ENGINEER TECHNICIAN (DESIGN AND MATERIAL)
Department of Public Works, Roads and Transport · mpumalanga · Head Office (
- Closing date
- 30 October 2026
- Reference
- ETCA//HO/12
- Salary band
- R 407 337
- Application method
- Email application
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Department: Department of Public Works, Roads and Transport Location: Head Office ( Salary: R407 337 per annum, (OSD), (all-inclusive package) Requirements: Grade 12 plus 3-year National Diploma in Engineering (NQF LEVEL 6 as recognized by SAQA). Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) minimum as a Professional Engineering Technician. Valid drivers’ licence and proficiency in computer applications are essential. A relevant work experience in the design and material environment, Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Sound knowledge of the planning, implementation, and management of Roads maintenance and refurbishment projects in the public sector. Familiarity with relevant legislation, policies, and regulations including the PFMA, CIDB Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act Experience in contract documentation, procurement processes, and administration (JBCC, GCC, or similar). Understanding of Roads Maintenance Environment, life cycle costing, and facilities maintenance management systems. Good knowledge of engineering and maintenance planning software (e.g., Civil Designer, Prokon, AutoCAD). Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and project tracking tools. Strong written and verbal communication, negotiation, planning, and organisational skills. Ability to manage contractors and service providers on site and coordinate multiple maintenance teams. Duties: Coordinate design of materials, pavements and methods of treatment. Provide standards and specification for materials and treatment of materials. Prescribe testing methods and execute quality control on materials and processes. Coordinate technical measurements. Prepare technical and performance reports, assist in budgeting processes, and contribute to infrastructure reporting to oversight bodies Application instructions: are essential. A relevant work experience in the design and material environment, Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Sound knowledge of the planning, implementation, and management of Roads maintenance and refurbishment projects in the public sector. Familiarity with relevant legislation, policies, and regulations including the PFMA, CIDB Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act Experience in contract documentation, procurement processes, and administration (JBCC, GCC, or similar). Understanding of Roads Maintenance Environment, life cycle costing, and facilities maintenance management systems. Good knowledge of engineering and maintenance planning software (e.g., Civil Designer, Prokon, AutoCAD). Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and project tracking tools. Strong written and verbal communication, negotiation, planning, and organisational skills. Ability to manage contractors and service providers on site and coordinate multiple maintenance teams. Enquiries: Mr SI Mazibuko Tel No: (013) 766 6961 e-Recruitment Mpumalanga Closing Date: 2026-10-30T12:00:00+02:00
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Requirements
- ✓Grade 12 plus 3-year National Diploma in Engineering (NQF LEVEL 6 as recognized by SAQA)
- ✓Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) minimum as a Professional Engineering Technician
- ✓Valid drivers’ licence and proficiency in computer applications are essential
- ✓A relevant work experience in the design and material environment, Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Sound knowledge of the planning, implementation, and management of Roads maintenance and refurbishment projects in the public sector
- ✓Familiarity with relevant legislation, policies, and regulations including the PFMA, CIDB Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act Experience in contract documentation, procurement processes, and administration (JBCC, GCC, or similar)
- ✓Understanding of Roads Maintenance Environment, life cycle costing, and facilities maintenance management systems
- ✓Good knowledge of engineering and maintenance planning software (e
- ✓, Civil Designer, Prokon, AutoCAD)
- ✓Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and project tracking tools
- ✓Strong written and verbal communication, negotiation, planning, and organisational skills
Key responsibilities
- •Coordinate design of materials, pavements and methods of treatment
- •Provide standards and specification for materials and treatment of materials
- •Prescribe testing methods and execute quality control on materials and processes
- •Coordinate technical measurements
- •Prepare technical and performance reports, assist in budgeting processes, and contribute to infrastructure reporting to oversight bodies