34003310 - Chief Technologist (Civil)

DIRECTORATE: WATER AND SANITATION

DIVISION: SANITATION OPERATIONS

Key Responsibility Areas:

 Provides advice /information and guidance on the principles, procedures and applications associated with the technical operations of the Wastewater Network Branch.
 Controls the operation of sewage pump stations conveying sewage to the Wastewater Treatment Works.
 Controls the repair, cleaning, operation and monitoring of the trunk sewer system and reticulation sewer system.
 Establishes safe working procedures, analysing statistical reports and performance information for future planning.
 Decides on appropriate remedial measures and overall work priorities.
 Controls tasks/activities associated with controlling personnel performance, productivity and discipline.
 Controls the contractual operations of the Division and attends to the financial control in the Division.
 Disseminates information on the professional and technical aspects of the operations and provides reports.

Competencies:

 Planning.
 Organisational Awareness.
 Attention to Detail.
 Project Management.
 Construction.
 Operations and Maintenance.
 Service Delivery Orientation.
 Communication.
 Resilience.
 Cognate Ability.
 Accountability and Ethical Conduct.
 Coaching and Mentoring.

Essential Requirements:

 Bachelor of Technology or Bachelor of Engineering Technology (NQF Level 7) in Civil Engineering.
 Registered as a professional Engineering Technologist with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).
 Valid motor vehicle driving license
 5 Years relevant post registration experience.