Technical Officer - South African National Parks

A challenging vacancy currently exists for a  Technical Officer at Mapungubwe National Park. The successful candidate will report directly to the Technical Manager and the responsibilities will be to assist Technical Manager in the management of Technical services sections of the park.

Responsibilities

• To execute and supervise trade-related work such as repairs or maintenance to buildings structures, services, roads and equipment;
• Experience in bulk water reticulation systems, reservoirs, pumps and related control equipment, Sewer systems, septic tanks, soak-aways pumps and related control equipment, electrical installations and cable networks, repairs, storage and safety requirements.
• To investigate and resolve problems that are of a technical nature;
• To liaise with trade representatives/specialists;
• Perform administrative-related tasks of the section including budget control as well as ordering of materials/parts;
• Provide technical support to all Park related projects in the absence of a project manager,
• Manage adhoc funded projects in the Park
• Work closely with contractors or project managers when the need arises;
• To ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety requirements;
• To maintain tools/machinery, equipment and materials to optimise the functionality, and
• To ensure compliance with SABS buildings regulations on all maintenance constructions.

Requirements

• Grade 12
• N4 Certificate – Civil (Construction) will serve as an added advantage.
• A National Trade Certificate in Building or equivalent will serve as an added advantage.
• 2 years experience in building construction.
• Computer literacy with working knowledge of MS Office.
• Code EB driver’s licence is required but a C1 driver’s licence will be an added advantage.
• Working knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Regulations and other relevant pieces of legislation.
• Good communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Must be willing to work irregular hours.
• Proven project management skills will serve as an added advantage.

Please Note

The remuneration package includes a basic salary, based on the salary scale of a position with a Paterson C4 grade and allowances and benefits as specified in the HR Tariff Document and Conditions of Services of SANParks.