DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT VACANCIES

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:

  1. 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
  2. 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

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

  1. Depot Team (Umbumbulu) – Ref No: DOT 36/2025
  2. Depot Team (St Hellier) – Ref No: DOT 37/2025
  3. Depot Team (Northdene) – Ref No: DOT 38/2025
  4. Depot Team (Mount Edgecombe) – Ref No: DOT 39/2025
  5. Depot Team (Isipingo) – Ref No: DOT 40/2025
  6. Depot Team (Inanda) – Ref No: DOT 41/2025
  7. 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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