WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF INFRASTRUCTURE VACANCIES

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NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and 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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PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER (PRODUCTION LEVEL): REGIONAL ROADS MANAGEMENT REF NO: DOI 95/2025 R1 (X2 POSTS AVAILABLE IN OUDTSHOORN) 
SALARY : Grade A: R879 342 - R938 061 per annum, (OSD Prescribed) 
Grade B: R990 669 - R1 067 235 per annum, (OSD Prescribed) 
Grade C: R1 127 100 - R1 323 267 per annum, (OSD Prescribed) 
CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government. 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Civil Engineering Degree (B Eng/ BSC(Eng)) or relevant qualification; A minimum of 3 years post-qualification engineering experience required; Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer; A valid Code B driving license. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Land use planning, economics, relevant legislation, regulations, policies and acts; Road design and construction; Project management; Strategic capability and leadership; Professional judgement; Networking. Skills needed: Financial management; Written and verbal communication; Analytical; Computer-aided engineering applications; Research and development; Technical report writing, Problem solving. 
 
DUTIES : Provide comment and recommendations on development applications affecting the proclaimed road network; Develop mechanisms and procedures to counteract illegal activity effecting the proclaimed road network; Identify road safety problems, develop and implement remedial measures; Coordinate and manage in-house road construction, reseal, re gravel and specialised routine road maintenance activities conducted at the Regional Office and District Municipalities; Develop procedures and methods to improve on productivity and quality of inhouse projects; Manage acceptance and quality control procedures and compile design standard specifications for inhouse projects; Compile tender documentation and technical specifications for the acquisition of road building and maintenance material as well as other road services; Undertake other duties in support of the District Road Engineer; Extensive relevant experience and working knowledge of the following will be advantageous: Road-built environment; Management of road construction and maintenance projects; Road planning, design and financial management; Project management; Construction equipment and effective implementation thereof; Supply chain and procurement processes, Environmental legislation and Occupational Health and Safety regulations. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr X Smuts Tel No: (044) 272 6071 
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 R1 
SALARY : R468 459 - R561 894 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. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Relevant legislative and regulatory requirements pertaining to Supply Chain Management; 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 organization; 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  o https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: ACQUISITION AND CONTRACT MANAGEMENT REF NO: DOI 18/2025 R1 (X2 POSTS)
SALARY : R468 459 - R561 894 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 a Supply Chain Management/Finance/Audit environment. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Relevant legislative and regulatory requirements pertaining to Supply Chain Management; 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 SC 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
 
 
 
 
 
 
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (PRODUCTION LEVEL): PLANT MANAGEMENT REF NO: DOI 10/2025 R1 (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY : Grade A: R371 253 - R396 522 per annum, (OSD Prescribed) 
CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government. 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma in Megatronic/Mechanical Engineering or relevant qualification; Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as an Engineering Technician: Mechanical/Mechatronics; A minimum of 3 years relevant post qualification technical(engineering) experience; A valid driving license (Code B or higher).Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Technical: Project Management; Technical design and analysis; Research and development; Computer-aided engineering applications; AutoCAD drawing; Legal compliance; Technical report writing; Technical consulting; Generic: Problem-solving and analysis; Decision making; Team work; Creativity; Customer focus and responsiveness; Communication(written and verbal); Computer skills; People Management; Planning and Organising; Change Management; Good analytical. 
 
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 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; 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; Liaise with relevant stakeholders on engineering related matters. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Subailey Tel No: (021) 959 7700 
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

​ROAD WORKER SUPERVISOR: ROUTINE MAINTENANCE REGION 1 (STANFORD) REF NO: DOI 186/2024 R1 
SALARY : R193 359 - R227 766 per annum (Level 04) 
CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 10 (or equivalent qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience; A valid (Code EC) driving license with a professional driving permit (PDP). Competencies: Good understanding of the maintenance and repair of defect on roads and within road reserves; Conflict and diversity management; Skills needed: Communication (verbal and written); Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Ability to work in a team; Self-motivated. 
 
DUTIES : Manage and supervise a Team; Plan, supervise and undertake road maintenance activities; Determine material quantities for road maintenance activities; Define road defects and undertake corrective measures; Safeguard work areas in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act; Train subordinates; Experience in the following will be advantageous: Civil construction activities; Operating large construction machines; Management and supervision of staff; Administrative related experience. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr A Koopman Tel No: (021) 863 2020 
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
 
 
 
 
 
 
OPERATOR: CONSTRUCTION AND SPECIALISED MAINTENANCE (BOTRIVIER) REF NO: DOI 191/2024 R1 
SALARY : R193 359 - R227 766 per annum (Level 04) 
CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 10 certificate or equivalent; A minimum of 3 years experience operating various Construction machinery on road construction and maintenance; A valid code EC driving license with a professional driving permit (PDP). Competencies: Proven knowledge of Construction and Specialised Maintenance Machinery, i.e.: Excavator, Digger Loader, Tipper Truck, Mechanical Broom, Sit-on Tandem Roller, Water Truck, Frontend Loader, Line Marking Machine; Verbal and written communication skills; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Reliable; Able to work in a Team. 
 
DUTIES : Operate various types of Construction Machinery; Support road specialists in the construction, maintenance and repair of roads; Perform manual Abor; Undertake general duties to support road specialists with the construction, maintenance and repair and cleaning of roads which may include maintenance or improvement of road surfaces, road reserves, road signs and road markings, waterways and structures and related activities; Supervision and utilization of labourers to ensure effective management of subordinates; Perform generic administrative functions pertaining to the post; Appropriate working knowledge and experience in the following will be advantageous: Construction, maintenance and repair of roads; Operating of minor construction machinery and hand tools; Civil construction activities; Operating general minor and large construction machines; Management and Supervision of staff. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr A Koopman Tel No: (021) 863 2020 
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
 
 
 
 
 
 
ROAD WORKER SUPERVISOR (CONCRETE TEAM): CONSTRUCTION AND SPECIALISED MAINTENANCE (PAARL) REF NO: DOI 197/2024 R1 
SALARY : R193 359 - R227 766 per annum (Level 04) 
CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 10 (or equivalent qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience; A valid (Code EC) driving licence with a professional driving permit (PDP).Competencies: Good understanding of the following: Operating of concrete construction related machines; Interpretation of basic civil drawing pertaining to concrete works; Operation and maintenance of plant (concrete mixer, poker, vibrator, drill, skill saw and flat truck); Skills needed: Supervisory skills; Communication (verbal and written); Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Ability to work in a team; Self-motivated. 
 
DUTIES : Management of Concrete Team during construction and maintenance of the proclaimed Road Network; Construction of new concrete structures with the ability to read drawings and bending schedules; Install shuttering, staging, reinforcement, mixing, pouring and finishing of concrete; Requisition of materials; Operation and maintenance of plant (concrete mixer, poker vibrator, drill, skill saw and flat truck); Operating of various types of machinery and equipment; Repair and maintain roads, ground shoulder and waterways; Supervision and utilization of labourers to ensure effective management of subordinates; Perform generic administrative functions pertaining to the post; Extensive experience and knowledge of the following will be advantageous: Civil Concrete works; Safety precautions whilst operating machinery and equipment; Operating general minor and large construction machines; Management and Supervision of staff; Usage of small tools and equipment; Tarand gravelled road surfaces. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr A Koopman Tel No: (021) 863 2020 
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
 
 
 
 
 
ROAD WORKER: ROUTINE MAINTENANCE REGION 1 (NAPIER) REF NO: DOI 138/2025 
SALARY : R163 680 - R192 810 per annum (Level 03) 
CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Ability to read and write/Adult Basic Education and Training (ABET 2/Grade 5). Competencies: A good understanding of the construction, maintenance and repair of roads; Written and verbal communication skills; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Ability to work in a team; Reliable. 
 
DUTIES : Support road specialists in the construction, maintenance and repair of roads; Perform manual labour; Undertake general duties to support road specialists with the construction, maintenance and repair and cleaning of roads which may include maintenance or improvement of road surfaces, road reserves, road signs and road markings, waterways and structures and related activities; Experience in the following will be advantageous: Operating of minor construction machinery; Operating of hand tools; Civil construction activities. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr Andre Koopman Tel No: (021) 863 2020 
APPLICATIONS : To apply, please complete an application form (Z 83) and current CV (5 pages maximum). The post being applied for and the reference number must be clearly indicated on the Z83 application form. To submit your application, there are 3 methods in which you can apply, please only use 1 of the following: 
1.Hand deliver your application for Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, 44 Gannet Street Pelican Heights, Cape Town (From Monday to Friday between 07:00am to 17:00pm); 
Or 2.Post your application for Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, PO Box 22432, Fish Hoek, 7974, 
Or 3.Email your application to, westerncape@respond.co.za. Clearly indicate the reference number of post in email subject line and ensure attachments are in the appropriate format (MS Word or PDF). 
 
NOTE : Applications not submitted on or before the closing date as well as faxed copies will not be considered. If you did not receive any correspondence within 3 months of closing date, consider your application as unsuccessful. NB: Applicants from relevant local communities will receive preferences. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.