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Department of Public Works, Roads and Transport · mpumalanga · CA/EHL/X25 Gert Sibande District Ref No

Closing date
30 October 2026
Reference
CA/EHL/X25
Salary band
R 499 470
Application method
Email application
Listing status: Source check pending

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Vacancy information from the employer

Department: Department of Public Works, Roads and Transport Location: Ehlanzeni District Ref No: CA/EHL/X25 Gert Sibande District Ref No: CA/GERT/X26 Salary: R499 470 per annum, (OSD) Requirements: Grade 12 Certificate plus 3-year National Diploma in Civil/ Mechanical (NQF level 6 as recognized by SAQA) plus 3 years as an Artisan Foreman. Drivers licence Knowledge, Skills & competencies: Knowledge in automotive; Knowledge in mechanical and electrical components; Knowledge of power machines, i.e motor; Knowledge of hydraulics system equipment’s; Knowledge of electrical and mechanical analogues; knowledge of Relevant legislation and Public Service Regulations; Knowledge of SLAs; Technical and report writing skills; Computer-aided technical applications; Project management Technical design and analysis knowledge. Duties: Administer the maintenance and repairs of roads construction equipment. Render administration services. Render lowbed services. Manage districts plant and equipment workshops. Ensure the promotion of safety in line with statutory and Regulatory requirements. Provide inputs into existing manuals, standards drawing and procedures to incorporate new technology and ensure Quality assurance in line with specification. Compile and submit report as required. Monitor expenditure according to budget to ensure efficient cash flow management. Liaise with relevant Bodies on technical and related matters. Application instructions: ; Project management Technical design and analysis knowledge. Enquiries: Mr SI Mazibuko Tel No: (013) 766 6961 e-Recruitment Mpumalanga Closing Date: 2026-10-30T12:00:00+02:00

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Requirements

  • ✓Grade 12 Certificate plus 3-year National Diploma in Civil/ Mechanical (NQF level 6 as recognized by SAQA) plus 3 years as an Artisan Foreman
  • ✓Drivers licence Knowledge, Skills & competencies: Knowledge in automotive
  • ✓Knowledge in mechanical and electrical components
  • ✓Knowledge of power machines, i
  • ✓Knowledge of hydraulics system equipment’s
  • ✓Knowledge of electrical and mechanical analogues
  • ✓knowledge of Relevant legislation and Public Service Regulations
  • ✓Knowledge of SLAs
  • ✓Technical and report writing skills
  • ✓Computer-aided technical applications

Key responsibilities

  • •Administer the maintenance and repairs of roads construction equipment
  • •Render administration services
  • •Render lowbed services
  • •Manage districts plant and equipment workshops
  • •Ensure the promotion of safety in line with statutory and Regulatory requirements
  • •Provide inputs into existing manuals, standards drawing and procedures to incorporate new technology and ensure Quality assurance in line with specification
  • •Compile and submit report as required
  • •Monitor expenditure according to budget to ensure efficient cash flow management
  • •Liaise with relevant Bodies on technical and related matters