SENIOR ARTISAN x3

DEPARTMENT: ENGINEERING SERVICES
SECTION: ELECTRO TECHNICAL SERVICES
DIVISION: Operations and Maintenance
SALARY SCALE TASK LEVEL 11 – Total cost to company- R543 623.70 – R681 294.04 per annum
Benefits: Housing subsidy, Medical aid, Pension and Grouplife
JOB PURPOSE:
Coordinates and controls the set-up, work in progress and completion of specialised tasks activities
associated with medium/ low voltage electrical installation, maintenance and repair including, monitoring
and correcting support personnel productivity and performance and, attending to routine/ general
administrative recording requirements contributing to the accomplishment of departmental objectives.
To undertake the operational, maintenance and construction activities of the Electricity Department in
order to ensure a reliable electricity supply to all consumers.
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POST:

• Grade 12 (NQF4)
• Trade Tested Artisan Electrical Certificate (CONSTRUCTION ELECTRICIAN TRADE TEST CERTIFICATE
  NOT ACCEPTED)
• Operating Regulations for High-Voltage Systems (ORHVS) certificate (Full course)
  OTHER REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS:
• Frist Aid knowledge (obtain within 12 months)
• Code C1 driver licence (Code 10) with PRDP
• Computer literacy (Ms Office) knowledge
• Operate Hydraulic lifting and pneumatic equipment (obtain within 12 months)
• Managerial and supervisory skills/knowledge
• Human relations and communication skills/knowledge
• Ability to give attention to detail
• High level of responsibility
• Ability to work under pressure without tolerance for errors
  EXPERIENCE:
• 3 years relevant after obtaining Trade Test certificate.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

1. A service bonus equivalent to one month’s salary, where applicable, will be payable and be supplemented by the normal benefits applicable to the Municipality including housing allowance for homeowners subject to certain conditions.
2. The Municipality is an equal opportunity employer and respects the conditions of the Employment Equity Act. Preference will be given to candidates who comply with the Employment Equity Targets but will not be the only criteria applied.
3. All applications are subject to reference checking and verification of qualification checking, which means that by applying for a position at the Municipality, you give us consent to do the various checking.
4. Applications received after the closing date, or which have been received without the application form and documentation/s mentioned below will not be considered.
5. Canvassing of any councillor and/or member of the Appointment Committee and/or any personnel
   member of the Municipality will not be allowed and will immediately disqualify applicants.
6. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for interviews. Applicants can regard their applications as being unsuccessful if no feedback has been received within three (3) months from the closing date.
7. Placement of candidates for work can be done in any area of Drakenstein. This area covers Simondium, Paarl, Wellington, Gouda, Hermon and Saron.
8. Applications within the Drakenstein municipal area will be receiving preference.
9. The Municipality respects the conditions of the Protection of Personal Information Act. By submitting
   your information and application you confirm that the information you have provided to us is true, correct and up to date.
10. Successful candidates will be expected to sign a contract of employment, disclosure of benefits and interest and a performance contract (where applicable) with the employer.
11. Candidates that arrive late for interviews will be disqualified.
12. The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.
    Application forms can be obtained from the Human Resources Offices at the Civic Centre, Berg River Boulevard, Paarl, 7622 (Mondays to Fridays from 08:00 until 15:30) or on the Drakenstein Municipal website www.drakenstein.gov.za. Clearly indicate the reference number for the post you are applying for on the pre-scribe application form. Your fully completed application form must be accompanied by your CV and relevant certified supporting documents when handing it in. Certified copies must not be older than three (3) months No fax copies will be accepted

Your application can be submitted via email to: engineeringjobs@drakenstein.gov.za, hand delivered or posted to Drakenstein Municipality, Human Resource Offices, PO Box 1, Berg River Boulevard, Paarl, 7622.

Source: https://www.drakenstein.gov.za/sites/dw/SitePages/Vacancies.aspx