Technical Officer

Permanent8 months ago
Employment Information
Requirements
  • A tertiary technical qualification – National Senior / National N Certificate or National N Diploma – N5/6 (NQF level 5) in the electrical / civils / mechanical fields and at least two years of practical experience in the field at supervisory levelFive years of practical experience
  • Proven project management skills/ qualification will serve as an added advantage;
  • National Trade Test Certificate
  •  2 years supervisory experience
  • Computer literacy with working knowledge of MS Office
  • Code EB driver’s licence
  • Occupational Health and Safety certificate
Responsibilities
  • To manage civil and building maintenance by agreed procedures on a 24-hour immediate response basis to ensure a favourable visitor and operational environment.
  • To execute and supervise trade related work such as repairs or maintenance to buildings structures, services, roads and equipment;
  • Experience of Bulk water reticulation systems, reservoirs, pumps and related control equipment, Sewer systems, septic tanks, soak aways pumps and related control equipment, Electrical installations and cable networks, repairs, storage and safety requirements;
  • To investigate and resolve problems that are of a technical nature;
  • To supervise and administer the Technical section;
  • To liaise with trade representatives/specialists;
  • To perform all administrative related tasks including budget control, ordering of materials/parts, stock control and monthly and quarterly variance reports on all technical related expenditure;
  • Provide technical support to all Park related projects in the absence of a project manager;
  • Work closely with contractors or projects managers when the need arise;
  • To ensure compliance to Occupational Health and Safety requirements and to execute tasks as per various OHS Section 16.2 appointments including reports on regular meetings and risk assessments to be OHS compliant;
  • To manage resources by monitoring machines, equipment, inventory and materials to ensure optimal functioning by submitting a yearly comprehensive plant and infrastructure servicing and replacement schedule;
  • To monitor and manage maintenance contractors, including quality control and to ensure compliance with SABS buildings regulations to increase life expectancy of structures;
  • Good communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills;
  • Must be willing to work irregular hours;
  • Proven project management skills needed.
Documents required

Please send your Cover letter, CV, copies of ID, drivers licence and relevant qualifications

Job location
Technical Officer
South African National Parks (SANParks)
Technical Officer
1 Vacancy-Permanent
643 Leyds Street, Muckleneuk, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa