control engineering technologist (civil): grade a - b, Ref No. HS (HSP&P) 03/01/2026

Apply for CONTROL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST (CIVIL): GRADE A - B at department of department of co-operative governance, human settlements and traditional affairs. Closing date 2026-02-13.

Job Summary

Department: department of co-operative governance, human settlements and traditional affairs

Directorate: human settlements programmes and projects

Reference: HS (HSP&P) 03/01/2026

Closing Date: 2026-02-13

Salary: R 921,900 - R 1,650,906

No Of Vacancy: 0

Province: northern cape

Centre: Provincial Office: Kimberley (Larry Moleko Louw Building)

Requirements

  • A Bachelor of Technology in Civil Engineering (B Tech) or relevant Engineering qualification.
  • Six (6) years post qualification Engineering Technologist experience required.
  • A valid driver's licence is a pre-requisite.
  • Compulsory registration with ECSA as an Engineering Technologist.
  • Extensive experience in various fields of civil engineering which includes but not limited to: geotechnical investigations and designs; water engineering (design and construction of: bulk water services, connector infrastructures, reticulation systems, water reservoirs, wastewater and water treatment works), sewer lines, oxidation ponds, water treatment plant; transport engineering (design and construction: of roads and pavements) and construction materials.
  • Exposure to the four main contracts used in the civil engineering industry (GCC, FIDIC, JBCC & NEC).
  • Good understanding of the CIDB standard for uniformity and the standard professional services contract.
  • Project management.
  • Technical design and analysis knowledge.
  • Research and Development.
  • Computer-aided engineering applications.
  • Knowledge of legal compliance.
  • Technical report writing.
  • Technical consulting.
  • Networking professional judgment.
  • Problem solving and analysis.
  • Decision making.
  • Team leadership.
  • Creativity.
  • Change management.
  • Financial management.
  • Customer focus and responsiveness.
  • Skills: Communication skills and computer Skills.
  • Planning and organizing.
  • People management skills.

Duties

  • Manage technological advisory services.
  • Plan technological support to Engineers and associate professionals in the field.
  • Ensure the adherence and promotion of safety standards in line with statutory and regulatory requirements.
  • Solve broadly defined technological challenges through application of proven techniques and procedures.
  • Manage drafting of civil engineering projects technical specification and evaluation of professional 126 service providers' and contractors' bids in terms of project specification, scope of works, general condition of contract, bill of quantities, EPWP requirements and Occupational Health and Safety Act.
  • Manage review and acceptance of the professional service provider's concept and detailed designs.
  • Conduct technical inspections and integrity surveys on various civil engineering assets.
  • Manage and ensure that appointed consultants produce quality of work within their professional scope and responsibility.
  • Ensure that contractors timeously receive all relevant specifications and details to construct.
  • Adjudicate all applications of variation orders and extensions of time and make recommendations to the approving authority within the Department.
  • Process all interim monthly payments as per the conditions of contract and in line with Government's commitment to pay invoices timeously.
  • Prepare and submit project information to be filed to the Head of Directorate Secure all required funding for the projects through internal set processes.
  • Ensure that project information is filed appropriately for easy access during audit.
  • Cultivate a culture of good working relationships with fellow colleagues within the Department.
  • Provide expert advice to the Department.
  • Resolve technical disputes arising at different stages of projects.
  • Review and audit final professional civil engineering accounts.
  • Accept responsibility for the development, implementation, review and regular updating of standardised civil engineering practice manuals for the Department.
  • Undertake detail design, documentation and implementation of infrastructure projects.
  • Compile project monthly and quarterly progress reports.
  • Evaluate and monitor existing technical manuals, standard drawing and procedures to incorporate new technologies.
  • Ensure quality assurance of technical designs with specifications and make recommendations for approval by the relevant authority.
  • Identify and optimize technical solutions by applying engineering principles.
  • Provide inputs into the budgeting process.
  • Manage administrative, human resources and related functions.
  • Compile and submit reports as required.
  • Manage and supervise technological and related personnel assets.
  • Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures.
  • Research/literature studies on engineering technology to improve expertise.
  • Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering related matters.
  • Provide mentorship and supervision to candidate engineering technologist and engineering technologists.

Notes

  • Applications must be submitted on the new prescribed application form Z83 obtainable from any Public Service Department or any Public Service Administration website.
  • The fully completed and signed Z83 should be accompanied by a detailed/comprehensive Curriculum Vitae, indicating positions held, dates and key performance responsibilities.
  • Only short-listed candidates will be required to submit certified copies of their qualifications and relevant documents on or before the day of the interview proceedings following communication from the Human Resource Management Recruitment and Selection Unit.
  • Failure to submit the requested documents or information will result in your application not being considered.
  • The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of the Department.
  • It is the Department's intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s) with a candidate whose transfer / promotion / appointment will promote representavity in line with the numerical targets as contained in our Employment Equity Plan.
  • If you have not been contacted within eight (8) weeks after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
  • Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, qualification verification and employment verification).
  • All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, 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.
  • Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test.
  • The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the above post.
  • The successful candidate will be expected 127 to sign a performance agreement.
  • The Department of Health is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer.
  • The request for certified documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates.
  • The Human Resource Administration of the Department will inform shortlisted candidate for a post to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview.
  • Should an applicant wish to apply for more than one post, separate applications must be submitted for all posts.
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Salary Detail

Remunaration

R921900 - R1650906 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package OSD)

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

Ms. F. Fredericks Tel No: (053) 830 9529 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representivity in all levels of all occupational categories in the Department. CLOSING DATE: 13 February 2026 NOTE:

Reference No:

HS (HSP&P) 03/01/2026

Application Process

Follow these steps to ensure your application is not disqualified:

  • Step 1: Download the New Z83 Form (2021) below.
  • Step 2: In 'Section A', quote Reference Number: HS (HSP&P) 03/01/2026
  • Step 3: Ensure you sign and date the form on the last page.
  • Step 4: Click 'Submit Application' to send your Z83 and CV to the department.

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