Engineer Production: Grade A to C (Civil/Structural) (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:
Permanent

Reference No:
HO146/2026

Location:
Directorate: Infrastructure Planning Head Office, Cape Town

REMUNERATION

Grade A: R 914 517 - R 975 582 per annum, Grade B: R 1 030 296 - R 1 109 925 per annum, Grade C: R 1 172 184 - R 1 376 199 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

STARTING DATE

04 Sep 2026

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

18 Sep 2026, 5:00 pm

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineer.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

An appropriate 4-year degree in Civil Engineering (B Eng/BSc.Eng) and three years post Qualification engineering experience required.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

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 and/or structural engineering installations, undertake design work and implement corrective measures, where necessary. Oversee implementation (design and construction) and commissioning of civil and/or structural 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

Ms T Crawford, email: [email protected]

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Valid (Code B/EB) driver's licence. Willingness to travel within the Western Cape, and occasionally, nationally.

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.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Computer literacy (MS Office). Appropriate experience in and understanding the design and construction of complex buildings and associated civil and/or structural infrastructure. Proven experience with feasibility studies in terms of life cycle costing of civil and/or structural 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. Experience in the preparation of reports, submissions and presentations in English and sound interpersonal and good verbal and written communication skills.

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and

bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.