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mission As the custodian of a public good we are committed to the advancement of the Southern African community through: a highly motivated and professional team; state-of-the-art technology; proficient service providers; and promoting the user-pay principle sanral vision To be recognised as a world leader in the provision of a superior primary road network in southern Africa.
core values EP 2 IC E-xcellence P-roactiveness P-articipativeness I-ntegrity C-are 2
introduction SANRAL has been operating since April 1998 and reports to the Minister of Transport, who is the sole shareholder. SANRAL is currently responsible for the ongoing maintenance, development and expansion of the South Africa National road network. This network consists of 18 247km of which 19% is Toll roads. The extent of the National road network will increase as more Provincial/ Local roads are proclaimed National roads. The Organisation also assists in the economic development of historical underdevelopment communities in rural and peri-urban areas and the incorporation of Provisional road network leading to 2010 and beyond.
our core functions Strategically plan, design, construct, operate and maintain South Africa s national roads Operate and maintain South Africa s national roads Deliver and maintain a primary road network of world-class standards Generate revenues from the development and management of these assets Undertake research and development to enhance the quality of South Africa s roads Advise the Minister of Transport on matters relating to South Africa s national roads 4
do you have the right personality to be an engineer? Are you young and bright? Are you interested in pursuing a career in Engineering at SANRAL? Do you have the following qualities? Enjoy and have a good aptitude for mathematics and science Have good spatial abilities and able to picture things in three dimensions Energetic, intelligent and creative Have good judgment and accuracy Creative yet logical thinker Problem solver Systematic in your approach to problems Good decision maker, responsible and persistent Passionate about improving the quality of community life Good communication, people and teamwork skills Good technical writing abilities Prepared to work long hours and travel Physically healthy and strong If you have the qualities mentioned above, know that you have the skills and talent that are in high demand in South Africa. You may have the dilemma of how you then enter this exciting career and what will be your future prospects. By reading further you will get to experience the opportunities available at SANRAL and the requirements for entering into these engineering careers.
at SANRAL job roles at SANRAL To fulfill roles related to the expansion, maintenance and development of the national road network,sanral needs to acquire professionals with a Civil Engineering degree with the following qualifications: Structural Engineering Traffic and Transport Engineering Road Engineering Geotechnical Engineering Project Management Environmental Engineering Hydrology and Stormwater Engineering Hydraulic and Water Engineering To fulfill the roles related to the Intelligence Transport System (ITS) including Electronic Toll Systems, SANRAL acquires professionals with qualification in: Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Electronics Engineering Post graduate qualifications in related fields are a definite advantage and SANRAL Bursaries are available to study full time or part-time if you are a permanent staff member of SANRAL. 06
Careers as a... civil engineer You may choose to become a generalist or a specialist A Generalist has broad knowledge and skills in several issues. Someone with many abilities and interests or whose job contain varied duties. A Generalist is a professional whose time and projects demand they learn a variety of disciplines within Civil Engineering. Generalists have the advantage of understanding the intersection between the different disciplines. Generalists are extremely valuable because they can see issues and details from multiple perspectives, bringing a broad view to the project. A Specialist on the other hand is devoted to a particular occupation or branch of study or research. One who s practice is limited to a particular branch of engineering. A Specialist is a professional who has time, experience and projects to allow him/her to go deep into a discipline. Because he/she can concentrate on one discipline, he/ she becomes very knowledgeable and experienced at solving problems that crop up. Specialists are valuable since they know how to tackle the many subtleties that make or break a project. computer engineer Computer Engineering is the combined fields of Information and Communication Technology. This includes computer systems, software engineering and telecommunications systems. All systems that form part of the design, installation, commissioning and management of systems forming part of the Information Super Highway form part of Computer Engineering. transportation engineer The economic and social well-being of our country is significantly influenced by the efficient movement of persons, goods and services. This is the purpose of this discipline. To this end, the discipline includes the study of pavement engineering, geometric design, traffic engineering, traffic safety and transportation planning. At present the research of the discipline is focused on public transport, land use and transport modeling, traffic safety and pavement research.
electronic engineer Electronic Engineering is an exciting and dynamic field. An Electronic engineer is concerned with the transfer of information using radio waves, the design of electronic circuits, the design of computer systems and the development of control systems such as aircraft autopilots. 08
Opportunities at SANRAL After graduation SANRAL may consider providing you with appropriate on-thejob training for three years or more, required for professional registration. We are passionate and committed towards development and training We provide intensive training programmes We provide guaranteed exposure to broad variety of disciplines in the Engineering and Built environment We provide mentorship and coaching We provide access to an International training programmes our minimum requirements for job applications are: a comprehensive CV and motivational letter certified copies of your South African ID, matric certificate and academic transcripts A copy of your Drivers license if applicable Please forward your CV and job application to SANRAL addressed to the Corporate Services Executive PO Box 415 Pretoria 0001 not later than 30 August of each year.
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SANRAL University Bursary Information SANRAL is committed to developing skills of students who express an interest in studying and building a career within the Road Infrastructure Administration Environment and Civil Engineering industry. We therefore invite candidates studying towards a University degree in: Civil, Electrical, Electronics, Computer, Environmental and Transport Engineering to apply for bursaries. Consideration will be given to needy students who have successfully completed their first year of undergraduate study or those currently registered for 2nd, 3rd, 4th year and post-graduate studies. However, strongly motivated applications from matriculants with at least 70% for Mathematics and Science students studying towards the above Engineering fields, and registered with a University will also be considered. The bursary awarded to each student shall be a full award and will cover: Tuition/Registration Accommodation/Meals Books/Equipments plus Compulsory excursion and seminars Living Allowance Our requirements for the bursary are as follows: A comprehensive CV Certified copies of recent academic record, confirmation of registration Certified copy of South African Identity document South African Citizenship Motivational Letter Parents or guardian s certified copy of Identification Document Bursary applications must be directed to the Corporate Services Executive, PO Box 415, Pretoria, 0001.
Induction Programme for New Bursary Students We will invite all new students awarded Bursaries for an induction session to brief them about SANRAL s activities. We also develop the buddy system with students where we develop relationships with them and the Project Manager who will assist them with information required for their academic projects. Vacation Work and Internships We provide an opportunity for interns to use the workplace as an active learning environment. We provide opportunities for new entrants with a view to acquire skills that would make them employable. We assist students to obtain required practical experience and to complete their qualifications. These programmes provide SANRAL with an opportunity to compile a database of prospective employees for future recruitment purposes. Our requirements for vacation work and internships Bursary applications must be directed to the Corporate Services Executive, PO Box 415, Pretoria, 0001. Bursaries will be advertised annually from August through the SANRAL website. A comprehensive CV or you can request an application form from us An application stating your requirements Provide duration of the assignment needed The application must be forwarded to us approximately 2-3 months before commencement date A copy of your valid drivers license You will be required to do a presentation after the assignment What happens to your application Your application will be assessed and should you be successful in the first phase you will be invited for an interview process If your interview is successful you will be able to fulfill the duration of the assignment with us We will provide monitoring and supervision We will provide stipend and training required 12
full time BURSARY programme what you need to know
application process Consideration will be given to disadvantaged South African students who have successfully completed their first year of undergraduate studies or those currently registered for 2nd, 3rd, 4th year and post-graduate studies. However, strongly motivated applications from first year students studying towards the Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering degree in the following disciplines, and registered with the University will be considered. Civil Electrical Electronic Environmental Computer Students interested are required to apply between 1 August to 30 November for each academic year. eligibility Applicants should not be a recipient of any other bursary or financial assistance from any institution Applicants must be registered or about to register at a recognised Tertiary Education Institution in South Africa Applicants must be South African citizen award award to each student shall be a full award and will cover: Tuition/Registration Accommodation/Meals Books/Equipment plus compulsory excursion and seminars Living allowance documents required when applying Comprehensive CV Certified copies of recent academic record and grade 12 certificate Confirmation of registration Certified copy of a South African Identity document Signed motivation letter written by the student Confirmation of parents/guardian income Completed application form Certified copy of parent or guardian Identity document selection criteria Academic proficiency as proven by latest academic report Financial circumstances (Means test) Field of study Behavioural competencies Representation (female, rural, disable and race) Validation of ID and qualification Bursary applicants will not be considered if they fail any subject in the current academic year. If in grade 12 applicants should achieve the minimum of 75% in both mathematics and physical science and minimum of 70% for English. All the required documents mentioned above must be directed to the Corporate Services Executive, PO Box 415, Pretoria, 0001 Successful candidates and their parent/s or guardian/s will be expected to sign the bursary agreement before making any payments for the Bursary award. Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only. If an applicant has not been contacted by 31 January, it should be accepted that his/her application was unsuccessful.
external bursary scheme? application form USE BLOCK LETTERS TO COMPLETE THIS FORM GIVE SHORT ANSWERS AND WHERE APPLICABLE MARK WITH X INCOMPLETE OR LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED Where did you find out about the SANRAL bursary Career awareness University staff Friend Internet Others: Specify A Particulars of the applicant Title: Surname: First Names: Male Female Identity Number: Race: African Indian Asian Coloured White Disability: Yes No Marital Status: Home Address Home Language: Study Address (during studies) Cellphone No: Tel No: (W): Tel No: (H): Fax No: E Mail: B Particulars of degree for which you wish to receive the bursary Student number (if available): At which University/Institution are you/do you intend studying: Degree, e.g. B Sc Eng. Civil : Mark the academic year of study for which you are applying: 1 2 3 4 OR Honours Masters
C Other bursaries or sponsors Do you presently study with a bursary: Yes No If yes: name of the bursary: If yes, annual value of the bursary: Do you have or have you received a study loan/scholarship: Yes No If yes, name of the loan/scholarship: For what purpose/how much? When did you get? If you are not currently enrolled at an educational institution, please indicate what you are doing at present D Details about parents / guardian / next of kin Title: Initials: Surname: Identity number: Relationship: Mother Father Other: specify Father s occupation: Mother s occupation: Guardian s occupation: Mark you family s monthly income group (R): <R5 000 R5 000 R10 000 >R10 000 Attach a proof of income or an affidavit How many other dependants are still at home: No. of dependants at tertiary institution: No. of dependants still at school: No. of other dependants supported e.g. grandparents, etc. Postal address Residential address Cellphone No: Tel No (W): Tel No: (H) Fax No: E-mail:
E Declaration by parent/s and or guardian or next of kin I certify that the information supplied in this application is correct and that, if my child/ward is awarded a bursary, I will abide by the regulation applicable to the SANRAL Bursary Scheme. Signature by Parent/Guardian Date: F Declaration by applicant I certify that the information supplied in this application is correct and that, if I am awarded a bursary, I will abide by the regulation applicable to SANRAL Bursary Scheme. Signature of applicant Date: If still a minor, signature of parent/guardian Date: G Documentation Office use only: Human Resource Management(to be completed by delegated person): 1. Study course aligned to the core objectives of SANRAL Yes No 2. Verification of total annual income of parent/s and / legal guardian/s Yes No 3. Verification of identity document Yes No 4. Verification of certificates of qualifications obtained and academic records Yes No
H Recommendation Office use: To be completed by the Chairperson of the SANRAL External Bursary Scheme: 1. The Bursary Application recommended/not recommended (with due consideration to the criteria established for successful external bursary application for 20 Y Y ) 2. The budgetary implication applied for, amounting to R is noted and R recommended/not recommended for year 20 Y Y Comments: Signature: Date: I Approval Office use: To be completed by the Delegated Authority Bursary application is Approved/Not approved. Comments: Delegated Authority Signature: Date:
www.sanral.co.za valuable contact details Careers: Head Office Corporate Services SANRAL Corporate Services Executive PO Box 415, Pretoria, 0001 Bursaries: Head Office Corporate Services Executive PO Box 415, Pretoria, 0001 Engineering Universities in South Africa: North-West University www.nwu.ac.za (018) 299 1533 University of Cape Town www.uct.ac.za (021) 650 2584 University of Johannesburg www.uj.ac.za (011) 559 6073 (011) 599 6223 Web_engineering@uj.ac.za University of Pretoria www.up.ac.za (012) 420 4095 (student administration within faculty of engineering) University of Stellenbosch www.sun.ac.za (021) 808 4835 (021) 808 4576 University of Witwatersrand www.wits.ac.za (011) 717 7000 University of KwaZulu-Natal www.ukzn.ac.za (031) 260 2111 Vacation jobs: Regional Offices and Head Office Head Office-Pretoria (012) 844 8000 Northern Region Pretoria (012) 426 6200 Eastern Region Pietermaritzburg (033) 392 8100 Southern Region Port Elizabeth (041) 398 3200 Western Region Cape Town (021) 957 4600