The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure invites interested and suitably qualified candidates to apply for the available positions at the Pretoria Regional Office. The advertised opportunities include Supervisor: Cleaning Services, Boiler Operator: Workshop and Supervisor: Grounds Services, with a salary of R201,093 per annum.
Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the minimum requirements and duties for the position they wish to apply for before submitting an application. Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply, and applicants must ensure that the prescribed Z83 application form and detailed CV are submitted correctly before the closing date of 9 October 2026 at 16:00.
Available Positions
- Supervisor: Cleaning Services – 9 Posts
Reference: 2026/348 - Boiler Operator: Workshop – 10 Posts
Reference: 2026/349 - Supervisor: Grounds Services – 1 Post
Reference: 2026/350
Salary: R201,093 per annum
Location: Pretoria Regional Office
Closing Date: 9 October 2026 at 16:00
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure has announced vacancies at the Pretoria Regional Office for Supervisor: Cleaning Services, Boiler Operator: Workshop and Supervisor: Grounds Services.
The department is a merit-based and equal opportunity employer. The intention is to promote excellence and diversity within the Public Service through the filling of these posts. Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Supervisor: Cleaning Services – 9 Posts
Reference Number: 2026/348
Salary: R201,093 per annum
Centre: Pretoria Regional Office
This is a readvertisement of Supervisor: Grounds Services previously advertised on PSVC 10 of 2026 under Reference No. 2026/147. Only eight posts were previously advertised. Applicants who previously applied are encouraged to reapply.
Requirements
- Minimum of Grade 9 or ABET Level 4.
- A minimum of two years’ relevant experience in a cleaning services environment will be an added advantage.
- Basic knowledge of cleaning.
- Knowledge of office administration.
- Knowledge of operating cleaning equipment.
- Knowledge of occupational health and safety.
- Knowledge of personnel practices and the Labour Relations Act.
- Effective communication skills.
- Numeracy and observation abilities.
- Ability to work with consultants, professionals and staff at various levels.
- Relationship management and interpersonal skills.
- Diplomacy skills.
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Decision-making and conflict-resolution skills.
- Motivational skills.
Duties
- Manage and control cleaning equipment and materials.
- Identify resource requirements and special operational needs.
- Monitor the condition and availability of equipment.
- Ensure the replacement or repair of faulty or outdated equipment.
- Supervise housekeeping, cleaning, safeguarding and maintenance services.
- Ensure cleanliness, tidiness, hygiene and safety of allocated areas.
- Perform administration functions associated with housekeeping and cleaning services.
- Identify fire and electricity-related hazards in buildings and offices.
- Conduct physical inspections of cleaned areas.
- Ensure the removal of refuse from offices and around buildings.
- Inspect the logistics and physical environment to ensure a clean and properly maintained environment.
- Ensure adherence to occupational health and safety requirements.
- Provide general supervision and administrative support to the section.
- Identify staff training and development requirements.
- Review employee performance.
- Support human resources administration.
- Assist with maintaining discipline and timekeeping.
- Assist with records management.
Enquiries: Mr S. Kutu – (012) 310 5993
Application Email: [email protected]
Boiler Operator: Workshop – 10 Posts
Reference Number: 2026/349
Salary: R201,093 per annum
Centre: Pretoria Regional Office
This is a readvertisement of Boiler Operator: Workshop previously advertised on PSVC 08 of 2026 under Reference No. 2026/93. Only three posts were previously advertised. Applicants who previously applied are encouraged to reapply.
Requirements
- Minimum of Grade 10.
- Equivalent recognised National Steam Certificate.
- A minimum of one year of experience in the field will be an added advantage.
- Knowledge of boiler operation.
- Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- Knowledge of operating equipment, tools and materials.
- Knowledge of the general built environment.
- Machinery operation skills.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Basic literacy skills.
- Technical skills.
- Motivational skills.
- Supervisory skills.
- Planning and organising skills.
- Accuracy.
- Effective communication skills.
Duties
- Ensure the correct usage and flow of chemicals.
- Request chemicals from stores as required.
- Test the quality of water from softeners and returning condensate water flows.
- Fill chemical tanks with required chemicals according to prescribed requirements.
- Top up salt in the brine tank.
- Check the working condition of chemical pumps.
- Test total dissolved solids (TDS).
- Perform blow-down according to prescribed requirements.
- Monitor boiler pressure according to demand.
- Monitor steam pressure constantly.
- Check the correct temperature of hot well pumps.
- Adjust the stoker for efficient steam delivery.
- Report all defects immediately.
- Monitor water and fuel levels in the boiler.
- Check feedwater pumps, levels and hot well tanks for sufficient water supply.
- Ensure standby boilers and funnels are supplied with water and chemicals at all times.
- Control the flow of fuel.
- Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety standards and legislation.
- Ensure that the boiler environment is properly maintained.
- Ensure the removal of ash from boilers, grit arresters and smoke boxes.
Enquiries: Mr S. Kutu – (012) 310 5993
Application Email: [email protected]
Supervisor: Grounds Services – 1 Post
Reference Number: 2026/350
Salary: R201,093 per annum
Centre: Pretoria Regional Office
This is a readvertisement of Supervisor: Grounds Services previously advertised on PSVC 10 of 2026 under Reference No. 2026/148. Applicants who previously applied are encouraged to reapply.
Requirements
- Minimum of ABET Level 4 or Grade 9.
- Relevant experience in horticultural practices will be an added advantage.
- Relevant experience in clerical services will be an added advantage.
- Knowledge of garden maintenance practices.
- Knowledge of office administration.
- Knowledge of operating horticultural equipment.
- Knowledge of occupational health and safety.
- Knowledge of personnel practices.
- Knowledge of the Labour Relations Act.
- Effective communication skills.
- Good communication, leadership and organisational skills.
- Valid driver’s licence.
Duties
- Manage and control equipment and materials.
- Identify resource requirements and special operational needs.
- Monitor the condition and availability of equipment.
- Ensure maintenance and servicing of equipment.
- Perform outdoor maintenance tasks.
- Prepare, implement and monitor maintenance schedules.
- Ensure weeds and grass are removed from flower beds.
- Supervise fertilisation of soil on flower beds.
- Conduct physical inspections of completed grounds work.
- Ensure removal of garden rubbish and refuse around buildings.
- Inspect logistics and the physical environment.
- Ensure adherence to occupational health and safety requirements.
- Perform general supervision and support administration of the section.
- Identify staff training and development requirements.
- Assist with performance reviews of subordinates.
- Support human resources administration.
Enquiries: Mr S. Kutu – (012) 310 5993
Application Email: [email protected]
Application Information
The closing date for all three positions is 9 October 2026 at 16:00.
Applications must be submitted using the prescribed Z83 application form together with a detailed CV. Applicants must use the current prescribed Z83 form. An incorrect or outdated Z83 form may result in disqualification.
The Z83 must be properly completed, initialled, signed and dated. Page 1 must be initialled, while Page 2 must be signed and dated.
Candidates do not need to submit certified copies of qualifications and other supporting documents when applying. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to provide certified copies before or on the interview date. Such documents should not be older than six months.
Applicants applying for more than one advertised post must submit a separate Z83 application form and CV for each position. Each application must clearly indicate the correct reference number and post title.
For emailed applications, a single PDF document or one attachment per application should be submitted to the email address specified for the particular position. Attachments must not exceed 15MB. Encrypted documents will not be accepted.
Late applications will not be considered.
Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA. Shortlisted candidates will also be subject to the applicable vetting and verification processes.
Due to the anticipated volume of applications, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Applicants who have not heard from the department within three months after the closing date should regard their applications as unsuccessful.
Application Addresses
Pretoria Regional Office:
Regional Manager, Department of Public Works
Private Bag X229, Pretoria, 0001
or hand deliver to AVN Building, Corner Andries and Skinner Street, Pretoria.
For Attention: Ms M. Masubelele.
Head Office, Pretoria:
Director-General, Department of Public Works
Private Bag X65, Pretoria, 0001
or CGO Building, Corner Bosman and Madiba Street, Pretoria.
For Attention: Ms NP Mudau.
Port Elizabeth Regional Office:
Regional Manager, Department of Public Works
Private Bag X3913, North End, Port Elizabeth, 6056
or Room 430, Corner Hancock and Robert Street, North End, Port Elizabeth, 6056.
For Attention: Ms P Buwa.
Mthatha Regional Office:
Regional Manager, Department of Public Works and Infrastructure
Private Bag X5007, Mthatha, 5100
or PRD Building, 02 Sutherland Street, Mthatha.
For Attention: Ms N. Mzalisi.
Closing Date: 9 October 2026 at 16:00