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Job Summary

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Directorate

Salary

Center

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Requirements and Expectations

Requirements

An Engineering (B Eng./BSc Eng.) Degree or relevant qualification. Six (6) years post qualification experience. Compulsory registration with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a professional Engineer (Details of registration must be noted on the prescribed Z83 application form and CV). The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and MS Outlook). Understanding of the National Water Act, Water Services Act, National Environmental Management Act, Public Service Regulations Act and the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). Knowledge of contract, project and financial management. Knowledge and understanding of operation and maintenance for water services infrastructure. Good communication skills both (verbal and written). Ability to communicate in all sectors of the Department and other institutions. Must be able to work independently, be self-motivated and reliable.

Duties

Provide assistance in the design systems, structures and installation of water services related to infrastructure. Support the comprehensive planning in water services infrastructure. Manage multifaceted projects in the technical investigation, development and refurbishment of water services infrastructure. Provide assistance and support in administration. Inspect, test equipment, infrastructure systems and installations including the preparation of reports on the findings. Identify, review and comment on operation and maintenance plans of water services infrastructure in the Region. Compile, review and comment on contract documentation proposals, bill of quantities and tenders. Coordination of the water services planning in the Region. Manage financial allocations to projects and programs. Provide technical engineering support, guidance and give advice to personnel on various levels, consultants, contractors and water service authorities. Support functional arrears to arrange supply chain management, human resources management and financial needs. Provide mentoring and guidance to staff towards ECSA registration.