Switching Officer

1 week ago


Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa EThekwini Municipality Full time R104 000 - R156 000 per year
Closing Date
2025/11/14

Reference Number
ETH

Job Number

Job Title
Switching Officer

Job Type
Permanent

Job Grade
T11

Division
System Performance

Department
0093 Mv / Lv Operations

Branch
0094 Network Control

Vacancy Group
Energy Management

Reporting To
Superintendent (Electrical)

Location - Town / City
Durban

Location - Province
KwaZulu-Natal

Location - Country
South Africa

Special Conditions

1. Safe and timeous carrying out of switching operations.
2. Adherence to relevant System Operating Regulations and Safety Rules.

Job Purpose

Job Purpose:
To carry out switching operations as directed.

Key Responsibility Areas

• Responsible for the operation of all equipment on the distribution system (6.6Kv and 11Kv) for eThekwini Electricity and contractors / customers.

• Undertakes preparation and return switching.

• Undertakes medium and low voltage switching operations, including isolating testing, earthing and the issuing of work permits.

• Investigates system faults and occurrences and assesses situations on site detailing
requirements for restoration of supply and repair.

• Assists in the carrying out of repairs to all types of MV and LV reticulation.

• Assists Regional and LV Control Officers in emergencies and other situations.

• Attends to individual reports of loss of supply in emergencies and other situations.

• Participates in the network system interrogation.

• Ensures that all operations undertaken are in compliance with the Occupational Health and
Safety Act

Competencies

• Managing work.

• Problem solving.

• Quality orientation.

• Workplace safety.

• Discipline specific skills.

• Service delivery orientation.

• Accountability and ethical conduct.

• Team orientation.

Essential Requirements

• Trade Tested Artisan (Electrical).

• In possession of a NTC2 or NCV3 in Electrical Engineering from a Further Education and
Training College registered with the Department of Education.

• Authorised for 11kV switching or able to become so authorised within three months of date of appointment.

• Valid motor vehicle driving license

• 3 Years relevant experience in the Electricity Supply Industry.

Preferred Requirements

n/a

Housing Subsidy
Yes

Leave
Yes

Medical Aid
Yes

Other Allowances
n/a

Pension Fund
Yes

Remuneration
R R p.a

13th Cheque
Yes

Contact Name
HC Centre

Contact Telephone

  • System Engineer

    1 week ago


    Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Pedros Full time R250 000 - R750 000 per year

    Job DescriptionDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Server & Cloud AdministrationManage, configure, and maintain Windows Server, Azure AD, and Microsoft 365 servicesImplement and monitor patch management policies across servers and endpointsEnsure high availability, uptime, and disaster recovery readinessNetwork & Security ManagementConfigure and manage firewalls,...


  • Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa EThekwini Municipality Full time R80 000 - R120 000 per year

    Closing Date2025/11/14 Reference NumberETH Job Number Job TitleMv Network Control Officer Job TypePermanent Job GradeT11 DivisionMv Department0093 Mv / Lv Operations Branch0094 Network Control Vacancy GroupEnergy Management Reporting ToManager (Operations) Location - Town / CityDurban Location - ProvinceKwaZulu-Natal Location - CountrySouth Africa Special...

  • Systems Administrator

    2 weeks ago


    Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Toys R Us and Babies R Us South Africa Full time R90 000 - R120 000 per year

    IntroductionWelcome to the Toys R Us world of awwwesome, where we want your little ones imaginations to run freeToys R Us and Babies R Us are well established international brands.Commonly referred to as the "World's Greatest Toy Stores", Toys R Us SA currently boasts 50+ physical stores, two of which are located in Namibia, Botswana and Zambia, as well as...


  • Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa HR Talent Partner Full time R900 000 - R1 200 000 per year

    Job OverviewApplication Deadline: 10 December 2025Job Location: Durban, Kwazulu NatalJob Title: Senior IT Systems EngineerEducation Level: Bachelors DegreeJob Level: SeniorMinimum Experience: 5- 7 YearsSenior IT Systems Engineer required in Durban.A well-known national Software Development and Media company is looking for a Senior IT Systems Engineer to join...

  • Junior IT Engineer

    1 week ago


    Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa 2402fa3b-9269-4631-a35e-fcd391aa0b2f Full time R250 000 - R350 000 per year

    Junior IT EngineerLocation:Cornubia Industrial Estate, DurbanIndustry:Electronics Manufacturing (LED Lighting, Smart Meters, IoT Systems, SMT Production)EcoSolutions Projects Management (Pty) Ltd is a leading South African manufacturer of LED lighting, smart meters, and 4IR-enabled smart city technologies. As part of our expansion, we are seeking a Junior IT...

  • Field Technician

    1 week ago


    Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Paycorp Group Full time R250 000 - R500 000 per year

    Accountable for the general maintenance and service of the ATMs by keeping it clean, packing the cassettes to ensure that assigned machines keep to uptime targets.The responsibilities of the position include:Maintain and improve ATM uptimeTimeous attendance to callout callsTimeous repairs of ATM's in the designated areasWeekly servicing of low performing...


  • Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Hire Resolve Full time R1 200 000 - R2 400 000 per year

    Hire Resolve's client is looking for a Systems Applications Administrator to join their team Durban, KZN. The candidate will administer the Bank's Core Banking Application and Supplementary Systems including the implementation and support of new systems to ensure optimal uptime, stability, functionality, and efficiency of our systems and application...


  • Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Tower Group Full time R350 000 - R650 000 per year

    To accurately and timeously review and process client instructions in line with business rules and legislation, ensuring clients and Financial Advisors experience a professional service which includes ongoing maintenance of the unitholder database, overseeing accuracy of manual processes and internal and external reporting to stakeholders.KEY...


  • Durban, South Africa HR Matters Full time

    **Duties** - Carrying out inspections - Taking meter readings - Taking oil samples from electrical equipment - Appropriate external resources are deployed to electrical equipment to maintain equipment - Repairing & installing cables and equipment - Switching load distribution. - Installing new equipment - Assist Aftercare department - Providing employees...


  • Durban, South Africa RJPersonnel Full time

    2years - Ensure all Monthly Debit Order Invoices and Statements have been received - Ensure all credit card transactions have sufficient supporting documents. - Ensure Fixed Asset listing is up to date with sufficient support. - Request Quotations from Suppliers - Prepare Orders send for signature and place orders with Suppliers - Update Order Register. -...


  • Durban, South Africa HR Matters Full time

    **Duties** - Always ensure electricity supply to customers - Schedule planned maintenance -liaise with customers to ensure production is not affected - Verify compliance certificate for all electrical installations before installations is connected to the supply - Monitor and ensure adherence to all safety legislation (OHSA) - Keep all customers informed...

  • System Engineer

    7 days ago


    Durban, South Africa Pedros Full time

    Job Description DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Server & Cloud Administration Manage, configure, and maintain Windows Server, Azure AD, and Microsoft 365 services Implement and monitor patch management policies across servers and endpoints Ensure high availability, uptime, and disaster recovery readiness Network & Security Management Configure and manage...


  • Durban, South Africa Helen Lucre Resourcing (Pty) Ltd. Full time

    Join our team! Take on the responsibility of administration and support of the company's networks, servers, and users. Duties & Responsibilities Firewall support Networking administration MS Server administration MS Endpoint deployment and management Web hosting administration Desktop support Hardware and telephony support Virtualisation administration...


  • Durban, South Africa Boxer Superstores Full time

    **Job Advert Summary**: **We’re Hiring: 2 x IT Support Technicians** **Location**: Boxer Head Office, Westville (Durban) **Department**: IT Support Services **Are you a tech-savvy problem solver with a passion for delivering great service?** Boxer Superstores is on the lookout for **two dynamic IT Support Technicians** to join our fast-paced and growing...

  • Wealth Admin

    2 weeks ago


    Durban, South Africa Network Recruitment Full time

    Ready to grow your career in a fast-paced, client-focused financial services environment? A high-performing Private Clients team in Umhlanga is looking for a driven Finance Administrator to take full ownership of their expanding investment and life administration portfolio.This is a pivotal support role where precision, organisation, and proactive client...

  • Network Technician

    4 days ago


    Durban, South Africa Icebolethu Full time

    REFERENCE: ICTNT03 /2025 Icebolethu Group is an authorised Financial Service Provider FSP45714 and a Level 1 BBBEE Contributor. It is South Africa's second largest Funeral Assurance Group and the winner of the Standard Bank KZN - Top Brand award for 2022, providing a centre of excellence and leading provider of dignified burial solutions. Icebolethu Group is...


  • Durban, South Africa On Line Personnel Full time

    **Qualifications / Requirements**: - Grade 12 - Degree or Diploma in IT with relevant IT certifications - CompTIA Network+ or CCNA - Minimum of 7 to 10 years experience in IT Analyst or IT Administrator field - Working knowledge of Wintel desktop systems, Windows 10, Office 2016 and Office 365 - Working knowledge of Microsoft server and services such as...

  • Network Specialist

    7 days ago


    Durban, South Africa BASHR Consulting Full time

    **Job Details**: **Department** **IT** **Minimum experience** **Mid-Senior** **Company primary industry** **Information Technology and Services** **Job functional area** **Information Technology** **Salary** **R48 000 - R64 000 per annum** Great news! A well-established Tech firm is seeking a vibrant and energetic Network Specialist to join their...