Civil Engineering Technician (Production Level)

Western Cape Department of Health • Other • Stellenbosch Local Municipality, Western Cape, South Africa • $200 - $300 / year • 17h ago

Closing Date

2024/09/30

Reference Number

WCG240820-8

Tracking Number

AGR 46/2024

Job Title

Civil Engineering Technician (Production Level): Landcare, Ref No. AGR 46/2024

Department

Agriculture

Salary level

OSD

Enquiries

Mr R Roscher at (083) 675 1315

Job Type

Permanent

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Western Cape

Location - Town / City

Elsenburg

Job Purpose

The Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to provide technical services and support in sustainable resource management, operations and maintenance.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Civil Engineering; Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineering Technician; A minimum of 3 years relevant post qualification technical (engineering) experience.

Recommendation

A valid driving license (Code B or higher).

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; Skills needed: Problem solving and analysis; Decision making; Team work; Creativity; Customer focus and responsiveness; Written and verbal communication skills; Computer; People Management; Planning and organising; Change Management; Good analytical, problem solving, interpersonal and organisational; Self-motivated, Ability to work under pressure.

Remuneration

Grade A: R371 253 - Grade C: R556 080 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

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and 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 086 137 0214. 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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