Technical Support 1 - TSS Groundwater Boosters W'Shop

Overall Purpose of Position

In this role the chosen candidate will form part of a team of mechanical technicians. This team is an integral part of the TSS and is responsible for the upkeep of booster and transfer pumps and related equipment.

Main Accountabilities & Responsibilities

The selected candidate will be expected to:

· Assist in the completion of routine repairs and maintenance of the booster and transfer pumps and any other related equipment.

· Help in the co-ordination of policies, procedures and strategies required for the effective and efficient running of the workshop.

· Respect and abide by all relevant health and safety rules.

· Assist the technicians and/or Team Leader and/or Operations Manager, or any such officer as designated by the WSC, responsible for the workshop.

· Drive a vehicle provided by the WSC as and when required and maintain same in good working order.

· Undergo any training programs that the WSC deems necessary for optimum performance in the assigned grade.

· Assist with the dismantling, assembly, and overhaul of all booster and transfer pumps referred for repairs and service maintenance.

· Assist with the refurbishment of pump parts including abrasive sanding, rust chipping, and application of specialised paint.

· Assist with the diagnosing and defining source of any specific pump fault.

· Handle heavy equipment with the aid of specialised tools.

· Operate an overhead crane with safe practice within the workshop.

· Work with all kinds of tools and fulfil their maintenance provided by the workshop.

· Assist with the routine maintenance of all workshop, store, tools, and equipment.

· Cleaning and upkeep of tools, equipment, and workshop, including interconnected premises.

· Workshop health and safety awareness and proper/safe work practice.

· Understand the importance of pump and motor alignments in pump systems.

· Capable of using the necessary instrumentation to carry out pump/motor alignments if necessary and when directed by superiors.

· Proper bearings cleaning, installation and lubrication techniques as regards quantity and quality.

· Onsite pump inspections on booster and transfer stations as required.

· Assist in risk assessment exercises.

· Carry out any other job related duties as may be assigned from time to time.

· Participate in and contribute to cross-functional teams as required, consult with relevant departments, as necessary, and provide training as may be required.

· Co-ordinate with the Quality Unit in obtaining and maintaining certifications and accreditations of the Corporation and participate in internal and external audits, and peer reviews.

· Carry out effectively any other duties and responsibilities and undertake other assignments as reasonably directed by the Management.

Working Conditions

i. Expected to be in, and maintain, a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service;

ii. Expected to join existing working patterns as regulated by the collective agreement of the employees of the WSC.

iii. Abide by rules and regulations issued by WSC;

iv. Consult with other sections as may be required;

v. Expected to maintain oneself abreast with best practices relevant to the post and attend any training which may be provided.

vi. The nature of this position requires the employee to be physically present during working hours as per operational exigencies.

Qualifications and Experience

By the closing time and date of this call for applications, applicants must:

i. Be in possession of MQF Level 4 related to the respective job description OR;

ii. Be in possession of a registered MQF Level 3 and one (1) years’ experience related to the job description in the WSC in Scale 14 or higher OR;

iii. Three (3) years experience related to the job description in the WSC in Scale 14 or higher

iv. Be computer literate

v. Preferably, be in possession of a valid Driving License B.

iv. Be in possession of a clean police conduct, not older than six (6) months from date of application.

Interpersonal Skills

· Work under limited supervision, both individually and within a team;

· Detail oriented and works with a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality;

· Problem solving skills, able to multitask and meet challenging deadlines;

· Highly organized and flexible;

· Able to maintain a professional approach at all times.

The appointment is subject to a trial/probationary period of six (6) months during which time Appointees (i) will retain their substantive appointments, and (ii) need invariably undergo and pass through a specialized certification course to be organized by the Corporation as per exigencies. Failure to get certified as herein mentioned will automatically render the incumbent as having failed the trial/probationary and they shall return to their substantive grade upon notice issued by the Corporation to that effect.