Jobs Available at The South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A formal NQF 7 qualification in Engineering (Civil) or Quantity Surveying.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience, of which at least 3 years must be in the built environment and 2 years in auditing infrastructure projects within the public sector.

ADVANTAGEOUS:

• Registration as a Professional Engineer/Engineering Technologist with ECSA or Professional Quantity Surveyor with SACQSP.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Extensive knowledge in Infrastructure/built environment field.
• Knowledge of engineering standards, codes and contract management principles.
• Proficiency in auditing project documentation including drawings, specifications and site records.
• Strong understanding of Quantity Surveying (QS) principles: measurement, cost estimating, bills of quantities, valuations, claims assessment, variation orders and final accounts.
• Ability to collect, analyze and verify financial and technical project data.
• Competence in performing site inspections and evaluating compliance with engineering and QS standards.
• Skill in identifying non-compliance, inefficiencies, delays and cost overruns.
• Knowledge of PFMA and Treasury Regulations.
• Proficiency in data analysis, risk management and internal control systems.
• Knowledge of project management principles and frameworks (e.g. COSO, PMBOK etc.)
• Ability to research, benchmark and provide advisory input to management.
• Strong reporting, mentoring and coaching skills

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Audit Planning

•  Define scope, objectives and methodology for construction audits.
• Identify project risks, control areas and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in developing audit programs and checklists specific to construction activities.
• Participate in the development of the annual audit plan.
• Obtain and analyse information from clients to plan engagements.
• Drafts engagement letters.
• Conduct risk and control assessment of assigned department or functional area in established/required timeline.
• Perform walk through procedures to test controls.
• Develop audit programme in the planning phase, including the need for and use of questionnaires, flowcharts and other instruments for information analysis.
• Discuss the engagement letter with the client in the opening meeting.

Audit Execution

• Source and analyse project documentation including contracts, cost reports, valuations and progress certificates.
• Evaluate the adequacy of internal controls and contract management practices.
• Perform site inspections to assess construction quality, adherence to specifications and compliance with QS processes (measurements, interim valuations, variations, claims)
• Identify and report non-compliance, inefficiencies, cost overruns and project risks.
• Follow up on agreed action plans to ensure implementation.

Audit Reporting

• Draft clear and professional audit reports highlighting weaknesses, risks and areas for improvement.
• Provide recommendations on economy, efficiency and effectiveness of project controls.
• Present findings to management and stakeholders during closing meetings.

Audit Project Quality 

• Review internal auditors and/or audit team outputs (quality assurance).
• Ensure compliance with IIA standards, internal methodologies and best practice frameworks.
• Drive continuous improvement in audit methodology.

Auditee / Engagement Management

• Engage with project managers, engineers and other stakeholders to gather information and validate findings.
• Coordinate with other assurance providers (internal/external audit, risk management, forensics, compliance) within a combined assurance model.

People Management

• Allocate tasks, monitor progress and ensure compliance with standards and deadlines.
• Transfer skills, foster professional growth and promote accountability within the audit team

Closing date for applications: 13 October 2026

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• A Bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 8) in the Built Environment, including Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Facilities Management, Property Management or equivalent.
• At least eight (8) years of related experience in asset management or facilities engineering.
• At least five (5) years' management experience.
• Professional Registration with ECSA (PrEng).

ADVANTAGEOUS

• Professional registration with SACPCMP or SAFMA or an equivalent recognised professional body.
• Ability to participate in technical audits, inspections and condition assessments across the national property portfolio.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of ISO 55001 Asset Management principles, lifecycle planning and asset optimisation.
• Knowledge of preventive, predictive and reliability-centred maintenance methodologies across building systems and infrastructure.
• Knowledge of engineering asset management, capital renewal planning and infrastructure investment strategies.
• Knowledge of GIAMA, PFMA, ISO 41001, National Building Regulations, SANS Standards and OHS legislation.
• Knowledge of IWMS, CAFM, BMS, GIS, SAP and other asset management systems.
• Knowledge of Green Building principles, energy management, ESG frameworks and environmental compliance.
• Understanding of technical risk management, infrastructure resilience and business continuity planning.
• Knowledge of budgeting, cost control and financial reporting.
• Contract administration, SLA management and supplier performance.
• Ability to develop lifecycle cost models, CAPEX programmes and investment business cases.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary technical teams and specialist service providers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Asset Lifecycle Management & Strategy

• Develop and implement the SANRAL Facilities Asset Management Strategy.
• Develop, implement and maintain Asset Management Plans (AMPs) for the national property portfolio.
• Lead asset lifecycle planning from acquisition through operation, renewal and disposal.
• Develop asset criticality frameworks and maintenance prioritisation models.
• Ensure alignment with ISO 55001 Asset Management principles and organisational objectives.
• Develop asset performance standards and lifecycle governance frameworks.
• Monitor asset performance and recommend strategic interventions to maximise asset value.
• Prepare and consolidate asset management reports and dashboards for national portfolio.
• Develop and coordinate Workspace planning, design and management of office space allocation.
• Laise and advise line managers to determine space planning requirement.

Maintenance & Infrastructure Management

• Develop and oversee preventative, predictive and reliability-centred maintenance programmes.
• Develop maintenance standards, technical specifications and engineering best practices.
• Oversee maintenance planning for electrical, mechanical, civil, structural, plumbing, HVAC, fire protection and building fabric assets.
• Monitor infrastructure performance, reliability and asset availability.
• Lead Building Condition Assessments (BCAs), Facility Condition Assessments (FCAs) and technical audits.
• Develop maintenance performance indicators and monitor maintenance effectiveness.

Capital Planning & Asset Optimisation

• Develop 5-year and 10-year Capital Replacement Plans.
• Lead infrastructure renewal and asset replacement programmes.
• Prepare capital investment business cases and lifecycle cost analyses.
• Develop long-term maintenance investment strategies.
• Optimise capital expenditure through lifecycle costing and asset performance analysis.
• Support infrastructure planning aligned with organisational growth and business requirements.

Technical Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with ISO 55001, ISO 41001, GIAMA, PFMA, Occupational Health and Safety Act, National Building Regulations and applicable legislation.
• Develop technical policies, standards, procedures and asset governance frameworks.
• Lead technical risk assessments and asset-related risk mitigation strategies.
• Support internal and external technical audits.
• Monitor statutory inspections and engineering compliance requirements.
• Ensure technical integrity and operational reliability of SANRAL's built assets.

Asset Information & Technology Management

• Lead the implementation and optimisation of Asset Management Systems, IWMS, CAFM and Building Management Systems (BMS).
• Develop asset information standards and data governance frameworks.
• Maintain the corporate asset register and ensure data integrity.
• Develop asset performance dashboards and management reporting.
• Promote data-driven decision-making using asset analytics and predictive maintenance technologies.
• Drive digital transformation initiatives within Asset Management.

Sustainability, Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Develop and implement sustainability initiatives across the property portfolio.
• Lead energy efficiency, water conservation and carbon reduction programmes.
• Support Green Star certification and ESG implementation initiatives.
• Identify emerging technologies and engineering best practices to improve asset performance.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in maintenance and asset management practices.
• Promote whole-life asset value and sustainable infrastructure management.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• The role requires regular national travel to SANRAL facilities and periodic exposure to construction sites, operational environments and maintenance activities, requiring strict adherence to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) legislation and organisational safety standards.
• Ability to work outside normal business hours when responding to critical asset failures or infrastructure emergencies.

Closing date for applications: 12 October 2026

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree/ Higher Diploma (NQF Level 7) in Facilities Management, Property Management, Engineering, Construction Management or another Built Environment discipline.
• At least eight (8) years of related experience in facilities management
• At least five (5) years' management experience.
• Certification: Project Management
• Professional Registration: Professional Membership with South African Facilities Management Association (SAFMA).

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of Strategic Facilities Management and Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) principles.
• Knowledge of operational planning, workplace management and service delivery.
• Knowledge of contract administration, SLA management and supplier performance.
• Knowledge of budgeting, cost control and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of PFMA, Treasury Regulations, OHS Act and governance frameworks.
• Knowledge of operational risk management and business continuity planning.
• Knowledge of SAP, IWMS, CAFM, Microsoft 365 and Power BI.
• Knowledge and training in Occupational Health and Safety.
• Ability to lead Facilities Management operations nationally.
• Ability to manage operational budgets.
• Ability to manage outsourced contractors and service providers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Facilities Operations Management

• Support implementation of the Facilities Management Strategy.
• Coordinate and Develop Facilities management business plans, SLA and client engagement.
• Lead the operational delivery of Facilities Management services across the national portfolio.
• Coordinate provincial Facilities Management operations.
• Coordinate operational resources and service delivery priorities.
• Monitor operational KPIs and service delivery standards.
• Ensure consistent implementation of operational procedures
• Drive operational efficiency and continuous improvement.

Integrated Facilities Services Management

• Manage integrated hard and soft Facilities Management services.
• Coordinate outsourced Facilities Management service providers.
• Monitor compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Ensure workplace services meet business requirements.
• Standardise operational practices nationally.
• Promote customer-focused service delivery.

Contract & Supplier Performance Management

• Manage contractor operational performance.
• Conduct SLA and KPI performance reviews.
• Monitor contractor compliance with contractual obligations.
• Resolve operational contractor issues.
• Support procurement and contract mobilisation.
• Maintain supplier performance records.

Financial Management & Operational Governance

• Prepare and manage operational budgets.
• Monitor operational expenditure.
• Ensure compliance with PFMA, Treasury Regulations and SANRAL policies.
• Benchmarking and adoption of industry best practice.
• Prepare operational reports and dashboards.
• Coordinate audit actions.
• Drive operational governance.

Risk, Compliance & Business Continuity

• Manage operational risk.
• Ensure Occupational Health and Safety compliance.
• Coordinate Business Continuity activities.
• Support emergency preparedness.
• Monitor statutory compliance.
• Drive operational resilience.

Stakeholder Leadership & Operational Excellence

• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead Facilities Management operational meetings.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement.
• Lead and develop operational teams.
• Promote service excellence.

Closing date for applications: 12 October 2026