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POST 08/315 : CHIEF WORKS MANAGER: ELECTRICAL

🏒 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND INFRASTRUCTURE πŸ“ Bloemfontein Regional Office ⏳ Closes: 13 Feb 2026 β›” Closed 🧾 Post: 08/315 # Ref: 2026/71 (X2 POSTS)
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This vacancy has expired. The closing date was 13 Feb 2026.

Key details

Salary
R397 116 β€’ per annum
Centre
Bloemfontein Regional Office
Reference
2026/71 (X2 POSTS)
Closing date
13 Feb 2026
Apply email
07@dpw.gov.za

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Overview
Manage planned and unplanned electrical maintenance, prepare technical reports, and ensure compliance with electrical standards and regulations.

Requirements

A minimum of three-year tertiary qualification (NQF 6) in Electrical Engineering plus proven technical experience within electrical environment (Planned & Unplanned maintenance), OR (N3 plus trade test in electrical plus 3 to 5 years related appropriate technical experience in the electrical environment (Planned & Unplanned maintenance). A valid driver’s licence; computer literacy.

Extensive knowledge and understanding of Electrical Regulations, PFMA, OHSA, National Building Regulations, Environment Conservation Act as well as the Government Procurement System.

Willingness to travel and work irregular hours.

Sound analytical, good written and verbal communication skills.


Duties

Attend to planned and unplanned maintenance request from the clients departments.

Compile scope of works and prepare estimates and technical reports.

Inspect and report on leased buildings.

Inspect and report on optimum use of electrical equipment and installation.

Inspection of water meter readings; effective utilization of water and certification of Municipal Accounts (Monitor water consumption).

Ensure all automatic electrical systems comply with the electrical Standards.

Ensure electrical work and drawings comply with the OHSA.

Preparation of tender documentation.

Verify and certify invoices for contractors.

Ensure effective and efficient management of Property Management functions related to electrical discipline.

Prepare and compile monthly reports.


How to apply

Email: 07@dpw.gov.za

The Regional Manager
Department of Public Works and Infrastructure
Private Bag X20605
Bloemfontein
9301 or Hand Deliver to Public Works Building
18 President Brand Street
9300.

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