VACANCY

In terms of its Employment Equity Plan, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is committed to employment practices that redress past imbalances in respect of race, gender and disability, and as such the relevant policy will be considered during selection and placement.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for appointment to the under-mentioned position. Persons with a disability are encouraged to apply, unless otherwise stated in the advertisement.

ELECTRICITY AND ENERGY DIRECTORATE

SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT

(DISTRIBUTION: DESPATCH)

POSITION CODE: 260762

TASK Grade 13 (R586 008 – R814 716 per annum)

(Basic salary only, excluding benefits)

Qualification and experience required:

• Trade Test Certificate or National Diploma in Electrical Engineering.
• Computer literacy: MS Office.
• A valid Code B driver's licence.
• Five years or more experience in a supervisory technical position required.

Key attributes associated with the position:

• Ability to meet occasional unforeseen deadlines and to work under pressure during power failures and interruptions which need to be restored within limited time. Predetermined deadlines must be adhered to in respect of payroll matters, for example details regarding the payment of overtime, allowances, etc. must reach the Budget and Treasury Unit by the 7th of each month. Must work overtime and render standby duties.
• Must be able to cope with working under environmental conditions that are physically stressful such as varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Must be physically fit and healthy and able to perform manual operations and duties on foot - is required to handle equipment weighing over 20 kg when carrying out switching operations. It is also occasionally required to climb a ladder or high mast poles, crawl in confined spaces or at elevated distances when carrying out inspections or verifying work.
• Sight, speech and hearing ability (eye test for colour blindness is required).

Summary of the key duties:

• Performs coordination and supervisory duties as Senior Superintendent.
• Controls the Depot's functions regarding electricity and energy requirements including substation, overheads, underground main and illumination activities.
• Plans and co-ordinates the Depot's functions and resolves engineering, technical and administrative problems related to specific job functions within scope of expertise.
• Controls and co-ordinates an annual repair and maintenance plan for street and area overhead lines, cables and substation installations and ensures contractor compliance with contract agreements, maintenance standards and specifications as prescribed, inclusive of replacement of obsolete equipment.
• Controls the maintenance of power transformers using a maintenance program and relevant manuals.

The physical attributes associated with this post necessitates that the incumbent is physically fit and able-bodied to perform the relevant functions, and as such, shortlisted candidates will be required to submit themselves to the Municipal Medical Doctor to be medically examined as part of the selection process.

Job purpose:

Responsible for managing, supervising, co-ordinating and controlling the activities of one of the following Electricity & Energy BU Depots [South, North, Motherwell, Uitenhage, West and Despatch] to ensure the continuity of electricity supply and safe, optimal use of resources.

As part of the selection process, candidates may be tested on any requirement, skill or competency, which will include pre-employment screening, medical examination, security vetting and psychometric assessment.

Fringe benefits will include membership of a Retirement Fund, Medical Aid Scheme, Group Life Assurance Scheme, participation in a Housing Subsidy and Car Schemes (subject to the conditions of the various Schemes), and normal leave and sick leave benefits.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Kindly note that all applications for employment and supporting documentation in respect of the advertised vacancy should be submitted online on the municipal website at www.nelsonmandelabay.gov.za (go to ‘Vacancies’ to find the documentation for details for submitting online applications). It is advisable to submit applications online in good time to allow time for attending to queries that may arise when submitting applications.

Hand-delivered or mailed applications for this position will not be accepted.

Telephonic enquiries may be directed to the Receptionist, tel. 041 506 3259.

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY, 8 MAY 2026 BEFORE 14:00