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Requirements

A Bachelor of Technology (BTech) Degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant qualification recognised by SAQA.

Six (6) years post-qualification experience as an Engineering Technologist.

Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineering Technologist (Pr Tech Eng).

The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s licence (except for persons with disabilities).

Experience in providing technological advisory services, including evaluation and quality assurance of technical designs and drawings with specifications, and making recommendations for approval by the relevant authority.

Experience in planning and providing technological support to engineers.

Practical experience in mentoring graduate interns and training of technical personnel.

Understanding of ECSA professional mentorship requirements will be an added advantage.

Knowledge of contract administration, project management, and technical drawing and design principles.

Understanding of procurement processes within the public sector environment.

Sound financial planning and management capability.

Knowledge of the National Water Act, Water Services Act, applicable environmental legislation, and the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).

Understanding of standard forms of contract used for infrastructure projects and familiarity with feasibility study processes through to project implementation.

Strong communication, negotiation, conflict management, and dispute resolution skills.

Computer literacy, including MS Office and MS Project.

Experience in design software such as Autodesk Inventor will be an added advantage.

Willingness to mentor candidates towards professional registration.

Willingness to travel extensively and work away from the office for extended periods.

Duties

Provide and manage technological advisory services and technical support to engineers.

Render mechanical engineering support to Operations and Maintenance units, including fault finding and breakdown analysis.

Provide input into mechanical designs to ensure operational suitability and maintainability.

Optimise lifecycle performance of mechanical equipment and 134 improve design efficiency, reliability, and safety.

Conduct regular inspections and condition assessments of mechanical equipment and machinery.

Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety standards and statutory requirements.

Monitor and supervise the evaluation of technological designs and drawings.

Contribute to feasibility studies and support project implementation processes.

Assist in the compilation and structuring of tender documentation in line with Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) Best Practice Guidelines.

Manage contract administration processes and provide technical and financial reporting.

Supervise and manage technological personnel and related resources.

Mentor graduate interns and register as an ECSA mentor where applicable.

Liaise with relevant professional bodies, departmental divisions, stakeholders, and implementing agents.

Solve broadly defined technological challenges using established engineering applications, techniques, and procedures.

Promote transformation, knowledge sharing, innovation, and a culture of high performance.

Ensure continuous professional development to remain abreast of new technologies and industry practices.

How to apply

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