The South African Navy, Fleet Command HQ in Simon’s Town, is recruiting a qualified and registered Engineering Technician. This permanent position offers a salary between R391,671 and R418,332 per annum. The role is centered within Naval Engineering Services and involves providing critical technical services, including creating item specifications and drawings, conducting technical investigations, and offering information support.Key requirements include a National Diploma in Engineering, three years of post-qualification experience, and compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineering Technician. Essential skills include proven experience in an engineering drawing office, knowledge of design software and manufacturing processes, and the ability to compile technical reports. A valid driver’s license is mandatory.Applications must be submitted on the official Z83 form, accompanied by a detailed CV, and sent to the provided address or email by 16:00 on June 23, 2025. Strict application procedures apply, including personnel suitability and security clearance checks for shortlisted candidates.
REFNO: NAVAL/18/19/25/29
SALARY: R391 671 – R418 332 per annum
CENTRE: Fleet Command HQ: Naval Engineering Services, Simon’s Town
CLOSING DATE: 23 June 2025 at16h00 (Applications received after the closing date and faxed copies will not be considered).
REQUIREMENTS:
- National Diploma in Engineering or relevant qualification
- 3 years post qualification technical experience
- Valid driver’s license
- Special requirements (Skills needed): Proven experience in an engineering drawing office is essential
- Knowledge of computer programs used in Design environment is essential
- Knowledge of specifications and standards is essential
- Proven ability to compile and present technical reports in English
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes is essential
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet target dates
- Decision making skills
- Knowledge of Legal Compliance
- Research and development.
DUTIES:
- Providing an item specification/drawing service
- Providing an item specification technical investigation service
- Providing an item specification information support service.
ENQUIRIES: R Adm (JG) D.E. Hollis Tel No: (021) 787 3994
APPLICATIONS:
- Ms A.M
- Kau-Tsoanyane, SA Navy, Fleet Command HQ, Private Bag X1, Simon’s Town, 7995 or email to [email protected]
- NOTE : Statutory Requirements Apply: Current Compulsory Registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineering Technician
NOTE:
- Applications must be submitted on the prescribed form Z83 (obtainable from any Public Service Department office i.e effective 01 January 2021 or on the DPSA web site link: https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/
- Should an application be received using incorrect application employment form Z83, it will be disqualified, which must be originally signed and dated by the applicant and which must be accompanied by a detailed CV only (with full particulars of the applicants’ training, qualifications, competencies, knowledge & experience)
- Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview which should not be older than six months
- Failure to comply with the above instructions will result in applications being disqualified
- Applicants applying for more than one post must submit a separate form Z83 (as well as the documentation mentioned above) in respect of each post being applied for
- If an applicant wishes to withdraw an application, it must be done in writing
- Should an application be received where an applicant applies for more than one post on the same applications form, the application will only be considered for the first post indicated on the application and not for any of the other posts
- Under no circumstances will Photostat copies or faxed copies of application documents be accepted
- The successful candidates will be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal record, citizenship & financial/asset record checks and qualification and employment verification)
- Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes
- The level of appointments is dependent upon, qualifications, relevant experience and research output
- The shortlisted candidates will be subjected to two (2) preentry assessments (practical and ethical exercise) which will determine the candidate’s suitability
- Applicants who do not receive confirmation or feedback within 3 (three) months after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful
- Due to the large volume of responses anticipated, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged, and correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only
- For more information on the job description(s) please contact the person indicated in the post details
- Successful candidates will be appointed on probation for the period of twelve (12) months in terms of the prescribed rules
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