Engineering Technician Production: Civil/structural

In brief

**Overview** This role is for an Engineering Technician Production with a specialization in Civil/Structural engineering within the Gauteng Department Of Infrastructure Development, specifically in the Chief Directorate: Engineering Services. The position is based at the Head Office in Johannesburg. The salary offered ranges from R407,337 to R610,131 per annum, plus benefits, with the final offer dependent on recognized experience obtained after professional registration. **What you will do** The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting Engineers, Technologists, and associates in technical activities across field, workshop, and office settings. Key duties include promoting safety according to statutory and regulatory requirements, evaluating and updating technical manuals, standard drawings, and procedures to incorporate new technologies. The role involves producing technical designs with specifications for evaluation and approval, providing input into budgeting processes, compiling and submitting reports, and contributing to the technical/engineering operational plan. Further responsibilities include developing, implementing, and maintaining databases, supervising technical personnel and assets, engaging in continuous professional development, conducting research on engineering technology, and liaising with relevant engineering bodies/councils. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * National Diploma: Civil/Structural Engineering or a relevant qualification. * A minimum of 3 years of post-qualification technical experience. * Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineering Technician. * A valid driver’s licence. * **Competencies (Knowledge of):** * Public Service Act of 1994 * Public Service Regulations, 2016 * PFMA and Treasury Regulations * Provincial/Departmental SCM policies * Government Immovable Asset Management Act of 2007 * National Building Standards Act of 1977 and Regulations * Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1993 and Regulations * Health Act, Regulations and Guidelines * National Environmental Management Act of 1998 * Engineering design and analysis * Programme and project management * Computer-aided engineering applications * Legal compliance * Technical design and analysis * **Skills:** * Project management * Technical report writing * Communication * Computer * People management * Planning and organising * Change management * Creativity * Problem solving and analysis * Decision making * **Attributes:** * Teamwork * Customer focus and responsiveness **Who should apply** This role is suitable for individuals who hold a National Diploma in Civil/Structural Engineering or a related field, possess a minimum of three years of post-qualification technical experience, and are compulsorily registered with ECSA as a Professional Engineering Technician. Applicants must have a valid driver's license. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong knowledge of public service legislation, engineering design and analysis, and project management, alongside key skills in technical report writing, communication, computer proficiency, people management, planning, problem-solving, and decision-making. Essential attributes include teamwork and a customer-focused approach. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/gauteng-department-of-infrastructure-development-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-38-of-2026#spani-ref-refs-048656 Source: govpage

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• At least 3 years of experience.

• Project management
• Health and safety (OHS)
• Driver's licence

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