Lecturer: Civil Engineering (Structural Engineering) - (R-advertisement)

Cape Peninsula University of Technology; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cape Peninsula University of Technology invites applications for a permanent Lecturer position in Civil Engineering (Structural) in the Department of Civil Engineering & Survey. The role focuses on delivering high‑quality lectures and contributing to teaching excellence.

Requirements include a Master’s in Civil Engineering (Structural) with ECSA registration and a minimum of two years’ teaching or industry experience; strong English communication and ongoing professional development are

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (Structural engineering). All base qualifications must be in Civil Engineering.
• At least 2 years’ relevant teaching experience in higher education and/or 2 years’ industrial experience in Civil Engineering.
• Must be registered with ECSA as a Professional Engineer or Professional Engineering Technologist.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality lecturing in Civil Engineering subjects.
• Develop, contribute and generate new knowledge through research outputs.
• Supervise and mentor students.
• Develop innovative teaching, learning and assessment materials.
• Contribute to curriculum and programme development.
• Promote community participation, linkages, outreach and industry liaison.
• Support assessment and academic development activities.
• Perform and assist with academic administrative duties.
• Ensure and participate in quality assurance practices within the Department.
• Proven ability to deliver structured, high-quality lectures.

Skills

Lecturing

Curriculum development

English communication

Time management

Independent work

Education

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (Structural engineering)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Lecturer: Civil Engineering (Structural Engineering) - (R-advertisement) - (8989)

Job Title

Lecturer: Civil Engineering (Structural Engineering) - (R-advertisement)

Faculty

Department

Cape Peninsula University of Technology -> Engineering and the Built Environment -> Civil Engineering & Survey

Campus/ Location

Job Type

Permanent

Occupational Function

Number of Positions

1

Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only)

To be confirmed

Advert Closing Date

9/10/2026

Job Purpose

Lecturing in the Department of Civil Engineering and Geomatics.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (Structural engineering).All base qualifications must be in Civil Engineering.
• At least 2 years’ relevant teaching experience in higher educationand/or2 years’ industrial experience in the Civil Engineering industry.
• .Must be registered with ECSA as a Professional Engineer or Professional Engineering Technologist.

Additional Notes:

• All underpinning qualifications must be listed on the application, failing which your application will not be considered.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Deliver high‑quality lecturing in Civil Engineering subjects.
• Develop, contribute and generate new knowledge through research outputs.
• Supervise and mentor students.
• Develop innovative teaching, learning and assessment materials.
• Contribute to curriculum and programme development.
• Promote community participation, linkages, outreach and industry liaison.
• Support assessment and academic development activities.
• Perform and assist with academic administrative duties.
• Ensure and participate in quality assurance practices within the Department.
• Proven ability to deliver structured, high‑quality lectures.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Strong digital literacy, including proficiency in MS Office, with sound organisational and time‑management skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional and academic development.
• Effective communication and academic presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound academic judgement.
• Knowledge of continuous evaluation and integrated assessment methods.
• Strong student‑centred approach to teaching and learning.
• Ability to adapt to evolving academic and institutional needs.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective engagement in an academic environment.
• Competence in coaching and mentoring students.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team.

General Information

Closing Date: 09 October 2026

The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.

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