Operator (Specialised Grader): Construction and Specialised Maintenance, Ref No. DOI 38/2026

Job Purpose

The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a Operator to deliver grader maintenace service and to perform road grader maintenance services in the DRE Oudtshoorn area.

Minimum Requirements

Grade 10 certificate (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 6 years relevant experience as an operator on a construction equipment inclusive of a grader; A valid code EC1 driving license with a professional driving permit (PDP).

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Maintain gravel roads and gravel elements on road network to ensure safe driving surface for the travelling public; Needs analyses of gravel patchwork; Responsible for surfaced road maintenance to ensure safe driving surface for road for travelling public; Supervision of staff.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Construction plant; Mechanical maintenance of construction plant; General road maintenance; Tools; Tar and gravel road surfaces; Skills in the following: Logical thinking; Good communication (written and verbal); Be able to manage conflict situations with staff and public; High regard for health and safety; Good leadership and self-driven with minimum supervision.

Remuneration

R 237 453 - R 279 708 per annum (Salary level 5)

Note on remuneration in addition service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Applicants from within the Cape Oudtshoorn Area will receive preference.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process.

All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

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