JOHANNESBURG WATER - OPERATIONAL MANAGER: LOSS CONTROL

 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage, prioritise and ensure that the monthly leak detection and UFW reduction targets are met for the specific region. Monitor the daily tasks conducted by the staff pertaining to data collection, leak detection and meter readings. Manage personnel in terms of Conditions of Service and IR policies. Monitor and enforce safety requirements in the workplace. Inform Physical Loss Manager with the annual capital (CAPEX) and operating budgets (OPEX) estimates. Ensure that productivity levels and costs are kept within estimates and targets. Control expenditure by ensuring spending is appropriate and necessary for achievement of objectives. Liaise with contractors and suppliers on an Ad hoc basis to ensure that all outsourced work is completed within agreed timeframes. Liaise with other J. Water departments as and when required.
 
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Essential qualifications and experience:

• National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering / Civil engineering (NQF 6).
•  2 years’ experience in operations and maintenance of water reticulation, with background in water demand management of which 1 year must at a supervisory level.