Manager: Planning And Customer Services (Ref No: IS-ELP-MAN) Jobs

Manager: Planning and Customer Services (Ref No: IS-ELP-MAN)

Company Overview

Drakenstein Local Municipality is a Category B municipality in the Western Cape’s Cape Winelands District. We deliver essential services to communities between the N1 freeway and Simonsvlei region.

Position Summary

Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
Experience: 5+ years relevant experience
Location: Western Cape
Department: Project Management

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee electrical system planning, design, and construction projects
• Manage service delivery objectives and infrastructure development
• Optimize electricity distribution networks to minimize system losses
• Coordinate multi-phase works programming and resource allocation

Essential Requirements

• BSc/BEng/BTech in Electrical Engineering
• Eligible for ECSA registration (Professional Engineer/Technologist)
• Valid EB driver’s license
• Proficiency in GIS, CAD, MS Project, and Office Suite
• Certification in medium/high voltage operations and safety protocols

Core Competencies

• Strategic project management
• Technical systems design and implementation
• Team leadership and mentorship
• Regulatory compliance and safety management
• Stakeholder communication and conflict resolution

Application Process

Submission Deadline: 29 September 2025

Qualified candidates should submit applications through Drakenstein Municipality’s official career portal.

Note: We never charge application fees. Candidates are encouraged to verify all recruitment communications through official channels.