Engineering Technician Production Grade A-C (CIVIL)
Department of Water and Sanitation
- Location
- Kimberley, Northern Cape
- Salary
- R407 337 – R610 131 per year
- Job type
- Permanent
- Work setting
- On-site
- Sector
- Government & public service
- Closing date
- 05 Oct 2026
Posted today
What you need
- Qualification
- Diploma
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Driver's licence
- Code 8 (EB)
How to apply
Apply on company website
How to apply: Interested applicants must submit their applications via the online link https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za Official advert: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 34 of 2026, post 34/177, ref 051026/09. Government applications usually need the new Z83 form and a detailed CV.
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Job description
Branch: Water And Sanitation Services Management: NC CD: Provincial Operation: Northern Cape Dir: Water Resources Management Support Sd: Hydrological Services
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, organising and people management. Travel extensively as and when required. Must be prepared to work away from the office for extended periods of time.
Duties:
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 required 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 statutory and regulatory requirements. Engage in research and developmental activities for continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures.
Enquiries: Mr O Thebe Tel No: (053) 830 8800
Reference number: 051026/09