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ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGIST (PRODUCTION): ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES

Department of Infrastructure · western cape

Salary band

R 717 846

Closing date

7 September 2026

Reference

DOI 69/2026

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About this role

Department

Department of Infrastructure

Location

Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government.

Salary

Grade A: R471 720 - Grade C: R717 846 per annum, (Salary will be determined based on post registration experience as per OSD prescript)

Requirements

Bachelor of Technology in Architecture (B. Tech) or relevant qualification; Three years post qualification Senior Architectural Technologist experience required; Compulsory registration with SACAP as a Senior Architectural Technologist; A valid driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Technical: Project management; Architectural planning; Research and development; Computer-aided architectural applications; Knowledge of legal compliance; Technical report writing; Networking; Professional judgement. Generic: Problem solving and analysis; Decision making; Team leadership; Creativity; Self-management; Customer focus and responsiveness; Communication; Computer skills; Planning and organising; People management.

Duties

Provide technological advisory services: Support Architects and associates in site surveying, preparing measured drawings of existing buildings, collecting of practical information relating to the proposed project and prepare presentation drawings and models of the design; Detail design, landscape design and preparation of working drawings that will serve as legal instructions to the building contractor and in the process supervise building to ensure that the building is built according to the working drawings and other legal documents; Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology; Solve broadly defined technological challenges through application of proven techniques and procedures; Develop, maintain and manage current technologies; and Identify and optimize technical solutions by applying architectural principles; Perform administrative and related functions: Compile and submit monthly and quarterly reports; Provide inputs to the operational plan; and Develop, implement and maintain databases; Research and development: Keep up with new technologies and procedures; 255 Research/literature studies on technical architectural technology to improve expertise and liaise with relevant boards/councils on architectural-related matters.

Enquiries

Ms E van den berg Tel No: (021) 483 9972

Closing Date

2026-09-07T23:59:00+02:00

About IT and technology roles in South Africa

Information technology skills are among the most in-demand in the South African job market. Cape Town has established itself as a significant technology hub, while Johannesburg and Pretoria host the majority of corporate IT teams. The public sector is also a major employer of IT professionals, with posts in systems administration, network management, and software development regularly advertised through DPSA and government departments. Remote work is more common in technology than in any other South African sector.

·List all relevant certifications on your CV including Microsoft, AWS, Cisco, and CompTIA credentials with their expiry dates.
·Government IT roles at senior level often require SITA (State Information Technology Agency) familiarity and knowledge of the Government IT Infrastructure Framework.
·Technology recruiters in South Africa frequently screen via GitHub profiles and portfolios. Include links to your work.
·Remote technology roles advertised through South African platforms often pay in rands but compete with international salary benchmarks for scarce skills.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Department of Infrastructure in western cape. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

  • ·Bachelor of Technology in Architecture (B
  • ·Tech) or relevant qualification
  • ·Three years post qualification Senior Architectural Technologist experience required
  • ·Compulsory registration with SACAP as a Senior Architectural Technologist
  • ·A valid driving licence
  • ·Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Technical: Project management
  • ·Architectural planning
  • ·Research and development
  • ·Computer-aided architectural applications
  • ·Knowledge of legal compliance

Key Duties

  • ·Provide technological advisory services: Support Architects and associates in site surveying, preparing measured drawings of existing buildings, collecting of practical information relating to the proposed project and prepare presentation drawings and models of the design
  • ·Detail design, landscape design and preparation of working drawings that will serve as legal instructions to the building contractor and in the process supervise building to ensure that the building is built according to the working drawings and other legal documents
  • ·Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology
  • ·Solve broadly defined technological challenges through application of proven techniques and procedures
  • ·Develop, maintain and manage current technologies
  • ·and Identify and optimize technical solutions by applying architectural principles
  • ·Perform administrative and related functions: Compile and submit monthly and quarterly reports
  • ·Provide inputs to the operational plan
  • ·and Develop, implement and maintain databases
  • ·Research and development: Keep up with new technologies and procedures

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

  • Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
  • Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
  • Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
  • Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
  • Include a copy of your valid driver's licence (front and back)
  • Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
  • Submit your complete application package to sechele.o@dbe.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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What is the salary for the ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGIST (PRODUCTION): ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 717 846. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

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