The Department of Water and Sanitation is the custodian of South Africa's water resources. It is primarily responsible for the formulation and implementation of policy governing this sector.
While striving to ensure that all South Africans gain access to clean water and dignified sanitation, the department also promotes effective and efficient water resou...
Read more about this company
An engineering degree (B. Eng./B.Sc. Eng.) in civil engineering.
Three (3) years of post-qualification engineering experience in water and civil engineering related to gauging structure/weir design, construction management, and safety of hydraulic structures are required for a registered professional engineer.
Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a professional engineer.
Duties
Perform engineering design and analysis work related to new and existing gauging weirs within the Directorate, ensuring appropriate, efficient, and cost-effective design solutions in accordance with national and international standards. Conduct quality control, construction monitoring, and on-site problem-solving during project implementation.
Assist with the establishment and improvement of flow-gauging sites, including direct and indirect hydraulic calibration and verification of flow-measurement systems. Review, audit, and quality-assure engineering reports produced within the section. Provide professional technical advice and engineering support to internal directorates and external stakeholders.
Keep up-to-date with developments in dam safety, water engineering, hydraulic modeling, flow measurement technologies, and applicable legislation, and contribute to the development or refinement of engineering policies and standards. Participate in inter-directorate engagements and maintain close liaison with hydrological teams at national and provincial levels.
Support and perform activities related to high flood line determinations and spillway calibrations. Mentor and train junior engineers, engineering technologists, and technicians. Attend site visits and meetings and undertake work across the country, which may involve extensive travel and irregular or extended working hours.
Gmail
Yahoomail