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Requirements

An Engineering Degree (BEng/BSc (Eng) in Mechanical Engineering.

Three (3) years post qualification relevant engineering experience is required.

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

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

Sound knowledge of integrated water resource management and water resource protection.

Understanding of programme and project management principles.

Knowledge of engineering design and analysis, including pumps and pump stations, dam outlet works, mechanical structural designs, and water resources infrastructure 135 operations.

Knowledge of research and development methodologies and computer-aided engineering applications.

Understanding of legal compliance, technical report writing, and application of professional judgement.

Competencies required include decision-making, analytical thinking, team leadership, financial and people management, conflict management, customer focus, planning and organising, change management, innovation, and problem-solving.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including report writing and presentation skills.

Sound interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively within multi-disciplinary teams.

Proven liaison and networking capability, particularly within a cooperative governance and stakeholder engagement environment.

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

Duties

Design and develop new mechanical systems to address practical engineering challenges, improve efficiency, enhance reliability, and promote safety.

Evaluate and update existing technical manuals, standard drawings, and procedures to incorporate new technologies and best practices.

Approve and supervise engineering works in accordance with prescribed norms and standards.

Develop tender specifications and contribute to procurement processes.

Provide training and mentorship to technicians, technologists, and candidate engineers to promote skills transfer and adherence to sound engineering principles and codes of practice.

Provide office administration support and contribute to budget planning processes.

Conduct research and literature studies to enhance engineering expertise and promote innovation.

Render mechanical engineering support to Operations and Maintenance units, including fault finding, breakdown investigations, and performance optimisation.

Develop and maintain Asset Management strategies and systems to optimise the lifecycle of mechanical infrastructure.

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

Manage CAPEX programmes relating to refurbishment, rehabilitation, upgrades, and emergency works.

Oversee and coordinate all aspects of infrastructure project implementation, including technical, environmental, contractual, financial, risk, and social components.

Ensure compliance with applicable technical standards, legal requirements, approved budgets, and project timeframes during implementation of water resource infrastructure projects.

Coordinate and manage contracts with service providers to ensure effective delivery.

Promote transformation, knowledge sharing, innovation, and a high-performance culture within the Department.

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