Senior Road Workers x 8 Positions

1. SENIOR ROAD WORKER X5 POSTS REF NO: DRPW 133/2015
Component: Road Works
SALARY : R 103 494 per annum (Level 4)
CENTRE : In-House Construction (Grahamstown)

REQUIREMENTS : The minimum ABET level is required, 1 – 2 years road construction
environment experience, Ability to communicate effectively and report
complaints, Good interpersonal and conflict resolution skills, Driver’s license
Code EC will be an added advantage

DUTIES : Perform flag duties, Assist the grader operator with cutting final level, Assist
dozer operator with cutting earthworks levels, Perform tally works duties,
Perform pothole patching duties, Assist the water truck driver with filling of
water trucks, Ensure that machines and plant are cleaned daily

2. SENIOR ROAD WORKER X3 POSTS REF NO: DRPW 135/2015
Component: Roads Branch
Sub-component: In-House Maintenance
SALARY : R103 49 per annum (Level 4)

CENTRE : Alfred Nzo Regional Office (X1 Post Mount Frere, X1 Post Bizana, X1 Post Maluti)

REQUIREMENTS : Minimum of Grade 7 (Standard 5 Report), Operator certificate i.e. Grader,
TLB, Dozer, double diff truck or Excavator and with 5 years practical
experience in operating roads construction equipment. A valid code EC, EC1
(Code 14). Knowledge And Skills: Working knowledge of the utilization of
earth-moving plant and Departmental of roads prism. Knowledge of relevant
legislations governing provincial roads in the Eastern Cape Province will be
an added advantage. Ability to operate heavy equipment in a safe and
appropriate manner (Heavy equipment may include double diff trucks, front
end loaders, dozers, graders or compactors other pieces of equipment).
Ability to communicate effectively and record complaints. Sound knowledge
in Health and Safety regulation pertaining to road works. Good
communication and conflict resolution skills.

DUTIES : Operate heavy equipment in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant
legislation, policy and procedures. Perform daily safety and maintenance
checks. Clean equipment as scheduled and/required. Ensure equipment is
safe and surely stored. Advise the Department of Roads and Public Works
foreman of any requirements for maintenance or repairs. Participate in
routine maintenance. Practice workplace safety and maintain inventory.
Maintain roads and transportation systems in order to ensure safe roadways
within the assigned area and perform other related duties, complete daily
work return(logs) accurately and forward to supervisor, must be prepared to
render assistance after hours in the event of emergency or when required to
do so.
NOTE : NB: All shortlisted candidates will be tested for appropriate driving skills as
per some of the above indicated earthmovings plant by mechanicals section.

APPLICATIONS : Applications for Head Office (Bhisho) should be forwarded for the attention:
Director: Human Resource Practice and Administration, Department of Roads
and Public Works, Private Bag X0022, Bhisho, 5605. Alternatively,
application can be hand delivered at the following address: Room 2.09, 2nd
Floor, Qhasana Building, Corner of Siwani Avenue, Independence Avenue,
Bhisho, 5605. Enquiries: Mr. M.D Kwaza Tel: 040 602 4274 or Ms. N. Mtoba:
040 602 4268/ 4273 /4272 /4270/4271/4272.
Applications of posts for In-House Construction, Grahamstown and Graaff-
Reinet should be forwarded for the attention of Director: In-House
Construction; Department of Roads and Public Works; Private Bag X 1605;
Grahamstown – 6139 Alternatively, applications can be hand delivered at the
following address: Department of Roads and Public Works Offices: 1 Reynold
Street, Indusrial Area, Grahamstown Enquiries: Ms C. Riddin/Ms N. Matya/
Mr M.D. Manjati @ (046) 602 8134
Applications for post in Joe Gqabi Regional Office (Sterkspruit) should be
forwarded for the attention: Acting Regional Director: Joe Gqabi Regional
Office, Department of Roads and Public Works, Private Bag X 5002,
Sterkspruit, 9752 Alternatively, applications can be hand delivered at the
following address: Department of Roads and Public Works Offices, Benson
College Building, Sterkspruit, 9752 Enquiries Mr. S. Dumalisile / Mr. M.
Tshwaku: (051) – 611 9800
Applications of post in Amathole should be forwarded for the attention of the
Regional Director: Amathole Regional Office, Department of Roads and
Public Works, Private Bag X 13004, Cambridge, East London, 5201
Alternatively, applications can be hand delivered at the following address:
Department of Roads and Public Works Offices, Cnr. Scholl & Amalinda Main
Road, Summerpride, East London, Next to the SPCA (Ezinjeni) Enquiries: Ms
T Xhati/ Ms T Vooi 043 711 5742
Applications for Chris Hani Regional Office (Queenstown) should be
forwarded for the attention: Regional Director: Chris Hani; Department of
Roads and Public Works; Privat6te Bag X 7114; Queenstown; 5320.
Alternatively, applications can be hand delivered at the following address:
Department of Roads and Public Works, 1 Creamery Road, Kingspark,
Queenspark. Enquiries: Ms V Dyantyi @ 045 807 6713/ Mr. Z. Tana @ 045
807 6707
Applications for posts in Cacadu Regional Office (Port Elizabeth) should be
forwarded for the attention: Regional Director: Cacadu Regional Office;
Department of Roads and Public Works; Private Bag X 0004; Port Elizabeth –
6000 Alternatively, applications can be hand delivered at the following
address: Department of Roads and Public Works Offices 55 Corner Albany
and Westbourne Road, Central, Port Elizabeth Enquiries: Ms. A Meyer/ Ms C
Bermoskie @ (041) 390 9032/9026

CLOSING DATE : 05 June 2015.

NOTE : Applications must be submitted on form Z83, obtainable from any Public
Service Department and should be accompanied by original certified copies
of qualifications, Identification Document, A valid driver’s license where
required and recent updated comprehensive CV. The first page of the Z83
form must be appropriately filled or else applications will not be considered.
NB: No faxed, e-mailed or late applications will be considered. Failure to
submit the required documentation will lead to the disqualification of
candidates. Communication including correspondence will only be entered
into with shortlisted candidates. Recommended candidates will undergo
comprehensive reference checks which include qualification verification and
Personnel Suitability Checks. All SMS appointments are subject to a
competency assessment. NB: People with foreign qualifications must attach a
SAQA Verification letter. The Department of Roads and Public Works
reserves the right not to make an appointment.