Engineering Technician (Production Level): Ref No. TPW 282/2022 at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose

The Department of Transport and Public Works, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for two (2) qualified individuals to provide technical services and support in engineering research, design, manufacturing, operations and maintenance. These posts are stationed in Cape Town, CBD.

Minimum Requirements

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma in Engineering or relevant qualification
• Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as an Engineering Technician Or have submitted with ECSA for professional registration as an Engineering Technician (Proof of payment to be submitted with application) and Compulsory registration with ECSA as an Engineering Technician will then be applicable within 6 months from appointment.
•  A minimum of 3 years relevant post qualification technical (engineering) experience.
• A valid code B driving licence.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

• Render technical services: Assist engineers, technologists and associates in field, workshop and technical office activities
• Promote safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements
•  Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology and produce technical designs with specifications and submit for evaluation and approval by the relevant authority
•  Perform administrative and related functions
• Provide input into the budgeting process as required
•  Compile and submit reports as required
• Provide and consolidate inputs to the technical/engineering operational plan
•  Develop, implement and maintain databases
•  Supervise and control technical and related personnel and assets

 Research and development:

• Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures
• Research/literature studies on technical engineering technology to improve expertise
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders on engineering related matters.

Competencies

• Project Management
•  Technical design and analysis knowledge
•  Research and development
• Computer-aided engineering applications
• Knowledge of legal compliance
• Technical report writing; Technical consulting
• Problem solving and analysis
•  Decision making
• Team work; Creativity
• Customer focus and responsiveness
•  Written and verbal communication skills
•  Computer skills
•  People Management
•  Planning and Organising
•  Change Management
•  Good analytical, problem solving, interpersonal and organisational skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
•  Computer literacy
• People management
•  Planning and organising skills
• Change management.

Remuneration

Grade A: R 326 031 - R 347 925 per annum; Grade B: R369 279- R 398 082 per annum; Grade C: R 420 318- R 495 099 per annum, (Salary will be determined based on post registration experience as per OSD prescribed)

Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD) are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co. will be accepted.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date

and time as determined by the department. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16:00. You may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Otherwise, all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert .