Control Engineering Technician Grade A needed at Department of Water and Sanitation

Job Summary

Post: Control engineering technician grade A

• Salary: R551 493 per annum (OSD)
• Centre: Kimberley

Requirements and Expectations

Requirements:

• A National Diploma in Civil Engineering.
• Six (6) years post-qualification technical engineering experience.
• Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as an engineering technician.
• A valid and unexpired driver’s licence.
• Knowledge of technical design and analysis of hydrological and/or water resource infrastructure.
• Knowledge of hydrological data management.
• Understanding of research and development principles.
• Knowledge and experience in computer-aided engineering applications.
• Knowledge of legal compliance and project management.
• Strong technical report writing and communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Excellent conflict management, negotiation, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team, with creativity, customer focus, responsiveness, and sound people and financial management skills.
• Must be prepared to work away from the office and travel extensively for extended periods of time.

Duties

• Manage technical services and support in conjunction with engineers, technologists, and associates in field, workshop, and technical hydrological activities.
• Ensure the promotion of safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings, and procedures to incorporate new technologies.
• Ensure quality control and integrity of hydrological time-series data.
• Manage the registration and maintenance of hydrological data on Hydstra.
• Oversee the maintenance and operation of surface water gauging sites, including control surveys, streamflow gauging, and calibration.
• Monitor real-time data of gauging sites and perform site evaluations and instrumentation monitoring.
• Manage administrative, human resource, and related technical functions.
• Provide inputs into the budgeting process, operational plans, and procurement plans.
• Compile and submit technical and administrative reports as required.
• Attend to risk and disaster management matters related to hydrological infrastructure.
• Engage in research and development through continuous professional development to stay updated on new technologies and procedures.
• Provide mentorship, training, and supervision of technical personnel.
• Conduct research and literature studies to enhance technical engineering expertise.
• Liaise with relevant professional bodies and councils on engineering-related matters.

Application closing date: 14 November 2025, 4:30 PM