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Department of Infrastructure Development
Salary band
R 1 376 199
Closing date
28 August 2026
Reference
REFS/056042
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Department
Department of Infrastructure Development
Location
Head Office (Johannesburg)
Salary
R914 517 – R1 376 199 per annum, (all-inclusive package). The package includes a basic salary (70% of package), and a flexible portion of 30% that may be structured in terms of applicable rules. Which includes state’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary). The offer is based on recognition of experience after obtaining registration. (Proof of recognized experience will be requested from the shortlisted candidates).
Requirements
An Engineering Degree in Electrical (B Eng / BSC (Eng) or equivalent qualification. A minimum of 3 years’ post qualification experience in Engineering is required. Must be a registered as a Professional Engineer with ECSA. Must have a valid driver’s license. Competencies: Public Service Act of 1994. Public Service Regulations, 2016. PFMA and Treasury Regulations. Provincial/Departmental SCM policies. Government Immovable Asset Management Act of 2007. National Building Standards Act of 1977 and Regulations. Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1993 and Regulations. Health Act, Regulations and Guidelines. National Environmental Management Act of 1998. Engineering Profession Act of 2000. Engineering design and analysis Programme and project management. Computer-aided engineering applications. Knowledge of legal compliance. Skills- Decision making, Team leadership, Analytical, Creativity, Self-management, Financial management, Customer focus and responsiveness, Communication, Computer literacy 144 Conflict management, Problem solving, Research, Technical report writing and Networking.
Duties
Plan, design, operate and maintain engineering projects. Develop cost effective solutions according to standards. Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to corporate new technology. Develop tender specifications. Ensure through evaluation that planning and design by others is done according to sound engineering works according to norms and standards and code of practice and approve engineering works according to prescribed norms and standards. 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 process and administer performance management and development. Manage resources and prepare and consolidate inputs for the facilitation of resource utilization. Ensure adherence to regulations and procedures for procurement and personnel administration. Monitor, control expenditure and service report on expenditure and service delivery.
Enquiries
Ms. Sikelelwa Mboto at 076 521 4118 145
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.
This vacancy is within Department of Infrastructure Development. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.
Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.
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The advertised salary band for this post is R 1 376 199. 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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