• Reference Number : REFS/056837
  • Directorate : Maintenance
  • Number of Posts : 1
  • Package : R 413 001.00 per annum plus benefits
  • Enquiries : Ms. Sikelelwa Mboto Tel: 076 521 4118

Requirements :

  • A National Diploma (T/N/S streams) or equivalent/ N3 and passed Trade Test in the Mechanical environment,/ Registration as an Engineering Technician. A minimum of 3 to 5 years’ appropriate experience. COMPETENCIES: Knowledge of the Public Service Regulatory Framework Knowledge of the department Strategy. Knowledge of the Public Regulatory Framework. Knowledge of the department Strategy. SKILLS- Communication, Computer literacy. Analytical, Presentation. Report Writing. Financial. ATTRIBUTES- Team worker. Able to work independently. Professional. Confidential. Ability to work under pressure. Quality- driven.

Duties :

  • Prepare specifications for unplanned maintenance and minor new work. Develop a bill of quantities. Develop proposals on the associated costs. Inspect new and/or maintenance work undertaken on project sites to ensure that it is being done in compliance with all relev ant regulations and legislation and that proper quality control is maintained. Compile an estimate of repairs and costs for minor new work and maintenance work to be undertaken. Develop, implement and maintain an electronic record system for work being done and work that was finalised. Develop progress reports on outstanding and finalised work. Develop and interpret plans and sketches. Draw-up quotation documents and compile specifications, bills of quantities and bid documents. Adjudicate and provide recommendations on quotations and bids. Liaise with relevant stakeholders in respect of technical aspects. Advise and guide contractors in respect of the compliance to legislation and procedures. Verify invoices and certify progress of payments. Check and process variation orders and make recommendations on requests for the extension of deadlines. Brief contractors and consultants on projects and certify claims for fees. Ensure effective contract administration. Facilitate and resolve problems emanating from projects and develop progress reports on projects. Gather and submit information in terms of the extended public works programme. Identify skills development needs and provide training and development opportunities for Works Inspectors. Provide advice and guidance on the interpretation and application of legislation, policies and procedures. Ensure quality control and effective and efficient workflow of work done by Works Inspectors and report on all work allocated. Monitor the proper utilisation of equipment, stores and expenditure. Administer the departmental performance management and development system.

Notes :

  • In line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES are encouraged to apply. To apply for the below position, please apply online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. Only online applications will be considered and for general enquiries please contact Human Resource on 076 521 4118. Applicants must complete the online Z83 and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). All other documents are submitted by shortlisted candidates). 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. Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies of qualifications not older than six (06) months, identity document and valid driver’s license (where driving/travelling is an inherent requirement of the job). It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of this post and candidates whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity will receive preference. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan. To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The Department reserves the right not to appoint. If you do not receive any response from us within 3 months, please accept your application was unsuccessful.

Employer : Department of Infrastructure Development

Location : Tshwane District Maintenance Hub

Closing Date : 09-11-2026


Criteria Questions
Do you have a National Diploma (T/N/S streams) or equivalent/ N3 and a passed Trade Test in the Mechanical environment,/ Registration as an Engineering Technician?
Do you have a minimum of 3 to 5 years’ appropriate experience.
Do you have a valid driver’s license. ?

Please Notes :

  • Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.