
POST 02/138: ARTISAN FOREMAN GRADE A (MECHANICAL) (2 POSTS)
SALARY: R362,130 per annum (OSD)
CENTRE: Pietermaritzburg Region
- Mechanical, Umzimkhulu (Ref No: DOT 12/2025) – 1 Post
- Mechanical, Underberg (Ref No: DOT 13/2025) – 1 Post
Requirements:
- Appropriate Trade Test Certificate in Earth Moving Equipment Mechanic/Construction Plant Mechanic/Diesel Mechanic/Tractor Mechanic.
- Minimum of five (5) years of post-qualification experience as an Artisan.
- Valid driver’s license (minimum Code C1).
Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies:
- Technical analysis and report writing.
- Knowledge of legal compliance, production processes, and technical consulting.
- Problem-solving, decision-making, teamwork, planning, and organizing skills.
- Proficiency in computer applications and strong communication abilities.
- Reliability, integrity, and innovative thinking.
Duties:
- Supervise and produce designs according to client specifications.
- Oversee production, ensuring quality standards are met.
- Inspect, repair, and service equipment and facilities per schedule and standards.
- Maintain registers of repaired and maintained faults.
- Obtain quotations and procure required materials.
- Compile and submit operational reports and plans.
- Supervise and mentor staff while managing human and capital resources.
- Stay updated with new technologies and procedures through continuous learning.
Enquiries: Mr. L Songca | Tel: (033) 392 6600
Applications:
- Submit by hand to: Department of Transport, Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House, 172 Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg.
- Courier to: Recruitment & Selection Section, Human Resource Administration Directorate, Private Bag X9043, Pietermaritzburg, 3200.
- Alternatively, apply via the KZN online e-Recruitment system: www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs.
POST 02/139: ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A-C (MECHANICAL) (16 POSTS)
SALARY:
- Grade A: R230,898 per annum (OSD, no experience required).
- Grade B: R270,915 per annum (OSD, 18+ years of experience).
- Grade C: R314,751 per annum (OSD, 34+ years of experience).
CENTRES:
- Pietermaritzburg Region (4 Posts):
- Mechanical, Ixopo (Ref No: DOT 14/2025) – 1 Post
- Mechanical, Kokstad (Ref No: DOT 15/2025) – 2 Posts
- Mechanical, Merrivale (Ref No: DOT 16/2025) – 1 Post
- Durban Region (12 Posts):
- Cost Centre, Port Shepstone (Various Teams):
- Signs Team (Ref No: DOT 17/2025) – 1 Post
- Mechanical (Ref No: DOT 18/2025) – 3 Posts
- Depot Team (Ref No: DOT 19/2025) – 1 Post
- Concrete Team (Ref No: DOT 20/2025) – 1 Post
- Cost Centre, Metro:
- Mechanical Workshop (Ref No: DOT 21/2025) – 1 Post
- Auxiliary Workshop (Ref No: DOT 22/2025) – 2 Posts
- Cost Centre, Stanger:
- Signs Team, Maphumulo (Ref No: DOT 23/2025) – 1 Post
- Regional Office, Durban:
- Mechanical, Durban (Ref No: DOT 24/2025) – 1 Post
- Cost Centre, Port Shepstone (Various Teams):
Requirements:
- Relevant Trade Test Certificate in Earth Moving Equipment Mechanic, Construction Plant Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, or Tractor Mechanic.
- Valid driver’s license (minimum Code C1).
Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies:
- Proficiency in technical analysis, report writing, and legal compliance.
- Skills in problem-solving, decision-making, teamwork, and resource management.
- Strong communication, creativity, and self-management skills.
Duties:
- Produce designs and objects according to client specifications and quality standards.
- Inspect, repair, and service equipment and facilities.
- Maintain and update equipment registers.
- Compile and submit operational reports.
- Supervise and mentor staff, planning resources effectively.
- Continuously improve expertise through research and training.
Enquiries:
- Durban Region: Ms. S Afrika | Tel: (031) 700-2222
- Pietermaritzburg Region: Mr. L Songca | Tel: (033) 392 6600
Applications:
- Submit by hand to: Department of Transport, Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House, 172 Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg.
- Courier to: Recruitment & Selection Section, Human Resource Administration Directorate, Private Bag X9043, Pietermaritzburg, 3200.
- Alternatively, apply via the KZN online e-Recruitment system: www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs.
POST 02/151: ADMINISTRATIVE CLERK (PRODUCTION) (7 POSTS)
SALARY: R216,417 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE: Durban Region
- Depot Team (Umbumbulu) – Ref No: DOT 36/2025
- Depot Team (St Hellier) – Ref No: DOT 37/2025
- Depot Team (Northdene) – Ref No: DOT 38/2025
- Depot Team (Mount Edgecombe) – Ref No: DOT 39/2025
- Depot Team (Isipingo) – Ref No: DOT 40/2025
- Depot Team (Inanda) – Ref No: DOT 41/2025
- Depot Team (Mandeni) – Ref No: DOT 42/2025
Requirements:
- Senior Certificate / National Certificate (Vocational) at NQF Level 4.
Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies:
- Knowledge of clerical duties, practices, and data capturing.
- Ability to operate a computer and collect statistics.
- Understanding of legislative frameworks governing Public Service.
- Familiarity with working procedures in a clerical environment.
- Proficiency in computer applications.
- Strong planning, organizational, and communication skills (both verbal and written).
- Good interpersonal relations and teamwork ability.
Duties:
- Provide general clerical support services.
- Offer supply chain clerical support services within the department.
- Perform personnel administration clerical support tasks.
- Render financial administration clerical support services.
Enquiries:
- Ms. TC Mthembu: Tel: (031) 469 8900
- Ms. TC Khumalo (Mandeni): Tel: (032) 437 3800
Applications:
- Hand deliver to: Department of Transport, Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House, 172 Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg.
- Courier to: Recruitment & Selection Section, Human Resource Administration Directorate, Private Bag X9043, Pietermaritzburg, 3200.
- Alternatively, apply online via the KZN e-Recruitment system: www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs.
For Attention: Mr. B Hornsby
Note: The Department is committed to considering equity targets when filling these positions.
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