About the Role
The Department of Water and Sanitation is seeking a Control Engineering Technician Grade A to join its dedicated team in Kimberley. This pivotal role is essential in managing and monitoring civil engineering processes within government water schemes and water user associations. By ensuring the sustainable operation of these vital systems, you will contribute significantly to the community’s access to clean water, which is fundamental for health and wellbeing across South Africa.
The Control Engineering Technician will be based in Kimberley, a city rich in history and culture. This position not only involves technical expertise but also a commitment to ensuring compliance with safety regulations and standards. Your work will directly impact the quality of infrastructure that supports the region’s water supply, enhancing the lives of countless individuals, families, and businesses.
About the Department
The Department of Water and Sanitation is dedicated to ensuring sustainable water resources and improving water quality across South Africa. Its mission encompasses the management and development of water resources to benefit the public and promote socio-economic growth. Working in this department means being part of a team that plays a crucial role in safeguarding the country’s water resources for current and future generations.
What You’ll Do
- Oversee and manage civil engineering processes related to government water schemes.
- Conduct site inspections and meetings to monitor project implementation.
- Compile and submit progress reports on capital and operational projects.
- Assess infrastructure conditions to ensure compliance with relevant standards.
- Draft specifications for civil engineering projects and assist in contract management.
- Engage in research and development initiatives to optimize water infrastructure management.
- Provide technical support and advice to water user associations for sustainable operations.
What You’ll Need
- A National Diploma in Civil Engineering.
- Six years of post-qualification technical engineering experience.
- Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineering Technician.
- A valid unexpired driver’s license.
- Proven expertise in project and programme management.
- Strong technical design and analytical skills.
- Familiarity with computer-aided engineering applications and legal compliance.
- Excellent technical report writing and communication skills.
- Proficient in problem-solving, decision-making, and teamwork.
- Working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions below to submit your application.
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Requirements
A National Diploma in Civil Engineering.Six (6) years' post-qualification technical engineering experience in civil engineering.
Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineering Technician.
The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver's license.
Proven experience in project and programme management.
Sound technical design and analytical skills.
Knowledge of computer-aided engineering applications, legal compliance, and contract management.
Excellent technical report writing, problem-solving, decision-making, teamwork, creativity, and customer focus skills.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Computer literacy.
People management and budget management skills.
Working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 (Act 85 of 1993), and the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
Job Duties
Manage and monitor civil engineering processes within government water schemes and water user associations.Manage administrative and related functions.
Monitor the implementation of capital- and operationally funded projects through site inspections, site meetings, and the compilation and submission of progress reports.
Conduct condition assessments of infrastructure and ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations, including dam safety regulations.
Draft civil engineering project specifications and facilitate the implementation and contract management of civil engineering projects.
Conduct research and development initiatives to support the effective management and maintenance of water infrastructure.
Provide technical advice and support to ensure the sustainable operation of government water schemes and water user associations.
