Principal Clerk
Reference Number: ETH250801-5
Job Number: 33003978
Closing Date: 22 August 2025
Job Grade: T07
Job Type: Permanent
Division: Maintenance Works Central
Department: MV LV Operations
Branch: Maintenance Planning and Works
Vacancy Group: Energy Management
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Reporting To: Chief Clerk
Job Purpose:
To provide supervisory, clerical, and administrative support functions within the Division.
Key Responsibilities:
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Perform general clerical duties: scrutinising incoming correspondence, collecting, typing, printing, copying, faxing, distributing, and posting documents
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Handle reception duties
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Capture, retrieve, and collate data
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Compile, update, and maintain reports, graphs, and statistics
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Prepare and maintain project control documentation
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Supervise subordinate staff and promote good staff morale
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Assist in grievance and disciplinary hearings
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Perform other related duties as required
Competencies Required:
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Attention to detail
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Organisational awareness
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Problem-solving
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Planning and organising
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Use of technology
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Data processing and analysis
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Strong communication skills
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Client and customer service orientation
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Learning and development orientation
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Teamwork
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Leadership and direction setting
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Coaching and mentoring skills
Essential Requirements:
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Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent
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Valid motor vehicle driving licence
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2 years of relevant experience
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Computer literacy
Preferred Requirements:
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Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) plus a certificate in an administrative field
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3 years of relevant experience
Special Conditions:
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40-hour, 5-day work week
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Use of protective clothing per PPE schedule
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Must be physically capable of performing job duties
Remuneration & Benefits:
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Annual Salary: R232,438.20 – R301,728.48
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13th Cheque: Yes
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Medical Aid: Yes
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Pension Fund: Yes
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Housing Subsidy: Yes
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Leave Entitlement: Yes
Contact Details:
Contact Person: HC Electricity
Telephone: 031 311 1301
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