Production Engineer Grade A: Civil Engineer

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or relevant qualification as recognised by SAQA, plus three (3) years’ post qualification experience in hydraulic, environmental engineering and geotechnical engineering. Compulsory registration with ECSA as a professional Engineering. Knowledge and experience in water use, waste management, water resource infrastructure design and mining facilities design, operation and reviews procedures. Knowledge of Waste Classification and Management Regulations. Knowledge of National Norms and Standards for the Assessment of Waste for Landfill Disposal. Knowledge of Norms and Standard for Disposal of Waste to Landfill. Must understand the policy and legislative framework governing pollution and waste management. Sound analytical and research skills. Ability to manage and plan for activities, including projects and policy matters. Knowledge of National Waste Management Strategy. Ability to develop, interpret and apply polices, strategies and legislation. Good interpersonal relations skills, Stakeholder engagement, Strategic Capability and Leadership skills. Knowledge of relevant engineering standards. The incumbent must be able to work independently and efficiently under pressure as well as part of a multidisciplinary team. A valid Driver’s license and willingness to travel.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and evaluate engineering drawings and designs submitted for new waste management license applications, variations and sections 24G waste management applications. Screen, review and approve design reports and drawings for new waste license applications, variation, 24G applications and registration in terms National Norms and Standards established in terms of Waste Act. Manage approval process for construction quality assurance and construction completion reports of waste facilities being licensed. Screen, review and approve construction quality assurance and construction completion report. Manage approval of alternative material to geosynthetic materials for the purpose of beneficial use in terms of exclusion regulations. Manage and develop case management system to support the Directorate in managing Engineering drawings and designs. Provide technical and research support. Conduct research of alternative waste material which will perform equivalent to geosynthetic material. Develop guidelines for engineering designs and drawings to ensure that relevant engineering standards are met. Develop guidelines for climate change studies in relation to waste activities.

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Notes

Interested applicants must submit their applications via the above link. Applicant must ensure that they complete all sections on the online Z83 and attached a detailed CV with at least three (3) contactable references. Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant. No late applications will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, identity document and driver’s license on or before the day of the interview. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The National Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the Department’s equity plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine their suitability for employment, including but not limited to: Criminal records; Citizenship status; Credit worthiness; Previous employment (reference checks); and Qualification verification. Short-listed candidates will be expected to avail themselves at the Department’s convenience. Entry level requirements for SMS posts: In terms of the Directive on Compulsory Capacity Development, Mandatory Training Days & Minimum Entry Requirements for SMS that was introduced on 1 April 2015, a requirement for all applicants for SMS posts from 1 April 2020 is a successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG) prior to appointment. The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into 17 SMS and the full details can be obtained by following the below link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme. Furthermore, Shortlisted candidates must provide proof of successful completion of the course. 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. 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. Persons appointed will be subjected to a security clearance, the signing of performance agreement and employment contract. The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you have not been contacted within three 3 months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. By submitting the employment application form, you agree and consent in terms of Section 11(1) of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), 2013 (Act 4 of 2013), for your personal information which you provide to the DFFE to being processed by the department and its employees, agents, Cabinet committees, and subcontractors for recruitment purposes, in accordance with the POPIA of 2013. CLOSING DATE : 24 August 2026