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Requirements

A National Diploma in Civil Engineering.

Six (6) years’ post qualification in technical Engineering.

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

The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.

Knowledge of technical design and analysis of water and sanitation services infrastructure development.

Understanding of research and development.

Knowledge and experience in Computer-aided engineering applications.

Knowledge of legal compliance and Project management.

Technical report writing.

Good communication skills both (verbal and written), conflict management and negotiation skills.

Problem solving and analysis, decision making, teamwork, creativity, financial management, people management, customer focus, responsiveness, planning and organizing.

Must be prepared to work away from the office and travel extensively for extended periods of time.

Duties

Provide technical support in the appraisal and assessment of technical reports, designs, and business plans for Water Services Infrastructure Grant (WSIG) projects.

Monitor and evaluate the implementation of water and sanitation infrastructure projects to ensure alignment with approved scope, technical standards, targets, and deliverables.

Conduct project site visits and technical inspections to verify progress, quality of work, and compliance with approved designs and specifications.

Review and analyse engineering designs, technical reports, and feasibility studies to ensure compliance with applicable standards, policies, and legislation.

Support the management and monitoring of grant funding and ensure that project expenditure is aligned with the requirements of the Division of Revenue Act (DoRA) and other applicable financial frameworks.

Facilitate and coordinate compliance reporting by municipalities and implementing agents and consolidate technical reports for submission to management.

Provide technical advice and support to municipalities and implementing agents on water and sanitation infrastructure development and maintenance.

Maintain proper record keeping and filing of technical documentation, project reports, approvals, and correspondence related to infrastructure projects.

Support the planning, implementation, and monitoring of water services infrastructure programmes to ensure sustainable service delivery

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