Ops Specialist : Ancillary & Compliance

Telkom; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company is looking for an Ops Specialist to ensure statutory compliance and safety for network power installations. The role involves conducting audits, training staff, and maintaining safety standards. Ideal candidates should have a technical diploma or be an established Electrician with substantial experience in regulatory compliance. This position is based in KwaZulu-Natal, Durban.

Qualifications

• Must pass examination on the Act held by the Commission of Examiners.
• Certification as an engineer is required.
• Must be qualified as an Electrician and pass relevant training.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance and safety of network power installations.
• Conduct audits and site inspections.
• Certify staff competence for electrical work.

Skills

Electrical compliance

Safety inspections

Training and certification

Education

NQF 6: 3 year Diploma in Engineering

NQF 4: Grade 12 and relevant modular training

Tools

Network Power Systems

Electrical infrastructure

Job description

Job title : Ops Specialist : Ancillary & Compliance

Job Location : KwaZulu-Natal, Durban Deadline : August 24, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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Core Description

• The incumbent is responsible to ensure Statutory and Legal compliance and safety of Network power installations in the Telkom ICT network and will be appoited by the Chief Executive Officer as "Competent Person Supervisor of Machinery" in terms of General Machinery Regulation 2 (7).

Job Responsibilities

OUTPUT 1

• Provided Support to Ancillary Services Group (Regional SPOC)

SUB-OUTPUTS

• Liaise with Regional sections
• Conduct special investigations and report
• Assist regions to reach statutory compliance
• Ensure regional staff are aware of safety requirements
• Certify staff competent to perform specific work
• Conduct knowledge reviews / Safety inspections
• Update Master-Plan and site records
• Assist in project QA, hand-over ad operational readiness
• Perform regional duties required by the corporate division

RANGE

• Network Power Systems
• Electrical infrastructure and distribution systems
• Emergency Power Systems
• Statutory and safety requirements

SANS 10142-1 requirements

• Electrical Certificate of Compliance
• Lighting and emergency lighting
• Earthing, Lighting and Surge Protection systems
• AC, UPS and EPS systems
• Heating, Ventilation and Cooling

OUTPUT 2

• Ensured Safety and Legal Compliance [GMR 2 (7)]

SUB-OUTPUTS

• Ensure staff are competent and sufficiently training to perform work
• Ensure relevant documentation, M&P's and safety standards are available
• Ensure relevant documentation, M&P's & safety standards are implemented
• Compile and distribute relevant awareness documents
• Perform Health and safety knowledge reviews
• Provide / present feedback to management

RANGE

• Electrical Certificate of Compliance
• Lighting and emergency lighting
• Earthing, Lighting and Surge Protection systems
• Network Power Systems
• Batteries
• Electrical infrastructure and distribution systems
• Statutory and safety requirements

SANS 10142-1 requirements

OUTPUT 3

• Conducted Audits [GMR 2(7)]

SUB-OUTPUTS

• Receive notification and investigate problem
• Site Inspections and routine safety audits
• Perform special investigations and compile reports
• Perform incident investigations and compile report
• Maintain database of incidents and non-compliance
• Provide / present feedback to management
• Take remedial action to prevent re-occurrence of incidents

RANGE

• Network Power Systems
• AC, UPS and EPS systems
• Heating, Ventilation and cooling
• Electrical infrastructure and distribution systems
• Emergency Power Systems
• Statutory and safety requirements

SANS 10142-1 requirements

• Electrical Certificate of Compliance
• Lighting and emergency lighting
• Earthing, Lighting and Surge Protection systems

OUTPUT 4

• Corrected Non-Compliant and Unsafe Installations [GMR 2(7)]

SUB-OUTPUTS

• Report unsafe installations / safety risks. Take appropriate action.
• Maintain database and prioritise non-compliant installations
• Input into Ancillary Master-plan to upgrade non-compliant sites.
• Take corrective actions to remove safety risks from network
• Manage acceptable safety risks
• Update records

RANGE

• Electrical Certificate of Compliance
• Lighting and emergency lighting
• Earthing, Lighting and Surge Protection systems
• Network Power Systems
• AC, UPS and EPS systems
• Heating, Ventilation and cooling
• Electrical infrastructure and distribution systems
• Emergency Power Systems
• Statutory and safety requirements
• SANS 10142-1 requirements

Core Competencies

FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE

• Business Trends; Telkom / ICT Ancillary Services; Ancillary Services Technology & Products; Occupational Health & Safety Act, No 85; SANS 10142-1

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS

ATTITUDES / LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

• Performance Driven; Integrity; Holistic; Customer Focus; Team Player; Flexible

Certifications

• Electrical Certificate Phase 1 - 2

Education

• NQF 6 : 3 year Diploma / National Diploma in Engineering
• OR NQF 4 : Grade 12 and relevant modular training

Experience

• OR 7 years experience

Additional Information

Qualifications and Experience :

• Has passed the examination on the Act and the regulations made there under, held by the Commission of Examiners in terms of regulation E5 (2) of the regulations published under Government Notice R929 of 28June 1963.
• Is a Certified engineer in terms of regulation E5 (2) of the regulations published under Government Notice R929 of 28 June 1963.
• Has successfully completed the trade and is qualified as an Electrician.