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Requirements

A Bachelor of Technology (BTech) Degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Three (3) 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 – Mechanical).

Experience in preparing and evaluating technical designs and drawings with specifications and making recommendations for approval by the relevant authority.

Experience in planning and providing technological and technical support to engineers.

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

Understanding of procurement processes within the public sector environment.

Sound financial planning and management skills.

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.

Competencies required include communication skills, conflict management, negotiation and dispute resolution skills, analytical thinking, planning and organising, and problem-solving.

Computer literacy (MS Office and MS Project).

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

Willingness to mentor and guide candidates towards professional registration.

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

Duties

Provide advisory services and technical support to engineers.

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

Provide inputs into designs to ensure operational suitability and maintainability.

Optimise lifecycle 138 performance of mechanical equipment and improve design efficiency, reliability, and safety.

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

Ensure adherence to and promotion of occupational health and safety standards in line with statutory requirements.

Monitor and supervise the evaluation of technological designs and drawings.

Compile technical and financial reports and interface with relevant departmental divisions.

Contribute to solving broadly defined technological challenges using established engineering applications and procedures.

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

Manage administrative functions, contribute to operational planning, and support project implementation processes.

Liaise with relevant professional bodies and stakeholders.

Undertake continuous professional development to remain abreast of technological advancements.

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

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