Job Purpose

The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to provide expert Electrical Engineering services to ensure effective, efficient and economical solutions and standards that comply to legislation, regulations and standards.

Minimum Requirements

Engineering Degree (B Eng/ BSC (Eng) or relevant qualification in Electrical Engineering; A minimum of 6 years post qualification experience required as a registered Professional Engineer; Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineer; A valid driving license (Code B or higher).

Recommendation

Willingness to travel on a regular basis.

Key Performance Areas

Design and installation of electrical engineering works for Education Facilities in conjunction with other professional disciplines and consulting engineering firms: Design new systems to solve practical engineering challenges and improve efficiency and enhance safety; Co-ordinate tender procedures; Undertake project leading and investigations; Report on and plan the electrical and mechanical engineering works for both maintenance and capital projects; Supervise technical personnel ensure training and development of staff; Implement legal requirements and standards: Verify documentation compiled by other professional disciplines; Monitor and control expenditure and report on expenditure and service delivery; Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures. Design new systems to solve practical engineering challenges and improve efficiency and enhance safety: Plan, design, operate and maintain engineering projects; Develop cost effective solutions according to standards; Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology ; Ensure thorough evaluation that planning and design by others are done according to sound engineering principles and according to norms and standards and code of practice; Approve engineering works according to prescribed norms and standards. Human capital development: Ensure training and development of technicians, technologists and candidate engineers to promote skills/knowledge transfer and adherence to sound engineering principles and code of practice; Supervise the engineering work and processes; Administer performance management and development. Office administration and budget planning: Manage resources, prepare and consolidate inputs for the facilitation of resource utilization; Ensure adherence to regulations and procedures for procurement and personnel administration; Monitor and control expenditure; Report on expenditure and service delivery. Research and development: Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures; Research/literature studies on engineering technology to improve expertise; Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering-related matters.

Competencies

Knowledge and experience of the following: Electrical Engineering Services (Electrical reticulation, fire detection and protection, renewable energy, etc) systems; Relevant Built Environment especially regarding engineering design and analysis in the construction of Education Facilities; Computer support design of building and services; Programme and project management; Legal compliance and formulation of policies in a multi-disciplinary professional environment; Research and development skills; Contract documentation and administration, act/regulations of Occupation Health & Safety (OHS-Act), National Building Regulations, SANS Regulations and all relevant built environment legislation; Technical report writing skills; Good interpersonal relations, decision making, analytical, team leadership and financial management skills; Computer literacy (MS Office, Excel); Public sector procurement; Ability to work under pressure.

Remuneration

Grade A - All-inclusive salary package of R1 200 426 per annum (OSD as prescribed).
Note on remuneration: to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. 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 do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. 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 086 137 0214. 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.

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