POST 10/47 : CHIEF ENGINEER: MECHANICAL (GRADE A) REF NO: 2025/02
(Re-advertisement for Ref No: 2024/71, PSVC 27 of 2024, Applicants who
previously applied are encouraged to re-apply)
SALARY : R1 200 426 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package), (Total package to
be structured in accordance with the rules of the OSD)
CENTRE : Cape Town Office Regional Office
REQUIREMENTS : An Engineering degree (B Eng/ BSC (Eng) or relevant qualification; 6
years post qualification experience as an Mechanical Engineer in the
Building Services Environment; compulsory registration with ECSA as
professional Engineer. Extensive knowledge of all Mechanical
engineering aspects of the building and construction environment; Public
Finance Management Act; Occupational Health and Safety Act; Supply
Chain Management; Contract Management. Ability to undertake critical
review/analysis and provide technical advice; Ability to maintain integrity
of confidential information; Financial administration; Effective verbal
communication; Advanced technical report writing, Numeracy; Computer
Literacy; Planning and Organising; Relationship management;
Programme and project management; Interpersonal and diplomacy skills;
Problem solving; Decision making; Motivational skills; Conflict resolution;
Negotiation skills. Analytical thinking; Innovative; Creative; Solution
orientated; Ability to work under stressful situations; Ability to
communicate at all levels; People oriented; Trustworthy; Assertive; Hardworking; Ability to work independently. Drivers’ license; Prepared to travel;
willing to adapt to working schedule in accordance with office
requirements.
DUTIES : Engineering design and analysis effectiveness; Perform final review and
approvals or audits on new engineering designs according to design
principles or theory; Co-ordinate design efforts and integration across
disciplines to ensure seamless integration with current technology;
Pioneering of new engineering practices and management methods.
Maintain engineering operational effectiveness; Manage the execution of
maintenance strategy through the provision of appropriate structures,
systems and resources; Set engineering maintenance standards,
specifications and service levels according to organizational objectives to
ensure optimum operational availability; Monitor maintenance efficiencies
according to organizational goals to direct or redirect engineering services
for the attainment of organizational objectives. Manage significant projects
risk according to sound risk management practice and organizational
requirements; Provide technical consulting services for the operation on
engineering related matters to minimize possible engineering risks;
Manage and implement knowledge sharing initiatives e.g. short-term
assignments and secondments within and across operations, in support
of individual development plans, operational requirements and return on
investment; Continuously monitor the exchange and protection of
information between operations and individuals to ensure effective
knowledge management according to departmental objectives. Financial
Management; Manage the operational maintenance & capital projects
portfolios for the operation to ensure effective resourcing according to
organizational needs and objectives; Facilitate the compilation of
innovation proposals to ensure validity and adherence to organizational
principles; People management; Manage the development, motivation
and utilization of human resources for the discipline to ensure competent
knowledge base for the continued success of engineering services
according to organizational needs and requirements; Manage
subordinates’ key performance areas by setting and monitoring
performance standards and taking actions to correct deviations to achieve
departmental objectives. Conduct quality control over the work of
consultants and contractors during the execution phase of projects. Assist
project managers in resolving technical disputes arising at different stages
of projects. Review and audit final consultants payments. Accept
responsibility for the development, implementation, review and regular
updating of standardised mechanical engineering practice manuals for the
Department. Undertake detail design, documentation and implementation
of minor in-house projects. Engage with client departments and
stakeholders on technical matters. Provide mentorship and supervision to
candidate engineers, technologists and technicians. Comply with
Engineering Services requirements to ensure uniform best practices
across the department.
ENQUIRIES : Ms. T. Kolele Tel No: (021) 402 2063
APPLICATIONS : Cape Town Regional Office Applications: The Regional Manager,
Department of Public Works, Private Bag X9027, Cape Town, 8000. Or
Hand Deliver at Ground floor, Customs House Building, Lower
Heerengracht Street, Cape Town. Or email to: RecruitCPT25-
01@dpw.gov.za
FOR ATTENTION : MS. C Rossouw
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