Job Reference Number: ES/CES02/0124
Department: Electrical Administration
Industry: Government
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: R621 360,56 - R806 541,67

Job Description

Job Purpose: Manage and control the key performance areas associated with the theory and principles of civil engineering in reporting, planning and designing of municipal infrastructure (i.e. roads, storm water, water, sewerage, irrigation systems, facilities, etc.)  in accordance with the relevant legislation, policies, standard operating procedures and guidelines.

 

Duties: Implements procedures, systems and controls to regulate specific work sequences associated with the functionality ● Plans, prioritises and schedules the planning and design of civil engineering projects ● Applying the theory and principles of civil engineering in planning and design ● Co-ordinates and controls the administration of contracts for civil engineering goods and services ● Providing input, financial and administrative information in the form of inventory analysis, expenditure schedules and estimates and cost indicators to the immediate superior related to key activities to support budget planning, preparation consolidation and/or control of the Division ● Monitoring operating expenditure within the Division and implementing various checks and balances ● Performs and co-ordinates specific administrative and reporting requirements associated with the key performance and result indicators of the functionality ● Liaising with external/internal bodies (Governmental Bodies, User Departments, Service Providers, Ward Committees, Community, etc.) regarding civil engineering project planning and design ● Manage the implementation and adherence to Health and Safety Act and regulations.

Job Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• Appropriate B Degree or B.Tech Degree in Civil Engineering or Equivalent (NQF Level 7)
• Eligible for Professional registration with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) in terms of Act 46 of 2000, Sec 18 (1)(a)(i): Professional Engineer or Sec 18 (1)(a)(ii): Professional Engineering Technologist within an 8-month period from the date of appointment
• 8 years relevant experience
• Computer Literacy: MS Office, Bill Cost, CAD & Civil Designer

• Code B driver’s license
• Must be able to communicate in at least two (2) of the three (3) official languages in the Western Cape
• Compliance with the National Treasury Regulations on the required Minimum Competency Level Unit Standards applicable to this position, or must complete the unit standards within an eighteen (18) months period from the date of appointment as provided for in GNR 1146 under GG 41996, dated 26 October 2018

Competencies: (For a detailed description of competencies, read competency level 3 from page 604/617 of the Competency Framework on our website / on this link-https://bvm.gov.za/download/municipal-staff-regulations-competency-framework/)

Functional / Professional Competencies: Discipline Specific Skills, Financial Management, People Management, Planning & Organizing, Monitoring & Control, Organizational Awareness, Attention to Detail, Direction Setting, Dispute Resolution, Problem Solving, Negotiation

Public Service Orientation Competencies: Interpersonal Relationships, Communication, Service Delivery Orientation, Client Orientation & Customer Focus,

Personal Competencies: Action & Outcome Orientation, Resilience, Change Readiness, Cognitive Ability, Learning Orientation, Accountability & Ethical Conduct.

Management / Leadership Competencies: Impact & Influence, Team Orientation.

 

PLEASE NOTE:  Please read the below conditions carefully, only those who comply with the conditions will be considered 

1. No late applications will be considered.
2. The Municipality is an equal opportunity employer and as such will observe the requirements of the Employment Equity Act and its EE plan
3. When applying via the link above please ensure that you fill in all required fields.
4. Also attach an updated CV (Including details of at least three (3) contactable WORK REFERENCES and the relevant numbers), certified copies of qualifications, and covering letter.
5. Any candidate appointed at the Breede Valley Municipality will sign an employment and performance agreement subject to probation per the Local Government: Municipal Staff Regulations.
6. For enquiries contact the Human Resources Office at 023 348 4961 or by email address quoting above mentioned reference at jobs@bvm.gov.za 
7. Canvassing with Councillors or any other decision-maker is not permitted, and proof thereof will result in disqualification.
8. Fraudulent qualifications documentation will immediately disqualify any applicant.
9. If you have not heard from us within sixty (60) days of the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

 All applications should reach us by 1 March 2024

 

The Municipality reserves its right not to make an appointment.