The Mpumalanga Department of Public Works, Roads and Transport invites applications from suitably qualified and motivated candidates for the following exciting career opportunities. Join our dynamic team to contribute to the development and maintenance of infrastructure, roads, and transport services in Mpumalanga.
POSITIONS:
- Road Works Foreman (X9 Posts)
- Telecom Operator: Albert Luthuli 1 (X1 Post)
- Housekeeper: Accommodation (X1 Post)
- Boiler Operator (X2 Posts)
- Road Workers (X16 Posts)
- Road Work Operator (X3 Posts)
- Tradesman Aid (X6 Posts)
- Groundsman (X2 Posts)
- Cleaners (X3 Posts)
The Department is dedicated to delivering high-quality infrastructure and transport services that encourage sustainable economic growth and development across the region. Suitable, motivated, and dynamic individuals who meet the required qualifications, skills, and competencies are encouraged to apply for the following positions. This represents an opportunity to be part of a professional team committed to integrity, accountability, and service excellence in the public sector.
ROAD WORKS FOREMAN (X9 POSTS)
SALARY: R228 321 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE & COST CENTRE REFERENCE NUMBERS:
- Goven Mbeki Cost Centre Ref No: RWF/GM/22 (X2 Posts)
- Mashishing Cost Centre Ref No: RWF/M/23 (X1 Post)
- Emalahleni Cost Centre Ref No: RWF/EM24 (X1 Post)
- Dr JS Moroka Cost Centre Ref No: RWF/E/26 (X2 Posts)
- Thembisile Hani Cost Centre Ref No: RWF/T HANI/27 (X1 Post)
- Moretele Cost Centre Ref No: RWF/MOR/28 (X1 Post)
- Umjindi Cost Centre Ref No: RWF/E/29 (X1 Post)
- Albert Luthuli 1 Cost Centre Ref No: RWF/E/30 (X1 Post)
REQUIREMENTS:
- Grade 12 Certificate (NQF level 5 as recognised by SAQA)
- Successful completion of Road Work course plus road worker experience
- Valid driver’s licence
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: - Knowledge of legislative prescripts governing public service
- Computer literacy
- Planning, organizing and problem-solving skills
- Good interpersonal relations
DUTIES:
- Supervise maintenance projects
- Execute equipment supervision
- Implement safety procedures and control
- Oversee onsite training
- Ensure compliance with legislations
- Oversee staff utilization and management
- Maintain workers performance management
ENQUIRIES: Mr SI Mazibuko | Tel: (013) 766 6961
APPLICATIONS: Email application to: PWRTrecruitE@mpg.gov.za
TELECOM OPERATOR: ALBERT LUTHULI 1
REF NO: TO/M/31
SALARY: R193 359 per annum (Level 04)
CENTRE: Albert Luthuli 1 Cost Centre
REQUIREMENTS:
- Grade 12 with no experience
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: - Knowledge of Public Service prescripts
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills
DUTIES:
- Handle incoming and outgoing calls
- Act as Receptionist and manage District telephones
- Take and forward messages to officials
- Print telephone bills for respective extensions
- Keep records
- Promote good image of the Department as per Batho Pele Principles
ENQUIRIES: Mr SI Mazibuko | Tel: (013) 766 6961
APPLICATIONS: Email application to: PWRTrecruitE@mpg.gov.za
HOUSEKEEPER: ACCOMMODATION
REF NO: HKA/PR/32
SALARY: R193 359 per annum (Level 4)
CENTRE: Pilgrim’s Rest
REQUIREMENTS:
- Grade 12 Certificate with no work experience
Knowledge, Skill and Competencies: - Knowledge of Public Service and Built Environment legislative prescripts
- Computer literacy, communication and records management skills
- Good interpersonal relations
- Willingness to learn and develop career in Public Service
DUTIES:
- Administer bookings for guesthouses and halls
- Order cleaning materials
- Coordinate laundry services and ensure safekeeping of household assets
- Supervise laundry services
- Manage housekeeping assets
ENQUIRIES: Mr SI Mazibuko | Tel: (013) 766 6961
APPLICATIONS: Email application to: PWRTrecruitE@mpg.gov.za
BOILER OPERATOR (X2 POSTS)
SALARY: R193 359 per annum (Level 04)
CENTRES:
- Witbank Hospital Ref No: BO/MH/33
- Sabie Hospital Ref No: BO/MH/34
REQUIREMENTS:
- Grade 12 Certificate
- Boiler certificate with no work experience
- Valid driver’s licence
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: - Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS)
- Planning, organising, verbal and written communication skills
- Willingness to work overtime and be on standby
DUTIES:
- Ensure safe boiler operation in the hospital
- Supervise Boiler Assistant
- Maintain safe incinerator operation
- Report and record boiler operations
- Manage coal and ash removal, boiler cleaning and maintenance
- Use protective clothing properly
- Clean brine tank and water fitter, apply chemicals and salt as prescribed
ENQUIRIES: Mr SI Mazibuko | Tel: (013) 766 6961
APPLICATIONS: Email application to: PWRTrecruitE@mpg.gov.za
ROAD WORKERS (X16 POSTS)
SALARY: R163 680 per annum (Level 03)
CENTRES & REF NOS:
- Thembisile Hani Cost Centre Ref No: RW/THANI/38 (X4 Posts)
- Dipaliseng Cost Centre Ref No: RW/D/42 (X4 Posts)
- Albert Lithuli Cost Centre Ref No: AS/43 (X1 Post)
- Emakhazeni Cost Centre Ref No: RW/EM/45 (X2 Posts)
- Mbombela Cost Centre Ref No: MCC/EH/46 (X1 Post)
- Mkhondo Cost Centre Ref: RW/MKH/48 (X2 Posts)
- Goven Mbeki Cost Centre Ref No: RW/GM/50 (X2 Posts)
REQUIREMENTS:
- Grade 10 (ABET) Certificate with no experience
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: - Knowledge of occupational health and safety
- Listening and communication skills
- Good interpersonal relations
DUTIES:
- Perform patch work, bush clearing, erect road signs
- Clean drainage and remove rubbish on roads
- Perform road maintenance tasks as required
ENQUIRIES: Ms PI Komanisi | Tel: (013) 766 6828
APPLICATIONS: Email application to: PWRTrecruitEle@mpg.gov.za
ROAD WORK OPERATOR (X3 POSTS)
SALARY: R163 680 per annum (Level 03)
CENTRES & REF NOS:
- Msukaligwa Cost Centre Ref No: RWO/MSUCC/51 (X1 Post)
- Thembisile Hani Cost Centre Ref No: RWO/THANI/52 (X1 Post)
- Mkhondo Cost Centre Ref No: RWO/MKH/53 (X1 Post)
REQUIREMENTS:
- Grade 12 with no experience
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: - Knowledge of occupational health and safety
- Listening and communication skills
- Good interpersonal relations
DUTIES:
- Perform patch work, bush clearing, erect road signs
- Clean drainage and remove rubbish on roads
- Perform road maintenance tasks as required
ENQUIRIES: Ms PI Komanisi | Tel: (013) 766 6828
APPLICATIONS: Email application to: PWRTrecruitEle@mpg.gov.za
TRADESMAN AID (6 X POSTS)
SALARY: R163 680 per annum (Level 03)
CENTRES & REF NOS:
- Pilgrim Rest (TA/PR/65) (X1 Post)
- Mammetlake Hospital (TA/M/66) (X1 Post)
- Thembisile Cost Center (TA/T HANI/67) (X1 Post)
- Malamule Cost Center (TA/MAL/69) (X2 Posts)
- Steve Tshwete Cost Center (TA/ST/70) (X1 Post)
REQUIREMENTS:
- Grade 10 (ABET) with no experience
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: - Knowledge of occupational health and safety
- Listening and communication skills
- Good interpersonal relations
DUTIES:
- Follow supervisor’s instructions
- Safely keep tools
- Report minor faults to artisan
ENQUIRIES: Ms PI Komanisi | Tel: (013) 766 6828
APPLICATIONS: Email application to: PWRTrecruitEle@mpg.gov.za
GROUNDSMAN (X2 POSTS)
SALARY: R138 486 per annum (Level 02)
CENTRES & REF NOS:
- Malekutu Cost Centre Ref No: G/M/71
- Tonga Cost Centre Ref No: G/T/72
REQUIREMENTS:
- Grade 10 (ABET) with no experience
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: - Landscaping/gardening knowledge
- Occupational health and safety knowledge
- Ability to read, write and operate gardening machinery
- Listening and communication skills
- Good interpersonal relations
DUTIES:
- Maintain gardens, lawns, outdoor spaces
- Operate gardening machinery (lawn mowers, brush cutters)
- Apply insecticides and fertilizers
- Cultivate soil for trees and flowers
- Maintain gardening equipment and tools including minor repairs
- Assist with loading and unloading deliveries
- Empty bins and perform other supervisor tasks
ENQUIRIES: Ms PI Komanisi | Tel: (013) 766 6828
APPLICATIONS: Email application to: PWRTrecruitEle@mpg.gov.za
CLEANERS (X3 POSTS)
SALARY: R138 486 per annum (Level 02)
CENTRES & REF NOS:
- Nkangala District Ref No: C/NK/75
- Thembisile Hani Ref No: C/THANI/74
- Ehlanzeni District Ref No: C/EHL/75
REQUIREMENTS:
- Grade 10 (ABET) with no experience
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: - Knowledge in cleaning with detergents
- Occupational health and safety knowledge
- Ability to read, write and operate cleaning machinery
- Listening and communication skills
- Good interpersonal relations
DUTIES:
- Clean and maintain floors, offices, toilets, kitchen areas
- Sweep, dust, vacuum, disinfect surfaces
- Empty bins and remove waste
- Maintain cleaning materials and equipment
- Report broken machines and request cleaning supplies
ENQUIRIES: Ms PI Komanisi | Tel: (013) 766 6828
APPLICATIONS: Email application to: PWRTrecruitEle@mpg.gov.za
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
- Quote the relevant reference number
- Submit a fully completed and signed NEW Z83 form (available at www.dpsa.gov.za)
- Include a recent comprehensive CV with contactable referees (phone and email)
- No copies of qualifications or documents required on application; only shortlisted candidates will submit certified documents
- Non-South African citizens must attach proof of permanent residence
- Foreign qualifications must have SAQA evaluation certificates
- Senior management candidates will undergo technical and competency assessments, plus security vetting
- Correspondence only to shortlisted candidates within 3 months of closing date
- Successful candidates will sign an employment contract and performance agreement within 3 months
- Submit applications only by post or hand delivery (no fax or email) except where specified for email applications
- The Department promotes affirmative action and encourages women and people with disabilities to apply
- The Department reserves the right to fill or not to fill any post
APPLICATION ADDRESSES:
Mail or hand-deliver to the Head of Department at:
- Department of Public Works, Roads and Transport, Private Bag X11310, Mbombela, 1200
- Head Office: Riverside Government Complex, No. 7 Government Boulevard, Riverside Park, Extension 2, Mbombela, Building No 9 Visitors Center
- District Offices as per district mentioned in job posting
CLOSING DATE: 12 September 2025 at 12H00
CONTACTS FOR ENQUIRIES:
- Ms PN Mokhotla | Tel: (013) 766 6780
- Mr SI Mazibuko | Tel: (013) 766 6961
- Ms PI Komanisi | Tel: (013) 766 6828