Engineering Technologist (Production Level) at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose

The Department of Transport and Public Works, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for three (3) suitably qualified and competent Engineering Technologists to provide technical advice and support by applying engineering principles and techniques to address engineering challenges for Road Systems. The successful incumbents will be required to deliver, oversee and assist in quality assurance of system, data gathering/ capturing and other system operational tasks for the provincial road network. These posts are stationed in Cape Town, CBD.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor of Technology in Engineering (B Tech) or relevant qualification
• A minimum of 3 years post qualification Engineering Technologist experience required
•  A valid code B driving licence
• Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineering Technologist Or have submitted with ECSA for professional registration as a professional technologist (Proof of payment to be submitted with application) and Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Engineering Technologist will then be applicable within 6 months from appointment.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

• Provide technological advisory services:-Support Engineers, Technicians and associates in field, workshop and office activities
•  Promote safety standards in line with statutory and regulatory requirements
• Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology
•  Solve broadly defined technological challenges through application of proven techniques and procedures
• Develop, maintain and manage current technologies; and Identify and optimize technical solutions by applying engineering principles
•  Perform administrative and related functions: Compile and submit monthly and quarterly reports
•  Provide inputs to the operational plan and Develop, implement and maintain databases
• Research and development: Keep up with new technologies and procedures
• Research/literature studies on technical engineering technology to improve expertise
• To liaise with relevant boards/councils on engineering-related matters.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Technical:

• Project management
• Technical design and analysis
• Research and development
• Computer-aided engineering applications
• Knowledge of legal compliance
• Technical report writing; Networking

Professional Judgment; Generic:

• Problem solving and analysis
• Decision making; Team leadership
• Creativity; Self-management
• Customer focus and responsiveness
• Communication skills
• Computer skills
• Planning and Organising
• People management.

Remuneration

Grade A: R 380 433 - R 410 112 per annum; Grade B: R 433 014 - R 466 482 per annum; Grade C: R 495 099 - R 583 209 per annum, (Salary will be determined based on post registration experience as per OSD prescript). 

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

Note: 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. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.