Lecturer: Civil Engineering at Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering with specialisation in Structural Engineering or equivalent, relevant to the Civil Engineering programme.
• At least 2 years’ relevant teaching experience in higher education and/or 2 years’ industrial experience in the Civil Engineering industry.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Deliver high‑quality lecturing in Civil Engineering subjects.
• Develop, contribute and generate new knowledge through research outputs.
• Supervise and mentor students.
• Develop innovative teaching, learning and assessment materials.
• Contribute to curriculum and programme development.
• Promote community participation, linkages, outreach and industry liaison.
• Support assessment and academic development activities.
• Perform and assist with academic administrative duties.
• Ensure and participate in quality assurance practices within the Department.

Competencies

• Proven ability to deliver structured, high‑quality lectures.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Strong digital literacy, including proficiency in MS Office, with sound organisational and time‑management skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional and academic development.
• Effective communication and academic presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound academic judgement.
• Knowledge of continuous evaluation and integrated assessment methods.
• Strong student‑centred approach to teaching and learning.
• Ability to adapt to evolving academic and institutional needs.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective engagement in an academic environment.
• Competence in coaching and mentoring students.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team.

General Information

Closing Date: 19 July 2026