FREE STATE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND INFRASTRUCTURE 

 

APPLICATIONS : Applications for the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure to be submitted to: Head: Public Works and Infrastructure, Human Resources Management Directorate. P.O Box 7551, Bloemfontein, 9300 OR Applications that are hand delivered must be brought at the Foyer of OR Tambo House where they must be placed in the appropriately marked box at: Security Ground Floor, OR Tambo House, St. Andrews Street, Bloemfontein or e-mail to e-recruitmentfsdpwi@fsworks.gov.za. No Applications will be accepted by staff in offices in the building. 

 

CLOSING DATE : 08 May 2026 

 

 

NOTE : Directions to applicants Applications must be submitted on the new prescribed Z83 application form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at http://www.info.gov.za. The Z83 should be completed in a manner that allows the selection committee to assess the application based on the information provided on the form. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 and detailed Curriculum Vitae. Therefore, only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication. If the certified copies contradict the details on the CV or Z83 form, the candidate will automatically be disqualified and removed from the shortlist. Should an applicant possess a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Failure to submit the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Applicants must indicate the reference number of the vacancy in their applications. Should an applicant wish to apply for more than one post, separate applications must be submitted i.e. all the documentation must be submitted for each post applied for. Applications received after the closing date and those that do not comply with these instructions will not be considered. Candidates requiring additional information regarding the advertised post should direct their enquiries to the relevant person as indicated in the advertisement. Note: Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government, available as an online course onhttps://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/, prior to finalisation of appointment, is a requirement for all SMS positions. 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. Short-listed candidates will on the day of interview undergo a security assessment. Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks as deemed appropriate and inclusive inter alia of criminal record check, citizenship verification, financial/asset record checks, qualification/study verification and previous employment verification. If you have not been contacted within 4 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Faxed or late applications will NOT be accepted. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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PROFESSIONAL CIVIL ENGINEER REF NO: PWI 26/11 

SALARY : R879 342 per annum, (all-inclusive package), (OSD). The remuneration package consists of the basic salary, the Government contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund, and a flexible portion which may be structured according to the member’s needs. 

CENTRE : Head Office (Bloemfontein) 

 

REQUIREMENTS : A Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent NQF 7 qualification. Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Civil Engineer. Valid driver’s licence with exception of persons with disabilities. Core and Process Competencies: Programme and project management. Engineering design and analysis knowledge. Research and development. Computer-aided engineering applications. Knowledge of legal compliance. Technical report writing. Creating high performance culture. Professional judgment. Networking. Decision making. Team leadership. Analytic skills. Creativity. Self-management. Financial management. Customer focus and responsiveness. Communication. Computer literacy. Planning and organising. Conflict management. Problem solving and analysis. People management. 

 

DUTIES : 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; and Approve engineering works according to prescribed norms and standards. Ensure training and development of technicians, technologist and candidate engineers to promote skills/knowledge transfer and adherence to sound engineering principles and code of practice; Supervisee the engineering work and processes; and Administer performance management and development. Manage resources and budget planning. Prepare and consolidate inputs for the facilitation of resource utilisation. Ensure adherence to regulations and procedures for procurement and personnel administration; Monitor and control expenditure and report on expenditure and service delivery. 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. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Ms. L Jeppe – Acting Head Project Management Unit: Public Works and Infrastructure Tel No: (051) 492 3718