Electrical Clerk of Works - Consulting Industry
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Overview
RPO Recruitment's client, an established engineering consulting firm, is seeking an experienced Electrical Clerk of Works to oversee electrical construction activities on a municipal infrastructure upgrade project in Cape Town. This is a site-based, contract position linked to the duration of the project and is not a permanent appointment.
Requirements
- Relevant higher education qualification in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Installations
- At least 15 years’ relevant industry experience
- Extensive practical experience in municipal street lighting and electrical reticulation, including high-, medium- and low-voltage systems
- Sound knowledge of construction site operations, health and safety requirements and applicable electrical standards
- Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Available to commence duties immediately
- Additional health and safety training and registration as an Authorised Person will be advantageous
Responsibilities
- Supervise electrical construction activities to ensure compliance with approved designs, specifications and standards
- Oversee on-site quality control, workmanship and installation standards
- Monitor contractor performance and coordinate with relevant stakeholders, including the municipal electricity department
- Verify material quantities, completed work and contractor claims
- Identify defects, investigate technical issues and follow up on corrective work
- Conduct site inspections and witness testing to confirm compliance and quality
- Maintain accurate site records, progress reports, inspection findings and photographic evidence
- Attend site and technical meetings, report on progress and escalate issues where necessary
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