WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF INFRASTRUCTURE

APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

CLOSING DATE : 07 September 2026 

NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates 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 process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. 

OTHER POSTS

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: BUDGET IMMOVABLE ASSET REF NO: DOI 68/2026 

SALARY : R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package) 

CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Financial Management; A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in management accounting at supervisory/management level (Assistant Director). Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, NT Instructions/Practice Notes applicable to budgeting and financial management; Provincial budgeting processes (MTEF, ENE/AENE, Rollovers, virements, shifting of funds); Management accounting principles, cash-flow planning, expenditure analysis, and cost-driver modelling; Revenue and expenditure control processes within the public sector; Public finance, human resources (HR) and records management processes; Functioning of the province and the activities of sister departments/related functional areas; Government policies; Labour Relations legislation and regulations; Performance management in general. Skills in the following: Advanced numeracy, analytical and financial modelling skills; Strong report-writing, presentation and communication skills; Computer literacy (Advanced Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word (report writing), Presentation tools); Project management, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement; Accounting/Finance skills relating to budgeting and in-year financial reporting; Team leadership & people management; Problem solving & decision-making; Planning & organising; Attention to detail. 

DUTIES : Undertake financial planning, budgeting processes by analysing project lists for infrastructure programmes; Manage the roll-over, Adjustment Estimates of National Expenditure (AENE), and virement process; Manage reporting of Immovable Assets sub-directorate including inputs to the Infrastructure Reporting Model (IRM); Manage administrative and operational functions of the Immovable Asset Sub-directorate. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms S Andrews Tel No: (021) 483 483 5180 

PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER (PRODUCTION LEVEL): REGIONAL ROADS MANAGEMENT (OUDTSHOORN) REF NO: DOI 95/2025 R2 

SALARY : Grade A: R914 517 - Grade C: R1 376 199 per annum, (Salary will be determined based on post registration experience as per OSD prescript) 

CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government. 

REQUIREMENTS : Civil 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 or higher driving licence. 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. 

DUTIES : 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. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr X Smuts Tel No: (044) 272 6071 

ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGIST (PRODUCTION): ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES REF NO: DOI 69/2026 

SALARY : Grade A: R471 720 - Grade C: R717 846 per annum, (Salary will be determined based on post registration experience as per OSD prescript) 

CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government. 

REQUIREMENTS : Bachelor of Technology in Architecture (B. Tech) or relevant qualification; Three years post qualification Senior Architectural Technologist experience required; Compulsory registration with SACAP as a Senior Architectural Technologist; A valid driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Technical: Project management; Architectural planning; Research and development; Computer-aided architectural applications; Knowledge of legal compliance; Technical report writing; Networking; Professional judgement. Generic: Problem solving and analysis; Decision making; Team leadership; Creativity; Self-management; Customer focus and responsiveness; Communication; Computer skills; Planning and organising; People management. 

DUTIES : Provide technological advisory services: Support Architects and associates in site surveying, preparing measured drawings of existing buildings, collecting of practical information relating to the proposed project and prepare presentation drawings and models of the design; Detail design, landscape design and preparation of working drawings that will serve as legal instructions to the building contractor and in the process supervise building to ensure that the building is built according to the working drawings and other legal documents; Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology; Solve broadly defined technological challenges through application of proven techniques and procedures; Develop, maintain and manage current technologies; and Identify and optimize technical solutions by applying architectural principles; Perform administrative and related functions: Compile and submit monthly and quarterly reports; Provide inputs to the operational plan; and Develop, implement and maintain databases; Research and development: Keep up with new technologies and procedures; Research/literature studies on technical architectural technology to improve expertise and liaise with relevant boards/councils on architectural-related matters. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms E van den berg Tel No: (021) 483 9972 

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: ECONOMIC HUB REF NO: DOI 67/2026 

SALARY : R338 106 – R398 277 per annum (Level 07) 

CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government. 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 1-year relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Record management; Information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; Project management; Operational management practices; Procurement and tendering processes; Modern systems of governance and administration; Public service procedures, processes and systems; Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; Public finance, human resources and discourse management processes; Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; Functioning of the Province and the activities of sister departments/related functional areas; Policies of the government of the day; Labour Relations legislation and regulations; Performance management in general. Skills in the following: Computer Literacy in Ms Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint); Excellent Communication (written and verbal skills); Ability to work in a team; Ability to work under pressure and meets deadlines; Reliable; Self-motivated. 

DUTIES : Render administrative support services; Provide support to Project Officer regarding meetings; Support the Project Officer with the administration of the budget; Analyse the relevant Public Service and departmental prescripts / policies and other documents and ensure that the application thereof is understood properly. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms S Abdurahman Tel No: (021) 483 5019 

ACCOUNTING CLERK: BANKING AND CASH REF NO: DOI 70/2026 

SALARY : R237 453 - R279 708 per annum (Level 05) 

CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government. 

REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification) with Mathematics and/or Accounting as subjects passed; A valid driving license (Code B or higher). Competencies: A good understanding of the following: Financial functions, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collate financial statistics; Public Service financial legislations, procedures and processes, National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), 1999,(DORA, PSA, PSR, PPPFA, Financial Manual); Financial operating systems and data base management; Skills needed: Computer literacy (MS Office); Planning and organising; Good verbal and written communication; Basic Numeracy; Ability to capture data and collate financial statistics; Ability to operate office equipment and Ability to work under pressure. 

DUTIES : Render Financial Accounting transactions: Process financial claims in accordance with applicable prescripts and ensure all supporting documentation is complete and accurate; Maintain and reconcile ledger accounts to ensure accurate recording of all financial transactions; Perform Bookkeeping support services: Accurately capture all financial transactions into the relevant financial operating systems; Clear suspense and ledger accounts timeously by investigating and resolving reconciling items. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr G Friester Tel No: (021) 483 5277