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ROAD WORK SUPERINTENDENT

Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure · S.4/3/10/184 (X 1 Post) Mothapo Ref No

Closing date
25 September 2026
Reference
S.4/3/10/184
Salary band
R 413 001
Application method
Email application
Listing status: Reviewed 4 September 2026

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About this role

Department: Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure Location: Lebowakgomo Ref No: S.4/3/10/184 (X 1 Post) Mothapo Ref No: S.4/3/10/185 (X1 Post) Salary: R413 001 per annum (Level 08) Requirements: Grade 12/ Matric and a qualification at NQF level 6 in Civil Engineering or Construction Management as recognized by SAQA. Six (6) years road work maintenance/Construction experience. Valid driver’s license, with the exception of applicants with disabilities. Technical Competencies: Knowledge of Artisan-related activities. Knowledge of relevant Acts and regulations. Knowledge and understanding of policy analysis, development and interpretation. Strategic capability and leadership. Problem solving and analysis. Decision making. Team leadership. Creativity. Financial management. Customer focus and responsiveness. Communication. Computer skills. People management. Planning and organizing. Conflict management. Duties: Monitor the maintenance and repair of road surfaces on all surfaced roads such as resurfacing interval, culvert/bridge replacement, line painting, replacement of signs, grade and resurface gravel on loose top roads. Develop maintenance schedules for assets (roads, plant, equipment, etc.). Plan and prepare weekly/monthly site programme. Manage contracted services, project management and final inspection for capital projects. Provide technical advice on claims against the department. Monitor and check the quality of work done by contractors/maintenance teams. Manage and develop staff. Enquiries: Ms Mothiba MM, Mr Seleka BN, Mr Maleka KJ, Mabolola DP Tel No: (015) 287 5613/5610/5611/5612. Closing Date: 2026-09-25T16:30:00+02:00

Requirements

  • Grade 12/ Matric and a qualification at NQF level 6 in Civil Engineering or Construction Management as recognized by SAQA
  • Six (6) years road work maintenance/Construction experience
  • Valid driver’s license, with the exception of applicants with disabilities
  • Technical Competencies: Knowledge of Artisan-related activities
  • Knowledge of relevant Acts and regulations
  • Knowledge and understanding of policy analysis, development and interpretation
  • Strategic capability and leadership
  • Problem solving and analysis
  • Decision making
  • Team leadership

Key responsibilities

  • Monitor the maintenance and repair of road surfaces on all surfaced roads such as resurfacing interval, culvert/bridge replacement, line painting, replacement of signs, grade and resurface gravel on loose top roads
  • Develop maintenance schedules for assets (roads, plant, equipment, etc
  • Plan and prepare weekly/monthly site programme
  • Manage contracted services, project management and final inspection for capital projects
  • Provide technical advice on claims against the department
  • Monitor and check the quality of work done by contractors/maintenance teams
  • Manage and develop staff