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WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT AND PUBLIC WORKS 
 
APPLICATIONS: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co.za
 
CLOSING DATE : 26 November 2018 
 

NOTE: Only applications submitted online 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. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. Kindly note that technical support is only available from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16.00 should you experience any difficulties with your online application, contact the Helpline: 0861 370 202 
 
 
OTHER POSTS
 
 
 
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (PRODUCTION LEVEL) ROAD NETWORK MANAGEMENT REF NO: TPW 2018-278 (X3 POSTS) 
SALARY: Grade A: R293 652 – R314 853 per annum 
Grade B: R334 179 - R360 240 per annum 
Grade C: R380 364 - R448 035 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
CENTRE: Department of Transport and Public Works, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS: National Diploma (as recognised by SAQA) in Engineering; Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineering Technician on appointment or you must be registered within 6 months after date of appointment (proof of registration application must be submitted); A minimum of 3-years post qualification technical (Engineering) experience; A valid driving licence (Code B). Recommendations: Further post graduate studies in the field; Extensive experience in roads design. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Programme and Project Planning; Existing National, Provincial and Local policies in a multi-disciplinary professional environment; Communication (verbal and written) skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; People management skills; Proven computer literacy skills; Strategic capability and leadership skills; Sound Engineering and professional judgement; Technical report writing skills. 
 
 
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; Perform administrative and related functions: Provide inputs into the budgeting process as required; Compile and submit reports as required; Research and development: Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures; Research/ literate studies on technical engineering technology to improve expertise. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms M Hofmeyr at (021) 483 3999 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: KNOWLEDGE AND INFORMATION SERVICES REF NO: TPW 2018-281 
SALARY: R356 289 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE: Department of Transport and Public Works, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or equivalent qualification); A minimum of 3 years’ experience in rendering a support service to senior management; Valid driving licence. Recommendations: ECM Practitioner or Masters Course; Knowledge of project management. Competencies: Knowledge of content management; In-depth knowledge of budgets; Project management; Writing of reports and submissions; Procedures for receiving, responding to and managing requests/enquiries; Computer literacy; Communication (verbal and written) skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Report writing skills; Planning and organising skills. 
 
DUTIES: Motivate, train and guide staff within the component, to achieve and maintain excellence in service delivery; Actively manage the performance, evaluation and rewarding of staff to achieve agreed KRAs that derive from component’s plans; Monitor and manage knowledge and information capacity building within the division; Actively manage and promote the maintenance of discipline within the Division; Initiate and manage change management plan; Facilitate MyContent revitalisation rollout; PAIA Management. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr R Brown at (021) 483 6201 
 
 
 
 
LOSS CONTROL OFFICER: FRAUD AND LOSSES MANAGEMENT REF NO: TPW 2018-283 
SALARY: R299 709 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE: Department of Transport and Public Works, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree) in field of Finance or Risk Management; A minimum of 2 years’ experience in Financial Management or Loss Control environment; A valid driving licence. Recommendations: Extensive supervisory experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Loss Control Systems; Management of Losses and Claims, PFMA, NTR, PTI, Transport Circular 4 of 2000, Departmental Security policy, Prescription Act 68 of 1969 and the process to recover losses, AFS and IFS reporting; Ability to assess evidence w.r.t losses and claims; Investigation skills, organising, planning, problem solving and analytical skills; Integrity; Monitor and prevent prescription; Proven written and verbal communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; Computer literacy. 
 
DUTIES: Implement an integrated loss control system; Ensure that losses are reported and recorded; Analyse and produce consolidated reports on status of cases; Maintain an integrated loss control register; Assist with the development of loss control prevention directives, instructions and guidelines; Promote the prevention of losses; Provide technical assistance and training on loss control; Ensure that cases are investigated, monitored, followed up and settled timeously; Liaise with Legal Services; Client Branches and other stakeholders; Responsible for skills development. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms LD Atkins at (021) 483 3743