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GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT 
 
The Department of Infrastructure Development is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. It is intended to promote representivity through the filling of these posts. The candidature of persons whose appointment/transfer/promotion will promote representivity will receive preference. 
 
APPLICATIONS : To apply for the below position, please apply online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. Only online applications will be considered and for general enquiries please contact Human Resource on 076 521 4118. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 22 December 2025 
 

​NOTE 
: In line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan, People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants must complete the online Z83 and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). All other documents are submitted by shortlisted candidates). 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. Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies of qualifications not older than six (06) months, identity document and valid driver’s license (where driving/travelling is an inherent requirement of the job). It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of this post and candidates whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity will receive preference. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan. To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The Department reserves the right not to appoint. If you do not receive any response from us within 3 months, please accept your application was unsuccessful.







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ENGINEER PRODUCTION: ELECTRICAL GRADE A-C (X3 POSTS) 
SALARY : R879 342 - R1 323 267 per annum, (all-inclusive package). The package includes a basic salary (70% of package), and a flexible portion of 30% that may be structured in terms of applicable rules. Which includes state’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary). The offer is based on recognition of experience after obtaining registration. (Proof of recognized experience will be requested from the shortlisted candidates). 
CENTRE : Head Office (Johannesburg): 
Chief Directorate: Education (Technical Portfolio Service) Ref No: REFS/024214 
Directorate: Research and Green Technology Ref No: REFS/024215 
Chief Directorate: Engineering Services Ref No: REFS/024216 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An Engineering Degree in Electrical (B Eng / BSC (Eng) or equivalent qualification. A minimum of 3 years’ post qualification experience in Engineering is required. Must be a registered as a Professional Engineer with ECSA. Must have a valid driver’s license. Competencies: Public Service Act of 1994. Public Service Regulations, 2016. PFMA and Treasury Regulations. Provincial/Departmental SCM policies. Government Immovable Asset Management Act of 2007. National Building Standards Act of 1977 and Regulations. Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1993 and Regulations. Health Act, Regulations and Guidelines. National Environmental Management Act of 1998. Engineering Profession Act of 2000. Engineering design and analysis Programme and project management. Computer-aided engineering applications. Knowledge of legal compliance. Skills- Decision making, Team leadership, Analytical, Creativity, Self-management, Financial management, Customer focus and responsiveness, Communication, Computer literacy Conflict management, Problem solving, Research, Technical report writing and Networking. 
 
DUTIES : Plan, design, operate and maintain engineering projects. Develop cost effective solutions according to standards. Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to corporate new technology. Develop tender specifications. Ensure through evaluation that planning and design by others is done according to sound engineering works 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, technologists and candidate engineers to promote skills/knowledge transfer and adherence to sound engineering principles and code of practice. Supervise the engineering work and process and administer performance management and development. Manage resources and prepare and consolidate inputs for the facilitation of resource utilization. Ensure adherence to regulations and procedures for procurement and personnel administration. Monitor, control expenditure and service report on expenditure and service delivery. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Sikelelwa Mboto at 076 942 4090/ 076 521 4118 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ENGINEER PRODUCTION: STRUCTURAL/ CIVIL GRADE A-C REF NO: REFS/024218 
Chief Directorate: Education, Infrastructure, Maintenance and Technical Portfolio 
Services: Portfolio Technical Services 
SALARY R879 342 - R1 323 267 per annum, (all-inclusive package). The package includes a basic salary (70% of package), and a flexible portion of 30% that may be structured in terms of applicable rules. Which includes state’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary). The offer is based on recognition of experience after obtaining registration. (Proof of recognized experience will be requested from the shortlisted candidates). 
CENTRE : Head Office (Johannesburg) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An Engineering Degree in Structural/Civil (B Eng / BSC (Eng) or equivalent qualification. A minimum of 3 years’ post qualification experience in Engineering is required. Must be a registered as a Professional Engineer with ECSA. Must have a valid driver’s license. Competencies: Public Service Act of 1994. Public Service Regulations, 2016. PFMA and Treasury Regulations. Provincial/Departmental SCM policies. Government Immovable Asset Management Act of 2007. National Building Standards Act of 1977 and Regulations. Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1993 and Regulations. Health Act, Regulations and Guidelines. National Environmental Management Act of 1998. Engineering Profession Act of 2000. Engineering design and analysis Programme and project management. Computer-aided engineering applications. Knowledge of legal compliance. Skills- Decision making, Team leadership, Analytical, Creativity, Self-management, Financial management, Customer focus and responsiveness, Communication, Computer literacy Conflict management, Problem solving, Research, Technical report writing and Networking. 
 
DUTIES : Plan, design, operate and maintain engineering projects. Develop cost effective solutions according to standards. Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to corporate new technology. Develop tender specifications. Ensure through evaluation that planning and design by others is done according to sound engineering works 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, technologists and candidate engineers to promote skills/knowledge transfer and adherence to sound engineering principles and code of practice. Supervise the engineering work and process and administer performance management and development. Manage resources and prepare and consolidate inputs for the facilitation of resource utilization. Ensure adherence to regulations and procedures for procurement and personnel administration. Monitor, control expenditure and service report on expenditure and service delivery. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Sikelelwa Mboto at 076 942 4090/ 076 521 4118 
 
 
 
 
 
 
CHIEF ARTISAN GRADE A: ELECTRICAL/MECHANICAL REF NO: REFS/024212 
Chief Directorate: Maintenance 
SALARY : R455 223 - R729 783 per annum, (plus benefits) 
CENTRE : Leratong Facility Maintenance Hub 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Trade Test Certificate. Minimum of 10 years’ experience post qualification as an Artisan/Artisan Foreman (Proof of recognized experience will be requested for shortlisted applicants). Computer literacy. A valid driver’s license. Competencies: Knowledge of the National Building Regulation and Building Standards Act No 103 of 1977, Regulations and Municipal Regulations, Promotion of Access to Information Act of 2000, Promotion of Administrative Justice Act of 2000. Government Immovable Asset Management Act of 2007 and Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1993 and Regulations Skills- Planning and organizing, verbal and written communication and computer literacy skills. 
 
DUTIES : Manage technical personnel. Manage Division Meetings. Manage job assessments for the Division. Manage material requirements for the Division. Manage availability of tools and materials for the Division. Manage client interaction and relations. Manage scheduling of work. Manage the overall productivity of the Division. Manage the development of maintenance schedules Enforce compliance for the keeping of maintenance schedules and records. Undertake research and literature studies. Apply research findings in the work environment. Sign performance based on approved Job Descriptions, Strategic and Annual Performance Plans of the Department. Manage human resources and maintain discipline. Manage the provision of equipment required by personnel for achievement of outputs in their respective Job Descriptions. Manage skills transfer between personnel and outside technical assistants and/or consultants. Plan and allocate work responsibilities and processes to control work performance including quality assurance. Manage staff performance and Development. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Sikelelwa Mboto at 076 942 4090/ 076 521 4118 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A-C: CARPENTER REF NO: REFS/024213 
Directorate: Facilities Maintenance Services 
SALARY : R243 597 – R408 048 per annum, (plus benefits). The offer is based on recognition of experience after a Trade test certificate. (Proof of recognized experience will be requested for shortlisted applicants). 
CENTRE : Head office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Trade Test Certificate. A minimum of 0-2 years of experience. A valid driver’s License. Competencies: Knowledge of Public Service Legislation, Policies and Regulations. Knowledge of OHS Act. Knowledge of the Departmental policies, strategies and procedures. Computer-aided technical applications. Knowledge of legal compliance. Skills: Technical report writing. Problem solving and analysis. Decision making. Teamwork. Creativity. Analytical. Self-management. Communication and Computer skills. Planning and organising skills. 
 
DUTIES : Produce designs according to client specifications and within limits of production capability. Produce objects with material and equipment according to job specifications and recognised standards. Render quality assurance of produced objects. Inspect equipment and/or facilities for technical faults. Repair equipment and facilities according to standards. Test repair equipment and/or facilities against specifications. Service equipment and/or facilities according to schedule. Render quality assurance of serviced and maintained equipment and/or facilities. Compile and submit reports. Provide inputs to the operational plan. Keep and maintain job record/register. Supervise and mentor staff. Keep up with new technologies and procedures for continuous individual development. 
 
ENQUERIES : Ms. Sikelelwa Mboto at 076 942 4090/ 076 521 4118