Professional Electrical Engineer (PRODUCTION Level)

Overview

Professional electrical engineer needed by the Western Cape Department of Infrastructure to design and manage engineering projects, requiring ECSA registration and three years post-qualification experience.

Requirements

• An appropriate Electrical Engineering Degree [B Eng/BSc (Eng)] or relevant qualification;
• Three years post qualification engineering experience required;
• Compulsory registration with ECSA as a professional engineer;
• A valid code B driving licence.
• Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Programme and project management;
• Engineering design and analysis;
• Research and development;
• Computer-aided engineering applications;
• Knowledge of legal compliance and formulation of policies in a multi-disciplinary professional environment;
• Technical report writing;
• Creating high performance culture;
• Professional judgement;. Networking.
• Skills in the following: Decision making;
• Team leadership;
• Analytical skills;. Creativity;. Self-management;
• Financial management;
• Customer focus and responsiveness;. Communication;
• Computer literacy (MS Office);
• Planning and organising;
• Conflict management;
• Problem solving and analysis;
• People Management;
• Change Management;. Innovation;
• Willingness to travel on a regular basis;
• Experience of contract documentation and administration, act/regulations of Occupation Health & Safety (OHS-Act), National Building Regulations and all relevant built environment legislation; knowledge of public sector procurement;
• Ability to work under pressure.

Duties

• 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;
• Develop tender specifications;
• Ensure through evaluation that planning and design by others is done according to sound engineering principles and according to norms and standards and code of practice; and 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; and Administer performance management and development;
• Office administration and budget planning: Manage resources and prepare and consolidate inputs for the facilitation of resource utilisation;
• Ensure adherence to regulations and procedures for procurement and personnel administration;
• Monitor and control expenditure; and 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; and Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering-related matters.

How to apply

Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

Enquiries: Ms T Potgieter Tel No: (021) 483 4881

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. 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. OTHER POSTS