WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF INFRASTRUCTURE VACANCIES

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NOTE : Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co will be accepted. 
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time as determined by the department. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. you may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Otherwise, 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. 
 

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CHIEF ARCHITECT: HEALTH INFRASTRUCTURE REF NO: DOI 19/2025 
SALARY : R1 042 170 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : B-Degree in Architecture (or relevant qualification) as recognised by SACAP; A minimum of 6 years post qualification architectural experience; A valid driving licence; Compulsory registration with SACAP as a Professional Architect. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Technical: Programme and project management; Architectural legal and operational compliance; Architectural operational communication; Process knowledge and skills; Maintenance skills and knowledge; Mobile equipment operating skills; Architectural principles; Research and development; Computer-aided engineering applications; Creating high performance culture; Technical consulting; Professional judgment' Generic: 'Strategic capability and leadership; Financial management Conflict management Negotiation skills Problem solving and analysis; Decision making; Team leadership; Creativity; Customer focus and responsiveness; Communication; Computer skills; People Management; Planning and Organising; Change Management; Good analytical, problem solving, interpersonal and organisational skills; Good verbal and written communication skills; Computer literacy (MS Project, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). 
 
DUTIES : Architectural design and analysis effectiveness will entail the following: Perform final review and approvals or audits on architectural designs according to design principles or theory; Co-ordinate design efforts and integration across disciplines to ensure seamless integration with current technology. Maintaining architectural operational effectiveness; Manage the execution of architectural strategy through the provision of appropriate structures, systems and resources; Set architectural standards, specifications and service levels according to organizational objectives to ensure optimum operational availability; Monitor and maintain efficiencies according to organizational goals to direct or redirect architectural services for the attainment of organisational objectives. Financial Management will entail the following: Ensure the availability and management of funds to meet the budgeted MTEF objectives within the architectural environment/services; Manage the operational capital project portfolio for the operation to ensure effective resourcing according to organizational needs and objectives; Manage the commercial value add of the discipline-related programmes and projects; Facilitate the compilation of innovation proposals to ensure validity and adherence to organisational principles; Allocate, monitor, control expenditure according to budget to ensure efficient cash flow management. Governance will entail the following: Allocate, monitor and control resources; Compile risk logs and manage significant risk according to sound risk management practice and organisational requirements; Provide technical consulting services for the operation of architectural related matters to minimize possible architectural risks; Manage and implement knowledge sharing initiatives e.g. short-term assignments and secondments within and across operations, in support of individual development plans, operational requirements and return on investment; Continuously monitor the exchange and protection of information between operations and individuals. People Management will entail the following: Manage the development motivation and utilisation of human resources for the discipline to ensure competent knowledge base for the continued success of architectural services according to organisational needs and requirements; Manage subordinates' key performance areas by setting and monitoring performance standards and taking actions to correct the deviations to achieve departmental objectives. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr E du Plooy at Etienne.duPlooy@westerncape.gov.za
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
 
 
 
 
 
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (PRODUCTION LEVEL): ENGINEERING SERVICES (HEALTH INFRASTRUCTURE) REF NO: DOI 20/2025 (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY : Grade A: R371 253 - R396 522 per annum 
Grade B: R419 325 - R449 079 per annum 
Grade C: R472 812 - R556 080 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 Electrical 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 (Engineering) experience; A valid code B driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Technical: Project Management knowledge and experience: Technical design and analysis knowledge; Research and development; Computer-aided engineering; AutoCAD drawing; Knowledge of legal compliance; Technical report writing; Technical consulting; Generic: Problem solving and analysis; Decision making; Team work; Creativity; Customer focus and responsiveness; Communication; Computer skills; People Management; Planning and Organising; Change Management; Good analytical, interpersonal and organisational skills; Good verbal and written communication skills; Computer literacy (MS Project, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). 
 
DUTIES : Render technical services; Assist Engineers, Technologists and associates in field, workshop, and technical office activities; Promote safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements; Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology and review and or produce technical designs with specifications and submit for evaluation and approval by the relevant authority; Perform administrative and related functions; Provide input into the budgeting process as required; Compile and submit reports as required; Provide and consolidate inputs to the technical/engineering operational plan; Develop, implement and maintain databases and supervise and control technical and related personnel and assets; Research and development; Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures; Research/literature studies on technical engineering technology to improve expertise and liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering related matters. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms J Thomas Tel No: (021) 483 2004/ (083) 488 5875 
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
 
 
 
 
 
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (PRODUCTION LEVEL): ENGINEERING SERVICES (HEALTH INFRASTRUCTURE) REF NO: DOI 21/2025 
SALARY : Grade A: R371 253 - R396 522 per annum 
Grade B: R419 325 - R449 079 per annum 
Grade C: R472 812 - R 556 080 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 Engineering Mechanical 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 (Engineering) experience; A valid code B driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Technical: Project Management knowledge and experience: Technical design and analysis knowledge; Research and development; Computer-aided engineering; AutoCAD drawing; Knowledge of legal compliance; Technical report writing; Technical consulting; Generic: Problem solving and analysis; Decision making; Team work; Creativity; Customer focus and responsiveness; Communication; Computer skills; People Management; Planning and Organising; Change Management; Good analytical, interpersonal and organisational skills; Good verbal and written communication skills; Computer literacy (MS Project, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
 
DUTIES : Render technical services; Assist Engineers, Technologists and associates in field, workshop, and technical office activities; Promote safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements; Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology and review and or produce technical designs with specifications and submit for evaluation and approval by the relevant authority; Perform administrative and related functions; Provide input into the budgeting process as required; Compile and submit reports as required; Provide and consolidate inputs to the technical/engineering operational plan; Develop, implement and maintain databases and supervise and control technical and related personnel and assets; Research and development; Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures; Research/literature studies on technical engineering technology to improve expertise and liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering related matters. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr E du Plooy at Etienne.duPlooy@westerncape.gov.za
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
 
 
 
 
 
 
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (PRODUCTION LEVEL): CIVIL AND STRUCTURAL: ENGINEERING SERVICES (EDUCATION INFRASTRUCTURE) REF NO: DOI 22/2025 
SALARY : Grade A: R371 253 - R396 522 per annum 
Grade B: R419 325 - R449 079 per annum 
Grade C: R472 812 - R556 080 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 Engineering Civil and Structural 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 (Engineering) experience; A valid code B driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Technical: Project Management knowledge and experience: Technical design and analysis knowledge; Research and development; Computer-aided engineering; AutoCAD drawing; Knowledge of legal compliance; Technical report writing; Technical consulting; Generic: Problem solving and analysis; Decision making; Team work; Creativity; Customer focus and responsiveness; Communication; Computer skills; People Management; Planning and Organising; Change Management; Good analytical, interpersonal and organisational skills; Good verbal and written communication skills; Computer literacy (MS Project, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). 
 
DUTIES : Render technical services; Assist Engineers, Technologists and associates in field, workshop, and technical office activities; Promote safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements; Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology and review and or produce technical designs with specifications and submit for evaluation and approval by the relevant authority; Perform administrative and related functions; Provide input into the budgeting process as required; Compile and submit reports as required; Provide and consolidate inputs to the technical/engineering operational plan; Develop, implement and maintain databases and supervise and control technical and related personnel and assets; Research and development; Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures; Research/literature studies on technical engineering technology to improve expertise and liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering related matters. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms T Potgieter Tel No: (021) 483 4881 / Email: Tanya.Potgieter@westerncape.gov.za
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

​ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: FRAUD AND LOSS CONTROL REF NO: DOI 09/2025 
SALARY : R444 036 - R532 602 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B-Degree ((or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a fraud and loss control environment or similar environment; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: WCG Loss Control processes and procedures; Management of Losses and Claims as per the PFMA, NTR, PTI, Government Motor Transport Handbook version 1 of 2019, Departmental Security policy, Prescription Act 68 of 1969 and the process to recover losses; Excellent communication (verbal and. written) and report writing skills; Ability to assess evidence w.r.t losses and claims and investigation skills; Skills in organising, planning (time management), problem solving and analytical skills, meet strict deadlines monthly and quarterly; Monitor and prevent prescription. 
 
DUTIES : Ensure that an integrated loss control system is kept; Manage all claims by or against the state; All losses and claims are reported and recorded; Oversee the recovery of losses and damages; Manage a heavy workload; Manage the process associated with writing off cases; Compile monthly statistics to Provincial Treasury; Manage the Contingent Liabilities; Compile the quarterly Loss Control consolidated report to Management; Provide quarterly inputs for the IFS and AFS; Distribution of cases; People Management; Skills Development and Operational Management; Ensure that targets and deadlines are met. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms LD Atkins Tel No: (021) 483 3743 
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
 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: SCM CAPACITY BUILDING REF NO: DOI 17/2025 
SALARY : R444 036 - R532 602 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years’ experience in supply chain management/Finance/Audit environment. Recommendation: Working knowledge of the relevant legislative and regulatory requirements pertaining to Supply Chain Management. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Supply Chain Management; Planning and organising; Problem solving and decision making; Project management; Communication and information management; Team membership. 
 
DUTIES : Design, develop and implement a comprehensive capacity-building program to strengthen acquisition and contract management skills across the organisation; Identify skills gaps and create targeted training materials, workshops and programs tailored to procurement, contract management, and supply chain management; Facilitate capacity building in SCM, by the rollout of training initiatives, collaborating with other departments to ensure programs are well integrated with existing processes and meet organizational goals; Manage, co-ordinate, monitor and facilitate the successful implementation of capacity building initiatives in SCM, by engaging with internal stakeholders across various departments to understand capacity-building needs, challenges, and opportunities within acquisition and contract management; Implement the supply chain management system by using data analytics and employee feedback to continually improve acquisition and contract management methodologies; Prepare reports for leadership on program impact, recommending adjustments to improve outcomes; Draft and implement departmental policies and standard operating procedures with reference to capacity building in SCM (Acquisition and Contract Management). 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms P Van Der Merwe Tel No:(021) 483 6915 
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
 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: ACQUISITION AND CONTRACT MANAGEMENT) REF NO: DOI 18/2025 (X3 POSTS) 
SALARY : R444 036 - R532 602 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B-Degree e equivalent or higher qualification; A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Supply Chain Management/Finance/Audit environment. Recommendation: Working knowledge of the relevant legislative and regulatory requirements pertaining to Supply Chain Management. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Monitoring and evaluation methods, tools and techniques; Business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modelling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources; Principles and processes for providing customer and personal services, including needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction; Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) Treasury Regulations and guidelines; SCM Regulations, practice notes, circulars, policy frameworks; Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act and its associated regulations. Skills needed: Communication & Information management; Proven computer literacy; Numeracy; Project management; Planning and organising; Problem-solving and decision-making; Team membership. 
 
DUTIES : Manage forms of bidding (competitive, limited, transversal and unsolicited) including policy. Perform the related activities to the functioning of the SCM committee system, inclusive of the secretariat service; Manage quotation procurement (written and verbal), emergency procurement and petty cash procurement; Manage forms of specialised procurement (consultants, IT, infrastructure/construction, roster, list of selected suppliers) policy, as well as managing the participating in contracts arranged by other organs of state policy; Facilitate, renew, extend and cancel contracts; Process contract amendments, contract breach and/or disputes and administer contract negotiations; Monitor and report on contracts and collate data for contract performance and relations. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms P Van Der Merwe Tel No: (021) 483 6915 
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
 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: ROAD DESIGN REF NO: DOI 23/2025 
SALARY : R308 154 - R362 994 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 1-2 year post Matric Certificate (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Principles and processes for providing customer and personal service; Quality control; Technical knowledge; Information management; Public administration; Skills needed: Written and verbal communication; Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Applied Strategic Thinking; Creative Thinking; Decision Making; Problem Analysis; Technical Proficiency; Problem-solving & Decision-making; Planning & Organising; Citizen Focus & Responsiveness.
 
DUTIES : Rendering administrative support services; Provide support to manager regarding meetings; Supports the manager with the administration of the budget; Analyse the relevant Public Service and departmental prescripts/policies and other documents and ensure that the application thereof is understood properly. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Hendrickse Tel No: (021) 483 2427 
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  
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGIST (PRODUCTION): EDUCATION INFRASTRUCTURE REF NO: DOI 24/2025, (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY : Grade A: R429 930 - R462 084 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
Grade B: R486 543 - R522 741 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
Grade C: R556 080 - R654 252 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Bachelor of Technology in Architecture (B. Tech) or relevant qualification as recognised by the South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP); A minimum of three years post qualification Senior Architectural Technologist experience; Compulsory registration with SACAP as a Senior Architectural Technologist; A valid code B (or higher) driving license. Competencies: Knowledge and experience in the following: Project management; Architectural planning; Research and development; Computer-aided architectural applications; Legal compliance; Technical report writing; Networking; Professional judgement; Skills needed: Problem solving and analysis; Decision making; Team leadership; Creativity; Self-management; Customer focus and responsiveness; Written and verbal communication; People management; Planning and organising; Change management; Good analytical, problem solving, interpersonal and organisational; Proven computer literacy (MS Office). 
 
DUTIES : Provide technological advisory services: Support Architects and associates in site surveying, preparing measured drawings of existing buildings, collecting of practical information relating to the proposed project and prepare presentation drawings and models of the design; Perform administrative and related functions: Compile and submit monthly and quarterly reports; Research and development: Keep up with new technologies and procedures. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr D Nugent Tel No: (021) 483 8084 
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
 
 
 
 
 
 
CONTROL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN, MATERIALS SOURCING REF NO: DOI 82/2024 R1 
SALARY : Grade A: R522 741 per annum, (OSD), all-inclusive salary package 
CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate recognised National Diploma in Civil Engineering (or equivalent qualification); A minimum of 6 years post qualification technical (Engineering) experience; Compulsory registration as an Engineering Technician with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA); A valid code B (or higher) driving license. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: TGravel wearing course material specifications and behaviour; Prospecting for gravel wearing course materials; Geology, Materials testing; Compilation of mine plans; Legal requirements for the establishment of gravel borrow pits (NEMA, LUPA, Road Ordinance); Land expropriation procedures; Borrow pit mining requirements; Materials Management Information System; Project Management; Research and Development; People skills and management; Skills needed: Problem Solving; Customer Focus and responsiveness; Planning and organising; Communication (written and verbal) and technical report writing; Financial Management; Decision Making; Liaison with other government departments. 
 
DUTIES : Manage technical services; Manage technical services and support in conjunction with Engineers, Technologists and associates in field, workshop and technical office activities; Manage administrative and related functions; Provide inputs into the budgeting process; Research and development; Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Hendrickse Tel No: (021) 483 3107 
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