SayPro EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ROADS & EMERGENCY SERVICES

Introduction Midvaal Local Municipality invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for the advertised vacancy: Job description Provide strategic leadership aligned to engineering principles that would guide development and maintenance within the municipal area Development, implementing and monitoring/reviewing over-arching engineering management/master plans for the municipality in accordance with national and provincial guidelines Provide technical advice, guidance and support in respect of Mechanical, Roads & Storm Water and Emergency (Traffic & Fire) related services and systems Management of professional and technical contracts Prepare and submit reports on the department’s functions, to relevant structures and committees within the organisation Rendering a strategic oversight by formulating and implementing frameworks, policies, plans and strategies Coordinate Staff Activities by means of providing assistance and attending to problems, grievances, and disciplinary hearings Ensure fair and consistent labour practices in order to have sound labour relations so as to avoid unnecessary disputes Budget management and financial control of the department Responsible for managing the department’s performance, through the Service Delivery and Budget Implementation Plan by identifying deviations, apply corrective actions and evaluate performance according to KPI”s and PI’s Perform any other related ad hoc tasks as instructed by management from time to time Shortlisted candidates will be expected to complete a competency assessment battery The successful candidate will be expected to sign an employment contract, a performance agreement and disclosure of financial interest documentation. Minimum requirements As contemplated in abovementioned Government Gazette 43122 of 20 March 2020, read with Government Gazette 37245 17 January 2014 (Local Government: Regulations on Appointment and Conditions of Employment of Senior Managers) Relevant Post Graduate Degree or Equivalent Honours qualification registered on the National Qualifications Framework at NQF Level 8 with a minimum of 120 credits – BSc. Honors or Equivalent Qualification in Transportation Engineering. Computer Literate (MSWord, Excel & PowerPoint) Code EB (08) driver’s licence Certificate of Competence as required in terms of the General Machinery Regulations 1988 will be an added advantage Meet MFMA minimum competency requirements or qualify for dispensation (Government Gazette 41996 of 26 October 2018) Registration with a Professional Body will be an added advantage Knowledge of the relevant Municipal and Local Government Legislation related to vocation Sound knowledge of the operations related to Mechanical Workshop and Roads & Storm Water. Sound knowledge of the operations related to Emergency Services (including Traffic Services, Fire & Emergency Services) Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, proven management skills (including analytical thinking, empowerment, adaptability, leadership, conceptual, presentation, conflict management, attention to detail and negotiation skills.) Project management and financial management skills Competent in interpretation, implementation and enforcement of relevant legislation and applicable policies. The ability to work under pressure, think strategically and creatively 5 years – Experience at middle management level or as programme/project manager, and 3 to 4 years must be at professional/management level related to engineering (roads & storm water) experience, as per the abovementioned Regulations.