Remuneration: Competitive, based on experience and training.
Nature of employment: The successful incumbent will be employed on a permanent basis after completion of a probationary period.
Experience: - The successful incumbent will have at least five (5) or more years experience as an estimator within the earthing and lightning protection industry.
- Experience within electrical or construction field is an added advantage.
Formal education and qualifications as a minimum requirement: - Matric
- Bachelors degree within Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or related fields
- Must be computer literate and proficient on Microsoft software
- Practical experience and knowledge of SANS Code of Conduct and SABS Standards or relevant codes of practice
- Own transport is mandatory
Inherent requirements and skills applicable to this vacancy: - Excellent communication and reporting skills-Ability to liaise effectively and competently with electrical, structural and consulting engineers, architects and mining professionals.
- Familiarity with SANS Code of Conduct and SABS standards and other relevant codes of practice.
- Excellent record keeping skills.
- Ability to multitask the quoting of multiple projects and tenders.
- Strong technical background.
- Good problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in mathematics.
- Reliable and dependable.
- Attention to accuracy and detail.
- Analytical and logical.
- Ethical and trustworthy.
- Computer literacy.
- Excellent planning skills.
Responsibilities: - Measure and design Lightning Protection Systems for houses, buildings and solar panels.
- Estimate the quantity of material needed to install Lightning Protection Systems for houses, building and solar panels.
- Preparation of enquiry or tender documentation in line with health and safety requirements.
- Preparation of quotations and bill of quantity.
- Preparation of technical reports with the quotation when required.
- Liaising with different departments for projects received regarding quantities and preparations of design drawings.
- Review and comprehension of technical documents.
- Research and create cost models with accurate financial quotations.
- Estimate quantities based on architectural drawings, site reports and Google Earth.
- Proficiency in designing, installing and maintaining lightning protection systems, including understanding the principles of risk management as outlined by SANS 62305.
- Review updated plans and specifications to ensure accurate estimates.
- Prepare clear and concise written proposals for potential customers.
- Maintain accurate records of project details.
- Quantity surveying duties as required.
Shortlisted candidates will be expected to undergo psychometric testing and background screening. Applicants who fulfil the abovementioned requirements are invited to apply for the position by following the link:
