Kannaland Municipality invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for the Electrical Technician: Energy Resilience vacancy. This 12-month contract opportunity is suitable for candidates with municipal electrical experience, electrical engineering qualifications and ECSA registration.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Kannaland Municipality |
| Closing Date | 10 August 2026 |
| Location | Kannaland, Western Cape, South Africa |
| Directorate | Infrastructure Services |
| Post Title | Electrical Technician: Energy Resilience |
| Duration | 12 months, September 2026 to August 2027 |
| Remuneration | R22 500 per month |
| Application Method | Electronic applications only |
| Application Email | hrapplications@kannaland.gov.za |
Electrical Technician: Energy Resilience
Directorate: Infrastructure Services
Duration: 12 months, September 2026 to August 2027
Remuneration: R22 500 per month, fully grant funded
Requirements
Applicants must have at least three years of municipal electrical experience.
Applicants must have a National Diploma or BTech in Electrical Engineering.
Applicants must have ECSA registration as a Candidate Technician or Technician.
Applicants must be proficient in two or three official languages of the Western Cape.
Related proof or documentation must accompany the application.
Project Purpose and Objectives
The purpose of the project is to strengthen municipal technical capacity to implement energy resilience initiatives and improve the sustainability of electrical services.
The objectives include providing dedicated technical support for MER and ESMAP projects.
The successful candidate will support the reduction of energy losses and improve network reliability through infrastructure assessment.
The role will support NMD management and load control at Calitzdorp.
The candidate will help develop and manage a pipeline of energy efficiency projects.
The successful candidate will ensure compliance with MER grant conditions, reporting and TPA requirements.
Key Performance Areas
The successful candidate will conduct condition assessments of MV and LV networks, identify ring feed gaps and identify undersized conductors.
Duties include updating the asset register and GIS data.
The candidate will supervise maintenance teams and theft replacement programmes.
The successful candidate will lead the implementation of energy resilience projects, including Solar PV on municipal buildings, LED streetlight audits and replacement, VSD installation at WTW and mini grids at Ladismith and Calitzdorp intake points.
Additional duties include preparing technical specifications, tender inputs and site supervision.
The candidate will monitor NMD at Calitzdorp and Ladismith bulk points.
The successful candidate will implement load management, power factor correction and peak lopping solutions.
The role includes liaising with Eskom on NMD optimisation.
The candidate will assist with the development of the Electricity Master Plan and Energy Management Plan.
The successful candidate will ensure compliance with NRS, SANS 10142 and the OHS Act.
The candidate will prepare monthly, quarterly and close-out reports for DLG.
Enquiries
B Dido
Tel: 028 491 0111
How to Apply
Applicants must submit a formal application form and a comprehensive CV.
Applications must include certified copies of qualifications, identity document and driver’s licence.
Applications must be submitted electronically, preferably as one PDF document, to:
hrapplications@kannaland.gov.za
Applicants must clearly state the position in the subject line of the email.
Only electronic applications will be received.
To apply and access more details, visit the Kannaland Municipality official website.
Important Notes for Applicants
The closing date is 10 August 2026.
The advert also states that application forms must reach the Human Resources section on or before 28 July 2026 at 12:00. Applicants should confirm the correct closing date with Kannaland Municipality before applying.
Applicants residing in the Kannaland area will receive preference.
Non-submission of copies of academic qualifications or records will result in disqualification.
Canvassing with Councillors will result in disqualification.
Submission of fraudulent qualifications or documents will result in disqualification.
Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a selection process.
By applying for this position, candidates consent to background checks being conducted.
The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Applicants who do not hear from the Municipality within 30 days of the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.
Kannaland Municipality is an equal opportunity employer that supports affirmative action and employment equity.
Preference will be given to applicants from designated or underrepresented groups.