DEPARTMENT : Technical Services (Re-advertisement)
POSITION : Director Technical Services
LEVEL : Manager Directly Reporting to the Municipal Manager
REFERENCE : 30/22
CENTRE : Hartswater, Northern Cape
- Annual Total Remuneration Package:
Total annual remuneration package of R859,002 (minimum), to R1,055,932 (maximum). A Remote Allowance not exceeding 4 % of the Total Annual Remuneration Package may also be payable.
- Appointment status:
Permanent appointment
- Years of experience
Five (5) years relevant experience at middle or senior management level in local government environment and must have proven institutional transformation records in the public or private sector.
- Minimum Qualification / Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or Civil Engineering qualification, registered on the National Qualifications Framework;
- Compliance with all the requirement as contained in the Municipal Regulations on Minimum Competency level, Gazette 46640 of 17 August 2022, i.e South African Qualifications Authority Qualification ID No 48965 for Accounting Officer of Municipalities. e.g CPMD / MFMP, etc. If a newly appointed person is not in possession of this Competency, he / she must complete it within eighteen (18) months from the date of employment, in accordance with Government Notice Number 91 of 03 February 2017, as promulgated in Government Gazette No 46640;
- Registration with ECSA or recognised engineering professional body will be an advantage;
- Excellent knowledge of statutory requirements in local government;
- Good communication and facilitation skills;
- A clear understanding of the developmental challenges facing local government;
- The proven ability to liaise and interact with individuals, role players and agencies on a senior level in all three spheres of government;
- The ability to develop, implement and manage strategic goals, policies, procedures and plans for the directorate and align them with the strategic objectives of the municipality;
- The ability to integrate service delivery in the context of the council’s IDP and oversee the related budget and implementation;
- A track record of civil engineering operations and management;
- Project management skills;
- Functional computer skills in all applications;
- A valid Driver’s licence.
- Core competencies
- Management skills.
- Written and verbal communication skills.
- Strategic decision-making skills.
- Analytical skills.
- Visionary leadership.
- Key Performance Areas (KPAs):
Lead and direct the provision of bulk service provision, master planning, housing, road, electricity, construction and building maintenance, water management and sanitation to the community in a sustainable and equitable manner. Lead in project management. Develop, implement and manage strategic goals, policies, procedures and plans for the directorate and align them with the strategic objectives of the Municipality. Integrate service delivery in the context of the Council’s IDP and oversee implementation. Manage the directorate budget planning, implementation and budget review to support priorities and deliverables in relation to the Integrated Development Plan. Providing advice and support to Council, the Municipal Manager and other office bearers on all functions of the Directorate
Phokwane Local Municipality is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer
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