Circular 28 of 2026 · Post 28/68 · Ref 240826/01
CONTROL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST GRADE A (CIVIL)
Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS)
- CentreGqeberha/ Port Elizabeth
Closing date: 15 days remaining
Job details
- Circular
- 28 of 2026
- Page No.
- 1–2
- Circular Post
- 28/68
- Reference number
- 240826/01
- Department
- Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS)
- Centre
- Gqeberha/ Port Elizabeth
- Salary
- R958 776 per annum, (all-inclusive OSD salary package)
- Closing date
- 24 August 2026
About this vacancy
Review the complete requirements and application instructions for this vacancy at Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS).
The listed centre is Gqeberha/ Port Elizabeth.
Applications close on 24 August 2026.
Application and salary information
Salary
R958 776 per annum, (all-inclusive OSD salary package)
Application route
Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.
Requirements
- A Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Civil Engineering as recognised by SAQA.
- A minimum of six (6) years’ post-qualification experience as an Engineering Technologist/Technician.
- Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineering Technologist.
- The disclosure of a valid Code B unexpired driver’s licence (except for persons with disabilities).
- Demonstrated experience in infrastructure condition assessment, project management, design and analysis of water-related infrastructure, preparation of procurement documentation and site supervision of construction works.
- Proven practical experience in mentoring graduate interns and facilitating training and development.
- An understanding of ECSA professional mentorship requirements will be an added advantage.
- Sound knowledge of contract administration and project management, with proven ability to interpret and review technical drawings and designs.
- Understanding of public sector procurement processes and financial planning and management principles.
- Knowledge of applicable legislation, including the National Water Act, Water Services Act, environmental legislation, and the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
- Familiarity with standard forms of contract used in infrastructure projects.
- Strong communication, conflict management, dispute resolution, and negotiation skills.
- Proven ability in computer aided design software with special emphasis on ability to work with Autodesk Revit.
- Problem solving and decisionmaking skills are essential as well as the ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams.
- Willingness to work outside normal working hours and to travel extensively throughout the Eastern and Western Cape Provinces.
Duties
- Manage technical services in conjunction with engineers, technologists, technicians and maintenance personnel.
- Ensure safety in terms of statutory and regulatory requirements.
- Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology.
- Ensure the quality of technical designs with specifications and authorise/make recommendations for approval by the relevant authority.
- Manage projects in terms of best practice and policy requirements.
- Undertake condition assessments of infrastructure and update the relevant databases and produce detailed reports on assessment results.
- Prioritise infrastructure rehabilitation projects based on condition assessments.
- Undertake analyses and designs of rehabilitation solutions.
- Produce the necessary design reports, drawings and specifications.
- Supervise rehabilitation work on site.
- Manage, supervise and control technical and related personnel and assets.
- Research studies on technical engineering technology to improve expertise, liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering related matters.
- Mentor candidate technicians.
- Lend support to strategic and business planning, financial management, human resource management and general office management of the section.
Enquiries
Mr. G Daniell Tel No: (041) 508 9706)
How to apply
Where and how to submit your application.
: All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/
Notes and Z83 guidance
Other related documentation such as copies of qualifications, identity documents, driver’s license etc need not to accompany the application when applying for a post as such documentation must only be produced by shortlisted candidates during the interview date in line with DPSA circular 19 of 2022. With reference to applicants bearing professional or occupational registration, fields provided in Part B on the online Z83 must be completed as these fields are regarded as compulsory.
- Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant.
- No late applications will be accepted.
- Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to suitability checks (SAQA verification, reference checks criminal and credit checks). SAQA evaluation certificate must accompany foreign qualifications (only when shortlisted).
- Applications that do not comply with the abovementioned requirements will not be considered.
- All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. A pre-entry certificate obtained from the National School of government is required prior to the appointment.
- All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
- Candidates will be required to complete a financial disclosure form and undergo security clearance. Foreigners or dual citizenship holders must provide a police clearance certificate from country of origin (only when shortlisted).
- The Department of Water Sanitation is an equal opportunity employer. In the filling of vacant posts, the objectives of section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of South Africa, 1996 (Act No: 108 of 1996) the Employment Equity imperatives as defined by the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act No: 55 of 1998) and relevant Human Resources policies of the Department will be taken into consideration.
- Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you do not hear from us within three (3) months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. Faxed applications will not be considered.
- The department reserves the right not to fill these positions. Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the EE Targets.
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Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 28 of 2026 for reference.
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POST 28/68 : CONTROL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST GRADE A (CIVIL) REF NO: 240826/01
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Southern Operations
Dir: Operations Southern
Sd: Water Resources Infrastructure Operations and Maintenance
SALARY : R958 776 per annum, (all-inclusive OSD salary package)
CENTRE : Gqeberha/ Port Elizabeth
REQUIREMENTS : A Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Civil Engineering as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of six (6) years’ post-qualification experience as an Engineering
Technologist/Technician. Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineering Technologist. The
disclosure of a valid Code B unexpired driver’s licence (except for persons with disabilities). Demonstrated experience in infrastructure condition assessment,
project management, design and analysis of water-related infrastructure, preparation of procurement documentation and site supervision of construction
works. Proven practical experience in mentoring graduate interns and facilitating training and development. An understanding of ECSA professional
mentorship requirements will be an added advantage. Sound knowledge of contract administration and project management, with proven ability to interpret
and review technical drawings and designs. Understanding of public sector
procurement processes and financial planning and management principles.
Knowledge of applicable legislation, including the National Water Act, Water
Services Act, environmental legislation, and the Public Finance Management
Act (PFMA). Familiarity with standard forms of contract used in infrastructure projects. Strong communication, conflict management, dispute resolution, and
negotiation skills. Proven ability in computer aided design software with special emphasis on ability to work with Autodesk Revit. Problem solving and decisionmaking skills are essential as well as the ability to work in multi-disciplinary
teams. Willingness to work outside normal working hours and to travel extensively throughout the Eastern and Western Cape Provinces.
DUTIES : Manage technical services in conjunction with engineers, technologists, technicians and maintenance personnel. Ensure safety in terms of statutory
and regulatory requirements. Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology. Ensure the quality of
technical designs with specifications and authorise/make recommendations for approval by the relevant authority. Manage projects in terms of best practice
and policy requirements. Undertake condition assessments of infrastructure and update the relevant databases and produce detailed reports on
assessment results. Prioritise infrastructure rehabilitation projects based on condition assessments. Undertake analyses and designs of rehabilitation
solutions. Produce the necessary design reports, drawings and specifications.
Supervise rehabilitation work on site. Manage, supervise and control technical and related personnel and assets. Research studies on technical engineering
technology to improve expertise, liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering related matters. Mentor candidate technicians. Lend support to
strategic and business planning, financial management, human resource management and general office management of the section.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. G Daniell Tel No: (041) 508 9706)
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Southern Operations
Dir: Operations Southern
Sd: Water Resources Infrastructure Operations and Maintenance
SALARY : R958 776 per annum, (all-inclusive OSD salary package)
CENTRE : Gqeberha/ Port Elizabeth
REQUIREMENTS : A Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Civil Engineering as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of six (6) years’ post-qualification experience as an Engineering
Technologist/Technician. Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineering Technologist. The
disclosure of a valid Code B unexpired driver’s licence (except for persons with disabilities). Demonstrated experience in infrastructure condition assessment,
project management, design and analysis of water-related infrastructure, preparation of procurement documentation and site supervision of construction
works. Proven practical experience in mentoring graduate interns and facilitating training and development. An understanding of ECSA professional
mentorship requirements will be an added advantage. Sound knowledge of contract administration and project management, with proven ability to interpret
and review technical drawings and designs. Understanding of public sector
procurement processes and financial planning and management principles.
Knowledge of applicable legislation, including the National Water Act, Water
Services Act, environmental legislation, and the Public Finance Management
Act (PFMA). Familiarity with standard forms of contract used in infrastructure projects. Strong communication, conflict management, dispute resolution, and
negotiation skills. Proven ability in computer aided design software with special emphasis on ability to work with Autodesk Revit. Problem solving and decisionmaking skills are essential as well as the ability to work in multi-disciplinary
teams. Willingness to work outside normal working hours and to travel extensively throughout the Eastern and Western Cape Provinces.
DUTIES : Manage technical services in conjunction with engineers, technologists, technicians and maintenance personnel. Ensure safety in terms of statutory
and regulatory requirements. Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology. Ensure the quality of
technical designs with specifications and authorise/make recommendations for approval by the relevant authority. Manage projects in terms of best practice
and policy requirements. Undertake condition assessments of infrastructure and update the relevant databases and produce detailed reports on
assessment results. Prioritise infrastructure rehabilitation projects based on condition assessments. Undertake analyses and designs of rehabilitation
solutions. Produce the necessary design reports, drawings and specifications.
Supervise rehabilitation work on site. Manage, supervise and control technical and related personnel and assets. Research studies on technical engineering
technology to improve expertise, liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering related matters. Mentor candidate technicians. Lend support to
strategic and business planning, financial management, human resource management and general office management of the section.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. G Daniell Tel No: (041) 508 9706)