Professional Electrical Engineer (PRODUCTION Level)

Okubalulekile

Professional Electrical Engineer needed for production-level engineering design, project management and systems development within the Western Cape Department of Infrastructure.

Izidingo

• 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: Working 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.

Umsebenzi

• 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.

Indlela yokukhumbula

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

Imibuzo: Ms C Skillicorn Tel No: (021) 483 4605

Amanothi

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process. 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