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A job opportunity

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape
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.
 
Chief Engineer: Grade A (Mechanical)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: HO10/2020
  Directorate: Infrastructure Planning
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Computer literacy (MS Office). Experience in and understanding of the design and construction of complex buildings. Proven experience with feasibility studies in terms of life cycle costing of mechanical 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. Sound interpersonal and good verbal and written communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Development, interpretation and customisation of functional and technical norms and standards related to mechanical elements. Investigate proposals for innovative service delivery mechanisms and undertake feasibility studies. Compile briefing documentation and specifications. Investigate mechanical engineering installations and equipment, undertake design work and implement corrective measures, where necessary. Oversee implementation (construction) and commissioning of mechanical engineering installations. Research/literature studies to keep up with new technologies and procedures including interaction with professional Councils/Boards.
 
Requirements
Engineering degree (B Eng/BSC (Eng) (Mechanical).
 
Enquiries:
Ms M van Leeuwen, tel. no. (021) 483-5084
 
Registration with a professional council:
Registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineer (Mechnical).
 
Experience:
Six years post qualification experience required after registration as a Professional Engineer (Mechnical).
 
Inherent requirement of the job:
Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Willingness to travel within the Western Cape, and occasionally, nationally.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
R 1 042 827 -R 1 192 365 per annum (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs) A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.
 
Starting Date:
1/31/2020 12:00:00 AM
 
NOTICE TO ALL
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.
  • 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. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
Closing date: 2/21/2020 12:00:00 AM
 
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