professional mechanical engineer (production level): education infrastructure, Ref No. DOI 24/2026

Apply for professional mechanical engineer (production level): education infrastructure at department of department of infrastructure. Closing date 2026-03-23.

Job Summary

Department: department of infrastructure

Directorate: education infrastructure

Province: western cape

Reference: DOI 24/2026

Closing Date: 2026-03-23

Salary: R879,342 - R938,061

No Of Vacancy: 1

Salary Level: 11

Centre: Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government.

Minimum Qualification

Mechanical Engineering Degree [B Eng/BSc (Eng)] or relevant qualification (NQF 7/8)

Experience Required

3 years post-professional registration in Mechanical Engineering / Public Infrastructure

Required Competencies & Skills

  • Engineering design and analysis
  • Knowledge of legal compliance and policy formulation in multi-disciplinary environments
  • Public sector procurement expertise
  • Financial management and expenditure control
  • Strategic people management and change management
  • Professional judgement and networking
  • Advanced problem solving and analytical skills
  • High-level technical report writing

Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years post-qualification engineering experience
  • Compulsory professional registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer (Pr.Eng)
  • Experience in Programme and Project Management
  • Proven experience in computer-aided engineering applications

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Design and develop new mechanical systems to solve practical engineering challenges and enhance safety
  • Evaluate existing technical manuals and standard drawings to incorporate emerging technologies
  • Develop comprehensive tender specifications and ensure planning by third parties aligns with engineering norms
  • Provide mentorship and human capital development for technicians, technologists, and candidate engineers
  • Manage office administration, budget planning, and procurement compliance
  • Conduct research and literature studies to maintain continuous professional development and improve expertise

Salary Detail

Remunaration

  • Grade A: R879342 - R938061 PER ANNUM.
  • Grade B: R990669 - R1067235 PER ANNUM.
  • Grade C: R1127100 - R1323267 PER ANNUM (SALARY WILL BE DETERMINED BASED ON POST REGISTRATION EXPERIENCE AS PER OSD PRESCRIPT)..

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

Ms T Potgieter at Tel No: (021) 483 4881

Reference No:

DOI 24/2026

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: DOI 24/2026
  • 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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Frequently Asked Questions

The salary grade is determined by the total number of years of verifiable experience post-professional registration with ECSA, as per the OSD (Occupational Specific Dispensation) prescripts for Engineers.
Yes, compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineer is a non-negotiable requirement for this Production Level post. Candidate Engineers will not be considered for this specific grade.
Shortlisted candidates will face a technical assessment designed to test practical engineering design, analysis capabilities, and knowledge of South African infrastructure norms and standards relevant to educational facilities.

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