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Control Engineering Technologist: Materials Laboratory, Ref No. DOI 46/2026 R1

Western Cape Government

Cape Town, Western Cape Posted 9 Oct 2026 Closes in 29 days

Overview

The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to perform all aspects of varied innovative and complex engineering activities that result in progress in technology and engineering applications. Manage a materials laboratory responsible for testing and evaluation of road construction materials; Ensure compliance with applicable standards, accreditation requirements and best practice; Drive continuous improvement and innovation in materials testing; Manage laboratory operations.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Technology in Engineering (B Tech) or relevant qualification
  • Six years post qualification Engineering Technologist experience required
  • Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineering Technologist
  • A valid code B driving license

Responsibilities

  • Manage technological advisory services
  • Ensure adherence and promotion of safety standards
  • Solve broadly defined technological challenges
  • Develop, maintain and manage current technologies
  • Evaluate and monitor existing technical manuals and procedures
  • Ensure quality assurance of technical designs
  • Provide inputs into the budgeting process
  • Compile and submit reports as required
  • Manage and supervise technological and related personnel and assets
  • Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies
  • Research/literature studies on engineering technology

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