Engineering Technician (Production Level): Road System Development (5 posts available), Ref No. DOI 28/2025 at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has opportunities for five (5) suitably qualified and competent individuals to render technical services and assistance to the Sub-Directorate Road Programme Management, Transport Infrastructure. 

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma in Civil Engineering or relevant qualification; Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as an Engineering Technician; A minimum of 3 years relevant post qualification technical (Civil engineering) experience; A valid driving license (Code B or higher).

Recommendation    

• Working knowledge or experience in the condition assessments of surfaced and gravel roads; Efficient skills in report writing and presenting; Willing to travel to sites and work away from home; Efficient computer literacy and good working knowledge of MS Office suite.

Key Performance Areas    

• Render technical services in line with qualification; Assist engineers, technologists and associates in the field; Provide and consolidate inputs to the technical / engineering operational plan; 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; Compile and submit reports as required; Develop, implement and maintain system databases; Liaise with relevant stakeholders on engineering related matters. 

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Geotechnical and pavement design of roads; Road infrastructure material; Technical support service knowledge in respect of material quality control and management for road and bridge construction; Legal compliance; As-built and standard specifications; Ability to solve broadly defined technological challenges through application of proven techniques and procedures; Communication (written and verbal); Interpersonal skills; People Management; Planning and organising; Record keeping; Problem solving; Change management.