Operator: Construction and Specialised Maintenance (Botrivier), Ref No. DOI 191/2024 R1 at Western Cape Department of Infrastructure

Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a Operator to support road specialists in the construction and maintenance of the Proclaimed Road Network and within the road reserves. 

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 10 certificate or equivalent; A minimum of 3 years experience operating various Constuction machinery on road construction and maintenance; A valid code EC driving license with a professional driving permit (PDP).

Key Performance Areas    

• Operate various types of Construction Machinery; Support road specialists in the construction, maintenance and repair of roads; Perform manual labor; Undertake general duties to support road specialists with the construction, maintenance and repair and cleaning of roads which may include maintenance or improvement of road surfaces, road reserves, road signs and road markings, waterways and structures and related activities; Supervision and utilization of labourers to ensure effective management of subordinates; Perform generic administrative functions pertaining to the post; Appropriate working knowledge and experience in the following will be advantageous: Construction, maintenance and repair of roads; Operating of minor construction machinery and hand tools; Civil construction activities; Operating general minor and large construction machines; Management and Supervision of staff. 

Competencies    

• Proven knowledge of Construction and Specialised Maintenance Machinery, i.e.: Excavator, Digger Loader, Tipper Truck, Mechanical Broom, Sit-on Tandem Roller, Water Truck, Frontend Loader, Line Marking Machine; Verbal and written communication skills; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Reliable; Able to work in a Team. 

Remuneration    

• R 193 359 - R 227 766 per annum (Salary level 4)