NORTH WEST DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND ROADS

 
Enquiries: Mr OD More, tel. 018 293 9000
 
 
 
 
 
Artisan Foreman Grade A (1 Post)
Salary: R304 263 p.a. (SL7 - OSD)
• Ref no: KK07/2019 
• Klerksdorp Roads Sub-District
 
Requirements: • Qualifications and experience: • Appropriate Trade Test Certificate as a Mechanic • A valid driver's license • At least five (5) years' post qualification experience as an Artisan • Knowledge: • Technical analysis knowledge • Computer - aided technical application • Knowledge of legal compliance and Boiler operations • Technical report writing • Production process knowledge and skills • Knowledge of Health and Safety Act • Skills: • Problem solving and analysis • Decision making • Team work • Analytical skills • Creativity • Self-management • Customer focus and responsiveness • Communication • Computer skills • Planning and organizing.
 
Duties: • Perform and/or supervise operation and maintain services • Produce design according to client specification and within limits of production capability • Produce objects with material and equipment according to job specification and recognized standards • Quality assurance of produced objects • Inspect equipment and facilities for technical faults • Repair equipment and facilities according to standards • Test/repair equipment according to specification • Update register of maintained and repaired faults • Ensure adherence to safety standards, requirements and regulations • Supervise and mentor staff • Perform general administrative functions • Ensure OHS compliance.
 
Enquiries: Ms CS Anthony-Choklingo, tel. 018 293 9000
 
 
 
 
 
Control Engineering Technician Grade A (1 Post) Re-Advert
Salary: R446 202 p.a. (OSD)
• Ref no: KK08/2019 
• District Office, Potchefstroom (Contracts, Pavement Management and Material Services)
 
Requirements: • Qualifications and experience: • National Diploma in Civil Engineering • Six (6) years' post qualification technical experience • Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineering Technician • A valid Driver's license • Knowledge: • Knowledge of all road-related acts, ordinances, policies, standards and norms • Knowledge of project management, technical design and analysis, advertising on Roads and Ribbon Development Act, 1940, contract management • Public Service Act • Public Service Regulations • Labour Relations Act • Public Service Resolutions • Public Finance Management Act • Construction Manual • Road Sign Manual. Roads Act • Road Traffic Act • Occupational Health and Safety Act • Skills: • Numeric • Good communication and interpersonal relations • Analytical and problem solving • Negotiations and conflict resolution • Creative and innovative • Ability to work independently and under pressure • Ability to interact with stakeholders on various levels • Sound report writing • Presentation skills.
 
Duties: • Manage technical services and support in conjunction with Engineers, Technologist and associates in field • Ensure the promotion of safety • Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology • Ensure quality assurance of technical designs with specifications • Provide inputs into budgeting process • Compile and submit reports • Provide and consolidate inputs to technical/engineering operational plan • Ensure development, implementation and maintenance databases • Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies • Research studies on technical engineering technology • Liaise with relevant bodies/ councils on engineering related matters • Monitor projects executed by consultants and contractors • Monitor the implementation of the Capital Development and Expenditure Programme (CAPEX) • Receive, evaluate and recommend payment certificates • Manage term contracts • Effectively manage variation orders and contract price adjustments • Ensure compliance to Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) • Manage, supervise and control technical and related personnel and assets.
 
Enquiries: Ms CS Anthony-Cholclingo, tel. 018 293 9000
 
 
 
 
 
Deputy Director (1 Post) Re-Advert
Salary: R733 257 p.a. (SL 11)
• Ref no: KK09/2019 
• Potchefstroom District Office (Roads Management)
 
Requirements: • Qualifications and experience: Matric plus Engineering Degree (B Tech/B Eng/BSC Eng) • Five (5) years' appropriate post qualification experience in Roads field. A valid Driver's license. Knowledge: • Knowledge of project management principles and methodologies • Good understanding of financial management act (PFMA) • Treasury Regulations • Division of Revenue Act • Departmental supply chain management policies and regulations • General conditions of Contract • Preferential Procurement Act of 2000 • Public Service Act and Regulations • OHSA • Construction Industry Development Board Act of 2000 • Relevant norms and standards pertaining road construction and material • In-depth knowledge of computer aided engineering • Skills: • Ability to analyze data and make recommendations • Computer-aided engineering application *Ability to implement professional judgement • Strategic capability and leadership • Problem solving and analysis • Decision making • Presentation and report writing.
 
Duties: • Manage the Road Capital Development contracts • Manage the efficient functioning of the project management Unit • Manage the reporting on planned and implemented projects • Conduct feasibility study and compile a priority list on urgent funded projects • Manage the budget • To facilitate Road planning, protection and design • To maintain surfaced and gravel provincial roads • To manage technical administrative services • To manage District contracts and ensure quality control • To manage construction fleet managed maintenance services • Compile monthly, quarterly and annual reports • Manage sub-ordinates.
 
Enquiries: Ms CS Anthony-Choklingo, tel. 018 293 9000

​

This Department Is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. It is our intention to promote representatively (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of this post's, white, Indian and coloured males and females, also People with disability are encouraged to apply. Candidates whose Transfer/ promotion/appointment will promote representatively will receive preference. An indication in this regard will facilitate the processing of applications.
 
Notes:  Applications must be accompanied by signed Z83 form; recent updated comprehensive CV; as well as originally certified copies of all qualification's including Grade 12 (Senior Certificate); certified ID-document and the names of three contactable referees. Failure to submit the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. All qualifications will be verified. Persons in possession of a Foreign Qualification must furnish this Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Candidates will be subjected to security screening process. Applicants must indicate the post and reference number in their applications.
 
Applications should be forwarded on time to the department since applications received after the closing date indicated below will as a rule not be accepted. 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 reserves the right not to make an appointment. Candidates requiring additional information regarding an advertised post, must direct their enquiries to the different Enquiries of the posts.
 
All applications must be forwarded to the following address: The District Manager, Department of Public Works and Roads,  Dr Kenneth Kaunda District, Private Bag X918, Potchefstroom, 2520 OR Hand delivery to registry office no: 35, 131 Kruis Street, Potchefstroom, 2520
 
For attention: Deputy Director- HR Administration: Ms Keneilwe S. Maiphetlho
 
NB: Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not heard from us within three months after the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
 
Closing date: 27 September 2019 and Closing time: 14:00, o'clock