Chief Engineer: Storm Water Network Planning At City Of Tshwane

Job purpose





To assist in the execution of professional storm water management services for all storm water drainage systems falling within Tshwane to enhance public safety, protect property from flooding and improve the quality of life of all communities





Appointment requirements





An appropriate three-year career-related tertiary qualification (degree or national diploma) in Civil Engineering or in a study field related to the position

Registration as Professional Engineer or Professional Engineering Technologist in terms of the Engineering Profession Act, 2000 (Act 46 of 2000)

At least seven years' relevant experience in a storm water systems planning environment

Managerial experience will be an added advantage

A valid Code B driving licence

Computer literacy

Must undergo a criminal record check and such a person shall allow their fingerprints to be taken by the Tshwane Metro Police Department at own cost





Personal attributes and/or competencies





Having integrity and intelligence; being patient; innovative thinking skills; having energy and imagination; flexibility; willingness to accept responsibility; decisiveness; ability to pay attention to detail





Primary functions





Plan all storm water drainage networks in Tshwane

Establish and update storm water master plans for all catchments

Identify drainage needs and problems, prepare alternative solutions and

preliminary designs, executive feasibility studies and compile a list of proposed projects to address the needs

Oversee and evaluate the impact of proposed new developments or changes in land use on all drainage systems

Verify the design and plans of all private developments for compliance with City of Tshwane policy, norms and standards

Provide a calculation method to calculate storm water bulk contributions and development charges payable by private developers to recover municipal expenditure on providing storm water runoff from new developments