Chief Engineer Grade A(311025/02)
Job Overview
- Position Title: Chief Engineer Grade A
- Reference Number: 311025/02
- Branch: Infrastructure Management – Central Operations
- Directorate: Operations Central
- Centre: Bloemfontein
- Salary: R1 266 450 – R1 446 921 per annum (All-inclusive OSD salary package)
- Appointment Level: Minimum notch of salary range; higher notch may be considered as per Public Service Regulations, 2016.
Job Purpose
To manage and oversee the operations, maintenance, and improvement of water resource infrastructure within the Central Operations Directorate. The role focuses on ensuring efficient and sustainable service delivery through sound engineering management, planning, and leadership. The incumbent will also be responsible for financial control, human resource development, and stakeholder relations within the area office.
Minimum Requirements
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Qualification: Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) / Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSc Eng) or equivalent qualification.
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Experience: At least six (6) years post-qualification engineering experience.
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Professional Registration: Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineer.
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Driver’s Licence: A valid and unexpired driver’s licence.
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
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Programme and Project Management
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Engineering Design and Analysis
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Research and Development understanding
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Proficiency in Computer-Aided Engineering Applications
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Technical Consulting and Professional Engineering Judgment
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Strong Verbal and Written Communication Skills
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Leadership and Decision-Making Abilities
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Planning, Organising, and Negotiation Skills
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Conflict and Change Management
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Financial Management and Budgeting Skills
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People Management and Team Development
Key Responsibilities
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Manage the Area Office under the Central Operations Directorate.
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Implement and monitor Water Resource Infrastructure Operations.
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Develop and implement short-, medium-, and long-term plans to ensure uninterrupted service delivery.
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Enforce dam safety standards and maintain emergency preparedness plans.
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Oversee maintenance, betterment, and operational plans for infrastructure and related facilities.
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Provide strategic leadership and direction in the management of financial and corporate resources within the Cluster Office.
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Prepare, manage, and control the Area Office budget in line with departmental policies.
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Manage state-owned land and facilities related to water resource infrastructure.
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Conduct monitoring, evaluation, and reporting on Cluster Office performance.
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Drive staff development, ensuring technical and managerial capacity building.
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Promote and maintain effective stakeholder engagement and ensure customer-focused service delivery related to water resources.
Additional Information
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Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a practical test as part of the selection process.
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The position requires extensive leadership, engineering, and project management expertise within the public sector environment.
Enquiries
Contact Person: Mr. N. Buthelezi
Telephone: (012) 741 7302
Application Method
All applications must be submitted online via the official Department of Water and Sanitation e-Recruitment portal:
https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/