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PROFILE: My journey to Professional Registration - Viren Gajathar

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Viren Gajathar a Water and Human Settlements Project Manager tells us about MY JOURNEY TO PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION



Please give us a brief summary on your career

I started off as an Industrial Technician for the Department of Agriculture in KwaZulu Natal. I was involved in irrigation, soil conservation and dams. I was with them for 8 years.

I then worked in the Consulting Engineering space, with one of the largest Consulting Engineering Companies in South Africa. I focused mainly on Water Engineering and later in Project Management for water projects. I had been with that company for about 13 years and my career progression was good.

I later joined 2 other consulting companies, focusing on water and human settlements projects and more on the Project Management of these projects.

What is your current Professional Registration status?

I am Registered as a Professional Engineering Technologist and a Professional Construction Project Manager, with ECSA and SACPCMP respectively.

What were your views on Professional Registration before your current status?

I always wanted to register as soon as possible and belong to a professional body.

Have your views on Professional Registration changed since you started this journey?

No. I wish a lot more eligible candidates actually registered. It makes the fraternity much stronger. All candidates should register as soon as they can.

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How has your career been impacted by your Professional Registration journey?

Definitely impacted positively. My career progression up the corporate ladder would not have been possible without it. As a result of my registration I was also entrusted with projects that would not have been possible without registration. It has helped me to get to where I am today in my career and has given me great work opportunities.

Would you advise Construction/Built Environment Professionals to embark on this journey?

Definitely yes. Register as soon as you are eligible to do so. Registration is becoming a requirement for a number of tenders. It definitely opens doors for new opportunities.

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