WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT AND PUBLIC WORKS

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NOTE : Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.cowill 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. 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 you may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

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DEPUTY DIRECTOR: ACQUISITION MANAGEMENT REF NO: TPW 67/2022
SALARY : R744 255 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : Department of Transport and Public Works, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3 year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher); A minimum of 3 years management level experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Monitoring and evaluation methods, tools and techniques; Business management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resource modelling, leadership techniques, production methods and coordination of people and resources; Financial norms and standards; Public Finance Management Act (PFMA); National Treasury regulations (NTR’s); Provincial Treasury Directives/Instructions (PTI’s); National and Provincial instruments and legislation pertaining to human resources; Strategic Sourcing and Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act; Broad knowledge on procurement activities; Procurement best practices including sourcing strategies and the different mechanisms for procurement; Procurement policies and procedures; Policies of the government of the day, with specific reference to the provincial growth and development strategy of the Western Cape; Analytical and strategic thinking; Budgeting; Conflict resolution; Monitoring, evaluation and reporting. Skills needed: Communication (written and verbal); Computer literacy; Planning and organising; People management; Analytical, strategic and creative thinking; Technical Proficiency; Problem solving and decision-making.
 
DUTIES : Formulate, implement and monitor the acquisition management plan inclusive of and operational procurement plan; Render bid administrative support function to bid committees; Render strategic and general sourcing; Perform procurement function for department inclusive of transversal bids; Ensure bid compilation, administration, evaluation and adjudication; Facilitate the emergency procurement process; Manage the performance of assigned personnel to achieve the agreed key result areas (KRAs) that derive from the Sub-Directorates Work Plan and Project plans; Manage all projects allocated to the directorate; Ensure compliance with all relevant legislative, statutory, regulatory and supervisory requirements towards the achievement of assigned projects and goals; Manage information (data, knowledge, wisdom) by applying tools and technologies to inform decision-making in government operations; produce reports; enhance service delivery; support transparency; support integration/collaboration across departments government spheres; Management of the human resources, finance and budgets of the sub-directorate.
 
ENQUIRIES : Adv C. Smith at Tel No: (021) 483 0025
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
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: CONTRACT MANAGEMENT REF NO: TPW 71/2022
SALARY : R744 255 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : Department of Transport and Public Works, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3 year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher); A minimum of 3 years management level experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Monitoring and evaluation methods, tools and techniques; Business management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resource modelling, leadership techniques, production methods and coordination of people and resources; Financial norms and standards; Public Finance Management Act (PFMA); National Treasury regulations (NTR’s); Provincial Treasury Directives/Instructions (PTI’s); National and Provincial instruments and legislation pertaining to human resources; Strategic Sourcing and Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act; Broad knowledge on procurement activities; Procurement best practices including sourcing strategies and the different mechanisms for procurement; Procurement policies and procedures; Policies of the government of the day, with specific reference to the provincial growth and development strategy of the Western Cape; Analytical and strategic thinking; Budgeting; Conflict resolution; Monitoring, evaluation and reporting. Skills needed: Communication (written and verbal); Computer literacy; Planning and organizing; People management; Analytical, strategic and creative thinking; Problem analysis; Technical Proficiency; Problem-solving and decision-making.
 
DUTIES : Administer the conditions of contracts; Facilitate, renew, extend and cancel contracts; Manage supplier performance; Develop legal framework for contract management and administration; Monitor and report on contracts; Manage the following: Performance of assigned personnel to achieve the agreed key result areas (KRAs) that derive from the Sub-Directorates Work Plan and Project plans; Information (data, knowledge, wisdom) by applying tools and technologies to inform decision-making in government operations; produce reports; enhance service delivery; support transparency; support integration/collaboration across departments government spheres; Ensure compliance with all relevant legislative, statutory, regulatory and supervisory requirements towards the achievement of assigned projects and goals; Monitor information capacity building within the Sub-Directorate; Management of the human resources, budgets and finance of the Sub-Directorate.
 
ENQUIRIES : Adv C. Smith at Tel No: (021) 483 0025
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
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: GOVERNANCE REF NO: TPW 73/2022
SALARY : R744 255 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : Department of Transport and Public Works, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher); A minimum of 3 years management level experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Monitoring and evaluation methods, tools and techniques; Business management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resource modelling, leadership techniques, production methods and coordination of people and resources; Legislative and Regulatory Requirements; Problem Analysis, Managing interpersonal conflict and resolving Problems, Project Management. Skills needed: Communication (written and verbal); Proven computer literacy in MS Office packages.
 
DUTIES : Develop and establish and effective supply chain management system; Develop effective bid committees, established with clearly defined roles, functioning in accordance with departmental policies and procedures and complaint with applicable legislative requirements. Develop preferential procurement goals determined in accordance with departmental policies and procedures and complaint with applicable legislative requirements. Develop and implement an effective SCM performance management system in accordance with departmental policies and procedures and applicable legislative requirements that measure the performance. Develop, implement and maintain control framework supply chain. Develop, implement and maintain risk management framework supply chain.
 
ENQUIRIES : Adv C. Smith at Tel No: (021) 483 0025
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: TRAFFIC LEGISLATIVE MATTERS REF NO. TPW 32/2022 R1
SALARY : R477 090 per annum (Level 10)
CENTRE : Department of Transport and Public Works, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B-Degree or higher qualification; A minimum of 5 years management experience and 6 years operational experience in a traffic and/or a legislative environment Recommendation: Working Knowledge of the following: Legal writing style, legal language and terminology; Project Management; Financial management; National Traffic Information System (NaTIS); Human Resource Management. Ability to interpret legislation and proposed amendments; A valid Code B (08) driving licence; Willingness to regularly travel away from the office. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act 93 of 1996); National Road Traffic Regulations, 2000 and Western Cape Provincial Road Traffic Administration Act 2012; Public Finance Management Act, 1999 (Act1 of 1999). Planning, organising and research skills; Written and verbal communication skills. 
 
DUTIES : Manage the performance of assigned personnel to achieve (agreed) key result areas (KRAs) that derive from the Division’s Work Plan / Project plans, relating to the following functions: Interpret legislation and give advice to management and members of the public; Facilitate and co-ordinate provincial inputs on national road traffic legislative matters; Facilitate the development of provincial legislation and policy documents and procedure manuals; Liaison and communication with various clients / stakeholders. Conduct research on road traffic legislative matters; Ensure compliance with all relevant legislative, statutory, regulatory and supervisory requirements towards the achievement of assigned projects and goals. Communicate the Batho Pele concept to employees, obtain support and commitment to apply the underlying principles in their day-to-day work-operations; Identify weaknesses and gaps in service delivery and develop and implement opportunities to improve service delivery; Plan the Division’s budget and manage income and expenditure, through responsible implementation of policies, practices and decisions in order to achieve unit objectives effectively and efficiently.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr RW Barreiro Tel No: (021) 483 2061
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

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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: REVENUE AND RECEIVABLES REF NO: TPW 22/2022
SALARY : R382 245 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 higher) in Financial Accounting or related; A minimum of 3 years supervisory experience in a financial accounting, financial management or similar environment; A valid (Code B or higher) driving license. Note: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities but have reasonable access to transport may also apply. Recommendation: Advanced MS Excel experience. Willingness to travel and work after normal working hours. Competencies: Proven knowledge of the following: Revenue and Debt Management; Public Financial Management Act and applicable legislation. Skills needed: Computer literacy in Microsoft Office with advanced proficiency in MS Excel; Change Management; Supervisory; Communication (written and verbal); Time Management; Planning and Organising; Teamwork; Analytical; Problem solving. Ability to work under pressure.
 
DUTIES : Revenue and Receivables management of the following: The development and maintenance of Policies and Standard Operating Procedures; The relevant accounting system; The collection of fees; The receipting system; Reconciliations; The preparation of bad debt write-off; The monitoring and analysis of debtors. Ensure disclosures in the financial statements and reporting according to GRAP 2 by managing the following: The information of the disclosure of debtors in the financial statements; The gathering of applicable revenue information to be included in the statement of performance with notes in the Financial Statements; The preparation of debtor status reports; The preparation of exposure to non-recoverable debt reports. Analyse System reports: Access and interpret financial reports. Operational management of the Sub-component: Human Resource Management; Service delivery management; Financial Resource Management; Information management; Performance management; Compliance management.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms R. Ceasar at Tel No: (021) 483 4305
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): HEALTH INFRASTRUCTURE REF NO: TPW 72/2022
SALARY : Grade A: R316 536 - R337 791 per annum
Grade B: R358 524 - R386 487 per annum
Grade C: R408 075 - R480 678 per annum
(Salary will be determined based on post registration experience as prescribed by OSD)
CENTRE : Department of Transport and Public Works, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma in 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 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 I Haupt at Tel No: (021) 483 6453
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
 
 
 
 
 
 
PROJECT ADMINISTRATOR: METRO EAST/WEST REF NO: TPW 70/2022
SALARY : R261 372 per annum (Level 07)
CENTRE : Department of Transport and Public Works, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification); A minimum of 6 years relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Administration rules and regulations; Departmental information systems (BAS, ECM, SITS); Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Organising and record keeping; Presentation and organisational skills; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Able to work independently and in a team environment; Good leadership and motivational.
 
DUTIES : Timeous and accurate registration of all project information on the Project Management Information System; Establish and maintain project documentation library, this includes providing document management support, the identification, change control and administration on all project-related documents; Perform quality reviews; Keep the Project Information Administrator fully up to date with all developments and track and report on overall project progress; Produce minutes and agendas for project meetings; Assist with technical user support; Assist the Project/Programme Manager to implement new processes and procedures; Work closely with line, project and programme managers to provide project administration support throughout the project life cycle.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr P Williams at Tel No: (021) 483 4573
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: SPECIALISED GRADER (CONSTRUCTION ANDSPECIALISED MAINTENANCE REGION 2) REF NO: TPW 66/2022
SALARY : R176 310 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Department of Transport and Public Works, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 10 certificate or equivalent; A minimum of 6 years’ experience operating a grader on road construction and maintenance; A valid code EC driving license with a professional driving permit (PDP) is required. Recommendation: Experience and working knowledge in the following: Heavy machinery, especially grader; Gravel and sealed road maintenance and construction; Tools and construction equipment; Construction methods and materials; Construction health and safety regulations. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Gravel and sealed road maintenance and construction; Tools and construction equipment; Construction methods and materials; Construction health and safety regulations; Maintenance, safe and correct operating of machinery; Written and verbal communication skills; Motivated; Self-driven with minimum supervision; Good leadership skills; Ability to manage conflict situations with staff and public.
 
DUTIES : Operation of grader for maintenance and construction of roads; Material use and management for road maintenance, construction material and plant; Supervision and management of staff and equipment.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr D Plaatjies at Tel No: (044) 272 3699
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