WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT AND PUBLIC WORKS

 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: General Property Principal; Western Cape Land Administration Act No. 6 of 1998 and it’s Regulations; Government Immovable Asset Management Act, No. 19 of 2007 (GIAMA); Applicable legislative and regulatory requirements, policies and standards; Applied Strategic Thinking; Problem-solving & Decision-making; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Organisation and planning skills; Problem solving and negotiation skills; Ability to apply Project Management principals; Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills; Interpret self-management; Strong finance and analytical skills. 
 
DUTIES: To acquire property for the Western Cape Government in terms of the provisions of the Western Cape Land Administration Act No. 6 of 1998 by means of purchase, donation, exchange or in terms of asset follows function principle; Direct and control the acquisition processes with departmental procedures/policies for the property requirements of the client departments; Execute and implement the acquisition of immovable assets as per the approved acquisition plans; Execute and implement the acquisition of immovable assets as per ad-hoc approved requests: Execute the donation of immovable assets; Execute land exchanges; Execute the transfer of immovable assets in terms of the function asset follows function; To Implement and execute the disposal of redundant properties of the department and public works as per the requirements of the WCLA Act No. 6 of 1998; To Implement and execute the demolition of buildings / structures as per the requirements of the WCLA Act No. 6 of 1998; Provide support to the management of the sub- directorate in terms of administrative activities that support the effective operations of the sub-directorate. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr E Bath at Tel No: (021) 483 4297 
 
 
 
 
 
STATE ACCOUNTANT: INTERNAL CONTROL (GMT) REF NO: TPW 2019-120 
SALARY: R316 791 per annum (level 8) 
CENTRE: Department of Transport and Public Works, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/ B-Degree (or higher qualification) in Internal Control; A minimum of 2 years relevant experience in an internal control environment; A valid code B driving licence. Recommendation: Proven working experience with Microsoft Office. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Financial norms and standards (Public Financial Management Act (Act 1 of 1999), National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions/directives); Internal Control tools and techniques; Ability to interpret relevant directives and policies; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Proven computer literacy; Organisational skills; Leadership; Systematic approach. 
 
DUTIES: Human Resource Management; Ensure that governance is implemented and maintained in all GMT components; Ensure that assurance services are performed and that the necessary document control procedures are effectively and efficiently applied; Fraud and Loss Management; Asset Verifications. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms G Hartley at Tel No: (021) 469 7604 
 
 
 
 
 
COMMUNICATION OFFICER: DEPARTMENTAL COMMUNICATION REF NO: TPW 2019-126 (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY: R316 791 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE: Department of Transport and Public Works, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree in Journalism, Public Relations or Marketing; A minimum of 3-years appropriate experience in Communications or similar working environment/field. Recommendation: Supervisory experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Reputation Management; Brand Management; Media Liaison; Well-developed writing and editing skills; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Proven computer literacy; Good planning; Strong interpersonal, analytical skills and problem solving abilities; Ability to work independently and operational management capability. 
 
DUTIES: Developing and executing awareness communication campaigns; Identifying interesting and positive stories for the media; Compiling of research; Co-ordination, editing and producing communication material; Production of Internal and external newsletters; Handling of all queries from the general public through official platforms; Reputation management including media liaison (handling of media queries, writing of media releases, media monitoring and evaluation); Above and below the line material and brand management; Assist internal clients with the production of marketing materials through Corporate Communication and transversal communications contract; Communication with all staff involved when there is a special event; Identifying interesting and positive stories for the media. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr J Bakker at (021) 483 8513 
 
 

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ARTISAN PRODUCTION LEVEL (MECHANIC): WINELANDS WORKSHOP REF NO: TPW 2019-129 
SALARY: Grade A: R190 653- R211 596 per annum 
Grade B: R224 574- R249 246 per annum 
Grade C: R262 176 - R324 708 per annum 
(Salary will be determined as per OSD prescripts) 
CENTRE: Department of Transport and Public Works, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Appropriate Trade Test Certificate in Diesel Mechanics; A valid code C1 (or higher) driving licence with a valid PDP. Recommendation: A valid code EC1 driving licence. Competencies: Technical skills including analysis, legal compliance, computer aid applications; Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic and electrical problems; Mathematical abilities; Ability to write reports on the diagnoses of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical problems; Communication (written and verbal) skills. 
 
DUTIES: Responsible for the maintenance and repair of all road construction plant and vehicles; Supervise and train Artisan Apprentice; Maintain occupational health and safety standards; Perform administrative duties which include the completion of logs and time-sheets, initiate orders and writing of reports. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr FJ Jones at (021) 863 2020 
 
 
 
 
 
ACCOUNTING CLERK: BANKING AND CASH MANAGEMENT REF NO: TPW 2019-118 
SALARY: R173 703 per annum (Level 05) 
CENTRE: Department of Transport and Public Works, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification) with accounting as a passed subject; A valid code B (or higher) driving licence; A minimum of 6 months experience in a banking or similar environment. Recommendation: Relevant experience in Generally Recognised Accounting Practices (GRAP). Competencies: A good understanding of the following: GAP Directives; Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), National Treasury Regulations and Provincial Treasury Instructions; Trading entity; Financial procedures; Financial delegations; Financial instructions; Personnel Management, disciplinary and grievance procedures; Oracle financials; Written and verbal Communication skills; Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Ability to work under pressure; Problem solving skills. 
 
DUTIES: Handle all GMT (Government Motor Transport) cash management administration; Handle the financial aspects regarding the maintaining of the vehicle fleet; Handle the cashier function; Handle document control function. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms K Proctor-Fourie at Tel No: (021) 467 4792 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATION CLERK: TRAFFIC LAW ENFORCEMENT REF NO: TPW 2019-122 
SALARY: R173 703 per annum (Level 05) 
CENTRE: Department of Transport and Public Works, Western Cape Government 
1 Post Available In Knysna and 1 Post Available In Swellendam 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). Recommendation: Relevant administration experience. Competencies: A good understanding of the following: Public Financial Management Act; Departmental policies and prescripts; Financial procedures and general administrative functions; LOGIS; BAS payments; Staff Performance Management System (SPMS); Communication (written and verbal) skills; Proven computer literacy; Planning and organising skills. 
 
DUTIES: Assist with administrative and financial support services; Assist with procurement/Inventory Control; Data Capturing; Perform general administrative fun 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr N Arendse Tel No: (021) 483 0533 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSET CLERK: ASSET MANAGEMENT REF NO. TPW 2019-128 (X3 POSTS) 
SALARY: R173 703 per annum (Level 05) 
CENTRE: Department of Transport and Public Works, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). Recommendations: A valid Code B (or higher) driving licence; Experience in accounting; Working knowledge of SCOA and Asset Management. Competencies: Good understanding of the following: Asset Management; Accounting; SCOA; Public Finance Management Act; LOGIS; Communication (verbal and written) skills. 
 
DUTIES: Order and receive assets by ensuring that there is funding available and a need exists; Receive, capture and file Log1; Obtain quotes in accordance with policies and prescripts; Maintain contracts file and asset register by utilising contracts to procure goods/services that are on contracts; Maintain accurate records of contracts utilised and available for use; Marking assets; Maintaining an accurate ledger of assets on logis; Identify shortages and surpluses; Update asset register; Update theft and losses register; Report on movement of assets by capturing all donations received and issued; Download asset reports; Participate in annual (bi-annual) stock take; Check if transactions comply with legislative requirements with regards to transaction control sheet. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr C Matthyse at Tel No: (021) 483 4636

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