CHIEF WORKS INSPECTOR: ELECTRICAL

• Directorate: Maintenance Projects/Programmes - Sub Directorate: Maintenance and Work Inspections
• Number of Posts: 2
• Package: R 376 413 per annum

Requirements:

• National Diploma in Electrical Engineering or N3 with passed Trade Test in Electrical or National N Diploma in Engineering (in the Electrical field).
• A Wireman’s License.
• A minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience post qualification.
• Computer literacy.
• A valid drivers’ license.

Duties:

• Prepare specifications for unplanned maintenance and minor new work.
• Develop a bill of quantities.
• Develop proposals on the associated costs.
• Render an inspection service of work done on new projects and existing structures.
• Develop, implement and maintain an electronic record system for work being done and work that was finalized.
• Analyse and compile relevant project documentation for new and existing structures.
• Develop and interpret plans and sketches.
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders in respect of technical aspects.
• Manage the activities of contractors on project.
• Facilitate and resolve problems emanating from projects.
• Develop progress reports on projects.
• Gather and submit information in terms of the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP).

Notes:

• It is our intention to promote representativity (Race, Gender and Disability) in the Public Service through the filling of these posts.
• Applications must be submitted on form Z83, obtainable from any public service department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents.
• Received applications using the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered.
• Each application for employment form must be fully completed, duly signed and initialled by the applicant.
• Failure to fully complete, initial and sign this form may lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process.
• A fully completed, initialled, and signed new form Z83 (Section A, B, C and D compulsory and (Section E, F and G ignore if CV attached) however the questions related to conditions that prevent re-appointment under part F MUST be answered.
• A Z83 form and a detailed CV MUST be attached on hand delivered, posted and online applications.
• Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on the application but must submit the Z83 with a detailed Curriculum Vitae.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources.
• It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
• Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (positive Identity, qualification, fraud listing, employment reference, and criminal record verification as well as the required level of security clearance process).
• Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge or computer assessment test.
• All candidates for MMS positions will be required to undergo competency assessment and security clearance.
• Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a security clearance.
• The department reserves the right not to make appointment(s) to the advertised post(s).
• Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the underrepresented groups as per the GDE Employment Equity Targets.
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• The specific reference number of the post must be quoted.
• Due to the large number of applications we envisage to receive, applications will not be acknowledged.
• If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Employer: Department of Education

Location: Head Office, Johannesburg

Closing Date: 07-02-2025

Criteria Questions

Do you have a National Diploma in Electrical Engineering or N3 with passed Trade Test in Electrical or National N Diploma in Engineering (in the electrical field)?

Do you have a minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience post qualification?

Do you have a valid driver's license?

Please Note:

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.