Specialist Engineer

eThekwini Municipality; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a Specialist Engineer. The role involves directing strategic requirements, managing infrastructure planning, and leading project teams. Candidates must have a B.Sc. in Engineering, be registered with ECSA, and possess 7 years of relevant experience. A valid driver's license is required. Applications are due by November 14, 2025.

Qualifications

• 7 years of relevant post-registration experience.
• Valid motor vehicle driving license.

Responsibilities

• Manage procedures for contract documentation and tender applications.
• Responsible for infrastructure planning within the department.
• Lead professional project teams from inception to completion of projects.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Attention to detail

Planning

Team Orientation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (NQF Level 8) in Civil Engineering

Registered as a Professional Engineer with ECSA

Job description

Job title : Specialist Engineer

Job Location : KwaZulu-Natal, Durban

Deadline : November 14, 2025

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Job Purpose

• Direct and guide strategic and professional requirements and procedures to support functional areas within the department.

Key Responsibility Areas

• Participate in managing procedures associated with preparation and collation of contract documentation and / or evaluating tender applications for variety of works relating to the department.
• Responsible for infrastructure planning within the department.
• Participates and supports according to the Municipal Finance Management Practices’ output plan.
• Executes delegated responsibilities in respect of leading professional project teams from inception to completion of strategic projects and contributes to the identification and development of key internal professional.

Competencies

• Planning.
• Organisational Awareness.
• Attention to detail.
• Design.
• Project Management.
• Operations and Maintenance.
• Communication.
• Service Delivery Orientation.
• Action and outcome orientation.
• Cognitive ability.
• Team Orientation.
• Coaching and Mentoring.

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (NQF Level 8) in Civil Engineering.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).
• Valid motor vehicle driving license.
• 7 Years relevant post registration experience.
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