Job Description

Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a qualified and competent individual to perform and manage technical services and to render professoinal functions and duties in a service delivery environment. The successful candidate will manage and maintain all Provincial Road Network related proclamations and Road Location Plans.
Minimum Requirements
An appropriate National Diploma in Engineering or relevant qualification; A minimum of 6 years post qualification technical (Engineering) experience; Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as an Engineering Technician; A valid code B (or higher) driving license.
Recommendation
Public Sector experience/exposure; Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team;
Sound understanding of the road proclamation process and historic legislation that impacts the proclaimed road records; Experience in the research of road proclamation information and the
preparation of consolidated technical responses to queries; Applicable experience in transport infrastructure planning and design; Further studies or courses; Strategic leadership and thinking capabilities.
Key Performance Areas
Manage technical services: Manage technical services and support in conjunction with Engineers, Technologists and associates in field, workshop and technical office activities; Ensure the promotion of safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements; Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology; and Ensure quality assurance of technical designs with specifications and authorize/make recommendations for approval by the relevant authority. Manage administrative and related functions: Provide inputs into the budgeting process; Compile and submit reports as required; Provide and consolidate inputs to the technical/engineering operational plan; Ensure the development, implementation and maintenance databases; and Manage, supervise and control technical and related personnel and assets. Research and development: Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures; Research/literature studies on technical engineering technology to improve expertise; To liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering-related matters.
Competencies
Knowledge of the following: Project management; Technical design and analysis knowledge; Research and development; Computer-aided engineering applications; Knowledge of legal compliance;Technical report writing; Technical consulting; Skills in the following: Problem solving and analysis; Decision making; Team work; Creativity; Financial management; Customer focus and responsiveness; Communication; Computer skills; Planning and organising; People management.
Remuneration
Grade A: R 551 493 per annum (Salary will be determined based on post registration experience as per OSD prescript)
Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD) are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.
Notes
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to attend interviews and complete a practical assessment on a date and time as determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency test. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.
By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.
Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.