Foreman

Appointment requirements

• An appropriate Trade Certificate as Electrician (Red Seal)
• Switching Course
• At least two years’ relevant experience as an electrician in local authority electrical networks
• Supervisory experience will be an added advantage 
• A valid Code B driving licence with own transport
• Physical fitness and health
• Computer literacy
• Willingness and ability to work shifts, overtime and standby when required
• Must undergo a criminal record check and such a person shall allow their fingerprints to be taken by the Tshwane Metro Police Department at own cost
• Applicants must be willing to be placed anywhere in Tshwane from time to time as required and determined by the departmental management. Thus, by applying for any of these positions the applicants irrevocably accept this condition.

Personal attributes and/or competencies

• Having integrity, intelligence and patience; innovative thinking skills; decisiveness; flexibility; willingness to accept responsibility; ability to pay attention to detail; good interpersonal and communication skills

Primary functions

• Be responsible for 11 kV and 11 kV to 400 V planning and switching on the electrical network
• Issue work, training and fault locating permits
• Ensure safe operations to adhere to safety rules and regulations
• Manage personnel and activities
• Organise tools, equipment, vehicles and material for personnel to ensure the effective execution of projects
• Communicate the management information of each project to the relevant role players to ensure effective operations
• Ensure the switching of network components during breakdowns to minimise downtime and adhere to NRS standards
• Ensure the development of subordinates to create a competent workforce
• Oversee and administrate daily operations to ensure an effective and auditable administration function
• Adhere to the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 (Act 85 of 1993)