Engineer Production Grade A – C

In brief

**Overview** This document outlines the details for an Engineer Production Grade A – C position (Ref No: 301026/14) within the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS). The role is based in Mmabatho, specifically within the Water and Sanitation Services Management: NW, Provincial Operations: Northwest branch. The position offers an all-inclusive OSD salary package ranging from R914,517 to R1,376,199 per annum, with the final offer dependent on the candidate's years of experience. **What you will do** * Support Water Services Authorities to prepare, review and update Water Services Development Plans (WSDPs), water services master plans, five-year reliability plans and aligned Integrated Development Plan inputs. * Assess current and future service needs, backlogs, demand, water balances, infrastructure capacity, condition and performance, and supply risks; evaluate planning and operational scenarios. * Identify, prioritise and package projects; quality-assure scoping and feasibility studies, business plans, engineering reports, designs, cost estimates, programmes, risk registers and implementation-readiness information. * Provide engineering and project-management support to MIG, WSIG, RBIG and other funding processes. * Conduct site inspections and technical investigations; verify geo-referenced project and infrastructure information. * Support the Comprehensive Infrastructure Plan, water conservation and water demand management, Free Basic Services, Municipal Priority Action Plan, Municipal Strategic Self-Assessment and sector reporting. * Coordinate planning inputs with municipalities, sector departments, departmental programmes and service providers. * Prepare reports and Annual Performance Plan inputs. * Promote compliance, value for money, safety and environmental responsibility. * Mentor Candidate Engineers, graduate interns and engineering technicians. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * An Engineering degree (B Eng/BSc (Eng) in Civil Engineering. * Three (3) years’ relevant post-qualification engineering experience in civil and water engineering. * Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineer. * The disclosure of a valid, unexpired driver’s licence is required, as site visits and travel form part of the duties. * Sound knowledge and experience in municipal water services planning; Water Services Development Plans (WSDPs), water services master plans and five-year reliability plans; water demand, balances, backlogs, infrastructure capacity, performance and risk assessments; feasibility studies, business plans, project identification, prioritisation, packaging and implementation readiness. * Working knowledge of the Water Services Act, National Water Act, Municipal Systems Act and applicable environmental, public-finance, supply-chain and engineering prescripts. * Competence in programme, project, contract, risk and financial management; technical report-writing; stakeholder coordination; and Microsoft Office. * Experience with GIS, hydraulic modelling and engineering design software will be an advantage. * Strong analytical, problem-solving, planning, presentation, facilitation and communication skills. * Sound professional judgement, teamwork, client orientation, accountability and ethical conduct. **Who should apply** This role is suitable for a professionally registered Civil Engineer with a B Eng/BSc (Eng) degree and at least three years of post-qualification experience in civil and water engineering. The ideal candidate will possess a valid driver's license and have a sound understanding of municipal water services planning, relevant legislation, and project lifecycle management. They should be competent in various management areas, technical reporting, and stakeholder coordination, with proficiency in Microsoft Office. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential, alongside professional judgment, teamwork, and ethical conduct. Experience with GIS, hydraulic modelling, and engineering design software is an advantage. The candidate should be prepared to support Water Services Authorities, assess needs, manage projects, conduct site inspections, and mentor junior engineers and technicians. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-water-and-sanitation-dws-vacancies-dpsa-circular-37-of-2026#spani-ref-301026-14 Source: govpage

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