Career Opportunities at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose

The Department of Transport and Public Works, Western Cape Government has an employment opportunity for a qualified and competent individual to perform and manage technical services and support in engineering

research, design, manufacturing, operations and maintenance. These posts are based in Cape Town, CBD.

Minimum Requirements

• An appropriate recognised National Diploma in Civil Engineering (or equivalent qualification)
•  A minimum of 6 years post qualification technical (Engineering) experience
• Compulsory registration as an Engineering Technician with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) Or has submitted with ECSA for Professional registration as a Professional Technician. (Proof of payment to be submitted with application) and compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Technician will then be applicable within 6 months from appointment
•  A Valid Driving license (code B).

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

• Manage technical services
• Manage technical services and support in conjunction with Engineers, Technologists and associates in field, workshop and technical office activities
• Manage administrative and related functions
• Provide inputs into the budgeting process
• Research and development; Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures.

Competencies

• Knowledge of the following: Technical design and analysis
•  Legal compliance; Computer-aided technical applications
•  Project Management
• Research and Development
•  People Management

Skills needed:

• Problem Solving
•  Customer Focus and responsiveness
• Planning and organising
•  Communication (written and verbal) and technical report writing
• Financial Management; Decision Making.

Remuneration

Grade A: R466 482 per annum (OSD). 

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.

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Job Purpose

The Department of Transport and Public Works, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for three (3) suitably qualified and competent Engineers to perform all aspects of varied innovative and complex engineering activities that result in progress in technology and engineering applications. These posts are based in Cape Town, CBD.

Minimum Requirements

• Engineering Degree (B Eng/ BSC (Eng)) or relevant qualification
• A minimum of 3 years post qualification engineering experience required
•  Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer Or have submitted with ECSA for Professional registration as a Professional Engineer. (Proof of payment to be submitted with application) and compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer will then be applicable within 6 months from appointment
• A valid code B or higher driving licence.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

• Design new systems to solve practical engineering challenges and improve efficiency and enhance safety; Human capital development; Office administration and budget planning; Research and development.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following:

• Programme and project management
•  Engineering design and analysis knowledge
• Research and development
•  Computer-aided engineering applications
•  Legal compliance; Technical report writing
•  Creating high performance culture
• Professional judgment; Networking
•  The following skills: Decision making
•  Team leadership; Analytical skills
• Creativity; Self-management
•  Financial management
•  Customer focus and responsiveness
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Computer literacy
• Planning and organising
• Conflict management
• Problem solving and analysis
• People management
• Change management; Innovation.

Remuneration

Grade A: R 750 696 - R 801 105 per annum; Grade B: R 846 429 - R 911 862 per annum; Grade C: R 967 809 - R 1 140 018 per annum (OSD as 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.

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Job Purpose

The Department of Transport and Public Works, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent Engineer to perform all aspects of varied innovative and complex engineering activities that result in progress in technology and engineering applications. This post is based in Cape Town, CBD.

Minimum Requirements

• Engineering Degree (B Eng/ BSC (Eng)) or relevant qualification
• A minimum of 3 years post qualification engineering experience required
•  Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer Or have submitted with ECSA for Professional registration as a Professional Engineer. (Proof of payment to be submitted with application) and compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer will then be applicable within 6 months from appointment
•  A valid code B or higher driving licence.

Recommendation

• B Eng/BSc in all Engineering fields will be considered with relevant work experience
•  Exposure of asset management principles, technical methods, financials, systems and techniques
•  Experience in the implementation of strategies and policies related to the management of road infrastructure
•  Exposure of human resource-, supply chain-, contract-, management
• Experience in financial motivation or project preparation for funding requirements
• Advance experience in the use of Microsoft Office, Asset Management systems, GIS and other software / databases programs HDM4, dTIMS, IQMS
• Willingness to travel when required
• Further studies or courses.

Key Performance Areas

Design new systems to solve practical engineering challenges and improve efficiency and enhance safety; Human capital development; Office administration and budget planning; Research and development.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Programme and project management; Engineering design and analysis knowledge; Research and development; Computer-aided engineering applications; Legal compliance; Technical report writing; Creating high performance culture; Professional judgment; Networking; The following skills: Decision making; Team leadership; Analytical skills; Creativity; Self-management; Financial management; Customer focus and responsiveness; Written and verbal communication skills; Computer literacy; Planning and organising; Conflict management; Problem solving and analysis; People management; Change management; Innovation; Strong leadership, interpersonal and teamwork skills; Ability to perform data interpretation and analysis to assist with road asset planning and management; Ability to communicate with a range of stakeholders; Ability to identify asset condition and formulate and implement an improvement plan for asset service delivery.

Remuneration

Grade A: R 750 696 - R 801 105 per annum; Grade B: R 846 429 - R 911 862 per annum; Grade C: R 967 809 - R 1 140 018 per annum (OSD as 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

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

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Job Purpose

The Department of Transport and Public Works, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent Engineer to perform all aspects of varied innovative and complex engineering activities that result in progress in technology and engineering applications. This post is based in Cape Town, CBD.

Minimum Requirements

• Engineering Degree (B Eng/ BSC (Eng)) or relevant qualification
• A minimum of 3 years post qualification engineering experience required
• Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer Or have submitted with ECSA for Professional registration as a Professional Engineer. (Proof of payment to be submitted with application) and compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer will then be applicable within 6 months from appointment
• A valid code B or higher driving licence.

Recommendation

Experience in the following:

• Transport infrastructure, road construction and/or maintenance or the asset management processes of transport infrastructure
• Various design stages for multidisciplinary Roads projects
• Compiling/preparing tender document and the tender process
• Supervising technical staff /teams
• Data monitoring and analytics of projects in the various phases; Exposure of financial-, human resource-, supply chain-,contract-, management and scope monitoring during construction
• Project management and report writing
• Willingness to travel when required; Further studies or courses.

Key Performance Areas

• Design new systems to solve practical engineering challenges and improve efficiency and enhance safety
• Human capital development
• Office administration and budget planning
• Research and development.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following:

• Programme and project management
• Engineering design and analysis knowledge
• Research and development
•  Computer-aided engineering applications
•  Legal compliance
•  Technical report writing
• Creating high performance culture
• Professional judgment; Networking
•  The following skills: Decision making
• Team leadership
• Analytical skills; Creativity
•  Self-management
• Financial management
• Customer focus and responsiveness
•  Written and verbal communication skills
•  Computer literacy
•  Planning and organising
• Conflict management
•  Problem solving and analysis
•  People management
• Change management; Innovation.

Remuneration

Grade A: R 750 696 - R 801 105 per annum; Grade B: R 846 429 - R 911 862 per annum; Grade C: R 967 809 - R 1 140 018 per annum (OSD as 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

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

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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.

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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 .

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Job Purpose

The Department of Community Safety, Western Cape Government has opportunities for two (2) suitably qualified and competent individuals to assist with the implementation of safety and security tactical interventions to build departmental resilience in providing safety and security solutions and compilation of safety and risk assessments. These posts are stationed in Cape Town.

Minimum Requirements

• An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher)
• A minimum of 3 years relevant supervisory level experience.

Recommendation

Working knowledge of Security Risk Management and ISO standards (ISO 31:000:2018 Risk management, ISO 22301:2018 BCM). 

Key Performance Areas

• Ensure optimal operational functioning within the sub-directorate
•  Develop security solutions to mitigate risks for relevant departments
•  Coordinate and investigate breaches and mitigate recurrences within department
• Coordinate and facilitate information and personnel security within departments
•  Develop and conduct safety and security awareness programmes
•  Conduct safety and security risk assessments and analyse risk
•  Attend security meetings with client departments. 

Competencies

Knowledge of the following:

• Safety and security related legislation, standards and regulations (understanding and interpretation)
•  Safety and security management and risk management processes.

Skills needed:

• Applied strategic/creative thinking; Analytical
• Problem solving and decision making
•  Repot writing; Conflict resolution
• Computer literacy (MS office package: Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
•  Communication( Written and verbal). Ability to work independently and as part of team.

Remuneration

R 393 711 per annum (Salary level 9).

Note on remuneration: Employees' service benefits or obligations (13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) 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 and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency test. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

Should you experience difficulties with your onlineapplication, kindly note that technical support (challenges withonline 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 on or before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.