MECHANICAL REF NO 170921/04
Branch: Infrastructure Management, Northern Operation
SALARY: R 386 487 per annum (OSD)
CENTRE: Groblersdal Area Office
REQUIREMENTS: Appropriate Trade Test Certificate in mechanical engineering. Ten (10) years
post qualification experience required as an Artisan/Artisan Foreman. Valid driver’s license
(attach copy). Supervisory, planning and analytical skills. Project management and technical
report writing skills. Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act and maintenance
management systems. Knowledge of PMDS and PFMA. Ability to work independently as well as
in a team. Computer literacy. Good communication skills and ability to work long hours and
perform well under pressure. Technical analysis and problem solving skills. Willingness to travel.
Candidates may be required to complete a practical and theoretical test. Knowledge and
experience on maintenance of mechanical equipment at dams and maintenance of yellow fleet
and trucks would be an advantage.
DUTIES: Maintenance of bulk raw water infrastructure (dams, reservoirs, pump stations and
pipelines) and machinery. Condition monitoring of equipment and interpretation of data and
reports.
Manage maintenance backlogs, planned maintenance and breakdowns.
Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act and PFMA.
Provide inputs into existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology.
Ensure quality assurance in line with specifications.
Provide inputs into budgeting process compile and submit reports as required.
Manage and supervise artisans and related personnel.
Control and monitor expenditure according to budget to ensure efficient cash flow management.
Manage subordinates’ key performance areas by setting and monitoring performance standards and
taking actions to correct deviations to achieve departmental objectives.
Do mechanical dam safety inspections and complete log books. Submit meter readings of hour meters of equipment to Transport Officer monthly.
ENQUIRIES: Mr. IJ Pretorius,
Tel No: (013 )262 6839
APPLICATIONS:Please email your application quoting the relevant reference number to
GDLrecruitment@dws.gov.za for attention: Mr S Murunzi.
HOW TO APPLY