MAINTENANCE CHIEF ENGINEER

Minimum Requirements:

· BSc/B.Eng/BTech in Civil Engineering

· Professional registration with ECSA as Pr. Eng or Pr. Tech

· Valid driver’s licence

· 5 years’ experience in similar environment

 

Core Responsibilities:

· Identify, plan and manage the key performance areas and results indicators associated with the rehabilitation and maintenance of road infrastructure, storm water drainage.

· Plan and manage department construction of roads and storm water infrastructure.

· Ensure adequacy of traffic signage and road markings through investigation, analysis and interpretation of developmental requirements.

· Compile, manage and ensure effective implementation of the operational and capital budget as well as ensuring compliance with Supply Chain Management policy and relevant legislation.

· Develop, implement and monitor the operational strategy for the maintenance and project management section.

· Manage and coordinate all projects implemented by the depots in terms of the capital investment plan.

· Continuously review and update all policies, bylaws, procedures and guidelines to ensure alignment and standardised approach.

· Direct, control and optimise resources to meet established objectives, monitor results against business plans and make necessary adjustments where necessary.

· Advise on appointments of procurement service providers and ensure compliance with government procurement framework.

· Scan external environment to identify and take advantage of new knowledge of related acts, regulations and regulatory frameworks to ensure integration and compliance

· Ensure effective administration of the section, optimum utilization of resources and compliance of council and departmental policies and the element of stakeholder engagement