Chief Engineer (Grade A): Materials, Ref, No. DOI 41/2026 R1

Western Cape Department of Infrastructure
Western Cape
Full-time
Posted 1 day ago
Full-time Engineering
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Job Description

Minimum Requirements

  • An appropriate Engineering degree (B Eng/BSC (Eng)) or relevant qualification); Six years post qualification engineering experience required; Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer; A valid code B driving license.

Key Performance Areas

  • Engineering design and analysis effectiveness; Maintain engineering operational effectiveness: Governance: Allocate, control, monitor and report on all resources; Financial Management; People management.

Competencies

  • Technical: Programme and project management; Engineering, legal and operational compliance; Engineering operational communication; Process knowledge and skills; Maintenance skills and knowledge; Mobile equipment operating skills; Engineering design and analysis knowledge; Research and development; Computer-aided engineering applications; Creating high performance culture;
  • Technical consulting; Ensure material design standards, specifications and quality control processes are applied and continuously improved; Lead innovation and improvements in road materials; Support asset management through the use of materials performance data; Provide technical advice on materials for development applications, abnormal loads and impacts on the road network; Guide laboratory testing, field investigations and material monitoring to support sound decision-making.
  • Generic:  Strategic capability and leadership; Problem solving and analysis; Decision making; Team leadership; Creativity; Financial management; Customer focus and responsiveness; Communication; Computer skills; People management; Planning and organising; Conflict management; Negotiation skills; Change management. 

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You'll apply on Western Cape Department of Infrastructure's own site before 9 November 2026. Put your most relevant experience at the top of your CV first.

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Job details
Job TypeFull-time
LocationWestern Cape
CategoryEngineering
Experience6+ years
Posted21 October 2026
Closing Date9 November 2026
Western Cape Department of Infrastructure
Western Cape

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