, Department of Works
Responsible for installation and maintenance of High mast tower lights, streetlights, facilities, electrical plant and equipment such as power transformers, welding generators, standby power generators, motors and control gear, industrial stoves, air conditioning, ventilation systems and building lighting.
Key Responsibilities
- Installation and maintenance of High mast tower lights, streetlights, facilities, electrical plant and equipment.
- Installations of overhead and underground LV and HV electrical power distributions.
- Planned maintenance (Inspects, diagnoses and corrects/repairs failed or malfunctioning equipment.)
- Reads and interprets electrical circuit diagrams and other engineering drawings.
- Advises and recommends on methods of repair.
- Training, appraising and supervision of semi-skilled workers, apprentices, assistants and students.
- Carries out any other duties as assigned by the respective Foreman.
- Ensures safe working environments in line with the Electrical Safety Regulations, Factories & Works Act, Occupational Health & Safety Act and Environmental Management Act.
Requirements
- Apprenticeship trained in Electrical Engineering with a minimum 3 years post qualification experience OR a minimum 5 years post qualification experience in a reputable organisation for none apprentice trained candidates.
- National Craft Certificate in Electrical Power Engineering.
- SW1 Journeyman qualification.
- High Voltage switching certification up to 33kV is an added advantage.
- At least Class 4 Driver’s licence will be an added advantage.
- Experience in Local Authority will be an added advantage.
How to Apply
Applications clearly marked, on the envelope, the position being applied for, shall be addressed to The Acting Human Capital Director, City of Harare, PO Bax 1680, Harare, OR hand delivered to Records Office, Basement, Room B32, Rowan Martin Building, Harare, not later than 18 March 2026.
Job Code: Grade 9