SKILLED WORKER: ELECTRICIANS x4 – Harare City Council 173 views

HARARE TO ACHIEVE A WORLD-CLASS CITY STATUS BY 2025

POSITION: SKILLED WORKER 1 ELECTRICIAN (4 POSITIONS)
GRADE: 9
REPORTING TO: FOREMAN ELECTRICIAN
LOCATION: ELECTRICAL PLANT & PUBLIC LIGHTING WORKSHOPS
DEPARTMENT: WORKS

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill in the above-mentioned vacancies in the Electrical Plant and Public Lighting Workshops in the
Mechanical and Electrical Services Division of the Department of Works.

JOB PURPOSE

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 RESULT AREAS

 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.
 Troubleshooting electrical faults using appropriate testing kits and equipment.
 Advises and recommends on methods of repair.
 Training, appraising and supervision of semi-skilled workers, apprentices, assistants
and students
 Ensures safe working environments in line with the Electrical Safety Regulations,
Factories & Works Act, Occupational Health & Safety Act and Environmental
Management Act.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

 Apprenticeship trained in Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 3 years post
qualification experience OR a minimum 5 years post qualification experience in a
reputable organization for non-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 a Class 4 Driver’s license will be an added advantage.
 Experience in Local Authority will be an added advantage.

SKILLS AND DESIRED COMPETENCIES

 Thorough knowledge and appreciation of lighting circuits.
 Thorough knowledge of electrical plant equipment installations and maintenance.
 Knowledge of various motor starting and motor protection schemes.
 High voltage switching appreciation
 Competent in cable sizing and selection.
 Reading and appreciation of electrical wiring diagrams and basic installation design
appreciation.
 Micro-solar plants and backup power installations.
 Ability to work with minimum supervision.
NB: the City of Harare is an equal opportunities employer and female applicants are
encouraged to apply.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

A competitive salary commensurate with the post and other benefits will be disclosed to
successful candidates.