Department of Water and Sanitation
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The Department of Water and Sanitation is the custodian of South Africa’s water resources. It is primarily responsible for the formulation and implementation of policy governing this sector.
While striving to ensure that all South Africans gain access to clean water and dignified sanitation, the department also promotes effective and efficient water resou…
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Control Engineering Technologist Grade A ( REF NO: 260424/03)
Job Type Full Time
Qualification Bachelors
Experience 6 years
Location North West
City Rustenburg
Job Field Engineering / Technical 
REQUIREMENTS :
A Bachelor of Technology in Engineering (B-Tech) or relevant Engineering qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
Six (6) years post qualification technologist experience. Compulsory registration with Engineering Council of South African (ECSA) as a Professional Engineering Technologist.
The disclosure of a valid drivers license.
Knowledge and Experience of Works Management and SAP PM will be advantageous. Knowledge of Operations and Maintenance management (O&M), project management, contracts management and procurement processes (SCM).
Knowledge of legal compliance and technical report writing. Good communication skills both (verbal and written), conflict management and negotiation skills.
Problem solving and analysis, decision making, teamwork, creativity, financial management, people management, customer focus, responsiveness, planning and organizing.
DUTIES :
Work in the cluster office technical services sub directorate as one of the technical leaders that supports Area Offices.
Manage Water Infrastructure O&M work streams with technical support from a team of Engineers, Technologist, Technicians, Artisans and Associates in the field.
Ensure the promotion of safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements. Lead work streams that involve evaluation of existing technical manuals, standard drawings, and procedures to incorporate new technology.
Manage execution of CAPEX projects through Term Contractors.
Ensure quality assurance of technical designs with specifications and authorize, make recommendations for approval by the relevant authority.
Manage administrative activities, human resources and related functions.
Financial Management and provide inputs into the budgeting process, operational plan, procurement plan and related matters.
Compile and submit reports as required. Participate in cluster-performance enabling committees such as OHS Committee, Disposal committee, BID committees, security forums, MANCO and as per operations need. Attend to Risk and Disaster Management matters.
Research and development through continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures.
Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering related matters. Must be prepared to work away from the office and travel extensively across the Area office footprint, Cluster office footprint and nationally for Chief Directorate’s business calls.
Provide mentorship and supervision of personnel. Research / literature studies and technical engineering technology to improve expertise.
This is one of the Senior Technical roles in the cluster therefore, the candidate is required to have good leadership skills and will be expected to mentor the junior technical personnel.
ENQUIRIES : Mr Itumeleng Mmutloane Tel No: (012) 200 9000
Method of Application
Applications: Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 form (Public Service application form) obtainable from any Public Service department and must be completed in full. Only a comprehensive CV should be attached to your application form. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies not older than 6 months of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview. Please send a separate and complete application for each post you apply for, stating the correct reference number for each position you are interested in. Faxed and e-mailed applications will not be accepted. Candidates must comply with the minimum appointment requirements. Requirement for valid driver’s licence is not applicable to applicants with a disability. CV’s should be aligned to reflect one’s degree of compliance with the advert requirements and responsibilities.
Indicate the reference number and position you are applying for on your application form (Z83) and post your complete application to the address as indicated below
Pretoria: Please forward your applicant quoting the relevant reference number to
The Department of Water and Sanitation, Private Bag X350, Pretoria, 0001 or hand deliver to Delta Continental Building, Corner of Visagie and Bosman Street, Pretoria, 0001. For Attention: Planning, Recruitment and Selection Unit
Western Cape: Please forward your applicant quoting the relevant reference number to:
The Provincial Head: Western Cape, Department of Water and Sanitation, Private Bag X16, Sanlamhof, 7532 or hand deliver to Sigma Building, 3 Blanckenberg Road, Bellville. FOR ATTENTION : Mr V Mzimba
North West: Please forward your applicant quoting the relevant reference number to:
The Department of Water and Sanitation, P/Bag X352, Hartbeespoort,0216 or hand deliver to the Dept of Water and Sanitation, Old Rustenburg Road, 8 Forrel street, Hartbeespoort, 0216. FOR ATTENTION : HR Unit
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