uThukela District (X1 Post)
Kwazulu-Natal Department Of Agriculture And Rural Development
- Minimum qualification
- Diploma
- Closing date
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In brief
**Overview** This document details the role of an Engineering Technician for the Kwazulu-Natal Department Of Agriculture And Rural Development, specifically for a post in the uThukela District (X1 Post). This position (Ref No: NSC12/2026) is part of a broader recruitment drive which also includes similar posts in uMzinyathi, uMkhanyakude, and Zululand Districts, all sharing the same requirements and duties. The role involves rendering technical services and assistance in the implementation of agricultural and rural development projects. **What you will do** Key responsibilities include: * Render technical services to the District. * Provide technical assistance in the implementation of projects. * Provide advice and guidance. * Research and development. * Perform administrative and related functions. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Qualification:** An NQF level 06 National Diploma in Agricultural Engineering or Civil Engineering. * **Registration:** Compulsory registration with ECSA as an Engineering Technician. * **License:** A valid driver’s license. * **Experience:** 3 years’ post qualification technical (engineering) experience. * **Knowledge:** Legal compliance, Engineering norms and standards, technical design and analysis, computer-aided engineering applications. * **Skills:** * **Technical skills:** Project management, technical design and analysis, research and development, computer-aided engineering applications, technical report writing and technical consulting. * **Generic skills:** Problem solving and analysis, decision making, teamwork, creativity, customer focus and responsiveness, communication, computer, people management, planning and organising and change management. **Who should apply** This role is suitable for an individual holding an NQF level 06 National Diploma in Agricultural or Civil Engineering, with a mandatory ECSA registration as an Engineering Technician. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of post-qualification technical engineering experience, possessing strong knowledge in legal compliance, engineering norms, technical design, and computer-aided applications. Essential skills include project management, technical design and analysis, research, technical reporting, and consulting, complemented by generic skills such as problem-solving, teamwork, communication, and planning. A valid driver's license is also required. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/kwazulu-natal-department-of-agriculture-and-rural-development-vacancies-dpsa-circular-37-of-2026#spani-ref-nsc12-2026 Source: govpage
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