Engineering · Circular 31 of 2026

Control Engineering Technologist Grade a (ELECTRICAL)

Management Echlon

Overview

Control Engineering Technologist Grade a (ELECTRICAL) at Management Echlon in Worcester.

Requirements

  • A Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Electrical Engineering as recognised by SAQA.
  • A minimum of six (6) years’ post-qualification experience as an Engineering Technologist/Technician.
  • Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineering Technologist.
  • The disclosure of a valid code B unexpired driver’s license (except for people with disabilities).
  • Demonstrated experience in infrastructure condition assessment, maintenance planning, project management, design and analysis of electrical-related infrastructure, preparation of procurement documentation and site supervision of construction works.
  • Proven practical experience in mentoring and supervision of graduate candidate technicians and technologists and facilitating training and development.
  • Understanding ECSA professional mentorship requirements will be an added advantage.
  • Sound knowledge of contract administration and project management, with proven ability to interpret and review technical drawings and designs.
  • Understanding of public sector procurement processes and financial planning and management principles.
  • Knowledge of applicable legislation, including the National Water Act, Water Services Act, environmental legislation, and the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
  • Familiarity with standard forms of contract used in infrastructure projects.
  • Strong communication, conflict management, dispute resolution, and negotiation skills.
  • Proven ability in computer aided design software with special emphasis on ability to work with Autodesk Revit.
  • Problem solving and decision-making skills are essential as well as the ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Willingness to work outside normal working hours and to travel extensively throughout the Eastern and Western Cape Provinces.

Duties

  • Manage technical services in conjunction with engineers, technologists, technicians and maintenance personnel.
  • Ensure safety in terms of statutory and regulatory requirements.
  • Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology.
  • Ensure the quality of technical designs with specifications and authorise/make recommendations for approval by the relevant authority.
  • Manage projects in terms of best practice and policy requirements.
  • Undertake condition assessments of infrastructure and update the relevant databases and produce detailed reports on assessment results.
  • Prioritize infrastructure rehabilitation projects based on condition assessments.
  • Undertake analyses and designs of rehabilitation solutions.
  • Produce the necessary design reports, drawings and specifications.
  • Supervise rehabilitation work on site.
  • Manage, supervise and control technical and related personnel and assets.
  • Research studies on technical engineering technology to improve expertise, liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering related matters.
  • Mentor and supervise candidate technicians and technologists.
  • Lend support to strategic and business planning, financial management, human resource management and general office management of the section

How to apply

Enquiries: Mr. KM Mbanjwa Tel No: (041) 508 9720

Post 31/88, sourced from the DPSA Circular 31 of 2026. Apply directly to Management Echlon, quoting reference 110926/03 Branch: Infrastructure Management: Southern Operations Cd: Water Resources Infrastructure Operations and Maintenance Dir: Operations Southern. This is an unofficial index; the advert in the circular is authoritative.

Location
Worcester
Salary
R958 776 p/a
Closing date
See advert
Reference
110926/03 Branch: Infrastructure Management: Southern Operations Cd: Water Resources Infrastructure Operations and Maintenance Dir: Operations Southern
How to apply →

Apply directly to the department, by the closing date, quoting the reference.