EASTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT VACANCIES

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NOTE : Applications must be submitted on a duly complete New Z83 form (effective 01 January 2021) obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit a fully completed signed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae. NB: Z83 in the e-recruitment system is currently not downloadable and therefore 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 interview day. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, and other relevant documents to HR on or before the interview date. Applicants with foreign qualifications would be required to submit an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) on or before the day of the interview. Failure to submit all the requested 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). Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes. Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test. Successful candidates will be appointed on a probation period of twelve (12) months. Misrepresentation in the application documents will result in automatic disqualification and disciplinary action in the event the candidate has already been appointed. The Department reserves the right not to make appointment(s) to the advertised post(s). Persons with disability and people from previously disadvantaged groups are encouraged to apply. It is the department’s 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. In filling of these posts gender equity and people living with disability will be highly considered. The Department reserves the right to amend / review / withdraw 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). Targets of the department will be adhered to. For SMS (Senior Management Service) Posts: In terms of DPSA Directive on compulsory capacity development, mandatory training, and minimum entry requirements for members of the Senior Management Level for SMS appointments, it is a requirement for applicants to produce or attach a pre-entry Certificate (Nyukela) as offered by the National School of Government (NSG) for entry into the SMS posts and the 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 12/24 months. The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. Applicants Are Urged to submit Their Applications as Instructed This is a re-advertisement, applicants who applied previously are encouraged to re-apply.


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MANAGENT ECHALON
 
 
DIRECTOR: TRAFFIC LAW ENFORCEMENT REF.DOT 01/03/2023 
(Re-Advertisement Applicants who applied previously are encouraged to re-apply 
SALARY : R1 105 383 – R1 302 102.per annum (Level 13) (An all – inclusive remuneration package)
CENTRE : Head Office- KWT 
 
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate, B. Degree (NQF level 7 as recognized by SAQA) in LLB / Traffic Management / Transport Management / Public Administration / Public Management. 5 years’ experience at middle management in the relevant environment. Active road traffic law enforcement officer registration certificate .SMS pre-entry certificate as offered by the National School of Government (NSG). Executive Development Programme will be an added advantage. A Valid Driver’s License. Knowledge: National Land Transport Strategic Framework. Provincial Land Transport Strategic Framework. Departmental service delivery principles. PSR, PFMA, PSA. Departmental Strategic Planning. Departmental Annual Performance Plan. Knowledge of collective bargaining procedures. Asset management procedures. Provincial Growth and Development Plan for the Eastern Cape. All other HR related public sector legislation and procedures. Stakeholder and customer relationship management principles. White paper on Civil Aviation. Provincial Public Transport Master Plan. Occupational Health & Safety. Procurement directives. 
 
DUTIES : Manage post crush response spiritual and counselling services: Attend to all road disasters as per Road Incident Management Systems (RIMS). Liaise with RAF to assist victims of the accidents. Deal with accident and data collection, reporting, capturing and statistics. Manage accident data analysis to guide Traffic Law Enforcement. Manage provision of transport regulation media liaison services. Manage provision of counselling and spiritual services. Manage traffic law enforcement operations and control services: Formulation of strategies to enforce traffic laws. Manage collection of Road Environment Factors information. Planning and implementation of special law enforcement operations including the Arrive Alive project. Coordination of provincial traffic law enforcement activities including developing and maintaining relations with other Law Enforcement organizations. Ensuring resources required for law enforcement are made available. Ensuring morale of traffic officers is developed and kept high. Ensure traffic summonses are promptly served and court cases prosecutions effected. Manage preparation of Provincial law enforcement reports to guide future planning. Manage provision of public transport law enforcement services: Ensure public transport operations are carried out within the parameters of the law. Set policy with regard to the practical and theoretical training of transport inspectors. Conduct investigations on irregularities on the road and taxi ranks. Monitor the allocation of bus routes. Implement the national and provincial freight administration and overload strategy: Implement policies and regulations for the control and elimination of overloading. Ensure linkage with the Strategic Freight and Development Corridors initiative. Control the movement of dangerous goods and abnormal loads. Manage the Abnormal Load Permit Issuing. Manage System and Abnormal Vehicle Registration System. (AVR). Manage issuing of abnormal load exemption permits. Ensure that weighbridges are run efficiently and effectively. Liaise constantly with law enforcement to ensure that overloaded vehicles are prosecuted. Compile monthly statistics on overload control. Manage the allocated resources of the directorate in line with legislative and departmental policy directives and comply with corporate governance and planning imperatives: 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 : can be directed to Mr M.L Ngcobo / Mrs N. Nyamakazi 043 604 7455 / 7458/7674/7539/7572/7504 
e-Recruitment Technical Enquiries: Simphiwe.Mgudlwa@ectransport.gov.za
In terms of EE Plan of the department, all groups are encouraged to apply. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
DISTRICT ROADS ENGINEER-DRE (CHIEF ENGINEER) GR A REF.DOT 02/03/2023 
(Re-Advertisement)
SALARY : R1 090 224 per annum (OSD) (An all – inclusive remuneration package) 
CENTRE : Amathole 
 
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate, B. Degree (NQF level 7 as recognized by SAQA) in Civil Engineering, 6 years’ experience post qualification. Registration with ECSA as professional engineer/Technologist. A Valid Driver’s license. Knowledge: Departmental service delivery principles, PSR, PFMA, PSA, Departmental Strategic Planning, Departmental Annual Performance Plan, Policies and Procedures, Government Programmes, Occupational Health & Safety, National Land Transport Strategic Framework, Provincial Land Transport Strategic Framework, Eastern Cape Roads Act, Roads and Ribbon Development Act, Roads Maintenance Manuals, Knowledge of collective bargaining Procurement directives.
 
DUTIES : Engineering design and analysis effectiveness: Perform final review and approvals of audits on new engineering designs according to design principles or theory. Co-ordinate design efforts and integration across discipline to ensure seamless integration with current technology. Pioneering of new engineering services and management methods. Maintain engineering operational effectiveness: Manage the execution of maintenance strategy through the provision of appropriate structures, systems and resources. Set engineering maintenance standards, specifications and service levels according to organizational objectives to ensure optimum operational availability. Monitor maintenance efficiencies according to organizational goals to direct or redirect engineering services for the attainment of organizational objectives. Governance: Allocate, control, monitor and report on all resources. Compile risk logs and manages significant risk according to sound risk management practice and organizational requirements. Provide technical consulting services for the operation on engineering related matters to minimise possible engineering risk. Manage and implement knowledge sharing initiatives e.g., short-term assignments and secondments within a cross operation, in support of individual development plans, operational requirements and return on investment. Continuously monitor the exchange and protection of information between operations and individuals to ensure effective knowledge management according to departmental objectives. Manage the allocated resources of the directorate in line with legislative and departmental policy directives and comply with corporate governance and planning imperatives: 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 : can be directed to Mr M.L Ngcobo / Mrs N. Nyamakazi 043 604 7455 / 7458/7674/7539/7572/7504 
e-Recruitment Technical Enquiries: Simphiwe.Mgudlwa@ectransport.gov.za  
 
NOTE : In terms of departmental EE targets, African, Coloured, Indian, White males and African, Coloured, Indian & White females are all encouraged to apply, including people with disabilities.

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OTHER POSTS
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: TRANSPORT SAFETY EDUCATION REF. DOT03/03/2023 
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SALARY : R908 502 – R1 070 169.per annum (Level 11) (An all – inclusive remuneration package)
CENTRE : Head Office-KWT 
 
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate, National Diploma (NQF level 6) / B. Degree (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Education/Project Management & Public Management. 3-5 years’ relevant experience in the field at Assistant Director Level. Valid Code B driver license. Knowledge: National Road Safety Strategy. Road Safety Key Priorities. Road Safety Programs and Projects. National Road Traffic Act. Public Service Regulations. Public Finance Management Act. 
 
 
DUTIES : Coordinate road safety education in schools: Develop an operational plan to guide districts on the implementation of the national road safety strategy. Monitor implementation of signed protocol/ memorandum of understanding with the department of education and other interested parties. Manage the development of road safety learner material. Monitor and evaluate district implementation plans and reports. Develop a provincial road safety education plan. Identify creative ways of promoting road safety education in provincial schools. Coordinate implementation and evaluation of scholar patrols. Manage the distribution of traffic safety education material and equipment. Engage relevant partnerships and stakeholders and develop plans for promotion of road safety education in schools. Facilitate district training and development needs. Develop and monitor implementation of road safety education. Coordinate Construction and management of school-based road safety education infrastructure: Manage and recommend approval of road safety projects. Liaise with municipality and other relevant stakeholders for road safety education initiatives. Manage and monitor budget allocated to the road safety education projects: Coordinate costed plans, procurement plans, budget allocation and expenditure. Prepare In-Year Monitoring reports for the directorate. Manage the allocated resources of the Sub-directorate in line with legislative and departmental policy directives and comply with corporate governance and planning imperatives: 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 supervisor. Delegate functions to staff based on individual potential provide the necessary guidance and support and afford staff adequate training and development opportunities. Manage daily employee performance and ensure timely Performance Assessments of all subordinates. Ensure management, maintenance, and safekeeping of assets. 
 
ENQUIRIES : can be directed to Mr M.L Ngcobo / Mrs N. Nyamakazi 043 604 7455 / 7458/7674/7539/7572/7504 
e-Recruitment Technical Enquiries: Simphiwe.Mgudlwa@ectransport.gov.za
 
NOTE : In terms of departmental EE targets, African, Coloured, Indian, White males and African, Coloured, Indian & White females are all encouraged to apply, including people with disabilities. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SERVICES REF.DOT 04/03/2023 
(Re-Advertisement)
SALARY : R908 502 – R1 070 169.per annum (Level 11) (An all – inclusive remuneration package)
CENTRE : Head Office (Bhisho) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate, National Diploma (NQF level 6) / B. Degree (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Information Systems or Information Technology/B.Sc. Computer Science with Information Systems as a major subject. Microsoft Power BI, Project management; MCDBA; IT management; added advantage. 3-5 years relevant experience as an Assistant Director in the environment. Valid driver’s license (Code 08). Knowledge: Exposure to data integration and data quality tools. Strong knowledge of data warehouse architecture alternatives. Experience with database design, data modelling and exposure in big data technology. Solid understanding of SQL and databases. Design and implementation of ETL procedures for intake of data from both internal and outside sources; as well as ensure data is verified and quality is checked. Design and implementation of ETL processes and data architecture to ensure proper functioning of analytics lad, as well as department’s reporting environments and dashboard. Good understanding of PFMA, Treasury regulation, Preferential Procurement Policy, Supply Chain Management Policy, Public Service Act and regulations and Promotion of Access to Information Act. Good understanding of e-government policy. Minimum Inter-Operability Standards (MIOS) and Government Information Security Standards (MISS). 
 
DUTIES : Manage and lead the modelling, design, and database development of corporate data storage. Plan, design and implement database integrations of those internal and external databases that are relevant for Eastern Cape Department of Transport. Responsible for technical infrastructure designs, data mappings/flows and reports. Work with the Business Intelligence Analyst in the prioritisation of projects. Data Management Services. Data quality and archiving. Manage and lead the implementation of data warehouse projects as required. Technical hands-on work as needed. Scope projects and manage scope changes, based on input from management. 
 
ENQUIRIES : can be directed to Mr M.L Ngcobo / Mrs N. Nyamakazi 043 604 7455 / 7458/7674/7539/7572/7504 
e-Recruitment Technical Enquiries: Simphiwe.Mgudlwa@ectransport.gov.za.
In terms of departmental EE targets, African, Coloured, Indian, White males and African, Coloured, Indian & White females are all encouraged to apply, including people with disabilities.