Job Description

ELIGIBILITY



Suitably Qualified



Candidates



CLOSING DATE



16.05.2025



REFERENCE NUMBER



NRG 50/25 Ext



SALARY



R 1 411 278.00 p.a. TCOE



DEPARTMENT



Electricity Generation and



Distribution



DIRECTORATE



ENERGY



Maintenance, Service Standards &



NRG 50/25 Head



Requirements



BSc (Hons) or BEng in Electrical Engineering. Registered as a Professional Engineer (PrEng). Minimum of 10 years post graduate technical and

managerial experience with extensive exposure to electrical



distribution infrastructure, with particular emphasis and



knowledge relating to operations and maintenance



management.



Network and Equipment commissioning and maintenance. Knowledge of Maintenance Policies and Standards. Knowledge of Maintenance Management Systems. Excellent technical and personnel management skills. Proficiency in compiling and managing capital budgets. Sound project management skills. Sound knowledge of safety legislation and practice. Financial analysis expertise. A high degree of computer literacy. Valid Driver's licence: Code B.

Key Performance Areas



Conduct research and apply national/international standards

for distribution network maintenance, ensuring compliance



with safety, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.



Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including

consultants and service providers, to discuss



maintenance strategies, research results, and industry



best practices.



Represent the City in national working groups to influence

the development of technical standards and maintenance



strategies, ensuring the City's needs are considered.



Manage the preparation, issuance, and evaluation of

maintenance and service tenders, ensuring compliance



with specifications, standards, and contract terms.



Oversee and coordinate staff training on maintenance

strategies, equipment installation, and operational knowledge,



in collaboration with the Electricity Training Centre.



Develop, manage, and implement comprehensive maintenance

plans for the distribution network, utilizing Reliability-Centred



Maintenance principles and coordinating with stakeholders.