WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SETTLEMENTS VACANCIES

WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SETTLEMENTS 
 
APPLICATIONS: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co.za
 
CLOSING DATE : 15 October 2018 
 
NOTE: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time as determined by the department. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. Kindly note that technical support is only available from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16.00 should you experience any difficulties with your online application, contact the Helpline: 0861 370 202 
 
 

 
 
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CANDIDATE ENGINEER: PROFESSIONAL AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES REF NO: HS 2018-41 
(2 Contract Positions for 3-Years) 
SALARY: All-inclusive salary package of R585 366 per annum (OSD as prescribed) 
CENTRE: Human Settlements, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Civil Engineering degree (B Eng/BSC (Eng)) or relevant qualification; Registration with ECSA as a Candidate Engineer is compulsory upon appointment; A valid code B driving licence. Recommendations: None. Competencies: Knowledge of Engineering design and analysis ; Knowledge of legal compliance; Good communication (written and verbal) writing skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; Good computer literacy skills in MS Office packages, Internet, Intranet and other relevant engineering software packages; Project management skills; Research and development skills; Technical report writing skills; Analytical skills; Planning and organising skills; Proven problem and analysis skills; Ability to work within specific time frames; Work effectively both as part of a team and independently; Interpret relevant engineering legislation/policies/prescripts, standards and procedures and draft complex technical reports, memorandums and submissions. 
 
DUTIES: Design new systems to solve practical engineering problems (challenges) and improve efficiency and safety: Planning designing, operating and maintenance of engineering projects; Development of cost effective solutions according to standards; Evaluation of existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology; Promote safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements; Office Administration: Prepare inputs for the facilitation of resource utilisation; Adhere to regulations and procedures for Supply Chain Management (SCM) and People Management administration; Report on service delivery; Research and Development: Keep up with new technologies and procedures; Research/literature studies on engineering technology to improve expertise; Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering-related matters; Follow approved programme of development for registration purposes. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr GI de Villiers at (021) 483 8145 
 

 
REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor of Technology in Civil Engineering (B Tech) or relevant qualification; Registration with ECSA as a Candidate Engineering Technologist is compulsory upon appointment; A valid code B driving licence. Recommendations: None. Competencies: Technical design and analysis knowledge; Knowledge of legal compliance; Knowledge of computer-aided engineering applications; Good communication (written and verbal) writing skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; Good computer literacy skills in MS Office packages, Internet, Intranet and other relevant engineering software packages; Project management skills; Research and development skills; Technical report writing skills; Analytical skills; Planning and organising skills; Proven problem and analysis skills; Ability to work within specific time frames, work effectively both as part of a team and independently, interpret relevant engineering legislation/policies/prescripts, standards and procedures and draft complex technical reports, memorandums and submissions. 
 
DUTIES: Support Technologists and associates in field, workshop and office activities; Adhere to safety standards in line with statutory and regulatory requirements; Provide inputs into existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures; Provide technical assistance to solve broadly defined technological challenges through application of proven techniques and procedures; Provide inputs into the development, maintenance and management of current technologies; Support the identification and optimization of solutions by applying engineering principles; Compile and submit reports as required; Provide inputs to the technical/engineering operational plan; Develop, implement and maintain databases; Keep up with new technologies and procedures; Research/literature studies on technical engineering technology to improve expertise; Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering-related matters; Follow approved programme of development for registration purposes. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr GI de Villiers at (021) 483 8145