Job Description

Closing Date

2025/03/24

Reference Number

WCG250218-2

Tracking Number

DOI 20/2025

Job Title

Electrical Engineering Technician (Production level): Engineering Services (Health Infrastructure) - 2 posts available, Ref No. DOI 20/2025

Department

Department of Infrastructure

Salary level

OSD

Enquiries

Ms J Thomas at (021) 483-2004/ (083) 488 5875

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 individuals to render technical services and support in engineering research, design, manufacturing, operations and maintenance.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma in Electrical Engineering or relevant qualification; Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as an Engineering Technician; A minimum of 3 years relevant post qualification technical (Engineering) experience; A valid code B driving licence.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Render technical services; Assist Engineers, Technologists and associates in field, workshop, and technical office activities; Promote safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements; Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology and review and or produce technical designs with specifications and submit for evaluation and approval by the relevant authority; Perform administrative and related functions; Provide input into the budgeting process as required; Compile and submit reports as required; Provide and consolidate inputs to the technical/engineering operational plan; Develop, implement and maintain databases and 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 and liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering related matters.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Technical: Project Management knowledge and experience: Technical design and analysis knowledge; Research and development; Computer-aided engineering; AutoCAD drawing; Knowledge of legal compliance; Technical report writing; Technical consulting; Generic: Problem solving and analysis; Decision making; Team work; Creativity; Customer focus and responsiveness; Communication; Computer skills; People Management; Planning and Organising; Change Management; Good analytical, interpersonal and organisational skills; Good verbal and written communication skills; Computer literacy (MS Project, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Remuneration

Grade A: R 371 253 - R 396 522 per annum; Grade B: R419 325- R 449 079 per annum; Grade C: R 472 812- R 556 080 per annum, (Salary will be determined based on post registration experience as per OSD prescribed)

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 on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. 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.