Job Description

Closing Date

2025/03/24

Reference Number

WCG250217-2

Tracking Number

DOI 24/2025

Job Title

Senior Architectural Technologist (Production): Education Infrastructure (2 posts available), Ref No. DOI 24/2025

Department

Department of Infrastructure

Salary level

OSD

Enquiries

Mr D Nugent at (021) 483 8084

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 assist in design and execute the architect's conceptual designs.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor of Technology in Architecture (B.Tech) or relevant qualification as recognised by the South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP); A minimum of three years post qualification Senior Architectural Technologist experience; Compulsory registration with SACAP as a Senior Architectural Technologist; A valid code B (or higher) driving license.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Provide technological advisory services: Support Architects and associates in site surveying, preparing measured drawings of existing buildings, collecting of practical information relating to the proposed project and prepare presentation drawings and models of the design; Perform administrative and related functions: Compile and submit monthly and quarterly reports; Research and development: Keep up with new technologies and procedures.

Competencies

Knowledge and experience in the following: Project management; Architectural planning; Research and development; Computer-aided architectural applications; Legal compliance; Technical report writing; Networking; Professional judgement; Skills needed: Problem solving and analysis; Decision making; Team leadership; Creativity; Self-management; Customer focus and responsiveness; Written and verbal communication; People management; Planning and organising; Change management; Good analytical, problem solving, interpersonal and organisational; Proven computer literacy (MS Office).

Remuneration

Grade A: R 429 930- R 462 084 per annum; Grade B: R 486 543 - R 522 741 per annum; Grade C: R 556 080 - R 654 252 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 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 complete a practical assessment and 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.

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.