ROADS AGENCY LIMPOPO (RAL)

​• Ensure staff capacity planning to produce sufficient outputs to meet programmes in the most cost-effective and professional way • Communicate with and inform own staff of relevant information including policy, and latest developments • Oversee the management of employee relations and safety matters • strategies to develop a team-based culture • Develop staff plans• Empower staff by ensuring training and development take place • Review staff performance against objectives and to determine further training needs • Ensure that control systems are in place to measure the most relevant activities and processes • Set new control procedures and strategies when required • Set performance standards for: o Expected output o Quality o Safety o People • Regularly measure and correlate performance against standards: • Oversee the management of HR and organizational development related functions such as equity, conditions of services, remuneration related administration, performance management, occupational health and safety, wellness, employee relations, human resource development, job evaluation and recruitment of staff • Oversee the management of HR policies, systems and information Manage performance correction when required.
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR MANAGER LEGAL SERVICES
MARKET-RELATED COST TO COMPANY
 
REQUIREMENTS: • L.L.B Degree or equivalent qualification • Must be an admitted attorney/advocate of the High Court of South Africa • LLM degree or other postgraduate legal qualification will serve as an added advantage • Must have a minimum of 5 years’ working experience in a leadership or management position within a legal environment either in government or a commercial or corporate law firm. • A valid driver’s licence. 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS AND MAIN TASKS (BUT NOT LIMITED TO): • Provide leadership, guidance and support to the management team and ensure that the legal services are rendered as required and are adhered to • Lead and direct various legal investigations within the organisation on ad-hoc basis • Ensure the integrity of legal information by managing the performance of subordinates and providing supervision, quality assurance checks, financial management, and mentoring to ensure they execute the unit strategy and manage their work effectively • Attend and contribute to legal risks committee meetings and forums Provide regular legal risk report and feedback to the CEO and Executive Management • Provide legal opinions, draft legal documents such as contract agreements and negotiate legal reports, term sheets, legal agreements and other legal documentation in respect of corporate legal matters • Prepare case files and liaise with Attorneys on litigious matters • Conduct legal research, training and workshops to internal staff and management • Represent the office of the CEO on various management committees and attend unit meetings as required • Conduct legal quality assurance of legal agreements • Provide adequate support and timely legal information for the organisation’s internal and external audit reviews • Co-ordinate with other divisions for the smooth operation of the legal function and review of the system and process improvements on areas of accountability • Responsible for management and work allocation between the legal consultants • Manage the performance of external attorneys involved in projects or any other legal matters affecting the Agency • Allocate work and manage the performance of external attorneys involved in projects or any other legal matters affecting the Agency • Ensure that the organisational policies, procedures and practices, principles of good corporate governance and regulatory requirements contribute to the maintenance of good organisational reputation • Specify, evaluate and implement legal process controls and systems and monitor the division’s performance with legislative and regulatory requirements through the implementation of internal controls and procedures in accordance with organisational compliance standards • Minimise the legal risk to the business and ensure business continuity and the maintenance of service levels by managing and/or identifying, investigating and mitigating all risks associated with this area of responsibility • Build a positive working relationship and create functional synergies.
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER: OPERATIONS
MARKET-RELATED COST TO COMPANY
 
REQUIREMENTS: • Honours Degree in Civil/ Transport Engineering • Professional registration with ECSA and or Pr CPM, SACPCMP • 5 years’ relevant (Contract Management, Project Management Construction Management) experience.• A Valid driver’s license.
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS AND MAIN TASKS (BUT NOT LIMITED TO): • Manage day-to-day work on projects in construction phases • Coordinate and make recommendations regarding the status of work • Attend and actively participate in partnering sessions with contractors, agencies, and organizations to obtain feedback on Agency performance and effectiveness; represent Agency needs; and develop strong working relationships throughout the industry • Assist in the development of project procurement documents for various delivery methods, including Design [Bid [Build, Design and other innovative project delivery methodologies • Represent the Agency in reviewing contractor requests through formal or informal processes, and provide prompt responses to keep projects on schedule • Provide regular detailed reporting/metrics on existing projects, resources allocation, project status completion statistics, any variances to plan and forecasting of future needs • Review and monitor project work to ensure that progress is within expected guidelines and is completed on time and within budget • Review and provide recommendations on potential Change Orders on projects and processes per contractual requirements, providing detailed analysis of impacts to the Agency budget and schedule • Regularly review project schedules, analyse and monitor construction progress to determine impacts to schedule and provide feedback to GM Operations and Executive Manager Engineering • Regularly attend and/or lead detailed project meetings with contractors, consultants, and outside agencies to ensure Agency goals are achieved • Work with GM Operations to define the roles of project team members, project reporting structures, and frequency of interaction • Monitor and communicate project-related issues, scope changes, variances, and contingencies that may arise during the construction of projects to the GM, Operations • Meet and effectively communicate with project partners, project stakeholders, and public • Resolve conflicts between the contractors, and engineering consultants. Assumes a lead role in any dispute resolution activities occurring on assigned projects • Monitor consultant and contractor progress and performance, review and approve invoices, and resolve payment and project disputes • Work with General Advice (internal and external) on project management, contract provision, terminologies, and disputes issues • Coordinate construction activities associated with project implementation with GM Operations • Participate in contractor evaluation, bid analysis reviews, and award recommendations • Provide project management support and input associated with projects to Communications Stakeholder Relations Departments • Occasionally prepare and lead presentations to the public, RAL Board, and outside agencies and organizations • Complete any other job-related duties as assigned.
 
 

 
 
SENIOR MANAGER FINANCE
MARKET-RELATED COST TO COMPANY
 
REQUIREMENTS: • BCom Honours (Accounting) or B Compt (Hons) • 5 years’ experience in financial management and administration (including experience gained whilst doing articles, if applicable). • Registered accountant, including CA(SA), ACCA, or CIMA • Knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS or GRAP) • Extensive general management experience • Valid Code 08 drivers’ license. 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS AND MAIN TASKS (BUT NOT LIMITED TO): • Financial accounting (including financial statements and statutory compliance reporting) • Manage infrastructure accounting function • Manage the finance risks • Expenditure and cash flow management • Manage the performance of staff • Facilitate internal and external audits • Financial and strategic planning, including budgeting, financial and cash flow projections • Prepare annual financial statements and other mandatory financial management reports in terms of RAL policies and Treasury Regulations • Perform any other functions delegated by the Chief Financial Officer.
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR MANAGER SUPPLY CHAIN
MARKET-RELATED COST TO COMPANY
 
REQUIREMENTS: • Honours/Postgraduate in Accounting/Economics/ Purchasing/Logistics and Supply Chain Management • Minimum of 5 years’ working experience in supply chain management • In-depth knowledge of and experience in the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Public Service Regulatory Framework, Supply Chain Management (SCM) guidelines, Treasury Regulations (TR), Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA) • Advanced MS Excel and PowerPoint presentation experience. 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS AND MAIN TASKS (BUT NOT LIMITED TO): • Responsible for the overall supply chain management operations, including demand, acquisition, logistics, disposal, performance and risk management • Develop supply chain management strategy • Review the supply chain performance and making recommendations to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the supply chain • Develop and communicate supply chain management policies • Participate in the development of the standards and regulations • Assist the CFO to establish and communicate the organisation’s SCM objective and direction with key stakeholders • Ensure effective supply chain risk management • Develop an assets management strategy and plan • Manage the relationship between the directorate and internal and external stakeholder e.g. other functional areas, operational offices, the Auditors-General, Provincial Treasury.
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR MANAGER: DESIGN
MARKET-RELATED COST TO COMPANY
 
REQUIREMENTS: • Honours Degree in Civil/ Transport Engineering • Professional registration (ECSA) • 5 years’ relevant experience in design of roads infrastructure.
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS AND MAIN TASKS (BUT NOT LIMITED TO): • Ensure planning of new roads and bridges is done • Ensure design of new roads, bridges and other related structures is done • Quality assurance • Management of SHE • Evaluate roads and identify projects in accordance with budgets allocated • Develop and assess new standards and methodologies relating to engineering principles and safety • Actively participate to provide inputs to the business plan • Manage SHE and risk-reduction projects • Implement strategic plans and systems to manage road infrastructure networks. In accordance with (3 to 10 year) MTF, compile and develop plans to upgrade, tar and maintain roads • Align planning with provincial goals • Liaise with Planning & Development (provincial) and IDP (municipalities). Consult and plan in conjunction with forums. Identify and prioritise projects (annually).
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR MANAGER IT
MARKET-RELATED COST TO COMPANY
 
REQUIREMENTS: • Honours/ Postgraduate in Information Technology • The candidate should have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in the relevant field. 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS AND MAIN TASKS (BUT NOT LIMITED TO): • Participate in strategic and operational governance processes of RAL as a member of Executive Management team • Lead IT strategic and operational planning to achieve RAL goals by fostering innovation, prioritising IT initiatives, and coordinating the evaluation, deployment and management of current and future IT systems across the organisation • Develop and maintain an appropriate IT organisational structure that supports the needs of the business • Establish IT departmental goals, objectives, and operating procedures • Identify opportunities for the appropriate and cost-effective investment of financial resources in IT systems and resources, including staffing, sourcing, purchasing and in-house development • Assess and communicate risks associated with IT investments • Develop, track, and control the information technology annual operating and capital budgets • Develop and direct development and execution of an enterprise-wide disaster recovery and business continuity plan and other related initiative in accordance with COBIT framework • Assess and make recommendations on the improvement or reengineering of the IT organisation • Coordinate and facilitate consultation with stakeholders to define business and systems requirements for new technology implementations • Approve, prioritise, and control projects and the project portfolio as they relate to the selection, acquisition, development and installation of major information systems • Review hardware and software acquisition and maintenance contracts and pursue master agreements to capitalise on economies of scale • Define and communicate corporate plans, policies and standards for the organisation for acquiring, implementing and operating IT systems.
 
 
 
 
SENIOR MANAGER: LAND USE MANAGEMENT
MARKET-RELATED COST TO COMPANY
 
REQUIREMENTS: • Honours/Postgraduate in civil engineering) or equivalent • 5 years’ experience in monitoring compliance to statutory requirements on roads related matters • Registration with ECSA • Driver’s licence • Computer literary • Willingness to travel • Proven experience of statutory control on roads related matters and other related legislation and policies.
 
KEY RESPOSIBILITIES (BUT NOT LIMITED TO): • Coordinate present and motivate the sectional business plan and budget • Develop and assess new standards and methodologies relating to safety • In accordance with business plan and yearly budget develops objectives for the section, which satisfy the safety criteria and guidelines • Provide inputs to Exco through the General Manager (GM) for business plans • Recommend changes to the organisation structure (own section) to meet strategic needs • Ensure the right mix of skills and staff is appointed • Ensure efficient reporting structures are in place • Develop and implements reporting and control systems • Evaluate and monitor the existing processes to optimise staff, equipment and process efficiency and reliability • Ensure relevant and timeous recording of information • Ensure staff capacity planning to produce sufficient outputs to meet programmes in the most cost effective and professional way • Ensure meetings on internal communication takes place in the section • Communicate with and inform own staff of relevant information including policy and standards • Attend to employee relations and safety matters both internally and externally • Report to management/Exco on all issues related to the unit. • Develop a team-based culture • Develop staff plans • Empower staff by ensuring training and develop takes place • Review staff performance against objectives and to determine further training needs • Ensure control systems are in place to measure the most relevant activities and processes • Set performance standards for: o Report/ Assessment output o Quality o Safety o People• Regularly measure and correlate performance against standards • Manage performance correction when required • Ensure payments are received for billboards • Manage and control statutory requirements related to the provincial road network • Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, policies and regulations in all projects being executed by RAL and other outside institutions • Establish and maintain a database of all wayleaves issued by RAL • Control road reserves: o Control access & way-leaves o Enforce road development regulations on roads & road reserves o Ensure that service provides (Eskom, filling stations) obtain authority for access to roads and road reserves o Liaise with relevant clients and stakeholders to ensure compliance to requirements • Develop policies, procedures and systems related to statutory control requirements of RAL• Compile specifications, norms and standards • Review and evaluate all plans compiled by the section or unit • Manage and monitor the services of independent consultants • Establish and maintain a database for service providers.
 
 

 
 
SENIOR MANAGER STAKEHOLDER LIAISON AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
MARKET-RELATED COST TO COMPANY
 
REQUIREMENTS: • Honours/Postgraduate in Social Sciences majoring in Social Development/Community Development or Development studies • Degree in Project Management • 5 years’ experience in a government or parastatal agency, regulatory body, or corporation, in a stakeholder relationship management position.
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS AND MAIN TASKS (BUT NOT LIMITED TO): • Building and maintaining relationship with key stakeholders • Identify the RAL projects and infrastructure development initiatives • Develop community liaison, stakeholder relationship annual plan • Identify areas of urgency in terms of relationship building Schedule regular meetings with stakeholders• Explore opportunities to work with new stakeholders • Manage effective links throughout RAL as a whole • Ensure control systems are in place to measure the most relevant activities Regularly report on community development and stakeholder matters Manage performance correction when required to Review and report on stakeholder feedback • Ensure communities, traditional leaders and other stakeholders are continuously informed of RAL activities • Ensure that the RAL management structures are informed and educated on the stakeholder liaison and community development and relationship elements applicable to them and RAL in general • Ensure efficient reporting management structures are in place • Inform the management of RAL about all relevant information including initiatives, interventions and assistance need to deal with stakeholder concerns • Ensure external communication is open, relevant and applicable Report effectively with Government departments, communities, traditional leaders and other stakeholders are.
 
 
 
 
 
MANAGER: HEALTH AND SAFETY
MARKET-RELATED COST TO COMPANY
 
REQUIREMENTS: • Degree in Mining, Health and Safety or Safety Management/Risk Management • Minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience in a health a safety environment, Construction experience will be advantageous • SAMTRAC or equivalent • Valid Code 08 driver’s licence with own vehicle and willingness to travel • Proven experience in and knowledge of H&S management in compliance legislation (e.g. Hazardous Substances Act, Mine Health and Safety Act and Regulations, Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations) • Knowledge of relevant legislation, construction regulations, mine standard incident investigation techniques, risk assessment methodologies.
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS AND MAIN TASKS (BUT NOT LIMITED TO): • Manage established OHSA systems ensure it is up to date and current • Ensure that reported incidents are investigated and corrective action is taken • Successfully identify operational risks, draft and implement plans, set-up and ensure quality targets are met • Compile safety files for all projects (including mine and large-scale projects/developments) • To have all the required documents and information included, as per required standards (legal and industry specific) • Be responsible for health and safety systems (SHE appointments e.g. safety reps, policies and procedures, training or any related SHE requirements) • Be responsible for all Quality Management System requirements (QMS) • Ensure all contractor’s packs are updated and 100% complaint before accessing building/construction site • Identify needs and draw up safe operating procedures in all instances where required • Report to Department of Labour in terms of section 24 incidents • Chair Management SHE meetings, compile and distribute minutes of Management SHE meetings • Audit and check safety compliance on sites • Be responsible for office administration and tidiness of your working environment.
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT COMPANY SECRETARY
MARKET RELATED COST TO COMPANY
 
REQUIREMENTS: • An LLB and admission as an Attorney or Advocate2 years’ experience as an Assistant Company Secretary • Knowledge of Corporate Governance, public sector laws and regulations, and company law.
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS AND MAIN TASKS (BUT NOT LIMITED TO): • Fulfilling the statutory duties of the Company Secretary in terms of Section 88 of the Companies Act, 71 of 2008 • Rendering administrative support to the Company Secretary and the Board of Directors • Administrating all company secretarial documents for the Agency, • Maintaining records, filing systems, statutory books and records • Coordinating meetings and attending to all statutory enquiries • Assisting with the compilation of the Company’s Integrated and Sustainable Development reports as well as all other statutory reports • Arranging meetings of the Board of Directors and its committees and ensuring that all logistical arrangements concerning meetings are attended to • Preparing minutes, action sheets and Chairpersons’ Reports, meeting agendas, board papers and board packs, advisory notes and all other documentation that may be required by the Company Secretary • Conducting research on behalf of the Company Secretary.
 
 
 
 
 
MANAGER: INTERNAL AUDIT
MARKET-RELATED COST TO COMPANY
 
REQUIREMENTS: • B Com degree or B Tech Internal Audit • 3 to 5 years audit experience in Public Sector, Internal Audit Practice or with a reputable Audit firm. • Registration with CIA, South African Institute of Internal Auditors.
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS AND MAIN TASKS (BUT NOT LIMITED TO): • Identify an prioritise key business risks and relevant control measures. • Prepare annual audit plans and conduct audit assignments per approved audit plan.• Develop, manage and execute risk-based internal audit reviews.• Perform system descriptions and assess business risk,• Perform internal audit tests and procedures.• Manage, guide, and review the work of internal audit teams assisting in audit assignments • Ensure effective internal audit reporting systems are introduced and maintained. • Prepare audit reports in terms of organisation’s internal audit guidelines.• Evaluate existing control the performance of business units control functions of planning, accounting, custodial and monitoring to ascertain whether these are adequate and operating as intended. • Assist management with the control aspects of the risk assessment by evaluating compliance with statutory requirements and company policies.• Highlight areas of non-compliance to management and recommend  co effective enhancements to systems and procedures that contribute to the improvement of internal controls and management and thereby improvement business performance.• Verify responses by management to issues raised by both Internal and External Auditors.• Perform follow up audits, monthly outstanding audit logs and maintain a related documentation in line standards.• Compile findings and conclusion relation to the audits undertaken produce statutory reports timeously.• Prepare monthly and quarterly management reports, audit committee paper annual audit plans for internal reporting • Gather audit evidence in respect of every audit undertaken and maintain a database of audit reports.• Implement internal controls to safeguard assets • Ensure that audits are conducted with the IIA standards and in a professional manner • Other adhoc administrative related to the job • Coordinate internal audit matters.
 
 

Assist with the review and rollout of the business continuity policy framework, strategy, and plan for the Agency.• Assist with the review and roll-out of the business continuity and disaster recovery mechanisms for the Agency.• Lead the facilitation in planning, monitoring, and reporting on the BCM scenario testing / simulations.• Ensure that the Agency is kept abreast of developments in the risk management fraternity both locally and internationally.• Provide input into the development and updating of the Agency’s risk management policy framework and standards.• Facilitate and / or implement the risk management training and awareness with stakeholders.• Leading and facilitating the risk assessments workshops.• Assist in developing, monitoring, and reporting on the Agency’s risk appetite and tolerance levels.• Assist in developing, monitoring, and reporting on the key risk indicators.• Assist in the review and roll-out of the fraud prevention and corruption policies, as well as strategy and plans.• Establish the ethics office at the Agency.• Develop the ethics management policy, framework, strategy, and implementation plan.
 
COMPETENCIES: • Research and analytical skills.• Problem solving skills.• Interpersonal skills.• Conflict management skills. • Ability to independently manage and administer the Agency’s risk management system with minimal oversight. • Capability to develop and implement effective risk management processes and procedures. • Ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships. • Strong communication skills (oral and written).• Ethically sound. • Integrity and honesty.• Ability to keep confidential information. • Leadership and managerial skills.• Knowledge of the barn owl GRC software.
 
 
 
 
OFFICE COORDINATOR MONITORING AND EVALUATION
MARKET-RELATED COST TO COMPANY
 
REQUIREMENTS: • Diploma/Bachelors’ Degree in Commerce or Administration (Dip/B.Com/B.Admin.) or a Relevant Tertiary Qualification in Monitoring and Evaluation • 2 years’ experience in strategic planning.
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS AND MAIN TASKS (BUT NOT LIMITED TO): • Assist with coordinating SP & APP Sessions • Assist with analysing and verifying Units’ inputs from SP & APP Sessions • Assist with reviewing final SP & APP documents before final submission.• Co-ordinate the submission of Electronic Quarterly Performance Report (eQPRS) • Track and monitor Quarterly Organisational Performance • Lead data collection procedure and ensure availability of data for audit purposes. • Analyse, verify & validate reported performance against PoE • Plan and administer the design and management of electronic data management systems • Review Annual Performance Report before final submission • Assist with the preparing & finalising Portfolio Committee Reports • Assist with preparing & finalising SCOPA Responses • Coordinate the development, implementation and management of robust Monitoring and Evaluation system. This includes but is not limited to: o Indicator and target development; o Data management mechanisms; o Data quality assurance; and o Reporting across various programmes. • Administer programme-wide M&E protocols, including data flows, data collection systems as well as tools for proper implementation of the M&E system as and when need arises • Provide support to the Executive Manager through coordinating departmental programmes; monitoring the implementation of the programmes; and organising M&E specific training.
 
 
 
 
 
MANAGER: COMMUNICATIONS
MARKET-RELATED COST TO COMPANY
 
REQUIREMENTS: • Degree in communications, Journalism, Media Studies or Marketing • 3 t0 5 years of experience in managerial or supervisory role in the specified fields • Valid and active PRISA registration will be an added advantage.
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS AND MAIN TASKS (BUT NOT LIMITED TO): • Advice Management of the effective strategies and initiatives that can be used to communicate and promote that image of RAL • Identifies and capitalizes on opportunities to promote and positively represent the organization through internal and external communication.• Develops and implements policies and procedures for communicating on behalf of the organization that promote the corporate identity and promotes and supports the organizations mission.• Ensure that all corporate publications are developed, produced with schedule • Handle all media relations responsibilities included writing press releases • Oversees the workflow and work assignments of the communications team to ensure effective collaboration among team members and consistent, quality work. • Drafts proposals for special communications projects; presents on and promotes these projects to management.• Seeks new methods and creative strategies to increase internal and external awareness of key events and changes in the organization including the launch of new products, special events, local and global community service, and other topics of interest. • Prepares and delivers presentations in the company to share information.• Prepares and distributes direct marketing products.• Represents the company in a variety of settings, always promoting the company in the best possible way.• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Senior Manager • Transfer skills and trains other staff members • Runs the social media of the organisation.
 
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MANAGER KNOWLEDGE INFORMATION AND RECORDS MANAGEMENT
MARKET-RELATED COST TO COMPANY
 
REQUIREMENTS: • Degree in Records Management and/or Information Management or equivalent • Postgraduate Degree in Information will be an added advantage • Relevant training presented by the National Archives and Records Service will be an added advantage Knowledge of relevant standards and statutory and regulatory framework NARS Act, PAIA • 3 to 5 years’ experience in a records, document management, information management and enterprise content management environment. Understanding of the utilisation and application of records management policy Filing procedures, National Archives Knowledge in Minimum Information Security Standards and legislative requirements Extensive knowledge of paper-based records management, electronic records management, information strategy an policy, and document management • Knowledge of change management, stakeholder management and management skills; computer literacy (i.e. Microsoft Office suite) • Communication skills (i.e. verbal and written); and presentation skills.• Establishing and maintaining the records management function in the Agency and developing and overseeing the implementation of strategies and records management action plans Directing, planning and overseeing the development and implementation of policies, procedures, objectives and activities of the record management function, and ensuring compliance therewith • Compiling and maintaining approve records classification systems for paper-based and electronic records Addressing information security classification and declassification procedures as prescribed by the Information Security Policy • Directing and co-ordinating all activities related to records management governance, risk and compliance • Overseeing the implementation of systematic disposal programmes to reduce\ the storage cost involved in storing records no longer required for administrative, legal and functional purposes after written disposal authority has been obtained from the National Archive • Ensuring that the inspection of sub-records managers takes place accordingly, that sound record management practices are followed and that all records are kept in safe custody in the Agency • Ensuring that managers and registry staff are trained to apply the proper registry procedure/ records management to facilitate sound management of records • Co-ordinating and arranging for the provision of access to information contained in records in terms of the Promotion of Access to Information Act, 200 (Act No.2 of 2000) • Administration of PAIA and to ensure that staff understand the contents of the Act and process information requests in terms of PAIA • Conferring with the RAL Executive management, Risk Management Committee and departments, and the National Archives to address problems, and to ensure transparency and the smooth running of operations.
 

 
 
 
ASSISTANT MANAGER: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
MARKET-RELATED COST TO COMPANY
 
REQUIREMENTS: • Degree in Social Sciences majoring in Social Development, or Community Development • 2 years working experience in the relevant field • Driver’s license • Local Languages • Computer literate • Presentation Skills • Interpersonal and Communication Skills • Stakeholder Relations or Project Management course/module will be an added advantage.
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS AND MAIN TASKS (BUT NOT LIMITED TO): • Develop Social and Institutional Development (SID) project plan for each when projects are identified.• Develop a specific plan for SID contractors per project• Attend and conduct SID awareness workshops • Monitor stakeholder and project communities’ acceptance of projects. • Facilitate closure certificate for SID consultants.• Advise/verify information during tender sight inspections • Attend project meetings • Facilitate briefing sessions subsequent to appointment of SID consultants • Sign agreements/contracts • Office audit: Update database of SID consultants • Check capacity of consultant’s resources • Identify potential SID consultants • Inspect sites with stakeholders and contractors.• Ensure that reports by consultants comply with standards. • Perform quality assurance of SID reports. • Attend to Steering Committee reports and SID Management Programme reports for submission to the relevant stakeholder departments.• Facilitate and identify community requirements, in addition to the SID authorisations received i.e. relocate graves etc.• Receive monitoring reports and act on findings to ensure compliance.• Receive and verify completed tasks against claims made by SID consultants.• Resolving disputes in projects as and when need arises • Contribute towards realistic budgeting.• Compile stakeholder consultation report and participate on stakeholder department committee.• Ensure public participation in SID meetings. • Act as representative on behalf of RAL at Steering Committee and community meetings.• File records and maintain RAL database for submissions, invoices received monthly.• Monitor meeting reports, progress reports and financial reports.• Attend to correspondence from the consultants involved in communities.• Write project reports • Reconcile budget with payments.• Monitor performance in accordance with the budget • Collect data and develop a database regarding consultant costs. • Advise consultants and contractors regarding community and stakeholder queries regarding matters of a SID nature.• Attend to any problem areas where regarding SID matters.• Coordination of other Institutional and Social Development project related activities, as and when required • Facilitate training needs assessment • CETA training module identification.• Advice on skills development.
 
 
 
 
 
STRUCTURAL DESIGN ENGINEER
MARKET-RELATED COST TO COMPANY
 
REQUIREMENTS: • B Eng. or B Sc. or B Tech Eng. Degree in Civil Engineering. • MEng in structures or MTech Structures highly advantageous • Registered with ECSA as a Professional Engineer or Professional Engineering Technologist. • The incumbent must have at least 3 to 5 working experience in related industry, and specialist experience in pavements • Prior bridge engineering consulting experience advantageous. • COTO certified Bridge/Culvert Inspector advantageous.
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS AND MAIN TASKS (BUT NOT LIMITED TO): • Accountable for the development and maintenance of SANRAL’s policies, standards and procedures that govern structures • Oversee maintenance of RAL’s Bridge and Structures Asset Management Policy aligned to ISO 55000 as well as the Asset Management Plan for structures • Responsible for oversight over all projects that have structures. • Provide technical advisory services internally to projects (during planning, design and construction) that involve structures, and externally when required • Responsible for reviewing and approving all network structure concept proposals and design reports prepared by consultants. • Responsible for the review and sign-off of all final structure design drawings • Assess and approve structural rehabilitation proposals. • Perform project management role in the designing phase.• Conduct site visits to perform quality assurance checks on projects and to inspect conditions of structures if required. • Conduct research on innovative methods for the design and construction of structures, including the role of technology. • Conduct workshops with engineers in training and broader industry.• Verify that all structures (bridges, major culverts and future, retaining walls, high mast etc.) are inspected at a maximum interval of 5 years and that information is uploaded to ITIS. • Review quarterly reports on the network’s structures performance.
 
 
 
 
 
PAVEMENT DESIGN ENGINEER
MARKET-RELATED COST TO COMPANY
 
REQUIREMENTS: • B Eng. or B Sc. or B Tech Eng. Degree in Civil Engineering. • MEng Pavement / Materials or MTech Pavement/ Materials highly advantageous • Registered with ECSA as a Professional Engineer or Professional Engineering Technologist. • The incumbent must have at least 3 to 5 years working experience in related industry, and specialist experience in pavements.
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS AND MAIN TASKS (BUT NOT LIMITED TO): • Review Assessment & Design Reports and propose appropriate solutions / strategies • Conduct regular audits • Ensure completion of projects on time, within budget and conformance with quality standards. • Review scope of work and potential impact on the budget • Ensure compliance with all technical and quality requirements of the contract. • Consider innovation / alternatives in project lifecycle • Mitigate and report on incidents as and when required.• Monitors performance of projects through regular meetings with consultants • Review scope of work and potential impact on the budget and request additional funds if necessary. • Ensure compliance with all technical, financial and quality requirements of the contract.• Consider innovation / alternatives in project lifecycle.
 
 
 
 
 
GEOTECHNICAL DESIGN ENGINEER
MARKET-RELATED COST TO COMPANY
 
REQUIREMENTS: • B Sc. or B Tech (Geotechnology) BSc honours BSc Eng., BEng, BTech Eng. • BSc Hons (Geotechnology) highly advantageous • The incumbent must have at least 3 to 5 years working experience in related industry, and specialist experience in pavements • Professional registration with SACNASP (South African Council for Natural Sciences Professional) Pr.Sci.Nat or ECSA. Preferably a registered member of South African institute of engineering geologists (MSAIEG) will be an added advantage. 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS AND MAIN TASKS (BUT NOT LIMITED TO): • Give inputs on material and mining related issues • Provide specialist support on surveys and property issues • Assist in special planning on problematic lend • Drive research and innovation in material utilisation and alternative products. • Conduct regular audits • Review scope of work and potential impact on the budget • Ensure compliance with all technical and quality requirements of the contract. • Heads up and/or actively participates in activities of relevant technical cluster (Materials and Environmental). • Shares knowledge and experience with colleagues and subordinates • Pursue research and best practice • Cultivates and maintains good working relationships with key stakeholders, consultants and contractors • Maintains good working relationships with all colleagues in all regions and areas of expertise. • Ensure internal collaboration and co-operation.
 
 
 
 
 
GEOMETRIC DESIGN ENGINEER
MARKET-RELATED COST TO COMPANY
 
REQUIREMENTS:• B Eng. or B Sc. or B Tech Eng. Degree in Civil Engineering (Geometric Design). • MEng Civil or MTech Civil with Geometric design experience will be advantageous. • Registered with ECSA as a Professional Engineer or Professional Engineering Technologist. • The incumbent must have at least 3 to 5 years working experience in geometric design of roads. 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS AND MAIN TASKS (BUT NOT LIMITED TO):• Review Assessment & Design Reports and propose appropriate solutions / strategies • Conduct geometric design analysis on road projects in AutoCAD • Ensure completion of projects on time, within budget and conformance with quality standards. • Ensure compliance with all technical and quality requirements of the contract. • Consider innovation / alternatives in road designs • Mitigate and report on incidents as and when required. • Review all geometrics designs • Review or investigate all instances of non-conforming work • Shares knowledge and experience with colleagues and subordinates • Pursue research and best practice • Develop and amend RAL’s specifications and documentation • Participate in developing industry skills and capacity • Maintains good working relationships with colleagues in other regions and/or areas of expertise. • Cultivates and maintains good working relationships with key stakeholders, consultants and contractors • Maintains good working relationships with all colleagues in all regions and areas of expertise. • Cultivates and maintains good working relationships with key stakeholders, consultants and contractors. • Ensure internal collaboration and co-operation. • Promote aims and objectives of RAL. • Maintains good working relationships with all colleagues in all regions and areas of expertise. • Cultivates and maintains good working relationships with key stakeholders, consultants and contractors. • Ensure internal collaboration and cooperation. • Promote aims and objectives of RAL.
 
 
 
 
 
MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT
MARKET RELATED COST TO COMPANY
 
REQUIREMENTS: • BCom or equivalent qualification majoring in Management Accounting, Financial Management, or Financial Accounting • CIMA and other higher qualifications will be an added advantage • 3 years exposure to management accounting • Strong IT skills and Computer literacy – at least intermediate excel skills.
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS AND MAIN TASKS (BUT NOT LIMITED TO): • Producing monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounting reports, including budgets, cash flows forecast, monthly management accounts, variance analysis and commentaries • Assisting with the preparation, consolidation, and review of the annual budgets for the units • Ongoing review of cash flow and production of rolling forecasts • Assisting with the design and ongoing review of the organisation chart of account • Determining what information is needed by management and explaining numbers to non-financial managers.

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PROCEDURE OF APPLICATIONS
A detailed CV accompanied by a covering letter, recent original certified copies (not more than 6 months old) of educational qualifications. professional membership, and ID and must be forwarded by post to;
The Executive Manager: Corporate Services
Roads Agency Limpopo,
Private Bag x9554, Polokwane 0699
 
HAND DELIVER DURING OFFICE HOURS 8H00-16H30
Office No 2-35 (Registry) 
Roads Agency Limpopo
26 Rabe Street
 
TAKE NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING: Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to verification of qualifications, employment and security clearance, Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) and therefore must attach certified copies of certificates of evaluation by SAQA. Applicants are informed that applications, qualifications and CV will not be returned. Applicants must also note that if no notification of appointment is not received within 60 days of the closing date, they must accept that their applications have been unsuccessful and are hereby thanked for applying. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. No faxed or emailed applications will be accepted. The Agency reserves the right to withdraw and or/not fill a post. Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. You may however contact the Agency to check your application.
 
Enquiries should be directed to : Mesdames Doris Moloto or Thandi Hlabangwane 015-914213 /4600/4602
 
Closing date: 24th December 2021