Job Purpose The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has opportunities for three (3) suitably qualified and competent individuals to provide and manage technical advisory services and support by applying engineering principles and techniques to address engineering challenges through research.
Minimum Requirements Bachelor of Technology in Engineering (B Tech) or relevant qualification; A minimum of six years post qualification experience required; Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineering Technologist; A valid code B driving license. 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 Engineering design and analysis effectiveness: Perform final review and approvals or audits on new engineering designs according to design principles or theory; Maintain engineering operational effectiveness: Manage the execution of maintenance strategy through the provision of appropriate structures, systems and resources; Governance: Allocate, control, monitor and report on all resources; Financial Management: Ensure the availability and management of funds to meet the MTEF objectives within the engineering environment/services; People management: Manage the development, motivation and utilization of human resources for the discipline to ensure competent knowledge base for the continued success of engineering services according to organizational needs and requirements. Competencies Knowledge of the following:
Project Management; Technical design and analysis knowledge; Research and Development; Computer-aided engineering applications; Knowledge of legal compliance; Technical report writing; Technical consulting; Networking; Professional judgment; Process knowledge and skills; Maintenance skills and knowledge; Mobile equipment operating skills; Creating high performance culture; Communication (written and verbal) skills; People Management, Planning and organizing; Engineering and professional judgment; Strategic capability and leadership; Behavioral competencies: Problem solving and analysis; Decision making; Team leadership; Creativity; Financial management; Customer focus and responsiveness; Conflict management, negotiation and Change Management skills. Remuneration All-inclusive salary package of R 873 840 - Grade A (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 Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.
By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.
Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. For 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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