GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF ROADS AND TRANSPORT VACANCIES

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NOTE : It is a requirement of this position for a candidate to produce a pre-entry certificate issued by the National School of Government prior to appointment. Candidates are required to undergo pre-entry requirement course online to obtain the certificate endorsed by the National School of Government. The course is available at National School of Government under the name Certificate for Entry into an SMS and full details can be sourced by following the link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme. In line with the Department’s employments Equity Plan, females and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants must utilise the most recent Z83 application for employment form issued by the Minister for the Public Service and Administration in line with the Regulation 10 of the Public Service Regulations, 2016, All fields in the New Z83 form, must be completed and signed. Furthermore, a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) must also be attached. Failure to attach the completed Z83 and the Curriculum Vitae (CV) will result in disqualification. The New Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department or the DPSA website www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. 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 representation (race, gender and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of this post and candidates whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representation 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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MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
CHIEF DIRECTOR: REGISTRATION AND OPERATING LICENSING REF NO: 109010 
Branch: Transport Services 
SALARY : R1 371 558 – R1 635 897 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 successful candidate will be required to enter into a performance agreement within three months after assumption of duty. 
CENTRE : Johannesburg 
 
REQUIRMENTS : An undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 7 in Transport Management / Legal or related field as recognized by SAQA. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at senior managerial level. A valid driver’s license. Pre-Entry SMS Certificate. Competencies: Knowledge of Public Transport Services Intergovernmental. Fiscal Relations Act of 1997. Knowledge of GPG political and executive structures. Knowledge of National Land Transport Act 2009. Gauteng Public Passenger Road Transport Act 2001. National Roads Traffic Act. Skills: Strategic capability and leadership, problem solving and analysis. Creativity, Financial management, Customer focus and responsiveness, communication, computer, negotiation, conflict management and change management skills. Planning, organising and negotiation skills. 
 
DUTIES : Manage and control the administration of Operating Licences. Administer the issuance of Operating License in compliance with Legislation. Adjudicate and decide applications for Operating Licenses. Monitor and oversee public transport operations in compliance with legislation. Manage inter and intra provincial public transport stakeholder engagement. Provide Technical Support services to PRE. Provide public transport inspectorate services. 
 
ENQUIRES : Mr Aubrey Motubatse Tel No: (011) 355 7342 
 
 
 
 
 
 
CHIEF DIRECTOR: DESIGN AND ENGINEERING SERVICES REF NO: 109006 
Branch: Roads Infrastructure 
SALARY : R1 371 558 – R1 635 897 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 successful candidate will be required to enter into a performance agreement within three months after assumption of duty. 
CENTRE : Johannesburg 
 
REQUIRMENTS : An undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 7 in Civil Engineering or related field as recognized by SAQA. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at senior managerial level. Professional registration with Engineering Council of South Africa is compulsory. A valid driver’s license. Pre-Entry SMS Certificate. Knowledge of Public Service Regulation. Treasury/ Supply Chain. National Roads Traffic Act. Human Resources Matters. Skills: Strategic capability and leadership skills. Problem solving and analysis. Creativity, Financial management, customer focus and responsiveness communication, computer, negotiation, conflict management and change management skills. Planning and organising skills.
 
DUTIES : Manage the provision of Roads design services. Render geometric design and technical support services. Render structures and technical support services. Render Land Acquisition services. Manage the provisioning of Roads Traffic Engineering services. Provide abnormal loads management services. Manage roads signs and roads marking services. Manage outdoor advertising, tourism and local direction signs. Manage the resources of the component and perform generic management functions. Provide strategic leadership to the component. Manage roads traffic and road safety. Implement the management of plans for road maintenance and road infrastructure. Support the procurement process of resources for the infrastructure procurement project and maintenance. Foster strategic partnership with relevant stakeholder. Provide strategic project management. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr Mmaphuti Mokobane Tel No: (011) 355 7349 
 
 
 
 
 
CHIEF DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT REF NO: 019007 
Branch: Corporate Management 
SALARY : R1 371 558 – R1 635 897 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 successful candidate will be required to enter into a performance agreement within three months after assumption of duty. 
CENTRE : Johannesburg 
 
REQUIRMENTS : An undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 7 in Human Resources Management or related field as recognized by SAQA. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at senior managerial level. Experience in HR strategy setting and business processes and systems. A valid driver’s license. Pre-Entry SMS. Competencies: Knowledge: Knowledge of Public Service Regulation. Treasury Regulation. Public Service Act. Labour Relations Act. Employment Equity Act. Employee Health and Wellness prescripts. Human Resources Matters. Skills: Strategic capability and leadership skills. Problem solving and analysis. Creativity, Financial management, Customer focus and responsiveness Communication, Computer, negotiation, conflict management and change management skills. planning and organising. 
 
DUTIES : Manage and monitor the provision of Human Resources Management and Development services. Strategically lead the setting of sound and transparent labour relations in the department. Guide and implement performance management in the department. Review policies related to performance management to align to changes in the institutional environment. Direct career management development programme for the enhancement of professionalism. Lead and implement all recruitment and appointment processes. Design an appropriate HR strategy to provide the enabling environment for the delivery transport and infrastructure services on a city region status. Direct design, compliance and implement of wellness programmes including compliance reporting. Manage establishment control on PERSAL and organisational development. Manage quality assurance on all HR information and processes. Direct the development and updating of risk management registers for the Chief Directorate. Provide Strategic leadership to the Chief Directorate. 
 
ENQUIRES : Mr Pule Sekawana Tel No: (011) 355 7385 
 
 
 
 
 
DIRECTOR: PUBLIC TRANSPORT OPERATIONS REF NO: 019008 
Branch: Corporate Management 
SALARY : R1 162 200 – R 1 365 411 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 successful candidate will be required to enter into a performance agreement within three months after assumption of duty. 
CENTRE : Johannesburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 7 in Transport Management /Logistics Management/ Transport Economics or related field as recognized by SAQA. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at Middle/Senior managerial level in transport operations environment. A valid driver’s license. Pre-Entry SMS Certificate. Competencies: Knowledge of Public Service Regulation. Treasury Regulation. Knowledge of DORA and NTLA. Skills: Strategic capability and leadership skills. Problem solving and analysis. Creativity, Financial management, Customer focus and responsiveness Communication, Computer negotiation, conflict management and change management skills. Planning and organising. 
 
DUTIES : Manage and monitor the provision of Public Transport subsidies. Provide compliance with Division of Revenue Act (DORA). Collaborate and engage with stakeholders to facilitate provision of Integrated Public Transport solution. Coordinate the management of day-to-day public transport operations. Review and implement management methodologies and workflow processes for efficiency management. Oversee, monitor and manage the entire budgeting process for the public transport operations business unit. Manage and develop dedicated workforce that is qualified and able to manage the business unit delivery demands. Provide strategic direction and guidance to the business unit. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr Aubrey Motubatse Tel No: (011) 355 7342 
 
 
 
 
 
DIRECTOR: MAINTENCE TECHNICAL AUXILIARY SERVICES, OFFICE SUPPORT AND COORDINATION REF NO: 019011 (X1 POST) 
Branch: Corporate Management 
SALARY : R1 162 200 – R1 365 411 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 successful candidate will be required to enter into a performance agreement within three months after assumption of duty. 
CENTRE : Johannesburg 
 
REQUIRMENTS : An undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 7 in Civil Engineering or related field as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at Middle managerial level (MMS) within transport environment. Knowledge of roads maintenance services will be an added advantage. A valid driver’s license. Applicants must be in a possession of Nyukela (Pre-entry certificate to SMS). Competencies: Relevant legislation and Public Service Regulations, understanding of expectations of customers, Engineering professional Act, Gauteng Infrastructure Act 2001, National Land Transport Act 2009, Gauteng Public Passenger Road Transport Act 2001. Skills: Project management methodologies, Business performance management, Community relations, Stakeholder relationship management, Analytical thinking, Policy formulation, Conflict management, financial management, Strategic management, Change/diversity management, Communications (Written and Verbal). 
 
DUTIES : Manage maintenance technical auxiliary services. Manage office support and coordination services. Manage the resources of the component and perform generic management functions. Provide strategic leadership to the component. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr Mmaphuti Mokobane Tel No: (011) 355 7349

OTHER POST
 
 
CHIEF ENGINEER: RAIL TRANSPORT SERVICES REF NO: 109009 
Branch: Public Transport Services 
SALARY : R1 146 540 – R2 156 640 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 successful candidate will be required to enter into a performance agreement within three months after assumption of duty. 
CENTRE : Johannesburg 
 
REQUIRMENTS : A Degree (NQF 7) in Engineering (B Eng/ BSC Eng) or relevant qualification recognised by SAQA. A minimum of six years post qualification experience as a registered Professional Engineer. A valid Driver’s License. Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer. Knowledge of Public Service Act of1994 and Regulations of 2016. Government Immovable Asset Management Act of 2007. Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1993 and Regulations. Labour Relations Act of 1995/Resolutions of Public Sector Bargaining Councils. Basic Conditions of Employment Act, 1997. Spatial Planning and Land Use Management Act, 2013. Provincial Infrastructure Delivery Management System. National Environmental Management Act, 1998 and related Protocols and Regulations. PFMA/DORA/Treasury Regulations, Practice Notes, Instructions, Circulars. Knowledge of Provincial/Departmental Supply Chain Management Policies. Construction Industry Development. Board Act of 2000 and Regulations. Hazardous Substances Act 15 of 1973.Broad Based Black Empowerment Act of 2003. Knowledge of Engineering Profession Act of 2000. Skills: Strategic capability and leadership. Problem solving and analysis. Creativity, Financial management, Customer focus and responsiveness. Communication, Computer skills, People management, Planning and organising, Conflict management, Negotiation skills and Change management. Attributes: Responsive, Credible, Flexible, Quality-oriented, Creative, Decision making and Team leadership. 
 
DUTIES : Implement the rail strategy and initiatives. Complete the planning, design and execution of projects efficiently to exceed client expectations. Coordinate track design and specifications. Ensure compliance with technical and quality assurance standards. Mentor and train other staff withing the group in the area of expertise. Prepare well written and technically sound protocols and reports. Provision of technical input and support the production of tenders as part of the business development process. Develop analysis plans to address development process. Develop analysis plans to address identified clients concerns. Responsible for the planning and coordination of data gathering and data cleaning efforts. 

ENQUIRES : Mr Mmaphuti Mokobane Tel No: (011) 355 7349