Candidate Engineer

• Undergo training according to the training Programme for Candidate Engineers as scheduled by the Manager SHERQ and Training and under the instruction of the appropriate branch manager.
• Participate actively in practical field work such as cable jointing, overhead line construction and substation construction by working closely with Electricians and Technicians in order to develop a fundamental understanding of work processes and procedures.
• Engage in the planning, organisation and execution of construction and maintenance projects undertaken by Distribution and Transmission departments at the level required of a Professional Engineer.
• Investigate and solve practical engineering problems relating to construction, maintenance and operational issues as assigned by any technical division, by applying engineering fundamentals to develop solutions in order to ensure the adoption and selection of the optimum technologies.
• Undertake feasibility studies as directed by the Manager HV Planning or Manager HV project by assessing alternatives and making recommendations contained in a comprehensive report in order to extend, upgrade or strengthen the high voltage networks.
• Engage in the design of LV and MV distribution systems.
• Liaise with consultants, architects and developers through meetings and correspondence in order to determine site, building, switchgear, transformers and cable and protective gear requirements for the reinforcement of 33 kV, 132kV and 275kV systems.
• Engage in the drafting of technical specifications and contract documentation for electrical goods and service.
• Adjudicate tenders and compile bid reports relating to the supply and delivery of electrical goods and services by understanding the procurement policies and procedures in order to ensure timeous procurement of the goods and services.

• Planning
• Organisational awareness
• Attention to Detail
• Design
• Project Management
• Construction
• Operations and Maintenance
• Interpersonal Relationship
• Service delivery Orientation
• Action and Outcome Orientation
• Change readiness
• Learning orientation

• Bachelor of Science Degree (NQF Level 8 in Electrical Engineering or Electronic Engineering

• Must pass a proficiency test set by the department to prove sufficient general knowledge of

• Valid motor vehicle driving license or be able to obtain one within 6 months from date of

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