Public Works and Infrastructure Vacancies

ANNEXURE J

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND INFRASTRUCTURE
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
The intention is to promote representatively in the Public Service through the filling of these posts and

with persons whose appointment will promote representatively, will receive preference. An indication by
candidates in this regard will facilitate the processing of applications. If no suitable candidates from the
unrepresented groups can be recruited, candidates from the represented groups will be considered.
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

CLOSING DATE : 10 April 2026 at 16H00
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 application form
(obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the DPSA website link:
https:/www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/, which must be signed, initialled and
dated by the applicant, and must be accompanied by a detailed curriculum
vitae (CV) only. Candidates are not required to submit certified copies of

qualifications and related documents on application. Only shortlisted
candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualification and other
related documents on or before the date of interview, which should not be older
than six months. Should an application be submitted using incorrect/old Z83
application form, such an application will be disqualified. Further take note of
the following on completion of Z83 application form: PART A and PART B must
be fully completed. PART C - PART G: Noting that there is a limited space

provided applicants may refer to CV or indicate. This will be acceptable as long
as the CV has been attached and provides the required information. Page 1 of
the Z83 application form must be initialled and page 2 signed and dated by the
applicant. Failure to comply with the above instructions may result in an
application being disqualified. Applicants applying for more than one
advertised post must submit separate Z83 application forms and CVs in
respect to each post being applied for. Should an application be received

where an applicant has applied for more than one posts on the same Z83
application form, the applicant will be considered for the first post indicated on
the Z83 application form only. Applications will be received via post/courier
services, hand deliveries or email. Late applications will not be considered.
Regulation 57 (c) and 67 (9) of the Public Service Regulations 2016, as
amended, requires the executive authority to ensure that he or she is fully
satisfied of the claims being made and the finalisation of Personnel Suitability

Checks in order to verify claims and check the candidate for purpose of being
fit and proper for employment, respectively. Shortlisted candidates must be
willing to undergo normal vetting and verification processes. Note: It is the
responsibility of all applicants to ensure that foreign qualifications are evaluated
by SAQA. Due to large volume of responses anticipated, receipt of applications
will not be acknowledged, and correspondence will be limited to shortlisted
candidates only. Should you not have heard from us within three months from

the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful. Entry level
requirements for SMS posts: in terms of the Directive on Human Resource
Management and Development on Public Service Professionalisation Volume
1 a requirement for appointment into SMS posts is the successful completion
of the Senior Management Pre-Entry programme as endorsed by the National
School of Governance (NSG). The course is available at the NSG under the
name Certificate for entry into SMS and the full details can be obtained by

following the below link: https: www.thensg.gov.za/training –course /sms-pre-
entry programme/.All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, 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.
Note: For emailed applications, please submit A Single PDF document or one
Attachment per application to the email address designated on the specific

position. Kindly note that the emailed applications and attachments should not
exceed 15MB. It remains the candidate’s responsibility to ensure that their
application is successfully submitted using the required single pdf document.

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OTHER POSTS

POST 10/287 : CHIEF ENGINEER: CIVIL (PROFESSIONAL SERVICES) (GRADE A) REF
NO: 2026/113

SALARY : R1 266 450 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package), (total package to be
structured in accordance with the rules of the OSD)
CENTRE : Pretoria Regional Office
REQUIREMENTS : Engineering Degree (B Eng/BSc (Eng) in Civil Engineering or relevant.
Compulsory registration as a Professional Engineer (Pr Eng.) with the
Engineering Council of South Africa. A minimum of 6 years’ post qualification

experience. A valid driver’s license and the ability/willingness to travel are
essential. Extensive experience in various fields of civil engineering which
includes but not limited to geotechnical investigations and designs; water
engineering (design and construction of: bulk water services, connector
infrastructures, reticulation systems, water reservoirs, wastewater and water
treatment works); and construction materials. Experience in traffic and
transportation engineering will be an added advantage. Exposure to the four

main contracts used in the civil engineering industry. Good understanding of
the CIDB standard for uniformity and the standard professional services
contract. Knowledge of the Infrastructure Delivery Management System
(IDMS). Good communication skills. Excellent technical report writing and
presentation skills are required. Innovative problem-solving ability and ability
to work independently at strategic, production and execution levels. Applied
knowledge of all relevant Built Environment legislative/regulatory requirements

of National and International standards. Experience in managing and leading
junior engineers, technicians, technologist and engineering candidates.
(Postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage).
DUTIES : Technical specification and evaluation of professional service providers’ and
contractors’ bids. Review and acceptance of the professional service provider’s
concept and detailed designs. Assist in compilation of tender documentation.
Conduct technical inspections and integrity surveys on various civil engineering

assets. Compilation of technical justifications to initiate new projects.
Compilation of business cases to justify funds for new projects. Conduct quality
control over the work of consultants and contractors during the execution
phase of projects. Assist project managers in resolving technical disputes
arising at different stages of projects. Review and audit final professional civil
engineering accounts. Accept responsibility for the development,
implementation, review and regular updating of standardised civil engineering

practice manuals for the Department. Undertake detail design, documentation
and implementation of minor projects. Engage with client departments and
stakeholders on technical matters. Provide mentorship and supervision to
candidate engineers, technologists and technicians.
ENQUIRIES : Mr L Ngobeni Tel No: (012) 492 3470/Mr T Masina Tel No: (012) 310 5254
APPLICATIONS : Pretoria Applications: The Regional Manager, Department of Public Works
Private Bag X229, Pretoria, 0001 or 251 Nana Sita AVN Building, Cnr Thabo

Sehume and Nana Sita Streets Pretoria or email to: RecruitPTA26-
17@dpw.gov.za
FOR ATTENTION : Ms K. Tlhapane/ Ms MC. Lekganyane

POST 10/288 : CHIEF ENGINEER: STRUCTURAL (PROFESSIONAL SERVICES) (GRADE
A)

SALARY : R1 266 450 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package), (Total package to be
structured in accordance with the rules of the OSD)
CENTRE : Pretoria Regional Office Ref No: 2026/114A (X1 Post)
Cape Town Regional Office Ref No: 2026/114B (X1 Post)
REQUIREMENTS : Engineering Degree (B Eng/BSc (Eng) in Civil Engineering or relevant.
Compulsory registration as a Professional Engineer (Pr Eng.) with the
Engineering Council of South Africa. A minimum of 6 years’ post qualification

experience. A valid driver’s license and the ability/willingness to travel are
essential Extensive experience in the field of structural engineering which
includes but not limited to: design and construction of concrete structures (such
as industrial, residential and office building; water and wastewater treatment
works, bridges, dams etc.); Steel structures (such as industrial and office
buildings) and masonry structures. Experience in the interpretation of

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geological information and data obtained from geotechnical investigations and
the application thereof in the design of building foundations. Exposure to the
four main types of contracts used in the civil engineering industry. Good
understanding of the CIDB standard for uniformity. Knowledge of the Standard
for Infrastructure Delivery and Procurement Management (SIPDM). Good

communication skills. Excellent technical report writing and presentation skills
are required. Innovative problem-solving ability and ability to work
independently at strategic, production and execution levels. Applied knowledge
of all relevant Built Environment legislative/regulatory requirements of National
and International standards (ISO/SANS), the Water Act, the Water Services
Act, and the OHS Act is required. A valid driver’s license (minimum code B)
and the ability/willingness to travel are essential. Experience in managing and

leading junior engineers, technicians, technologist and candidates.
(Postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage).
DUTIES : Technical evaluation of professional service providers’ and contractors’ bids.
Review and acceptance of the professional service provider’s concept and
detailed design. Assist in compilation of tender documentation. Conduct
technical inspections and integrity surveys on various structural/ civil
engineering assets. Conduct quality control over the work of the consultant and

the contractor during the execution phase of the project. Assist project
managers in resolving technical disputes arising at different stages of the
project. Review and audit final professional structural/ civil engineering
accounts and construction contract final accounts. Accept responsibility for the
development, implementation, review and regular updating of standardized
structural/ civil engineering practice manuals for the Department. Undertake
detail design, documentation and implementation of minor projects. Provide

mentorship and supervision to candidate engineers, technologists and
technicians.
ENQUIRIES : Pretoria: Mr L Ngobeni Tel No: (012) 492 3470/Mr T Masina Tel No: (012) 310
5254
Cape Town: Ms T Kolele Tel No: (021) 402 2063
APPLICATIONS : Pretoria Applications: The Regional Manager, Department of Public Works
Private Bag X229, Pretoria, 0001 or 251 Nana Sita AVN Building, Cnr Thabo

Sehume and Nana Sita Streets Pretoria or email to: RecruitPTA26-
18@dpw.gov.za For Attention: Ms K. Tlhapane/ Ms MC. Lekganyane
Cape Town Applications: Cape Town Regional Office Applications: The
Regional Manager, Department of Public Works, Private Bag X9027, Cape
Town, 8000. Or Hand Deliver at Ground floor, Customs House, Lower
Heerengracht Street, Cape Town or email to: RecruitCPT26-27@dpw.gov.za
For Attention: Ms. C Rossouw

POST 10/289 : CHIEF CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER (GRADE A)

SALARY : R1 266 450 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package), (Total package to be
structured in accordance with the rules of the OSD)
CENTRE : Cape Town Regional Office Ref No: 2026/115A (X2 Posts)
Bloemfontein Regional Office Ref No: 2026/115B (X1 Post)

Head Office Ref No: 2026/115C (X1 Post)
REQUIREMENTS : A National Higher Diploma (Built Environment Field)/ B-Tech (Built
Environment Field)/ Honours Degree in any Built environment field with a
minimum of six (6) years post qualification experience. A valid driver’s license.
Compulsory registration with the SACPCMP as a Professional Construction
Project Manager on appointment. Knowledge of programme and project
management, project design and analysis, legal and operational compliance,

as well as the creation of high-performance culture. Communication, problem
solving, analytical, decision making and conflict management skills also are
critical.
DUTIES : Monitor the performance of project managers under his/her supervision.
Mentor, develop and offer technical support to improve performance. Manage
construction projects on his/her own, ranging from large scale capital projects
to maintenance projects and service contracts. Ensure that the needs of the

clients are well interpreted into manageable scopes of work. Procure the
services of built environment professionals through stipulated supply chain
management process. Coordinate the work of various professionals to ensure
the required design and documentation quality as well as delivery is in
accordance with the project execution plans. Coordinate all internal resources
required to ensure the bidding process for appointment of contractors. Ensure

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that appointed consultants manage the quality of work within their professional
scope and responsibility. Ensure that contractors timeously receive relevant
specifications and details to contracts. Adjudicate all applications of variation
orders and extensions of time and make recommendations to the approving
authority within the Department. Process all monthly interim payments as per

conditions of contract and in line with the Government’s commitment to pay
invoices timeously. Prepare and submit project information to be filled to the
Head of Directorate. Secure all required funding for the projects through
internal set processes. Ensure that project information is filled appropriately for
easy access during audit. Cultivate a culture for good working relationships
with fellow colleagues within the Department.
ENQUIRIES : Cape Town Ms T Kolele Tel No: (021) 402 2063

Bloemfontein Ms. P Zweni at (067) 414 3135
Head Office, Mr B Mokhothu Tel No: (012) 406 1741
APPLICATIONS : Cape Town Applications: Cape Town Regional Office Applications: The
Regional Manager, National Dept of Public Works, Private Bag X9027, Cape
Town, 8000 or hand delivered to Ground-floor, Customs House Building,
Foreshore, Lower Heerengracht Street, Cape Town or email to: RecruitCPT26-
28@dpw.gov.za For Attention: Ms C Rossouw NOTE: People with disabilities

are encouraged to apply.
Bloemfontein Applications: Bloemfontein Regional Office: The Regional
Manager, Department of Public Works, P/Bag X 20605, Bloemfontein, 9300 or
Hand Delivered to 18 President Brandt Street Bloemfontein 9300 or email to:
RecruitBLOEM26-10@dpw.gov.za For Attention: Mr D Manus
Head Office Applications: The Director-General, Department of Public
Works, Private Bag x65, Pretoria, 0001 or Hand deliver at CGO Building,

Corner Bosman and Madiba Street, Pretoria or email to: Recruitment26-
28@dpw.gov.za For Attention: Ms NP Mudau

POST 10/290 : CHIEF ENGINEER: ELECTRICAL (GRADE A) REF NO: 2026/116

SALARY : R1 266 450 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package), (Total package to be
structured in accordance with the rules of the OSD)

CENTRE : Cape Town Regional Office
REQUIREMENTS : Engineering degree (B Eng/ BSC (Eng) or relevant qualification; 6 years post
qualification experience as an Engineer in Building Services Environment;
compulsory registration with ECSA as professional Engineer. Valid drivers’
license; Project Management; Electrical Engineering. Electrical Engineering.
Electrical Engineering best practice; Project Management; Extensive
knowledge of all electrical engineering aspects of the building and construction

environment; Public Finance Management Act; Occupational Health and
Safety Act; Supply Chain Management; Contract Management. Ability to
undertake critical review/analysis and provide technical advice; Ability to
maintain integrity of confidential information; Financial administration; Effective
verbal communication; Advanced technical report writing; Numeracy;
Computer Literacy; Planning and Organising; Relationship management;
Programme and project management; Interpersonal and diplomacy skills;

Problem solving; Decision making; Motivational skills; Conflict resolution;
Negotiation skills. Analytical thinking; Innovative; Creative; Solution orientated;
Ability to work under stressful situations; Ability to communicate at all levels;
People oriented; Trustworthy; Assertive; Hard-working; Ability to work
independently. Prepared to travel; willing to adapt to working schedule in
accordance with office requirements.
DUTIES : Engineering design and analysis effectiveness; Perform final review and

approvals or audits on new engineering designs according to design principles
or theory; Co-ordinate design efforts and integration across disciplines to
ensure seamless integration with current technology; Pioneering of new
engineering practices and management methods. Maintain engineering
operational effectiveness; Manage the execution of maintenance strategy
through the provision of appropriate structures, systems and resources; Set
engineering maintenance standards, specifications and service levels

according to organizational objectives to ensure optimum operational
availability; Monitor maintenance efficiencies according to organizational goals
to direct or redirect engineering services for the attainment of organizational
objectives. Manage significant projects risk according to sound risk
management practice and organizational requirements; Provide technical
consulting services for the operation on engineering related matters to

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minimize possible engineering risks; Manage and implement knowledge
sharing initiatives e.g. s...