WESTERNCAPE DEPARTMENT OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT

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NOTE : Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co 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. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. 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 you may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

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CHIEF ENGINEER (CIVIL): PLANNING AND SUPPORT REF NO: LG 19/2022 
SALARY : Grade A: R1 058 469 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package), (OSD as prescribed). 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Civil Engineering degree (B Eng/ BSC (Eng) or relevant qualification; Must be registered with ECSA as a Professional Engineer; A minimum of six years post qualification experience required as a Registered Professional Engineer; A valid code B driving licence. Recommendation: Proven experience in the following: Water and sanitation infrastructure forward planning and design; Asset management; Drafting of tender documents; Contract Manage and Contract Law. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Programme and project management; Engineering design and analysis; Research and development; Legal compliance; Technical report writing; Creating high performance culture; Networking; Engineering and professional judgment. Skills in the following: Decision making; Team leadership; Analytical and creativity; Self-management; Financial management; Customer focus and responsiveness; Communication (written and verbal); Planning and organising; Proven computer literacy; Conflict management; People management; Negotiation, problem solving and analysis; Change management; Innovation. 
 
DUTIES : Long term infrastructure planning, Infrastructure financing, procurement, contract management, maintenance and operational, Directorate: Financial and People Management; Engineering design and analysis effectiveness; Maintain engineering operational effectiveness: Governance: Allocate, control, monitor and report on all resources. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Brand at Tel No: (021) 483 2856 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
CONTROL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST: MUNICIPAL INFRASTRUCTURE REF NO: LG 20/2022 
(12 Month Contract) 
SALARY : Grade A: R762 816 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package), (OSD as prescribed). 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Bachelor of Technology (B Tech) or relevant qualification; A minimum of six years post qualification experience; Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Technologist; A valid code B driving license. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Programme and project management; Computer application; Legal compliance; Financial systems; Disciplinary codes and procedures; Monitoring systems; Skills needed: Report writing; Creating a high performance culture; Networking; Written and verbal communication.
 
DUTIES : Manage technical service and support in conjunction with engineers, technologists and associates in the field, workshops and technical office activities; Manage administrative and related functions; Provide input into the budgeting process; Research and development; Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Brand at Tel No: (021) 483 2856 
 
 
 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: MUNICIPAL INFRASTRUCTURE REF NO: LG 17/2022 
(3 Contract Positions for 12 Months) 
SALARY : R744 255 per annum (Level 11), all-inclusive salary package 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/ B-Degree or higher) in Built Environment; A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Built Environment; 3 years management level experience. Recommendation: Infrastructure and/or Programme Management certificates. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Programme and Project Management; Engineering design and analysis and professional judgement; Computer applications; Legal compliance; Technical and general report writing; Monitoring systems; Managing contractors and consultants; Financial systems; Skills needed: Communication (written and verbal); Proven computer literacy in MS Office packages; Project Management; Professional judgement; Presentation and facilitation skills; Customer liaison; Networking; Financial Management; Negotiation. Ability to create a high performance culture. 
 
DUTIES : Project Management of the MIG Programme; Investigate service delivery complaints; Answer Parliamentary questions; Participate in IGR platforms; Assist with implementation of JDMA implementation plan; Conduct Infrastructure and Service delivery assessments/Diagnostics; Update Municipal Infrastructure Status report; Monitoring and evaluation of municipal performance; Participate in DLG grant implementation and compliance with TPAs; Participate in other programmes such as water and energy resilience and infrastructure financing mechanisms. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Brand at Tel No: (021) 483 2856