Jobs at Western Cape Department of Infrastructure

Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has opportunities for suitably qualified and competent individuals to render an acquisition and contract management services. 

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year B-Degree equivalent or higher qualification; A minimum of 3 years experience in a Supply Chain Management/Finance/Audit environment.

Key Performance Areas    

• Manage forms of bidding (competitive, limited, transversal and unsolicited) including policy.
• Perform the related activities to the functioning of the SCM committee system, inclusive of the secretariat service; Manage quotation procurement (written and verbal), emergency procurement and petty cash procurement;
• Manage forms of specialised procurement (consultants, IT, infrastructure/construction, roster, list of selected suppliers) policy, as well as managing the participating in contracts arranged by other organs of state policy;
• Facilitate, renew, extend and cancel contracts; Process contract amendments, contract breach and/or disputes and administer contract negotiations;
• Monitor and report on contracts and collate data for contract performance and relations.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Relevant legislative and regulatory requirements pertaining to Supply Chain Management; Monitoring and evaluation methods, tools and techniques;
• Business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modelling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources;
• Principles and processes for providing customer and personal services, including needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction; Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations and guidelines; SCM Regulations, practice notes, circulars, policy frameworks;
• Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act and its associated regulations. Skills needed: Communication & Information management; Proven computer literacy; Numeracy; Project management; Planning and orgainising; Problem-solving and decision-making; Team membership.

Remuneration    
R 468 459 - R 561 894 per annum(Salary Level 9)

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Job Purpose    

• Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has opportunities for two (2) suitably qualified and competent individuals to manage, plan and coordinate the execution of road construction and maintenance activities. The successful incumbent will be required to assist the District Roads Engineer with the management and protection of the proclaimed provincial road network. 

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate Civil Engineering Degree (B Eng/ BSC (Eng)) or relevant qualification; A minimum of 3 years post-qualification engineering experience required; Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional  Engineer; A valid code B driving licence.

Key Performance Areas    

• Provide comment and recommendations on development applications affecting the proclaimed road network; Develop mechanisms and procedures to counteract illegal activity effecting the proclaimed road network; Identify road safety problems, develop and implement remedial measures;
• Coordinate and manage in-house road construction, reseal, regravel and specialised routine road maintenance activities conducted at the Regional Office and District Municipalities;
• Develop procedures and methods to improve on productivity and quality of inhouse projects;
• Manage acceptance and quality control procedures and compile design standard specifications for inhouse projects; Compile tender documentation and technical specifications for the acquisition of road building and maintenance material as well as other road services;
• Undertake other duties in support of the District Road Engineer; Extensive relevant experience and working knowledge of the following will be advantageous:
• Road-built environment;
• Management of road construction and maintenance projects; Road planning, design and financial management; Project management; Construction equipment and effective implementation thereof; Supply chain and procurement processes, Environmental legislation and Occupational Health and Safety regulations.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Land use planning, economics, relevant legislation, regulations, policies and acts; Road design and construction; Project management; Strategic capability and leadership; Professional judgement; Networking. Skills needed: Financial management; Written and verbal communication; Analytical; Computer-aided engineering applications; Research and development; Technical report writing; Problem solving.

Remuneration    
Grade A: R 879 342 - R 938 061 per annum; Grade B: R 990 669 - R 1 067 235 per annum; Grade C: R 1 127 100 - R 1 323 267 per annum (Salary will be determined based on post registration experience as per OSD prescript)

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a qualified and competent individual to render a service with regard to capacity building among internal and external stakeholders. 

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years experience in Supply Chain Management/Finance/Audit environment.

Key Performance Areas    

• Design, develop and implement a comprehensive capacity-building program to strengthen acquisition and contract management skills across the organisation;
• Identify skills gaps and create targeted training materials, workshops and programs tailored to procurement, contract management, and supply chain management;
• Facilitate capacity building in SCM, by the rollout of training initiatives, collaborating with other departments to ensure programs are well integrated with existing processes and meet organizational goals;
• Manage, co-ordinate, monitor and facilitate the successful implementation of capacity building initiatives in SCM, by engaging with internal stakeholders across various departments to understand capacity-building needs, challenges, and opportunities within acquisition and contract management;
• Implement the supply chain management system by using data analytics and employee feedback to continually improve acquisition and contract management methodologies;
• Prepare reports for leadership on program impact, recommending adjustments to improve outcomes;
• Draft and implement departmental policies and standard operating procedures with reference to capacity building in SCM (Acquisition and Contract Management).

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Relevant legislative and regulatory requirements pertaining to Supply Chain Management; Supply Chain Management; Planning and organising; Problem solving and decision making; Project mangement; Communication and information management; Team membership. 

Remuneration    

• R 468 459 - - R 561 894 per annum (Salary level 9)

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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)

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has opportunities for two (2) qualified individuals to render technical services and support in engineering research, design, manufacturing, operations and maintenance.

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma in Megatronic/ Mechanical Engineering or relevant qualification;
• Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as an Engineering Technician: Mechanical/Mechatronics;
• A minimum of 3 years relevant post qualification technical (engineering) experience; A valid driving license (Code B or higher).

Recommendation    

• Exposure to the fleet maintenance industry: Procurement; Economic life schedules; Oils analysis programmes and Heavy load transport normal/abnormal.

Key Performance Areas    

• Render technical services: Assist engineers, technologists and associates in field, workshop and technical office activities; Promote safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements; Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology and produce technical designs with specifications and submit for evaluation and approval by the relevant authority;
• Perform administrative and related functions;
• Provide input into the budgeting process as required;
• Compile and submit reports as required; Provide and consolidate inputs to the technical/engineering operational plan; Develop, implement and maintain databases; Supervise and control technical and related personnel and assets; Research and development:
• Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures; Research/literature studies on technical engineering technology to improve expertise; Liaise with relevant stakeholders on engineering related matters.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Technical: Project Management; Technical design and analysis; Research and development; Computer-aided engineering applications; AutoCAD drawing; Legal compliance; Technical report writing; Technical consulting;
• Generic: Problem solving and analysis; Decision making; Team work; Creativity; Customer focus and responsiveness; Communication (written and verbal); Computer skills; People Management; Planning and Organising; Change Management; Good analytical.

Remuneration    

• Grade A: R 371 253- R 396 522 per annum (Salary will be determined based on post registration experience as per OSD prescribed).

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to monitor and enforce compliance in terms of relevant legislation (Chapter 7 of National Environmental Management Act, 107 of 1998). The successful incumbent must be willing to travel when required. 

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate Honours Degree in Environmental or related fields; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence.

Key Performance Areas    

• Review of environmental impact assessment applications and related documentation in terms of the relevant environmental legislation;
• Provide advice, support and comments regarding environmental impact assessment and related regulatory and substantive requirements, including to Municipalities, other organs of state and members of the public in terms of integrated environmental management; To support the Programme to develop and maintain environmental impact assessment and related policies, guidelines, norms and standards;
• To support the Programme to development and/or implement projects related to integrated environmental management; Promote and maintain intergovernmental relations and cooperative governance efforts and initiatives, including representing the Directorate, Chief Directorate, Department or Province on various Intergovernmental Relations (IGR) forums; Working and providing a service to the public and maintain good relationships with the public and other external stakeholders, including representing the Directorate, Chief Directorate, Department or Province on various forums;
• The following will have advantageous: Relevant experience in the following: Undertaking or review of EIA applications, applicable to Roads, or Road furniture and related assets, example Borrowpits or Structures; Environmental awareness raising or advising, applicable to Roads, or Road furniture and related assets, example Borrowpits or Structures; Registered with EAPASA as a Candidate EAP or as an EAP; Working knowledge of the following: Environmental management systems; Integrated Environmental Management, including applicable legislation and policies; Methodologies and techniques for evaluation of environmental impact assessments, environmental management plans, as well as environmental monitoring and auditing.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Integrated environmental management; Law reform and formulation of policy;
• Undertaking/review of environmental impact assessment applications and related integrated environmental management instruments, including relevant legislation; Good communication (written and verbal) skills;
• Development and practical implementation of environmental policies, guidelines, norms and standards; General Project Management; Balanced environmental knowledge including biophysical knowledge of the functioning of ecosystems, interactions and other environmental aspects; Development and practical implementation of environmental policies, guidelines, norms and standards. 

Remuneration    

• R 498 816 - R 690 237 per annum (OSD as prescribed). 

Closing Date    
2025/12/01

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has opportunities for suitably qualified and competent individuals to plan and execute inspections for new and maintenance work on project sites and ensure that work is being done in compliance with relevant regulations and legislation at Education Facilities in the Western Cape. 

Minimum Requirements    

• A National Diploma (T/N/S streams) or equivalent; or N3 certificate (or higher) and a passed trade test in the building industry; or Registration as an Engineering Technician; A minimum of 3 years appropriate experience; A valid code B drivers licence.

Key Performance Areas    

• Responsible for delivery of infrastructure maintenance, upgrading and minor new works;
• Ensure that project management and administrative principles are applied to each project; Liaison with external service providers;
• Responsible for PERMIS, mentorship and development; Ensure socio-economic impact is maintained; Ensure that Facility Condition Assessments (FCAs), as per Government Immovable Assets Management Act (No.19 of 2007) are delivered consistently. Experience in the following will be advantageous: Preparation of specifications, plans and working drawings; Interpreting of Bill of Quantities (BOQ); Technical experience in the following: Building contracts and contract administration; Occupational health and safety act and regulations.

Competencies    

• Knowledge and understanding of the following: Facets of the construction industry and National Building Regulations; Construction regulations within the Occupational Health and Safety Act; Skills needed: Computer literacy (MS Office: Word & Excel); Report writing; Excellent communication skills at project management level (verbal and written).

Remuneration    

• R 397 116 - R 467 790 per annum (Salary level 8)

Closing Date    
2025/12/01

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has anopportunity for a competent individual to perform and/or supervise technical design, production, operation and maintenance services. 

Minimum Requirements    

• Appropriate Trade Test Certificate in Sheet Metal or Fabrication; A minimum of 5 years post qualification experience as an Artisan; A valid Code B (or higher) driving licence. 

Key Performance Areas    

• Design: Produce designs according to client specification and within limits of production capability;
• Production: Produce objects with material and equipment according to job specification and recognised standards, Quality assurance of produced objects; Maintenance: Inspect equipment and/or facilities for technical faults; repair equipment and facilities according to standards;
• Test repair equipment and/or facilities against specifications; service equipment and/or facilities according to schedule; Quality assures serviced and maintained equipment and/or facilities; Perform administrative related functions: Compile and submit reports; update register of maintained and repaired faults; Obtain quotations and purchase (order) required equipment and materials; provide inputs to the operational plan; Maintain expertise: Continuous individual development to keep up with new technologies and procedures;
• The following will have advantageous: Work experience in a Sign manufacturing environment, or other steel manufacturing related environment; Understanding of production and optimisation of a production line will be beneficial.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Technical analysis and Legal Compliance; Technical report writing; Team leadership; Computer-aided technical applications; Production, process knowledge and skills; Problem solving and analysis; Skills needed: Decision making; Teamwork; Analytical skills; Creativity; Selfmanagement; Customer focus and responsiveness; Planning and organising; Proven computer literacy; Conflict Management; Communication (Written and verbal).

Remuneration    

• R 397 116 - R 467 790 per annum (OSD as prescribed.)

Closing Date    
2025/12/01

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to provide an administrative support service to the Chief Director.

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 1 year administrative experience.

Key Performance Areas    

• Rendering administrative support services;
• Ensure and advise on the effective flow of information, documents and communications to and from the office of the senior manager; Draft, collect and compile documents as required; Provide support to the senior manager with the administration of the budget;
• Process payments and other claims; Collect, analyse and collate information and compile reports; Analyse the relevant public service and departmental prescripts, policirs, procedures, delegations and other documents; Remain up to date with these to ensure efficient and effective support to the senior manager.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Project management systems; Information management; BAS or similar system; eWorks or similar system; MyContent or similar system.
• Skills needed: Proven computer Literacy; Written and verbal communication; Organising; Planning; Report writing; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Remuneration    

• R 325 101 - R 382 959 per annum (Salary level 7)

Closing Date    
2025/12/01

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a competent individual to manage and supervise the road worker maintenance teams while performing road maintenance on Proclaimed Road Network in the Overberg Area. 

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 10 (or equivalent qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience; A valid (Code EC) driving licence with a professional driving permit (PDP). 

Key Performance Areas    

• Manage and supervise a Team; Plan, supervise and undertake road maintenance activities; Determine material quantities for road maintenance activities; Define road defects and undertake corrective measures; Safeguard work areas in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act; Train subordinates; Experience in the following will be advantageous: Civil construction activities; Operating large construction machines; Management and supervision of staff; Administrative related experience.

Competencies    

• Good understanding of the maintenance and repair of defect on roads and within road reserves; Conflict and diversity management; Skills needed: Communication (verbal and written); Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Ability to work in a team; Self-motivated.

Remuneration    

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

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to plan and execute inspections for new and maintenance work on project sites and ensure that works are being done in compliance with relevant regulations and legislation at Education Facilities in the Western Cape.

Minimum Requirements    

• A National Diploma (T/N/S streams) or equivalent; or N3 certificate (or higher) and a passed trade test in the mechanical environment; or Registration as a Mechanical Engineering Technician; A minimum of 3 years relevant experience; A valid code B (or higher) driving license.

Key Performance Areas    

• Deliver infrastructure maintenance, upgrading and minor new work of Education Facilities;
• Project management and administration in respect of scheduled and unscheduled maintenance works, executed by contractors; Manage the activities of contractors on construction sites, and exercise quality control on projects;
• Preparation of tender documentation, specifications, and Bills of Quantities, analyse and compile;
• Project documentation; Budget preparation and estimates of costs for proposed maintenance repair works;
• The assessment, preparation, compilation and submission of facility condition reports of Health and Education Facilities; Maintain and report progress consistently to the department management information system and back up documents and information to the database; It will be advantageous to have appropriate experience in the following:
• Mechanical environment and contract administration with regards to the installation and maintenance of lifts, air-conditioning, refrigeration, fire-fighting equipment, fire alarms, pumps, and stand-by generators; Preparation of specifications, plans and working drawings and the ability to interpret Bills of Quantities; Technical experience of mechanical matters, familiar with contract administration, Occupational Health and Safety Act and relevant regulations.

Competencies    

• Knowledge and understanding of the following: Facets of the construction industry and National Building Regulations; Latest SANS 1238:2005, 1287-1:2007, 1287-2:2007, 1424:2013, 10173:2003, 1744:2017 and SANS 10142 [Electrical wiring code], compilation of specifications and tender regulations.
• Skills needed: Computer literacy; Technical report writing; Communication (written and verbal) at project management level; Customer focus and responsiveness; Quality Management; Scope Change Management; Conflict Management; Problem solving and analysis; Planning and organising; Contract Management; Ability to work well within a team.

Remuneration    

• R 397 116 - R 467 790 per annum (Salary level 8)

Closing Date    
2025/12/01

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent Engineer to perform all aspects of varied innovative and complex engineering activities that result in progress in technology and engineering applications. 

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate Engineering Degree [B Eng/BSc (Eng)] or relevant qualification; Three years post qualification engineering experience required; Compulsory registration with ECSA as a professional engineer; A valid code B driving licence.

Key Performance Areas    

• Design new systems to solve practical engineering challenges and improve efficiency and enhance safety:
• Plan, design, operate and maintain engineering projects; Develop cost effective solutions according to standards;
• Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology; Develop tender specifications;
• Ensure through evaluation that planning and design by others is done according to sound engineering principles and according to norms and standards and code of practice; Approve engineering works according to prescribed norms and standards; Human capital development:
• Ensure training and development of technicians, technologists and candidate engineers to promote skills/knowledge transfer and adherence to sound engineering principles and code of practice; Supervise the engineering work and processes; Administer performance management and development; Office administration and budget planning:
• Manage resources and prepare and consolidate inputs for the facilitation of resource utilization;
• Ensure adherence to regulations and procedures for procurement and personnel administration; Monitor and control expenditure; Report on expenditure and service delivery; Research and development: Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures;
• Research/literature studies on engineering technology to improve expertise; Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering-related matters; The following will be advantageous: B Eng/BSc in all Engineering fields will be considered with relevant work experience;
• Exposure of asset management principles, technical methods, financials, systems and techniques; Experience in the implementation of strategies and policies related to the management of road infrastructure; Exposure of human resource, supply chain and contract management; Experience in financial motivation or project preparation for funding requirements; Advance experience in the use of Microsoft Office, Asset Management systems, GIS and other software /databases programs HDM4, dTIMS, IQMS; Further studies or courses.

Competencies    

• Technical knowledge as follows: Programme and Project Management; Engineering design and analysis;
• Research and development; Computer-aided engineering applications; Knowledge of legal compliance and formulation of policies in a multi-disciplinary professional environment; Knowledge of public sector procurement; Technical report writing;
• Creating high performance culture; Professional judgement; Networking; Generic: Decision making; Team leadership; Analytical skills; Creativity; Self-management; Financial Management; Customer focus and responsiveness; Communication; Proven computer literacy (MS Office);Planning and organizing; Conflict Management; Problem solving and analysis; People Management; Change Management; Innovation; Willingness to travel on a regular basis; Ability to work under pressure.

Remuneration    

• Grade A: R 879 342 - R 938 061 per annum; Grade B: R 990 669 - R 1 067 235 per annum; Grade C: R 1 127 100 - R 1 323 267 per annum (Salary willbe determined based on post registration experience as per OSD prescript).

Closing Date    
2025/12/01

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has opportunities for two (2) suitably qualified and competent individuals to render technical services and support in engineering research, design, manufacturing, operations and maintenance. 

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma in Electrical Engineering or relevant qualification; Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as an Engineering Technician; A minimum of 3 years relevant post qualification technical (Engineering) experience; A valid code B driving licence.

Key Performance Areas    

• Render technical services; Assist Engineers, Technologists and associates in field, workshop, and technical office activities;
• Promote safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements;
• Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology and review and or produce technical designs with specifications and submit for evaluation and approval by the relevant authority;
• Perform administrative and related functions;
• Provide input into the budgeting process as required; Compile and submit reports as required;
• Provide and consolidate inputs to the technical/engineering operational plan; Develop, implement and maintain databases and supervise and control technical and related personnel and assets;
• Research and development; Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures;
• Research/literature studies on technical engineering technology to improve expertise and liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering related matters.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Technical: Project Management knowledge and experience: Technical design and analysis knowledge;
• Research and development; Computer-aided engineering; AutoCAD drawing; Knowledge of legal compliance; Technical report writing; Technical consulting; Generic: Problem solving and analysis; Decision making;  Team work; Creativity; Customer focus and responsiveness; Communication; Computer skills; People Management; Planning and Organising; Change Management; Good analytical, interpersonal and organisational skills; Good verbal and written communication skills; Computer literacy (MS Project, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). 

Remuneration    

• Grade A: R 391 671 - R 418 332 per annum; Grade B: R 442 389 - R 473 778 per annum; Grade C: R 498 816- R 586 665 per annum, (Salary will be determined based on post registration experience as per OSD prescribed)

Closing Date    
2025/12/01

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a competent individual to manage and supervise specialized road worker maintenance teams, with specific reference to a Concrete Works, as well as assistance with duties attached to the maintenance and construction activities of the Proclaimed Road Network. 

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 10 (or equivalent qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience; A valid (Code EC) driving licence with a professional driving permit (PDP). 

Key Performance Areas    

• Management of Concrete Team during construction and maintenance of the Proclaimed Road Network; Construction of new concrete structures with the ability to read drawings and bending schedules; Install shuttering, staging, reinforcement, mixing, pouring and finishing of concrete;
• Requisition of materials; Operation and maintenance of plant (concrete mixer, poker, vibrator, drill, skill saw and flat truck); Operating of various types of machinery and  equipment;
• Repair and maintain roads, ground shoulder and waterways;
• Supervision and utilization of labourers to ensure effective management of subordinates; Perform generic administrative functions pertaining to the post; Extensive experience and knowledge of the following will be advantageous: Civil Concrete works; Safety precautions whilst operating  machinery and equipment; Operating general minor and large construction machines; Management and Supervision of staff; Usage of small tools and equipment; Tar and gravelled road surfaces. 

Competencies    

• Good understanding of the following: Operating of concrete construction related machines; Interpretation of basic civil drawing pertaining to concrete works; Operation and maintenance of plant (concrete mixer, poker, vibrator, drill, skill saw and flat truck); Skills needed: Supervisory skills; Communication (verbal and written); Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Ability to work in a team; Self-motivated.

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

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to manage all aspects of the sub-programme for the management and implementation of capital infrastructure projects in line with the Western Cape Government values for the Chief Directorate: General Infrastructure, Branch Public Works. 

Minimum Requirements    

• Engineering degree (B Eng/ BSC (Eng) or relevant qualification; Six years post qualification experience required as a registered professional Engineer; Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer; A valid driving licence. Or
• B-Degree in Architecture or relevant qualification; A minimum of 6 years post qualification architectural experience; Compulsory registration with SACAP as a professional Architect; A valid driving licence. Or
• B-Degree in Quantity Surving or relevant Qualification; Six years post qualification Quantity Survey experience required; Compulsory registration with SACQSP as a professional Quantity Surveyor; A valid driving licence. Or
• BTech or higher qualification (Built Environment field) with a certificate in Project Management as recognised by SACPCMP;
• A minimum of 6 years’ experience as a registered Professional Construction Project Manager with the SACPCMP;
• Compulsory registration with the SACPCMP as a Professional Construction Project Manager on appointment; A valid driving licence.

Key Performance Areas    

• Manage professional in-house project teams and relevant committees for a particular project or group of projects;
• Manage the procurement process of projects; Monitor, control and report on project/programme implementation; Development, interpretation and customisation of policies, strategies, plans, procedures and criteria of all infrastructure programmes and projects; Identify and extract information to assist client departments with the drafting of their user asset management plan;
• Research and study literature to keep abreast of new technologies and procedures, including interaction with professional councils, boards and organisations; Assisting technical staff to achieve the pre-determined performance indicators and service delivery imperatives; Management of framework, term service and consultant agreements including appointments, management, payment processes.

Competencies    

• Working knowledge of the following: Contract documentation and administration; Relevant built environment legislation including Occupational Health and Safety (OHS-Act),
• National Building Regulations, SANS 10400; Programme and Project Management;
• Research and planning procedures for projects; Financial Management; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Proven computer literacy; Leadership, teamwork and organising skills; Conflict Management skills and the ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines..

Remuneration    

• Chief Engineer - Grade A, All-inclusive salary package of R 1 266 450 per annum (OSD as prescribed); 
• Chief Construction Project Manager – Grade A, All-inclusive salary package of R1 266 450 per annum (OSD as prescribed);
• Chief Architect – Grade A, All-inclusive salary package of R 1 099 488 per annum (OSD as prescribed); 
• Chief Quantity Surveyor – Grade A, All-inclusive salary package of R 1 099 488 per annum (OSD as prescribed).

Closing Date    
2025/12/01