Engineers in BW: now is the time to cement your position as an authority figure

In times of change, take every possible step to ‘recession-proof’ your career.

Authority.

It’s the hallmark of a professional.

When we come into contact with a true professional, we see it. We hear it. We know it. 

Authority stands up tall: confident, competent — commanding even.

‘The most successful engineers across the industry embody this special quality,’ says Engineers Registration Board (ERB) CEO, Dennis Olaotse.

‘No matter your level of career development, every practicing engineer in Botswana must be registered with ERB,’ he emphasises.

‘Certification with us underlines your qualifications, your competence, your experience, your accountability, your commitment to ethical practices — in essence, it’s a statement to the world about your level of authority,’ he continues.

The engineering profession has not been spared by the economic slowdown brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. Across the industry, and indeed all over the world, engineering firms are cutting costs, slashing production and reducing hiring. 

‘In uncertain times, engineers in Botswana must take every possible step to insulate themselves from anything which could disrupt their career development. This includes legally-mandated registration with ERB,’ explains Olaotse.

He says, ‘We are here to help engineering professionals navigate possible changes in their careers that may occur now and in the future.’

Registration with ERB recognises your proficiency in addition to any other related qualifications you may have acquired. Professional registration captures the experience you have accumulated and shows your level of competence. 

It also demonstrates your commitment to integrity, regard for public interest and responsibility for others.

‘Now is the time to cement your position as an authority figure in the engineering community by registering with ERB without delay,’ encourages Olaotse.