Job Description

The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to provide expert mechanical engineering services for the Directorate Programme/ Project Infrastructure Delivery: General within Chief Directorate: General Infrastructure.
Minimum RequirementsAn appropriate Mechanical Engineering Degree [B Eng/BSc (Eng)] or relevant qualification; Three years post qualification engineering experience required; Compulsory registration with ECSA as a professional engineer; A valid code B driving licence.
Recommendation None.
Key Performance AreasPlanning for success (Initiative, planning and execution); Serving proudly together (Communications, management of human resources and quality of work); Financial sustainability and accountability (Acceptance of responsibility and management of financial resources); Knowledge management for effective service delivery (Technical skills).
CompetenciesContract documentation and administration; Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act and regulations; National Building Regulations and all relevant built environment legislation; Decision-making and team leadership; Financial Management; Programme and Project Management; Built environment especially regarding mechanical engineering design and analysis in the construction of office and general buildings and facilities; Computer supported design of buildings and services; Design of different mechanical systems, including but not limited to, HVAC, wet services and fire engineering; Knowledge of legal compliance and formulation of policies in a multi-disciplinary professional environment; Problem-solving and analysis; Knowledge of procurement processes; Proven computer literacy (MS Office, MS Project, Revit, AutoCAD, engineering applications); Written and verbal communication skills; People Management skills; Technical report writing skills; Leadership, communication, organising and teamwork; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Conflict management; Able to work in a team.
RemunerationGrade A: R 833 499 - R 889 158 per annum; Grade B: R 939 024 - R 1 011 597 per annum; Grade C: R 1 068 342- R1 254 282 per annum (OSD as 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 orcollective agreements.
NotesNote: 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 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. Kindly note that this is a re-advertisement, applicants who previously applied must re-apply.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 on or before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

Western Cape Government