mechanical engineer grade a, Ref No. PS03/2026/03

Apply for mechanical engineer grade a at department of department of education. Closing date 2026-05-12.

Job Summary

Department: department of education

Directorate: physical resource planning and property management

Province: free state

Reference: PS03/2026/03

Closing Date: 2026-05-12

Salary: R914,517 - R975,582

No Of Vacancy: 1

Salary Level: 11

Centre: Bloemfontein: Head Office


Minimum Qualification

University Degree in Engineering (NQF Level 7)

Experience Required

3 years post-qualification in Mechanical Engineering and Infrastructure Planning

Required Competencies & Skills

  • Advanced knowledge of mechanical design principles and engineering codes of practice
  • Proficiency in Infrastructure Delivery Management Systems (IDMS)
  • Ability to conduct technical audits and feasibility studies
  • Expert report writing and professional communication skills
  • Knowledge of legal frameworks and policy standards within the South African education sector
  • Strategic problem-solving and analytical engineering capabilities.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience
  • Must be registered with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineer (Mechanical).

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Develop and customize functional and technical mechanical engineering norms and standards for educational facilities
  • Monitor infrastructure projects to ensure compliance with approved engineering principles, codes of practice, and national standards
  • Conduct feasibility studies and investigate innovative service delivery mechanisms for mechanical installations
  • Prepare comprehensive technical specifications, briefing documentation, and mechanical design data sheets
  • Undertake investigations of mechanical equipment and installations, implementing corrective measures where necessary
  • Provide expert technical advice and professional engineering reports, including life cycle cost analysis and infrastructure assessments
  • Oversee the construction, implementation, and commissioning phases of mechanical engineering maintenance and new projects
  • Perform continuous research on new technologies and legal frameworks to update the Department's infrastructure planning framework.

Salary Detail

Remunaration

R914517 - R975582 per annum, (all-inclusive annual salary package) of which 30% may be structured according to the individual's needs. The department will determine the salary notch based on years' experience post professional registration.

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

Mr Moeti Tel No: (051) 404 9292

Reference No:

PS03/2026/03

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: PS03/2026/03
  • 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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