Engineering Technician Production Grade A-C (Civil)
DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION
Overview
Stream Gauging using ADP and conventional stream gauging methods. Survey of gauging weirs and flood (rated) sections using the levelling instrument.
Requirements
- A National Diploma in Civil Engineering
- Three (3) years post qualification technical Civil Engineering experience
- Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as an Engineering Technician
- The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license
- Good computer literacy and computer programming skills
- Good communication skills (verbal and written) and negotiation skills
- Experience in project management
- Technical design and analysing knowledge of hydrological data
- Knowledge and experience in Computer -aided engineering applications
- Technical report writing and technical consulting skills
- Problem solving, analysis, decision making and teamwork skills
- Creativity, customer focus and responsiveness skills
- Good planning, organisi ng and people management
- Travel extensively as and when required
- Must be prepared to work away from the office for extended periods of time
Responsibilities
- Stream Gauging using ADP and conventional stream gauging methods
- Survey of gauging weirs and flood (rated) sections using the levelling instrument
- Preparation of drawings using CAD software
- Calibration of flow gauging stations
- Inspection planning of maintenance surface water gauging stations within the area of responsibility
- Maintenance of electronic data logging instruments
- Supervision of personnel
- Hydrological Data editing and processing
- Prepare technical specifications for procurement of the requ ired resources
- Collection of all forms of hydrological data within area of responsibility and compile reports
- Provide technical support to requests received from stakeholders
- Ensure the compliance to the Occupational Health and Safety Act in line with s tatutory and regulatory requirements
- Engage in research and developmental activities for continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures
How to apply
Application instructions from the official source
Interested applicants must submit their applications via the online link https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za
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Enquiries
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Mr O Thebe Tel No: (053) 830 8800
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