Control Engineering Technician (Mechanical Grade A): Engineering Services-Health, Ref No. DOI 141/2024 at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a qualified individual to manage all aspects of the sub-programme for management and implementation of capital and maintenance of Health Infrastructure projects for a defined region set in line with the Western Cape Government values.

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or relevant qualification; Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA); A minimum of 6 years relevant post qualification technical (mechanical engineering) experience; A valid code B driving licence.

Recommendation    

• None.

Key Performance Areas    

• Manage technical services and support in conjunction with Engineers, Technologists and associates in field, workshop and technical office activities, Ensure the promotion of safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements, Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology; and Ensure quality assurance of technical designs with specifications and authorise/make recommendations for approval by the relevant authority; Perform administrative and related functions: Provide inputs into the budgeting process, Compile and submit reports as required; Research and development: Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures, Research/literature studies on technical engineering technology to improve expertise; and to liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering-related matters.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Project management; Technical design and analysis; Research and development; Computer-aided engineering; AutoCAD drawing; Knowledge of Legal compliance; Technical report writing; Technical consulting.
• Skills needed: Problem solving and analysis; Decision making; Team work; Creativity; Customer focus and responsiveness; Written and verbal communication skills; Proven computer literacy; People management; Planning and organising; Change management; Good analytical, interpersonal and organisational skills.