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Department of Transport
Salary band
R 253 341
Closing date
28 August 2026
Reference
DOT 180/2026
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Department
Department of Transport
Location
Ladysmith Region: Mechanical, Dundee Ref No: DOT 180/2026 (X1 Post) Pietermaritzburg Region: Mechanical (Mountain Rise) Ref No: DOT 181/2026 (X1 Post) Empangeni Region: Mechanical (Vryheid) Ref No: DOT 182/2026 (X2 Posts) Mechanical (Empangeni) Ref No: DOT 183/2026 (X1 Post
Salary
Grade A: R253 341 per annum, (dependent on experience), (OSD) Grade B: R297 249 per annum, (dependent on experience), (OSD) 188 Grade C: R345 342 per annum, (dependent on experience), (OSD) (Salary will be determined according to post registration experience as per OSD prescripts)
Requirements
Grade A: No experience required Grade B: At least 18 years’ experience Grade C: At least 34 years’ experience An appropriate Trade Test Certificate in Earth moving equipment mechanic/Construction plant mechanic/ Tractor Mechanic/Diesel mechanic; plus A valid driver’s licence (minimum code C1). Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required: Technical analysis knowledge. Technical Report writing knowledge. Knowledge of Computer Aided technical applications. Knowledge of legal compliance. Knowledge of production process and skills. Knowledge of technical consulting. Problem solving and analysis skills. Decision making skills. Teamwork skills. Creativity skills. Self – management skills. Customer focus and responsiveness skills. Communication skills. Computer skills. Planning and organising skills. The ideal candidate must be analytical, reliable, accurate, open, transparent, innovative and have integrity.
Duties
Design: Produce designs according to client specifications and within limits of production capability. Production: Produce objects with material and equipment according to job specifications and recognised standards. Quality assurance of produced objects. Maintenance: Inspect equipment and plant for technical faults. Repair equipment and facilities according to standards. Test repaired equipment and plant against specifications. Service equipment and plant according to schedule. Quality assure serviced and maintained equipment and/or facilities. Perform administrative and related functions: Compile and submit reports. Provide inputs to the operational plan. Keep and maintain job record/register, and supervise and mentor staff. Maintain and advance expertise: Continuous individual development to keep up with new technologies and procedures. Research/literature studies on technical /engineering technology to improve expertise.
Enquiries
Ms T Nkosi (Ladysmith) Tel No: (036) 638 4400 Ms G Hlabisa (Pietermaritzburg) Tel No: (033) 392 6600 Ms S Hlela (Empangeni) Tel No: (035) 787 1442
Notes
It is the intention of this Department to consider equity targets when filling these positions.
Closing Date
2026-08-28T23:59:00+02:00
Engineering professionals are in strong demand across both the public and private sectors in South Africa. Government departments including Public Works, Water and Sanitation, and Transport regularly advertise engineering posts at municipal and national level. In the private sector, mining, manufacturing, and infrastructure remain the largest employers of engineers. Professional registration with ECSA (Engineering Council of South Africa) is required for senior engineering roles in the public service.
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The advertised salary band for this post is R 253 341. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.
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