Senior Supervisor Technical

Listing reference: eskom_001062
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 6 November 2025
Position summary
Industry: Electricity, Energy & Water Supply
Job category: Engineering, Technical, Production and Manufacturing
Location: Gauteng
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
Introduction
Area of specialization: Oversee and provide high-level supervision over production, projects, Supervisors, Teams and Sub-Contractors under span of control. Task Grade: T13 Permanent Transformer and Switchgear Services (Transformer Site) Location: Rosherville Position: x2
Job description

Key Responsibilities

·      Oversee and provide high-level supervision over production projects, supervisors, teams and sub-contractors under       span of control.

·      Drive projects schedules to meet due date performance.

·      Inspect, verify, and sign off critical activities to ensure work is carried out as per work instructions

·      Coordinate and facilitate department and inter-departments activities and provide technical input where applicable.

·      Resource Allocation and Job Documentation

·      Ensure that correct tools are available to perform the job in safe manner and replace defective tools.

·      Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement (PQP)

·      Skills Development

·      Tools, Equipment and Housekeeping

·      SHEQ

 

Skills:

·      Supervisory Management Skills

·      Interpersonal and Communication Skills

·      Communication and Conflict Management Skills

·      Technical Diagnostics/Fault Finding

·      Computer Literate (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power Point)

·      Report Writing Skills

·      Good Communication Skills – Verbal and Written

·      Customer Care

·      Time Management

·      Interpretation of Design Drawings

·      Repair of High Voltage Equipment and Components

·      Compiling a HIRA

·      Performance Review and Development

·      Management Skills

·      Delegation

 

 Knowledge:

·      Legislative Acts (ISO 14001& 9001, OHSAS 18001, PFMA)

·      Business and Engineering Processes

·      Transformers/Switchgear Medium Voltage, High Voltage and associated Auxiliary Equipment

·      Reading and identifying of Components on Electrical Drawings

·      Relevant Tools and Equipment

·      Clean Conditions Policy and Regulations

·      Understanding of Policies, Procedures, Work Instructions, PQP’s and SHEQ related documentation applicable to area of responsibility

·      Disciplinary Code and Procedure

·      Basic Project Management

·      Grievance Code and Procedure

 

 Attributes:

·      Results-Driven

·      Assertive and Direct

·      Confidentiality

·      Analytical/Attention to Detail

·      Self-Disciplined

·      Persuasive

·      Strong Leadership

·      Organization/Planning Orientation

·      Creative/innovative Thinking

·      Able to work as part of the Team

·      Leadership

·      Problem-Solving

 

“If you have not been contacted within 28 days after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.”

“Eskom is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of Eskom and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may

be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups. Eskom reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised. Disabled candidates are encouraged to apply for suitable positions.”

Minimum requirements

Qualification(s):

·    N6 with Electrical Trade Certificate or a National Diploma Electrical Engineering or Supervisory Management Certificate

Experience:

·    3 Years related experience, including at least 1 year of Supervisory or Team Leader experience

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