The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government, invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for multiple Road Worker positions available across various locations in the Western Cape. These positions offer an opportunity to contribute to the construction, maintenance and repair of provincial road infrastructure while gaining practical experience within a government environment.
Successful candidates will be responsible for supporting road specialists, performing manual labour and carrying out general road maintenance duties, including work on road surfaces, reserves, signage, markings and related structures. The roles require reliability, teamwork, the ability to work under pressure and a basic level of education suitable for performing road construction and maintenance tasks.
Position: Road Worker X57 Posts
Salary: R163 680 – R192 810 per annum (Level 03)
Enquiries: Mr T Ntomane
Tel No: (021) 863 2020
Closing Date: 26 January 2026
Available Posts
- Bellville
Ref No: DOI 153/2025
(1 post) - Caledon
Ref No: DOI 154/2025
(1 post) - Ceres
Ref No: DOI 157/2025
(X2 posts) - Clanwilliam
Ref No: DOI 159/2025
(X5 posts) - Hopefield
Ref No: DOI 160/2025
(13 posts) - Robertson
Ref No: DOI 161/2025
(X10 posts) - Stanford
Ref No: DOI 162/2025
(X2 posts) - Vanrhynsdorp
Ref No: DOI 163/2025
(X3 posts) - Klaver
Ref No: DOI 166/2025
(X3 posts) - Malmesbury
Ref No: DOI 167/2025
(X2 posts) - Piketberg
Ref No: DOI 168/2025
(X4 posts) - Worcester
Ref No: DOI 169/2025
(X11 posts)
Requirements
- Ability to read and write / Adult Basic Education and Training (ABET 2/Grade 5).
Competencies - A good understanding of building, maintenance and repair of roads.
Skills - Verbal and written communication skills;
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines;
- Reliable;
- Able to work in a team.
Duties
- Support road specialists in the construction, maintenance and repair of roads;
- Perform manual labour;
- Undertake general duties to support road specialists with the construction, maintenance, repair and cleaning of roads, which may include maintenance or improvement of road surfaces, road reserves, road signs and road markings, waterways and structures and related activities.
How to Apply
Please complete an application form (Z83) and attach a current CV (maximum of 5 pages). The position being applied for and the relevant reference number must be clearly indicated on the Z83 application form.
Applications must be submitted using one method only. Applications may be hand delivered for attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, 44 Gannet Street, Pelican Heights, Cape Town, from Monday to Friday between 07:00 and 17:00. Alternatively, applications may be posted to Western Cape Government Jobs, PO Box 22432, Fish Hoek, 7974, or emailed to [email protected]. When submitting via email, ensure the reference number of the post is clearly stated in the subject line and that all attachments are in MS Word or PDF format.
Clearly indicate the reference number of the post in the email subject line. Ensure attachments are in MS Word or PDF format.
Important Notes
- Applications not submitted on or before the closing date, as well as faxed copies, will not be considered.
- If you did not receive any correspondence within 3 months of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
- Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department.
- The selection process will be guided by the Employment Equity (EE) targets of the employing department.
- Should you experience difficulties with your online application (if applicable), technical support is available Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16:00 at 0861 370 214.
- All other queries relating to the position should be directed to the enquiries person indicated above.
These positions offer a great entry-level opportunity in road maintenance for reliable individuals with basic education who enjoy hands-on, team-based work in the Western Cape. Good luck with your application! Apply before 26 January 2026.