General Foreman - George
Department of Water and Sanitation
- Location
- George, Western Cape
- Closing date
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In brief
Overview This is a job description for a General Foreman located in George, within the Department of Water and Sanitation. The role involves supervising maintenance and construction activities related to water infrastructure. What you will do * Supervise and mentor subordinates. * Transport subordinates to and from sites to implement planned routine maintenance activities (painting, weed control, etc.) at gauging stations (river, canals, dams, evaporation stations, estuaries). * Implement planned structural maintenance activities (replacements of steel components, etc.) at gauging stations (river, canals, dams, evaporation stations, estuaries). * Implement refurbishment projects at gauging stations (rivers, canals). * Conduct inspections according to set standards. * Construction of gauging weirs and infrastructure. * Assist with technical and special tasks (Instrument installations and flood monitoring) as and when requested. * Implement general maintenance and housekeeping of camping facilities. * Ensure that machinery, equipment, tools and goods are maintained and looked after. * Clear and maintain access roads to gauging points. * Deliver damaged equipment to supervisor. * Perform general maintenance. * Keep job cards up to date. * Perform basic risk assessments at gauging stations before work commences. * Comply with Occupational Health and Safety Act and all related safety regulations. * Report faults, defects, and safety hazards to supervisor promptly. Requirements (from the original advert) * A Grade 8 certificate. * One (1) to two (2) years relevant experience in general work of Civil maintenance. * The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver's license. * Knowledge and experience in building and construction. * Good communication skills. * Computer literacy. * Knowledge in controlling and managing bulk water supply maintenance on equipment. * Knowledge in policy implementation. * Knowledge of supervising personnel & equipment. * Disciplinary knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety. * Disciplinary knowledge of public administration. * Knowledge of supporting water utilization & water resource strategy. * Understanding of government legislation. * Ability to work in a team. * Must be punctual, productive, and loyal. * Must be able to work in or near rivers, dams, and canals. * The incumbent will work away from the office for extended periods of time. * He must be willing to travel in the execution of his duties. Who should apply The ideal candidate for this role will possess a Grade 8 certificate and have 1-2 years of relevant experience in civil maintenance, coupled with a valid driver's license. They should have knowledge and experience in building and construction, as well as specific knowledge in managing bulk water supply maintenance, policy implementation, and supervising personnel and equipment. A strong understanding of Occupational Health and Safety, public administration, government legislation, and water resource strategy is essential. The candidate should be computer literate with good communication skills, capable of working effectively in a team, and demonstrate punctuality, productivity, and loyalty. Crucially, applicants must be prepared for fieldwork, including working in or near rivers, dams, and canals, working away from the office for extended periods, and willing to travel. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/general-foreman-george-department-of-water-and-sanitation Source: myjobmag
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- At least 2 years of experience.
- Health and safety (OHS)
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