• Full Time
  • Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

eThekwini Municipality

eThekwini Municipality’s Electricity Division is offering a permanent position for an Electrical Assistant within the HV Cables Branch. Based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, this role is ideal for individuals with foundational experience in electrical work who are looking to build their career in a dynamic environment.

Position Details:

  • Job Title: Electrical Assistant
  • Job Number: 33001542
  • Reference Number: ETH240919-1
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Job Grade: T05
  • Division: Works 1
  • Department: HV Operations
  • Branch: HV Cables
  • Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
  • Closing Date: 11 October 2024
  • Reporting To: HV Cable Electrician

Job Purpose:

The Electrical Assistant is responsible for performing various semi-skilled activities to support electricians during installation, repair work, and maintenance tasks. The role involves assisting in ensuring the smooth functioning of electrical operations across multiple voltage systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • General Tasks: Assist with excavation, reinstatement, and operation of handheld tools and machines.
  • Electrical Equipment Maintenance:
    • Perform cleaning of 11 kV, 33 kV, 132 kV, and 275 kV equipment under supervision.
    • Assist in opening tanks, removing, cleaning, and replacing electrical components, and topping up insulating oil.
  • Tools and Materials: Ensure that tools, specialized materials, and equipment are kept in good condition and readily available.
  • Machinery Handling: Assist with coupling, de-coupling, and stowing of trailers, compressors, and other machinery.
  • Transporting Equipment: Transport and connect gas bottles (up to 50 kg) as required for tasks.

Key Competencies:

  • Planning and Organizing: Effectively manage tasks to ensure timely completion.
  • Workplace Safety: Adhere to safety standards in all operations.
  • Discipline-Specific Skills: Knowledge and application of electrical work processes.
  • Communication: Good interpersonal and communication skills to work well within a team.
  • Action Orientation: A proactive approach to task execution.
  • Resilience: Ability to work under pressure and in challenging conditions.
  • Accountability: Take responsibility for tasks and complete them ethically and efficiently.
  • Learning Orientation: Willingness to learn and develop further skills in the field.
  • Teamwork: Work collaboratively with colleagues and supervisors.

Special Conditions:

  • Work Hours: 40-hour work week (5 days).
  • Overtime: Must be prepared to work overtime as necessary.
  • Standby and Sustenance: May be applicable depending on operational requirements.
  • Protective Clothing: Must adhere to PPE schedules and requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Education: Appropriate level of secondary education.
  • Experience: At least 6 months of experience in electrical construction or maintenance work.

Preferred Requirements:

  • Experience: 1 year of experience in HV electrical construction or maintenance work.

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Annual Salary: R152,793.84 – R198,344.52
  • Benefits:
    • Housing Subsidy
    • Medical Aid
    • Pension Fund
    • 13th Cheque
    • Leave Entitlements

How to Apply:

For further inquiries, please contact HC Electricity at 031 311 1301.

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