Superintendent

City of Cape Town · Cape Town, Western Cape

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Requirements

  • Grade 12 or Equivalent Technical qualification with trade certificate Plumbing.
  • ND: Civil Engineering is advantageous.
  • 3-5 years relevant supervisory experience in a civil engineering operational environment.
  • Knowledge of reticulation networks and plumbing/construction processes as well as Occupational Health and Safety Act.
  • Valid Code EB/C1/EC/C/EC1 driver's licence.

Successful candidate/s will be

  • Required to be physically fit and able bodied. Must be Able to lift heavy manhole covers, carry heavy equipment and fit into confined spaces.
  • Required to work in all weather conditions.
  • Required to work standby, outside normal working hours during emergencies and planned overtime.

Key Performance Areas

  • Operational implementation of effective water and sewer services within Reticulations.
  • Maintain assets, operate water and sewer reticulation, coordinate minor construction work.
  • Supervise and monitor the allocation of work to subordinates.
  • Arrange for contractors to undertake emergency maintenance and replacement work.
  • Undertake accident investigations, District Manager Reports and prepare public liability claims.
  • Implement Occupational Health and Safety processes.
  • Input into the compilation, control and implementation of capital and operating budgets of the Depot.
  • Performing specific administrative functions for the section.
  • Strong leadership ability to drive a high-performance culture.
  • Apply the disciplinary policy whilst interfacing with trade unions.
  • Liaise with Community leaders and engage with other Stakeholders on water and sanitation in informal settlements and formal areas.

CLOSING DATE 25.09.2026

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