ENGINEER PRODUCTION: GRADE A TO C

PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: WESTERN CAPE
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS

In line with the Employment Equity Plan of the Department of Health it is our intention with this
advertisement to achieve equity in the workplace by promoting equal opportunities and fair treatment in
employment through the elimination of unfair discrimination.

NOTE : It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a
date, time and place as determined by the Department. Kindly note that excess
personnel will receive preference.

POST: ENGINEER PRODUCTION: GRADE A TO C
Directorate: Infrastructure Planning

SALARY : Grade A: R795 147 per annum
Grade B: R 894 042 per annum
Grade C: R1 020 087 per annum
(A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s
personal needs) (Salary within the range will depend on years of experience
in post and professional registration)

CENTRE : Head Office, Cape Town

REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: University degree in Civil Engineering (B
Eng/BSc and 3 years appropriate/recognisable post qualification engineering
experienced required. Registration with a professional council: Registration
with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional
Engineer. Experience: Grade A: At least 3 years appropriate/recognisable
experience after obtaining the relevant qualification e.g. BSc (Eng.). Grade B:
At least 14 years appropriate/recognisable experience after registration as a
Professional Engineer. Grade C: At least 26 years appropriate/recognisable
after registration as a Professional Engineer. Inherent requirements of the job:
Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license. Willingness to travel within the Western
Cape, and occasionally, nationally. Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Computer literacy (MS Office). A health-sciences related post-graduate
qualification will be beneficial. Experience in and understanding of the design
and construction of complex buildings and associated civil and structural
infrastructure. Proven experience with feasibility studies in terms of life cycle
costing of civil engineering elements, green building technologies, technical
specifications and commissioning principles for both Capital and Maintenance
projects. Understand how to interpret existing and develop new Functional and
Technical Norms and Standards. Knowledge of risk analysis and risk
mitigation strategies. Knowledge and experience in terms of fire regulations is
a recommendation. Experience in the preparation of reports, submissions and
presentations in English and sound interpersonal and good verbal and written
communication skills.

DUTIES : Development, interpretation and customisation of functional and technical
norms and standards. Investigate proposals for innovative service delivery
mechanisms and undertake feasibility studies. Compile briefing
documentation and specifications. Investigate civil engineering installations,
undertake design work and implement corrective measures, where necessary.
Oversee implementation (design and construction) and commissioning of civil
engineering installations. Assist in site investigations and preparation of User
Asset Management Plans. Research/literature studies to keep up with new
technologies and procedures including interaction with professional
Councils/Boards.

ENQUIRIES : Mr G Nevin, email: Graham.Nevin@westerncape.gov.za

APPLICATIONS : Applicants apply online: www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online
applications”)

NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.

CLOSING DATE : 24 November 2023