ENGINEER PRODUCTION: MECHANICAL

Gauteng Provincial Government; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 915,000 - 1,376,000; Full time

Job summary

Gauteng Provincial Government, Department of Infrastructure Development, seeks an experienced Mechanical Engineer Production to lead design, evaluation and maintenance of health infrastructure projects in Johannesburg. The post requires registration with ECSA, a valid driver’s license and at least three years of post-qualification engineering experience.

You will plan and supervise engineering work, develop cost-effective solutions, and ensure compliance with public sector standards and safety

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in Mechanical (BEng / BSc Eng) or relevant qualification.
• Minimum 3 years post-qualification engineering experience.
• Must be registered as a Professional Engineer with ECSA.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, operate and maintain engineering projects.
• Develop cost-effective solutions and tender specifications.
• Supervise engineers and technologists; manage performance and expenditures.

Education

BEng Mechanical

BSc Eng (Mechanical)

Tools

Computer-aided engineering

Job description

Department of Infrastructure Development

ENGINEER PRODUCTION: MECHANICAL

• Reference Number : refs/048655
• Directorate : Health Infrastructure and Technical Portfolio Services : Sub-Directorate: Portfolio Technical Services
• Number of Posts : 1
• Package : R 914 517.00 – R 1 376 199.00 per annum (All-inclusive Package) The package includes a basic salary (70% of package), and a flexible portion of 30% that may be structured in terms of applicable rules. Which includes the state’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary). The offer is based on recognition of experience after obtaining registration. (Proof of recognized experience will be requested from the shortlisted candidates).
• Enquiries : Ms. Sikelelwa Mboto Tel: [phone]

Requirements :

• An Engineering Degree in Mechanical (B Eng / BSC (Eng) or relevant qualification. A minimum of 3 years’ post qualification experience in Engineering is required. Must be a registered as a Professional Engineer with ECSA. Must have a valid driver’s license. Competencies: Public Service Act of 1994.Public Service Regulations, 2016.PFMA and Treasury Regulations. Provincial/Departmental SCM policies. Government Immovable Asset Management Act of 2007.National Building Standards Act of 1977 and Regulations. Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1993 and Regulations. Health Act, Regulations and Guidelines. National Environmental Management Act of 1998.Engineering Profession Act of 2000. Engineering design and analysis Programme and project management. Computer-aided engineering applications. Knowledge of legal compliance. Skills- Decision making, Team leadership, Analytical, Creativity, Self-management, financial management, Customer focus and responsiveness, Communication, Computer literacy Conflict management, Problem solving, Research, Technical report writing and Networking.

Duties :

• Plan, design, operate and maintain engineering projects. Develop cost effective solutions according to standards. Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology. Develop tender specifications. Ensure through evaluation that planning and design by others is done according to sound engineering principles and according to norms and standards and code of practice. Approve engineering works according to prescribed norms and standards. Ensure training and development of technicians, technologists and candidate engineers to promote skills/knowledge transfer and adherence to sound engineering principles and code of practice. Supervise the engineering work and processes. Administer performance management and development. Keep up with new technologies and procedures. Research on engineering technology to improve expertiseLiaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering-related matters. Manage resources and prepare and consolidate inputs for facilitation of resource utilisation. Ensure adherence to regulations and procedures for procurement and personnel administration. Monitor and control expenditure. Report on delivery expenditure and service.

Notes :

Applicants must complete the online Z83 and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). All other documents are submitted by shortlisted candidates).

The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

The Employment Equity targets will be taken into consideration during the selection process.

It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s).

The employment decision shall be guided by the Department’s Employment Equity Plan.

The Department is committed to promoting employment equity, including race, gender and disability representation, through the filling of this post(s).

Accordingly, the transfer, promotion or appointment of candidates should contribute towards improving representativity and achieving the numerical targets set out in the Department’s Employment Equity Plan.

In line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES are encouraged to apply.

All shortlisted candidates will undertake practical assessment test, 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.

Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.

Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies of qualifications not older than six (06) months, identity document and valid driver’s license (where driving/travelling is an inherent requirement of the job).

It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of this post and candidates whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity will receive preference.

It is the Department’s intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan.

To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required.

It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

The Department reserves the right not to appoint.

If you do not receive any response from us within 3 months, please accept your application was unsuccessful.

All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to 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, behavioral preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity.

Employer : Department of Infrastructure Development

Location : Johannesburg (Head Office)

Closing Date : 09-11-2026

Criteria Questions

Do you have Engineering Degree in Mechanical (B Eng / BSC (Eng) or relevant qualification?

Do you have a minimum of 3 years’ post qualification experience in Engineering is required?

You must be a registered as a Professional Engineer with ECSA?

Do you have a valid drivers license?

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If youdo not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.