WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF INFRASTRUCTURE 

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

CLOSING DATE : 19 October 2026 

NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For 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. 

OTHER POSTS

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: DEPARTMENTAL COMMUNICATION REF NO: DOI 74/2026 

SALARY : R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package) 

CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government. 

REQUIREMENTS : A qualification at NQF level 6 (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years’ middle management experience. Competencies: Working knowledge and understanding of the following: Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; Project management; Operational management practices; Procurement and tendering processes; Policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes; Modern systems of governance and administration; Public service procedures, processes and systems; Regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; Public finance, human resources and discourse management processes; Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; Functioning of the province and the activities of sister departments/related functional areas; Policies of the government of the day; Labour Relations legislation and regulations; Performance management in general, Skills in the following: Numeracy; Computer Literacy; Language skills; Project Management; Planning and organising; Financial management; People management; Communication (written and oral); Relationship management; Presentation; Report writing; Project management and administration; Motivational; Facilitation. 

DUTIES : Operationally manage the Departmental communications service level agreement with the Department of the Premier (DotP) Corporate Communications Unit (Corporate Services); Manage the Departmental media liaison service; Manage and plan the provision of language and translation services; People Management; Financial Management; Plan and manage the work of and account for the overall performance of the Sub-directorate. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr J Bakker Tel No: (021) 483 8513 

PROFESSIONAL ELECTRICAL ENGINEER (PRODUCTION LEVEL): ENGINEERING SERVICES REF NO: DOI 66/2025 R3 

SALARY : Grade A: R879 342 - R938 061 per annum 

Grade B: R990 669 - R1 067 235 per annum 

Grade C: R1 127 100 - R1 323 267 per annum 

(Salary will be determined based on post registration experience as per OSD prescript).

CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government 

REQUIREMENTS : Electrical Engineering Degree (B Eng/BSc (Eng) or relevant qualification; Three years post qualification engineering experience required; Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer; A valid code B driving licence. Competencies: Working knowledge of the following: Programme and project management; Engineering design and analysis; Research and development; Computer-aided engineering applications; Knowledge of legal compliance and formulation of policies in a multi-disciplinary professional environment; Technical report writing; Creating high-performance culture; Professional judgement; Networking. Skills in the following: Decision making; Team leadership; Analytical skills; Creativity; Self-management; Financial management; Customer focus and responsiveness; Communication; Computer literacy (MS Office); Planning and organising; Conflict management; Problem solving and analysis; People Management; Change Management; Innovation. 

DUTIES : Design new systems to solve practical engineering challenges and improve efficiency and enhance safety: Plan, design, operate and maintain engineering projects; Develop cost effective solutions according to standards; Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology; Develop tender specifications; Ensure through evaluation that planning and design by others is done according to sound engineering principles and according to norms and standards and code of practice; and Approve engineering works according to prescribed norms and standards; Human capital development: Ensure training and development of technicians, technologists and candidate engineers to promote skills/knowledge transfer and adherence to sound engineering principles and code of practice; Supervise the engineering work and processes; and Administer performance management and development; Office administration and budget planning: Manage resources and prepare and consolidate inputs for the facilitation of resource utilisation; Ensure adherence to regulations and procedures for procurement and personnel administration; Monitor and control expenditure; and Report on expenditure and service delivery; Research and development: Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures; Research/literature studies on engineering technology to improve expertise; and Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering-related matters. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms C Skillicorn Tel No: (021) 483 4605 

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (MECHANICAL PRODUCTION LEVEL): HEALTH INFRASTRUCTURE REF NO: DOI 73/2026 

SALARY : Grade A: R407 337 - R435 066 per annum, (Salary will be determined based on post registration experience as per OSD prescribed). 

CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government

REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or relevant qualification; Three years post-qualification technical (Mechanical Engineering) experience; Compulsory registration with ECSA as an Engineering Technician; 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; Legal compliance; Technical report writing; Technical consulting; Generic: Problem solving and analysis; Decision making; Teamwork; Creativity; customer focus and responsiveness; Communication (written and verbal); Computer skills; People management; Planning and organising; Change management; People management. 

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 E du Plooy at Etienne.duPlooy@westerncape.gov.za