EASTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS & INFRASTRUCTURE 

APPLICATIONS : Applications must be submitted only via the provincial e-recruitment system accessible at: https://ecprov.gov.za and/or at https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za

The Provincial e-Recruitment System is available 24/7 and closes at 23: 59 on the Closing Date. To report any e-Recruitment System challenges send an email with your (i) ID Number, (ii) profile email address, (iii) details of your issue to: e-recruitment-bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za. Do not send any applications to this email address; should you do so, your applications/ CV will be regarded as lost and will not be considered. Technical support is limited to working hours: (08:00-16:30 Mon-Thursday and 08:00-16:00 on Friday). Direct all enquiries to the specified enquiries person or email Address. Hand-delivered, emailed, Faxed, Posted applications will not be accepted. 

CLOSING DATE : 11 September 2026. Applications received after closing date will not be considered. 

NOTE : Applications must be submitted on a duly completed New Z83 form (effective from 01 January 2021), e-Recruitment System automatically generates Z83 immediately you press apply and generate Z83. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents upon application but must submit a fully completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae. NB: Z83 in the e-recruitment system is currently not signable; so, applicants who submitted applications via the e-recruitment system will not be disqualified for an unsigned Z83 instead will be requested to sign on/or before the interview day. View the list of the positions you applied for on “My Job Applications” and do note that the system Z83 does not reflect work experience and qualifications, however, every detail of your information does reflect to the Recruitment team. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, and other relevant documents (like a copy of Permanent Resident Permit for Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit Holders to HR on or before the interview date. Failure to submit all the required documents will disqualify the application. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within six (6) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Selected candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record check, citizenship verification, financial/asset record check, qualification/ study verification and previous employment verification). All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The Selection Panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic Managerial Competency Assessment in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of Competency-based Assessment. Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes. Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/ knowledge test. The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. SMS pre-entry certificate (Nyukela) must be submitted prior appointment. Full details can be sourced by following the link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme. Successful candidates will be appointed on a probation period of twelve 12/24 months. It is the objective to address the Employment Equity Affirmative Action Measures in line with the Employment Equity Plan and to achieve equitable representation across race and gender. The EE targets of the recruiting Department will be adhered to although the applications are welcome from all racial groups. The Recruiting Department reserves the right to amend/ review/ withdraw the advertised posts if by so doing, the best interest of the department will be well served. (Females and People with Disabilities are also requested to apply and indicate such in their applications). Misrepresentation in the application documents will result in automatic disqualification and disciplinary action in the event the candidate has already been appointed. Note: Due to austerity measures, the Department will not carry any related costs (transport, accommodation, and meals) for candidates attending pre-selection assessment/s and interviews. 

OTHER POSTS

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: LEASES REF NO: DPWI 15/07/2026 

SALARY : R605 742 per annum (Level 10) 

CENTRE : Queenstown 

REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate. Degree/ National Diploma (NQF Level 6 as recognized by SAQA) in Law/Real Estate/ Property Management/ Town & Regional Planning. 3 years’ experience in supervisory level or SL7/8 and in Property Management. A valid driver's license. Knowledge And Skills: Knowledge, understanding and application of the legislative framework that governs the Public Service. Knowledge and understanding of lease administration and contract administration. Knowledge and understanding of Revenue management and billing processes. Knowledge of property valuation principles. Knowledge of SCM processes relating to leasing. Knowledge of municipal billing systems and contract management. Financial analysis (lease billing, municipal accounts). Stakeholder engagement. Negotiation skills. Report writing. Problem-solving. Coordination and planning. 

DUTIES : Coordinate administration of income leases agreements for state-owned properties. Coordinate administration and maintenance of income lease agreements for state-owned properties. Facilitate processing, approval, and execution of lease agreements in line with policy. Monitor alignment of lease agreements with market-related valuations and departmental guidelines. Monitor compliance with lease conditions and facilitate corrective interventions. Oversee accurate updating of lease registers and submission of lease information for billing. Coordinate termination and renewal of income leases. Coordinate identification of leases due for termination or renewal. Facilitate preparation and communication of termination and renewal processes. Monitor compliance with contractual and legal requirements. Oversee property exit inspections, documentation, and asset safeguarding. Monitor updating of lease records and financial systems. Coordinate management of Municipal services accounts for leased properties. Coordinate verification and administration of municipal accounts for state-owned properties. Monitor accuracy of billing information and alignment with tariff structures. Facilitate submission of verified payments to finance for processing. Monitor reconciliation of municipal accounts and resolve discrepancies. Maintain accurate records of municipal payments and property-related financial obligations. Coordinate Lease related SCM processes and revenue-generating lease initiatives. Coordinate SCM processes relating to leasing and disposal of state-owned properties. Facilitate preparation and submission of bid documentation and lease agreements. Support implementation of revenue-generating lease initiatives. Coordinate feasibility assessments and approval processes for property development opportunities. Monitor progress of leasing initiatives and ensure compliance with SCM prescripts. Supervise the allocated resources. Maintain high standards by ensuring that the team / section produces excellent work in terms of quality / quantity and timeliness. Resolve problems of motivation and control with minimum guidance from manager. Delegate functions to staff based on individual potential provide the necessary guidance and support and afford staff adequate training and development opportunities. Ensure timeously development of job description and implementation of Work Plans and Personal Development Plans (PDP’s) for all employees in the sub-directorate. Manage daily employee performance and ensure timely Performance Assessments of all subordinates. Ensure management, maintenance and safekeeping of assets 

ENQUIRIES : Ms. N. Ndawo Tel No: (045) 807 6676 / Ms. S. Nenene Tel No: (045) 807 6677 / Mr. S. Gongqa at 083 627 2151 

e-recruitment Technical Enquires: erecruitment-bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za

NOTE : EE Target: Youth, White Male 

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: DEMAND MANAGEMENT REF NO: DPWI 21/07/2027 

SALARY : R487 197 per annum (Level 09) 

CENTRE : Gqeberha 

REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate/ National Diploma (NQF level 6 as recognised by SAQA) in Supply Chain Management / Logistics / Operations Management / Public Management / Public Administration /Purchase Management/ Procurement with three years’ experience at supervisory level or salary level 7/8 in Demand Management. A valid driver’s licence. Knowledge and Skills: National Treasury Prescripts and Circulars, Provincial Treasury Prescripts and Circulars, SCM Delegations, Policies and Prescripts, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations of 2016, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Applicable Legislation and Prescripts, CIBD, BBBEE, PPPFA, Policies and Procedures. People Management, Report Writing, Computer Literacy, Negotiation, Communication and Information Management, Presentation, Analytical, Budget and Financial Management, Motivational, Conflict Resolution / Problem Solving.

DUTIES : Facilitate the development of procurement plans for the District (threshold below R500 000): Liaise with programme heads to source inputs, Analyse and verify the plans in consultation with the programmes/units, Align the draft procurement plan with the allocated budget, Consolidate the District procurement plan, Monitor, review and assess existing plans and report and check compliance on the submitted RFQS and RFP’s, Monitor spending analysis of the procurement plan and submit reports. Conduct needs analysis of the district: Verify past spending of the district, compare stores against procurement plan, advise on District needs planning and spending, and assess District future needs. Perform commodity/industry analysis: Check available commodities in the market to meet the requirements of the district; conduct industry analysis to determine the types of industries; perform life cycle cost analysis for the district; provide an updated price index. Monitor the procurement process for goods and services: Ensure timeous procurement of goods/services; ensure value for money in the procurement of goods/services; advise during Bid Specification Committee (BSC) sittings; monitor compliance with SCM prescripts; monitor safekeeping of BID documents; compile monthly, quarterly, and annual reports. Supervise the allocated resources: Maintain high standards by ensuring that the team/section produces excellent work in terms of quality/quantity and timeliness, Resolve problems of motivation and control with minimum guidance from manager, Delegate functions to staff based on individual potential provide the necessary guidance and support and afford staff adequate training and development opportunities, Ensure timeously development of job description and implementation of Work Plans and Personal Development Plans (PDP’s) for all employees in the Chief Directorate. Manage daily employee performance and ensure timely Performance Assessments of all subordinates. Ensure management, maintenance, and safekeeping of assets. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms C. Bermoskie at 083 797 8135 / Mr. S. Damane at 083 797 8135 

e-recruitment Technical Enquiries: e-recruitment-bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za

NOTE : EE Target: White Female 

SCM OFFICER: ACQUISITION MANAGEMENT (X5 POSTS) 

SALARY : R338 106 per annum (Level 07) 

Bisho Ref No: DPWI 35/07/2026 (X2 Posts) 

Mount Ayliff Ref No: DPWI 36/07/2026 

Gqeberha Ref No: DPWI 37/07/2026 

Queenstown Ref No: DPWI 38/07/2026 

REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate/ National Diploma in SCM/Logistics/ Cost & Management Accounting/ Financial Accounting/Financial Information System/Public Management/Public Administration (NQF Level 06) with 1-2 years’ experience in Acquisition Management. A valid driver’s license. Knowledge And Skills: National Treasury Prescripts and Circulars, Provincial Treasury Prescripts and Circulars, SCM Delegations, Policies and Prescripts, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations of 2016, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Applicable Legislation and Prescripts, CIBD, BBBEE, PPPFA, Policies and Procedures. Good Communication Skills (verbal & written), Computer Literate, Planning and Organising. 

DUTIES : Render acquisition services, compile the request for quotation documents, Verify registration of service providers identified on LOGIS, Execute the bidding / quotation process, Publish tender invitations. Send request for quotation documents to the identified service providers, Receive and open bid / quotation documents, Print CSD report, Check compliance, completeness and accuracy of documents received. Evaluate quotations received in line with SCM prescripts and make recommendations, Publish tender award where applicable, Conduct compliance check on documentation, utilize standard checklist to confirm policy compliance regarding quotes, Send complete document for verification, Record the received quotation documents on the quotation register for the end user to collect, Submit complete documentation for further processing at Logistics Management. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms S. Zazini at 066 489 6117/ Mr L Maliti at 066 489 6117 

for Mount Ayliff posts: Ms O. Mailula at 060 979 3691/ Ms N. Gcabi at 060 979 3691 

Ms. N. Ndawo at 083 627 2151/ Ms. S. Nenene at 083 627 2151 / Mr. S. Mpumlwana at 083 627 2151 

Ms C. Bermoskie at 083 797 8135 / Mr. S.Damane at 083 797 8135 

e-recruitment Technical Enquiries: e-recruitment-bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za

NOTE : Bisho (EE Target: Youth Indian Female and Youth White Female) 

Mount Ayliff (EE Target: White Male with Disability) 

Gqeberha (EE Target: Coloured Male with Disability) 

SECURITY OFFICER REF NO: DPWI 77/07/2026 

SALARY : R170 226 per annum (Level 03) 

CENTRE : Queenstown 

REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate. Basic security officer’s course Grade C registration with Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA). A valid driver’s license and 0 – 2 years’ work-related experience required. Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of access control procedures, Knowledge of measures of control and movement of equipment & stores, Knowledge of admission control and visitor management procedures, Knowledge of prescribed security prescripts and procedures e.g Minimum Information Security Standard (MISS), Minimum Physical Security Standards (MPSS), Protection of Information Act, Criminal Procedure Act, Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act, Protection of Information Act, Emergency Procedures, Knowledge of PSIRA requirements and security officer conduct, Knowledge of Security patrol procedures, Knowledge of Batho Pele principles. Communication skills, Computer Literacy, Listening Skills, Conflict Handling, Observation skills, Basic incident handling skills, Time Management, Ability to read and write. 

DUTIES : Perform access control functions. Determine appointments or services that the visitors require. Contact relevant employee to confirm appointments or refer visitors to the relevant service delivery point. Complete or ensure that the admission control register is completed. Issue admission control documents/cards as required. Escort visitors to relevant employees/venues where required. Ensure that unauthorized persons and dangerous objects do not enter the building/premises. Follow-up on incidents. Undertake building/premises patrols Identify and check doors are locked or unlocked as required. Check water leaks and that taps are closed Identify and check fire hazards, exposed electrical contacts and other fire hazards Check lights, switch on and off as required. Check suspicious objects and packages and report. Apply emergency procedures. Ensure safe keeping of equipment, documents and stores of the Department Complete registers to control the movement of equipment, stores and documents. Confirm that no equipment, stores and assets of the department leave the building/premises unauthorized. Inspect vehicles entering and leaving the premises. Gather information and report on missing and stolen equipment and stores. Handle documents at pints of entry according to classification and the prescript. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms. N. Ndawo at 083 627 2151 / Ms. S. Nenene at 083 627 2151 / Mr. S. Mpumlwana 083 627 2151 

e-recruitment Technical Enquires: erecruitment-bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za

NOTE : Preference will be given to Youth, African Female.