Job Description

Closing Date

2026/01/26

Reference Number

WCG251127-1

Tracking Number

DOI 152/2024 R1

Job Title

Professional Engineer (Production Level): Road Programme Coordination (2 posts available), Ref no. DOI 152/2024 R1

Department

Department of Infrastructure

Salary level

OSD

Enquiries

Mr B Dlamini at 061 033 1978

Job Type

Permanent

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Western Cape

Location - Town / City

Cape Town, CBD

Job Purpose

The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has opportunities for two (2) suitably qualified and competent Professional Engineers to perform all aspects of varied innovative and complex engineering activities that result in progress in technology and engineering applications.

Minimum Requirements

Engineering Degree B Eng/ BSC (Eng)) or relevant qualification; A minimum of 3 years post qualification engineering experience required; Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer or have submitted with ECSA for professional registration as a Professional Engineer; A valid code B or higher driving licence.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Design new systems to solve practical engineering challenges and improve efficiency and enhance safety; Human capital development; Office administration and budget planning; Research and development;

Experience in the following will be advantageous:

Transport infrastructure, road construction and/or maintenance or the asset management processes of transport infrastructure; Various design stages for multidisciplinary Roads projects; Compiling/preparing tender document and the tender process; Supervising technical staff /teams; Data monitoring and analytics of projects in the various phases; Exposure of financial-, human resource-, supply chain-,contract-, management and scope monitoring during construction; Project management and report writing; Willingness to travel when required; Further studies or courses.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Programme and project management; Engineering design and analysis knowledge; Research and development; Computer-aided engineering applications; Legal compliance; Technical report writing; Creating high performance culture; Professional judgment; Networking; The following skills: Decision making; Team leadership; Analytical skills; Creativity; Self-management; Financial management; Customer focus and responsiveness; Written and verbal communication skills; Computer literacy; Planning and organising; Conflict management; Problem solving and analysis; People management; Change management; Innovation.

Remuneration

Grade A: R 879 342 - R 938 061 per annum; Grade B: R 990 669 - R 1 067 235 per annum; Grade C:R 1 127 100 - R 1 323 267 per annum

Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. 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 copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend the interview 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, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. You may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Otherwise, 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.