The mission of the Mpumalanga Department of Public Works, Roads and Transport is to provide an integrated, reliable and cost-effective transport system that meets the development needs of the province, and to deliver infrastructure that promotes sustainable economic development and job creation.
The Department's strategic outcome-orientated goals are: eff...
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Grade 12 Certificate plus NQF LEVEL 7 in Bsc or BEng Degree (minimum of 3 year Degree as recognised by SAQA) in Civil Engineering or related built environment field. Registration with South African Council for the Engineer Profession (ECSA) as a Professional: Engineer/Technologist is compulsory. Valid drivers’ licence and computer literacy are essential. A relevant work experience as an Engineer, of which 3 years should be post registration.
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:
Sound knowledge of the planning, design, implementation, and maintenance of building infrastructure in the public sector. Expertise in interpreting and applying relevant legislative and regulatory frameworks, including the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, CIDB Act, GIAMA, Construction Regulations, and the National Building Regulations (NBR). Proven experience in infrastructure procurement, contract documentation, and administration (JBCC, GCC, FIDIC). Familiarity with infrastructure delivery tools and systems, such as the Infrastructure Delivery Management System (IDMS), Integrated Planning Framework (IPMP/IPIP), and the Infrastructure Procurement and Delivery Management (IPDM) Toolkit. Ability to provide technical guidance on lifecycle costing, building standards, value engineering, and sustainable infrastructure design. Strong project and programme management capabilities, including performance monitoring and reporting. Proficiency in engineering design software (AutoCAD, Revit, Prokon, Civil Designer) and MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project). Excellent interpersonal, analytical, report-writing, negotiation, and communication skills.
Responsibilities:
Lead and coordinate the planning, design, and implementation of public building infrastructure projects in line with national norms and standards.
Develop, review, and monitor Infrastructure Programme Management Plans (IPMP) and Infrastructure Programme Implementation Plans (IPIP) for client departments.
Provide strategic and technical input into project scoping, feasibility assessments, and spatial planning for vertical infrastructure.
Standardise and enforce design norms, specifications, and quality assurance processes across all infrastructure projects.
Validate infrastructure business cases and technical reports submitted for funding approval.
Compile infrastructure performance reports, expenditure updates, and risk mitigation plans in accordance with DORA, PFMA, and National Treasury reporting frameworks.
Oversee procurement planning, bid evaluations, and contract award processes in collaboration with Supply Chain Management (SCM).
Ensure that all infrastructure projects comply with applicable legislation, including safety, environmental, heritage, and energy efficiency regulations.
Provide mentorship and professional guidance to junior engineers, technologists, and project managers within the department.
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