The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent Engineer to provide expert Civil and Structural engineering services to ensure effective, efficient and economical solutions and standards that comply to legislation, regulations and standards.
Minimum RequirementsAn appropriate Engineering Degree [B Eng/BSc (Eng)] or relevant qualification in Civil/Structural engineering; 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 and letter of acknowledgment from ECSA 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 driving licence.
RecommendationExperience of the following: Contract documentation and administration; Project management, formulation of policies in a multi-disciplinary professional environment..
Key Performance AreasManage service providers (PSPs, contractors, etc.), manage and review PSP outputs and project documentation to ensure compliance with norms and standards, built environment regulations and legislation; Monitor, control and report on project progress, project programme and project expenditure; Managing and processing of documents for approval, input to monthly progress reports, input to monthly cost reports, payment certificates and invoices, fee claims, EPWP documentation, etc. as per Education Infrastructure operational requirements; Office administration and budget planning; Manage resources and prepare and consolidate inputs for the facilitation of resource utilisation; Research and development; Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures.
CompetenciesKnowledge of the following: Technical: Programme and project mamagement; Engineering design and analysis; Research and development; Computer-aided engineering applications; Legal compliance and formulation of policies in a multi-disciplinary professional environment; Skills needed: Technical report writing, creating high performance culture, professional judgement, networking; Generic: Decision making; Team leadership; Analytical skills; Creativity; Self management; Financial management; Customer focus and responsiveness; Written and verbal communication skills; Proven computer literacy; Planning and organising skills; Conflict management; Problem solving and analysis; People management; Change management; Innovation; Act/regulations of Occupation Health and Safety (OHS-Act); National building regulations and all relevant built environment legislation; Public sector procurement; Ability to work under pressure.
RemunerationGrade A: R 833 499 – R 889 158 per annum; Grade B: R 939 024 – R 1 011 597 per annum; Grade C: R 1 068 342 – R 1 254 282 per annum (OSD as prescribed).Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. 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.
NotesShortlisted 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.By applying for this position, you are consenting to the WesternCapeGovernment 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 to16.00. 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.