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...
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Engineering Technologist Production Grade A – C Ref No: 200326/08
A Bachelor of Technology (BTech) Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Three (3) years post-qualification experience as an Engineering Technologist. Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineering Technologist (Pr Tech Eng – Mechanical). Experience in preparing and evaluating technical designs and drawings with specifications and making recommendations for approval by the relevant authority.
Experience in planning and providing technological and technical support to engineers.
Knowledge of contract administration, project management principles, and technical drawing and design.
Understanding of procurement processes within the public sector environment.
Sound financial planning and management skills. Knowledge of the National Water Act, Water Services Act, applicable environmental legislation, and the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
Understanding of standard forms of contract used for infrastructure projects and familiarity with feasibility study processes through to project implementation.
Competencies required include communication skills, conflict management, negotiation and dispute resolution skills, analytical thinking, planning and organising, and problem-solving.
Computer literacy (MS Office and MS Project).
Experience in design software such as Autodesk Inventor will be an added advantage.
Willingness to mentor and guide candidates towards professional registration.
Willingness to travel extensively and work away from the office for extended periods.
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