● Grade 12 ● National Diploma in Civil Engineering or Geomatics ● 2 years’ relevant experience.
● Computer literacy with special emphasis on AutoCAD; AutoCAD Civil 3D, Civil Designer, ArcGIS suite, MS Office suite MS Project software ●Good verbal and written communication skills in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape ● Relevant end user database experience ● Attention to detail and Interpersonal skills ● Good project management skills.● Excellent analytic skills ● High level of responsibility and confidentiality ●Ability to give attention to detail; ●Ability to deal with conflict ● Good human relations, interpersonal and communication skills ● Ability to work under pressure.
● To provide a drawing and asset management service to the directorate ● Prepare engineering drawings using CAD, GIS and engineering design software for implementation by internal stakeholders ● Prepare drawings, maps, plans and prints by extracting cadastral and topographical data, aerial photos, zonal maps and other spatial information using CAD and GIS software for distribution to internal and external stakeholders ● Compile drawing information from CAD or GIS for wayleave applications by internal and external stakeholders ● Manage the collection, capturing, updating and record-keeping of all engineering infrastructure drawing information on hard- and softcopy for dissemination to all relevant stakeholders ● Manage the engineering infrastructure asset register and record information and coordinate with Budget & Treasury Office for reporting purposes ● Provide drawing office/ GIS services for the directorate/department
• Written Communication: The ability to communicate in writing as appropriate to specific audiences. • Oral Communication: The ability to articulate a message in an understandable and convincing manner. • Problem Solving: The ability to gather information, analyse issues and deal with complexity and ambiguity. Shows long-term thinking, follows through in a logical manner, aware of consequences and implications. Is able to see the ‘Bigger Picture’.
Information to Consider
Candidates must be willing to be subjected to an interview and competency assessment and must be aware that previous employers and references will be contacted and their qualifications, credit and criminal record will be verified. The candidates will be required to disclose all Financial Interests.
General application forms are available in the application section. The application for this job is available at the bottom of this page. A comprehensive CV, original certified copies of Identification documents, qualifications, and driver’s license must accompany the application form and must be hand delivered/couriered to the Human Resources Section, Bitou Municipality, 1 Sewell Street, Plettenberg Bay or posted to Private Bag X1002; Plettenberg Bay; 6600.
Bitou Municipality is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from the designated groups, including those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.
Please take note:
- Only hard-copy applications will be considered. No electronic or faxed applications will be accepted.
- No late applications will be considered. Canvassing of Councilors with the purpose of being appointed is not permitted and proof of such canvassing shall lead to disqualification.
- Submit separate applications when applying for multiple posts and quote reference number.
- Preference will be given to local residents before considering candidates outside the Bitou Municipal Area
If you receive no feedback from us within 12 weeks after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Bitou Municipality reserves the right not to make any appointment and to re-advertise before a shortlist is compiled.