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KWAZULU NATAL DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT VACANCIES
KWAZULU NATAL DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT
The Provincial Administration of KwaZulu-Natal is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer
APPLICATIONS : Forward your application, quoting the relevant reference number to: Recruitment & Selection Section, Human Resource Practices Directorate, Private Bag X 9043, Pietermaritzburg, 3200. Applications may alternatively be hand-delivered to the Office of the Department of Transport, Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House, 172 Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg.
CLOSING DATE : 03 February 2023 (at 16h00). Applications received after the closing date and time will not be considered.
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the NEW Application for Employment Form, Z83 (obtainable on the internet at www.gov.za/documents). Applicants are advised that all fields of the new Z83 form are compulsory to complete and that the signature of the applicant is mandatory. Should an application be received using the incorrect application for employment (Z83) or the application is not completed in full, initialled and signed, such application will not be considered. The fully completed and signed Z83 must be accompanied by a detailed comprehensive CV. Kindly take note that only shortlisted candidates will be required to provide certified copies of required documents on or before the date of the interviews following communication from Human Resources. Curriculum Vitae (CV) dates of starting and leaving employment must be given as DD/MM/YY. Failure to comply with these instructions will lead to applications being disqualified. Should an applicant wish to apply for more than one post, separate applications must be submitted for each post applied for. Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit holders must provide a copy of their Permanent Residence Permits if shortlisted for an interview. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such if shortlisted for an interview. Under no circumstances will faxed or e-mailed applications be accepted. Receipt of applications will not be acknowledged due to the volume of applications and should you not receive an invitation to attend an interview within three (3) months of the closing date should assume that their application was unsuccessful. Please note that where experience is a requirement for the post, the successful candidate will be required to submit documentary proof of such work experience prior to assuming duty. A personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification) will be conducted prior to employment. Prior to appointment being made to an SMS post, the appointee must have completed the pre-entry certificate and must be in possession of such prior to taking up the post. The Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme, which is a public service specific training programme applicable to all applicants who aspire to join the SMS, is to ensure that potential SMS members have a background on processes and procedures linked to the SMS. The duration of the online Pre-Entry Programme is 120 notional hours (15 days). Full details may be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit an original SAP91 form with their fingerprints on the day of their interview. It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. The Department of Transport reserves the right not to fill the advertised post(s) at any stage of the recruitment process.
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the NEW Application for Employment Form, Z83 (obtainable on the internet at www.gov.za/documents). Applicants are advised that all fields of the new Z83 form are compulsory to complete and that the signature of the applicant is mandatory. Should an application be received using the incorrect application for employment (Z83) or the application is not completed in full, initialled and signed, such application will not be considered. The fully completed and signed Z83 must be accompanied by a detailed comprehensive CV. Kindly take note that only shortlisted candidates will be required to provide certified copies of required documents on or before the date of the interviews following communication from Human Resources. Curriculum Vitae (CV) dates of starting and leaving employment must be given as DD/MM/YY. Failure to comply with these instructions will lead to applications being disqualified. Should an applicant wish to apply for more than one post, separate applications must be submitted for each post applied for. Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit holders must provide a copy of their Permanent Residence Permits if shortlisted for an interview. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such if shortlisted for an interview. Under no circumstances will faxed or e-mailed applications be accepted. Receipt of applications will not be acknowledged due to the volume of applications and should you not receive an invitation to attend an interview within three (3) months of the closing date should assume that their application was unsuccessful. Please note that where experience is a requirement for the post, the successful candidate will be required to submit documentary proof of such work experience prior to assuming duty. A personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification) will be conducted prior to employment. Prior to appointment being made to an SMS post, the appointee must have completed the pre-entry certificate and must be in possession of such prior to taking up the post. The Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme, which is a public service specific training programme applicable to all applicants who aspire to join the SMS, is to ensure that potential SMS members have a background on processes and procedures linked to the SMS. The duration of the online Pre-Entry Programme is 120 notional hours (15 days). Full details may be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit an original SAP91 form with their fingerprints on the day of their interview. It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. The Department of Transport reserves the right not to fill the advertised post(s) at any stage of the recruitment process.
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
CHIEF DIRECTOR: TRANSPORT INFRASTRUCTURE & DISTRICT SERVICES REF NO: P 01/2023
Kindly note that this is a re-advertisement. Applicants who applied previously and who still wish to be considered are at liberty to re-apply.
SALARY : R1 308 051 per annum, (all Inclusive, flexible remuneration package)
CENTRE : Empangeni Region
REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification in Civil Engineering (NQF Level 7) as recognised by SAQA; plus A minimum of 5 years’ experience at a senior managerial level in a road infrastructure development, construction and maintenance of the road network environment; plus, Possession of a valid driver’s licence (minimum Code B). Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required: Knowledge of Public Service Regulations, Acts, policies and procedures. Knowledge of Treasury Regulations and Practice Notes. Knowledge of technical policies on construction, contract management and engineering services. Knowledge of BEE and BBBEE policies and implementation. Knowledge of Departmental Strategic plan and goals. Understanding of Public Service and Departmental policies, research, analysis, objectives, developmental processes. Knowledge of Project management and Financial management. Understanding of Departmental strategies and related business plans. Expert knowledge of administrative policies, practices, budgeting and managerial functions. Knowledge of Public Service reporting procedures and work environment. Knowledge of construction and engineering environment, including traffic engineering. Knowledge of the provincial road infrastructure and applicable standards. Knowledge of surveying, structural design: road and rail. Knowledge of staff development processes. Expert design, construction and maintenance of roads knowledge. Knowledge of design codes and technical specifications. Computer literacy. Project and Financial management skills. Strategic planning, presentation and facilitation skills. Report writing skills. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Problem solving and conflict management skills. Leadership / Managerial skills. Research, policy formulation skills. Influencing and motivational skills. Diplomatic skills (visiting foreign countries – use of best practices). Ability to interpret legislation and Departmental policies. Research, policy formulation and management thereof. Planning, organizing and negotiation skills. The ideal candidate should have a demonstrated interest in technical, administrative and related fields, show a demonstrated interest in road construction, maintenance and other related fields, be an innovative thinker and believe in openness and transparency. He / she should also be committed to organizational objectives and strategies, be receptive to ideas and suggestions, be a team leader, reliable, accurate, creative and have strong leadership abilities.
DUTIES : Construct and maintain blacktop, gravel roads and structures. Manage the provision of mechanical support services. Manage the provision of civil engineering services. Manage the provision of transport regulations in the Region. Manage the provision of transport operations. Provide infrastructure reporting. Ensure the development and implementation of policies. Manage the resources of the Chief Directorate.
ENQUIRIES : Mr SS Nkosi Tel No: 033 – 355 8897
FOR ATTENTION : Mr C McDougall
NOTE : It is the intention of this Department to consider equity targets when filling this position.