• Full Time
  • Engineering / Technical, South Africa

Makana Local Municipality

Makana Municipality is a local municipality that governs the town of Makhanda and surrounding areas in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa. It is part of the Sarah Baartman District Municipality and is named after a Xhosa prophet and leader, Makana.

Senior Technician: Roads and Stormwater (1 Position)

  • Job Type Full Time
  • Qualification National Certificate
  • Experience 3 – 5 years
  • Location Eastern Cape
  • Job Field Engineering / Technical

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

  • National Diploma in Civil Engineering, with 3-5 years of experience in a similar position, especially in roads sections.
  • Management experience is an added advantage.

Competence/Skills Required:

  • Code 8 Driver’s License.
  • Computer literate, with knowledge of MS Office, internet, GIS, and related typing programs and spreadsheets.
  • Good communication skills at all levels.
  • Attention to detail and report writing skills.

Key Performance Areas:

  • Identify and define immediate and short-term objectives/plans for road and stormwater maintenance. Stay updated on technological developments in road rehabilitation and maintenance, as well as stormwater drainage regulations.
  • Prepare reports on current and future interventions (construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance) needed to meet acceptable service delivery standards, and present them to the Manager.
  • Monitor staff attendance, conduct, and output in roads and stormwater sections. Address any deviations from performance indicators through meetings, counseling, or other methods to improve and motivate personnel.
  • Conduct quarterly evaluations of staff performance through individual appraisals.
  • Keep staff informed about new developments, legislation, circulars, and policies.
  • Address workplace conflicts or conduct issues by initiating consultative processes and implementing disciplinary procedures.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the official Makana Local Municipality channels.

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