Director District Services (X2 Posts)
Mpumalanga Department of Public Works, Roads and Transport
- Location
- Bohlabela District Ref No: D/DH/BO/03 Nkangala District Ref No: D/DH/NK/99, Mpumalanga
- Salary
- R1 317 834 per year
- Job type
- Permanent
- Work setting
- On-site
- Sector
- Government & public service
- Closing date
- 30 Oct 2026
Posted 10 days ago
What you need
- Qualification
- Degree
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Driver's licence
- Code 8 (EB)
Registrations / certificates: Nyukela SMS pre-entry certificate
- Degree or Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in a related field.
- 5 years at middle or senior management level.
- Driver's licence needed.
- Nyukela SMS course needed before appointment.
- Lead district roads, buildings and transport services.
- Posts in Bohlabela and Nkangala districts.
How to apply
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How to apply: Applications must be submitted online through the link erecruitment.mpg.gov.za Official advert: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 37 of 2026, post 37/225. Government applications usually need the new Z83 form and a detailed CV.
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Requirements:
Grade 12 plus Bachelor’s Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF Level 7) in Public Management/Public Administration/ Finance/ Business Administration or a directly relevant functional field. A minimum of five (5) years’ experience at Middle / Senior Managerial level. A valid driver’s licence. Appointment is subject to the signing of a performance agreement and financial disclosure. Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government available as an online course on https://www. thensg.gov.za/training- course/sms-pre-entry-programme/, prior to finalisation of an appointment Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Knowledge of Legislation governing Human Resources within Public Service and SMS handbook. Knowledge of the following functional fields is critical: In-depth understanding of dynamics of the Public Service, Government Systems and Operations, good understanding of the PFMA, good understanding of the Public Service Human Resource Regulatory Framework, ability to work in cross/functional projects/teams, excellent coordination and project management skills, good understanding of Government policies and initiatives and the role of information in government decision-making, Demonstrated strategic and operational management ability and experience, experience in leading and managing transformation.
Duties:
Manage all administrative aspects in the district. Provide strategic leadership within the district. Render the maintenance public infrastructure (i.e. Public Works building, Roads maintenance services, EPWP and Immovable Assets). Manage the implementation of capital projects. Manage district transport management services. Ensure compliance with National policy frameworks and standards. Report and participate in all appropriate provincial, departmental and other structures and processes. Manage and ensure effective and efficient utilisation of financial, human and physical resources of the directorate in line with applicable legislation.
Enquiries: Ms PN Yingwane Tel No: (013) 766 6780 e-Recruitment Mpumalanga