TRADING SERVICES CLUSTER
DEPUTY HEAD (WATER OPERATIONS)
Ref No. 34000004
WATER AND SANITATION UNIT
WATER OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT
Grade 21
Benefits included in the Total Value of Remuneration Package Range (Pension, 13 th Cheque, Medical Aid,
Housing Subsidy and Locomotion Allowance) are payable in accordance with the rules/requirements of the
respective benefit schemes and any revisions that may occur from time to time which may alter the Total Value
of Remuneration Package. In addition other allowances may be payable (where applicable).
Job Purpose:
To provide an economic service for the distribution of potable water and maintenance of the water infrastructure
(reservoirs and distribution system) and maintain an acceptable level of non-revenue water within the
EThekwini Municipality.
Key Responsibility Areas:
•Provides overall management and direction to the Water Operations department. •Maintains clear
communication channels and ensures the effective and efficient running of the department. •Keeps abreast of
technological development and ensures best possible prices are obtained for the department. •Facilitate growth
and development. •Supervision and control of subordinate staff. •Makes suggestions to the Head (Water and
Sanitation) regarding appropriate amendments to and/or scrapping of bylaws. •Assist the Head (Water and
Sanitation) in formulating strategic direction for the Unit. Develops the department's strategic plan. •Formulates
capital and operating budgets. •Implements the department's plans. •Monitors and reviews performance within
the department.
Essential Requirements:
•Relevant B.Tech plus registration as a Professional Technologist (Pr. Technologist) with the Engineering
Council of South Africa (ECSA). •Valid motor vehicle drivers license (Code B). •7 years experience at a
management level of which at least 2 years must be at a senior management level.
Preferred Requirements:
•Relevant post graduate qualifications in Management.
Special Conditions:
Will be required to travel internationally and present technical papers as required.
To apply, visit www.durban.gov.za and click on e-careers, alternatively email applications to
karishma.singh@durban.gov.za