Operator : Construction and Specialised Maintenance Region 1 (Caledon)

Minimum Requirements

Grade certificate or equivalent; A minimum of 3 years experience operating various Constuction machinery on road construction and maintenance; A valid code EC driving license with a valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP).

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Operate various types of Construction Machinery; Support road specialists in the construction, maintenance and repair of roads; Perform manual labor; Undertake general duties to support road specialists with the construction, maintenance and repair and cleaning of roads which may include maintenance or improvement of road surfaces, road reserves, road signs and road markings, waterways and structures and related activities; Supervision and utilization of labourers to ensure effective management of subordinates; Perform generic administrative functions pertaining to the post; Appropriate working knowledge and experience in the following will be advantageous :  Operating of minor construction machinery and hand tools; Civil construction activities; Safety precautions whilst operating machinery and equipment; Operating general minor and large construction machines; Management and Supervision of staff.

Competencies

Proven knowledge of the following : Construction and Specialised Maintenance Machinery, i.e. : Excavator, Digger Loader, Tipper Truck, Mechanical Broom, Sit-on Tandem Roller, Water Truck, Frontend Loader, Line Marking Machine; Construction, maintenance and repair of roads; Verbal and written communication skills; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Reliable; Able to work in a Team.

Remuneration

R - R per annum (Salary level 4)

Note on remuneration in addition service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Applicants from within the Caledon Community Area will receive preference.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to complete a practical exercise and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department. Nominated Candidate / s will be subjected to a medical fitness test as prescribed by the Construction Regulations, as contained in the OHS Act, / 3. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.