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Job Summary

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Requirements and Expectations

Requirements

A National Diploma in Engineering or relevant engineering qualification. Six (6) years post qualification in technical engineering experience. 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 project management, technical design, and analysis. Knowledge and understanding of research and development. Knowledge and experience in computer-aided engineering applications. Knowledge of legal compliance and technical report writing. Good communication skills (both verbal and written) and conflict management and negotiation skills. Problem solving and analysis, decision making, teamwork, creativity, financial management, people management, customer focus, responsiveness, planning, and organizing.

Duties

Manage technical services and support in conjunction with engineers, technologists, and associates in the field, workshop, and technical office activities. Ensure the promotion of safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements. Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings, and procedures to incorporate new technology. Ensure quality assurance of technical designs with specifications and authorize/make recommendations for approval by the relevant authority. Manage administrative, human resource, and related functions. Provide inputs into the budgeting process, operational plan, procurement plan, and related matters. Compile and submit reports as required. Attend to risk and disaster management matters. Research and development through continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures. Provide mentorship and supervision of personnel. Research/literature studies on technical engineering technology to improve expertise. Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering-related matters. Must be prepared to work away from the office and travel extensively for extended periods of time.