Closing Date 2025-08-19 
Department Energy Department (2019)
Location City of Ekurhuleni
Remuneration R 755, 460.00 to R 1, 036, 344.00 - Basic salary per annum (plus benefits)
Assignment Type Permanent
 
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
 
Enquiries: Tel: 0860 54 3000 
 
The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance contract as per Council resolution. Candidates may be requested to submit proof of the NQF level applicable to the qualifications they have obtained. Should candidates not be informed of the outcome of the application within six weeks of the closing date, it should be regarded as having been unsuccessful. The City of Ekurhuleni subscribes to the principles of the Employment Equity Act and reserves the right to appoint, not appoint or to appoint laterally.
 
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