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Job Summary

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Requirements and Expectations

Requirements

A National Diploma in Civil Engineering or relevant qualification. Three (3) years of post-qualification technical engineering experience. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as an Engineering Technician (Civil stream). At least three (3) years of technical experience in water or civil engineering, preferably involving gauging structures, weirs, hydraulic structures, or construction supervision. Good knowledge of practical design standards, calibration procedures, and construction methods for hydraulic structures such as gauging weirs and small dams. Experience with hydraulic or hydrological data, measurements, and the use of related software or equipment. Understanding of dam safety, environmental requirements, and relevant legislation will be an advantage. Ability to manage technical information and maintain accurate data records.

Duties

Assist with the technical design, drafting, and analysis of new and existing gauging weirs and other hydraulic structures. Support onsite construction activities, including quality control, progress monitoring, and identifying and solving technical issues. Assist with the installation, maintenance, and calibration of flow-gauging equipment and sites. Contribute to the preparation, checking, and organization of technical reports. Provide technical support and advice to engineers, technologists, other directorates, and external stakeholders. Keep updated with developments in water engineering and dam safety practices. Liaise with hydrology teams at national and provincial levels. Assist in training and mentoring junior staff where required. Support activities related to flood hydrology, including collecting field data, preparing survey information, assisting with hydraulic modelling tasks when required, and supporting flood line determinations for planning or compliance purposes. Attend meetings and perform fieldwork across the country, which may include extensive travel and irregular working hours.