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STELLENBOSCH LOCAL MUNICIPALITY
 
(READVERTISEMENT)
 
MANAGER - PLANNING, DESIGN & SUPPORT - WATER SERVICES
WATER SERVICES PLANNING
INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES
IS/WWS/WSP/01

 
Minimum Requirements: B. Degree/B. Tech Civil Engineering (NQF Level 7) • A minimum of 5 years proven experience in a Water and Sewer Distribution and Reticulation Planning and Design environment which includes water and sewer network modelling, legislative requirements according to National Water Act, Water Demand Management and Master planning. At least 3 years management and staff supervision experience. Valid Code B Drivers’ License • •Eligible for registration with ECSA. 
 
Other Requirements: Required Minimum Competency Units Standards as provided for in the MFMA or if candidate is not in possession of the unit standards be willing to obtain within 18 months of appointment • Computer literacy (MS Office applications) • Proficiency in at least 2 of the official languages of the Western Cape (read, write and speak) •Good management, human relations, interpersonal and communication skills • Analytical skills •High level of responsibility •Ability to give attention to detail •Good understanding of risk and performance management • Time management skills • Excellent presentation and project management skills •Willingness to work after normal working hours, and during emergencies • Able to operate in a team and under pressure• Attention to detail • Managerial / Supervisory skills• Time management skills 
 
 
Added advantage: 
Experience in Water Planning 
Experience in CAD / GIS and MIS applications 
 
Responsibilities/Duties: 
Plan, monitor, control and report on the design and construction of new bulk water Infrastructure master plan with the to ensure continuous water supply, reducing maintenance cost and maximization of capacity • Develop, update, implement, monitor and maintain a maintenance/operational plan of water and sewer infrastructure to optimize potable water distribution •Develop policies, service standards and regulatory requirements for water services provisioning in compliance to legislation •Compile and update potable water services by-laws and regulations •Assist with the develop and updating of an asset and asset maintenance management system. •Perform quality Control reporting functions with regard to Blue and Green Drop on the DWS system. 
 
Job related enquiries: Mr Adriaan Kurtz (021 808 8221) 
 
General Enquiries: Lanese September 021 808 8064 or Lucretia Koegelenberg 021 808 8102 
 
Salary: R393 701.64 – R 511 003.08 (subject to evaluation) Plus benefits
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Applications, clearly marked, accompanied by a comprehensive CV, a covering letter and the details of contactable referees, must be emailed to the Human Resource Management Services at Stellenbosch Municipality at the following email address specifically linked to the above Directorate: infrastructurejobs@stellenbosch.gov.za  
 
Please state the name of the position in the subject of your email for identification purposes. 
 
Applications for the above mentioned vacancy must be sent via the given email. If n
ot it will not be considered. No hand delivered or posted applications will be considered. 
 
Please note: By applying for this position, the candidate consents to verification checks of qualifications and criminal records. Candidates must be willing to be subjected to a rigorous evaluation process. Originally completed applications, accompanied by originally-certified true copies of qualification certificates (degrees, diplomas, certificates, school certificates, etc.) as well as required driver's licenses, Professional Driver’s Permits and registration certificates from professional bodies, where applicable. Receipt of applications will not be acknowledged and no supporting documentation will be returned. No copies of certified copies will be accepted.
 
Canvassing with Councillors or any other decision-maker/ member of the Selection Committee, is not permitted and proof thereof will result in disqualification of your application 
 
Closing date 21 August 2020 @ 12:00 
 
Stellenbosch Municipality is an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates from the designated groups, including those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. The requirements of the Employment Equity Act will be considered as part of the selection criteria/process. If you do not hear from us within ten (10) weeks of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful. For more details on vacancies, visit our website www.stellenbosch.gov.za. The Council reserves the right not to make an appointment and to add/amend/change the salary package.