WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF INFRASTRUCTURE 

 

APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

 

CLOSING DATE : 25 May 2026 

 

 

 

NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates 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. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.



 

 


 

OTHER POSTS

 

 

CHIEF ENGINEER (GRADE A): MATERIALS REF NO: DOI 41/2026 

SALARY : Grade A: R1 317 108 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package), (OSD as prescribed). 

CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government.

 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Engineering degree (B Eng/BSC (Eng)) or relevant qualification); Six years post qualification engineering experience required; Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer; A valid code B driving license. Competencies: Technical: Programme and project management; Engineering, legal and operational compliance; Engineering operational communication; Process knowledge and skills; Maintenance skills and knowledge; Mobile equipment operating skills; Engineering design and analysis knowledge; Research and development; Computer-aided engineering applications; Creating high performance culture; Technical consulting; Ensure material design standards, specifications and quality control processes are applied and continuously improved; Lead innovation and improvements in road materials; Support asset management through the use of materials performance data; Provide technical advice on materials for development applications, abnormal loads and impacts on the road network; Guide laboratory testing, field investigations and material monitoring to support sound decision-making. Generic: Strategic capability and leadership; Problem solving and analysis; Decision making; Team leadership; Creativity; Financial management; Customer focus and responsiveness; Communication; Computer skills; People management; Planning and organising; Conflict management; Negotiation skills; Change management. 

 

DUTIES : Engineering design and analysis effectiveness; Maintain engineering operational effectiveness: Governance: Allocate, control, monitor and report on all resources; Financial Management; People management. 

 

ENQUIRIES : mughtar.petersen@westerncape.gov.za

 

 

 

 

 

CONTROL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST: MATERIALS LABORATORY REF NO: DOI 46/2026 

SALARY : Grade A: R958 776 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package), (OSD as prescribed). 

CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government 

 

REQUIREMENTS : Bachelor of Technology in Engineering (B Tech) or relevant qualification; Six years post qualification Engineering Technologist experience required; Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineering Technologist; A valid code B driving license. Competencies: Technical: Project management; Technical design and analysis knowledge; Research and development; Computer-aided engineering applications; Knowledge of legal compliance; Technical report writing; Technical consulting; Networking; Professional judgment; Knowledge of road construction materials and testing methods; Understanding of applicable standards and laboratory accreditation systems; Materials data analysis and interpretation; Laboratory quality management. Generic: Problem solving and analysis; Decision making; Team leadership; Creativity; Change management; Financial management; Customer focus and responsiveness; Communication; Computer skills; Planning and organising; People management. 

 

DUTIES : Manage technological advisory services: Plan technological support to Engineers and associate professionals in the field; Ensure the adherence and promotion of safety standards in line with statutory and regulatory requirements; Solve broadly defined technological challenges through application of proven techniques and procedures; and Develop, maintain and manage current technologies; Monitoring and evaluation of technological designs; Evaluate and monitor existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology; Ensure quality assurance of technical designs with specifications and make recommendations for approval by the relevant authority; and Identify and optimize technical solutions by applying engineering principles; Manage administrative and related functions: Provide inputs into the budgeting process; Compile and submit reports as required; Provide and consolidate inputs to the technological/engineering operational plan; Ensure the development, implementation and maintenance databases; and Manage and supervise technological and related personnel and assets; Research and development: Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures; Research/literature studies on engineering technology to improve expertise; To liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering-related matters. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr M Petersen Tel No: (021) 483 2216

 

 

 

 

 

PROFESSIONAL ELECTRICAL ENGINEER (PRODUCTION LEVEL): ENGINEERING SERVICES REF NO: DOI 66/2025 R2 

SALARY : Grade A: R914 517 - Grade C: R1 376 199 per annum, (Salary will be determined based on post registration experience as per OSD prescript). 

CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government. 

 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Electrical Engineering Degree [B Eng/BSc (Eng)] or relevant qualification; Three years post qualification engineering experience required; Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer; A valid code B driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Contract documentation and administration; Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act and regulations; National Building Regulations and all relevant built environment legislation; Decision-making and team leadership; Financial Management; Programme and Project Management; Built environment experience especially regarding electrical engineering design and analysis in the construction of office and general buildings and facilities; Computer-aided design of buildings and services; Design of different electrical systems; Knowledge of access control and CCTV Camera systems; Knowledge of legal compliance and formulation of policies in a multi-disciplinary professional environment; Knowledge of procurement processes; Proven computer literacy (MS Office/Projects/Revit/ AutoCAD, Communication (written and verbal) skills; People Management skills; Technical report writing skills; Leadership, communication, organising skills; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Conflict management; Able to work in a team. 

 

DUTIES : Planning for success (Initiative, planning and execution); Serving proudly together (Communications, management of human resources and quality of work); Financial sustainability and accountability (Acceptance of responsibility and management of financial resources); Knowledge management for effective service delivery (Technical skills). 

 

ENQUIRIES : Ms C Skillicorn Tel No: (021) 483 4605 

 

 

 

 

 

PROFESSIONAL MECHANICAL ENGINEER (PRODUCTION LEVEL) PROGRAMME/PROJECT INFRASTRUCTURE DELIVERY REF NO: DOI 80/2025 R1 

SALARY : Grade A: R914 517 - Grade C: R1 376 199 per annum, (Salary will be determined based on post registration experience as per OSD prescript). 

CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government. 

 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Mechanical Engineering Degree [B Eng/BSc (Eng)] or relevant qualification; Three years post qualification engineering experience required; Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer (Mechanical); A valid code B driving licence. Competencies: Contract documentation and administration; Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act and regulations; National Building Regulations and all relevant built environment legislation; Decision-making and team leadership; Financial Management; Programme and Project Management; Built environment especially regarding mechanical engineering design and analysis in the construction of office and general buildings and facilities; Computer supported design of buildings and services; Design of different mechanical systems, including but not limited to, HVAC, wet services and fire engineering; Knowledge of legal compliance and formulation of policies in a multi-disciplinary professional environment; Problem-solving and analysis; Knowledge of procurement processes; Proven computer literacy (MS Office, MS Project, Revit, AutoCAD, engineering applications); Written and verbal communication skills; People Management skills; Technical report writing skills; Leadership, communication, organising and teamwork; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Conflict management; Able to work in a team.

 

DUTIES : Planning for success (Initiative, planning and execution); Serving proudly together (Communications, Management of human resources and quality of work); Financial sustainability and accountability (Acceptance of responsibility and management of financial resources); Knowledge management for effective service delivery (Technical skills). 

 

ENQUIRIES : Ms C Skillicorn Tel No: (021) 483 4605 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (PRODUCTION LEVEL): ROAD SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT REF NO: DOI 44/2026 (X4 POSTS) 

SALARY : Grade A: R407 337 - Grade C: R610 131 per annum, (Salary will be determined based on post registration experience as per OSD prescribed).

CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government. 

 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma in Civil Engineering or relevant qualification; Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as an Engineering Technician; A minimum of 3 years relevant post qualification technical (Civil engineering) experience; A valid driving license (Code B or higher). Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Geotechnical and pavement design of roads; Road infrastructure material; Technical support service knowledge in respect of material quality control and management for road and bridge construction; Legal compliance; As-built and standard specifications; Ability to solve broadly defined technological challenges through application of proven techniques and procedures; Communication (written and verbal); Interpersonal skills; People Management; Planning and organising; Record keeping; Problem solving; Change management; Knowledge or experience in the condition assessments of surfaced and gravel roads; Efficient skills in report writing and presenting; Willing to travel to sites and workaway from home; Efficient computer literacy and good knowledge of MS Office suite; Team player.

 

DUTIES : Render technical services in line with qualification; Assist engineers, technologists and associates in the field; Provide and consolidate inputs to the technical / engineering operational plan; Promote safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements; Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology and produce technical designs with specifications and submit for evaluation and approval by the relevant authority; Compile and submit reports as required; Develop, implement and maintain system databases; Liaise with relevant stakeholders on engineering related matters; The following will be advantageous: Working knowledge or experience in the condition assessments of surfaced and gravel roads; Efficient skills in report writing and presenting; Willing to travel to sites and work away from home; Efficient computer literacy and good working knowledge of MS Office suite. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr NJ van Gass Tel No: (021) 483 5160 

 

 

 

 

 

ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST: ELECTRICAL (PRODUCTION LEVEL) REF NO: DOI 66/2024 R4 

SALARY : Grade A: R471 720 - Grace C: R717 846 per annum, (Salary will be determined based on post registration experience as per OSD prescript) 

CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government 

 

REQUIREMENTS : Bachelor of Technology in Electrical Engineering (B Tech) or relevant qualification; Three years post qualification Engineering Technologist (Electrical) experience; Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineering Technologist; A valid code B driving license. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Project management; Technical design and analysis knowledge; Research and development; Computer-aided engineering applications; Legal compliance; Technical report writing; Technical consulting; Networking; Professional judgment; Skills needed: Decision making; Team leadership; Creativity; Change management; Financial management; Customer focus and responsiveness; Communication (written and verbal); Computer skills; Planning and organising; People management. Problem solving and analysis. 

 

DUTIES : Provide technological advisory services: Support Engineers, Technicians and associates in field, workshop and office activities; Promote safety standards in line with statutory and regulatory requirements; Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology; Solve broadly defined technological challenges through application of proven techniques and procedures; Develop, maintain and manage current technologies; and Identify and optimize technical solutions by applying engineering principles. Perform administrative and related functions: Compile and submit monthly and quarterly reports; Provide inputs to the operational plan; and develop, implement and maintain databases; Research and development: Keep up with new technologies and procedures; Research/literature studies on technical engineering technology to improve expertise; and to liaise with relevant boards/councils on engineering-related matters. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Abubakr.Manack@westerncape.gov.za

 

 

 

 

 

 

PERSONAL ASSISTANT: STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT AND OPERATIONAL SUPPORT REF NO: DOI 45/2026 

SALARY : R338 106 – R398 277 per annum (Level 07) 

CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government 

 

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification) plus an accredited secretarial diploma and/or administrative qualification on the level of NQF level 5 or relevant higher tertiary qualification; A minimum of 3 years’ experience in rendering a support service to management/ senior management. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: General Support; Financial Support; Record keeping; Relevant policies and procedures. Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Communication skills (written and verbal); Good interpersonal and decision-making skills; Planning and Organising; Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

 

DUTIES : Provide a secretarial/ receptionist support service to the manager; Render administrative support services; Provide support to the manager regarding meetings; Support the manager with the administration of the manager’s budget; Studies the relevant Public Service and departmental prescripts/ policies and other documents and ensure that the application there of is understood properly. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr R Maharaj Tel No: (021) 483 4123