Engineering Technician (Production Level): Road System Development at Western Cape Department of 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).

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;
• The following will be advantageous: 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.