DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND INFRASTRUCTURE VACANCIES

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND INFRASTRUCTURE VACANCIES

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND INFRASTRUCTURE
Applications are invited from interested registered professionals in the built environment for
appointment to vacant professional posts within the department

APPLICATIONS : applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through the online e-Recruitment
system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs. Applicants can submit their Z83 and
CV online. Applicants may also visit any one of our Designated Online
Application Centre’s (DOACS) where our friendly staff will assist you with
applying online or receiving your hardcopy application. You can find the list of
Designated Online Application Centers (DOACS) at
www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs.” OR Direct your application quoting the
reference number of the post you are applying for.

Head Office Posts: Direct your application quoting the reference number of
the post you are applying for and the name of the publication in which you saw
the advertisement to Director: Human Resource Management Department of
Public Works & Infrastructure, Private Bag X9142, Pietermaritzburg, 3200, for
attention Mrs. ZJ Hlongwane.

Alternatively, applications can be delivered to
191 Prince Alfred Street, Pietermaritzburg.
Southern Region Posts: Direct your application quoting the reference number
of the post you are applying for and the name of the publication in which you
saw the advertisement to The Regional Director: Department of Public Works
& Infrastructure, Private Bag X9041, Pietermaritzburg, 3200, for attention Ms.
P Singh. Alternatively, applications can be delivered to 10-18 Prince Alfred
Street (Ext), Pietermaritzburg.

Ethekwini Region Posts: Direct your application quoting the reference
number of the post you are applying for and the name of the publication in
which you saw the advertisement to The Regional Director, Department of
Public Works & Infrastructure, Private Bag X54336, Durban, 4000, for attention
Ms NT Phewa or alternatively hand delivered to 455A Jan Smuts Highway,
Mayville, Durban.

North Coast Region Posts Direct your application quoting the reference
number of the post you are applying for and the name of the publication in
which you saw the advertisement to The Regional Director, Department of
Public Works & Infrastructure, Private Bag X42, Ulundi, 3838, for attention Mr
S Zulu, Alternatively, Applications can be delivered to King Dinuzulu Highway,
LA Administrative Building, Ulundi

Midlands Region Posts: Direct your application quoting the reference number
of the post you are applying for and the name of the publication in which you
saw the advertisement to The Regional Director, Department of Public Works
& Infrastructure, and Private Bag X9963, Ladysmith, 3370, for attention Ms N
Mabizela, Alternatively, Applications can be delivered to 40 Shepstone Road,
Umkhamba Gardens Ladysmith 3370

CLOSING DATE : 06 February 2026

NOTE : Directions To Candidates: NB: Recommended candidates will be subjected to
a security clearance, competency assessment and will also be required to
disclose their financial interests. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS,
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.

Note to applicants: The Provincial Administration of KwaZulu-Natal is an equal
opportunity, affirmative action employer and Women and people with
disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applications must be submitted
individually on the prescribed new approved Z83 form, the form is available
from the website www.kznworks.gov.za or can be obtainable from any Public
Service department, and must be accompanied by a comprehensive
Curriculum Vitae (CV). Certified copies of supporting documents need not
accompany your application and CV, as these will be requested from shortlisted
candidates only. Faxed or electronic copies will not be considered. Candidates
are urged to view the guidelines available to all prospective candidates
applying for vacant position on the departmental website before completing
applications for posts.

Candidates are also advised not to send their
applications through registered mail, as the Department will not take
responsibility for non-collection thereof. It is the applicants’ responsibility to
have foreign qualifications assessment for equivalent by the South African
Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applications that do not comply with the
above-mentioned instructions will be disqualified. Please note that the
Department reserves the right not to fill the post. Recommended candidate’s
personal information will be subject to vetting prior to an offer of appointment
being made.

Candidates are expected to be available on the date set for the
interviews or they may be disqualified. Should you not have been contacted by
this office within 3 months of the closing date of the advertisement, kindly
consider your application being unsuccessful. Please note that further
communication shall be restricted to those candidates who will have been
shortlisted. The appointed candidate shall be required to sign a performance
agreement.

Please note that reference checks and/or confirmation of
employment will be done with the current employer and candidates are advised
to include references from the current employment to facilitate this. The filling
of this post will be guided by the Department’s Employment Equity targets
Please note that requests for higher salaries will not be entertained for the
advertised posts, however it may only be considered for posts falling within the
Occupational Specific Dispensation (OSD) subject to the existing provisions.
Candidates applying for advertised posts in the Department, will be deemed to
have granted consent to their personal information being used to determine
suitability in terms of the POPIA Act, 4 of 2013.

Please note that employment
verifications shall be undertaken for all experience which has been recognized
for shortlisting purposes, experience in the public service will need to be
supported with a signed job description and PERSAL service record history
and experience from the private sector needs to be supported by a certificate
of service confirming the name of company, position held, periods of
employment and duties performed. Experience that cannot be verified will
result in the applicant being disqualified.
OTHER POSTS

POST 02/267 : ARTISAN: FOREMAN (CARPENTRY & JOINERY) REF NO: ARTF/UMZ/2026
SALARY : R382 047 per annum, (OSD)
CENTRE : Umzinyathi District Office (Dundee)
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate trade test certificate plus 5 years post qualification experience
as an Artisan. A Valid driver’s licence.

DUTIES : Commensurate with duties applicable to the abovementioned occupation as
prescribed in the OSD.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. CD Mqadi Tel No: (034) 299 8360

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POST 02/268 : ARTISAN: PLUMBER (X4 POSTS)
SALARY : R243 597 per annum, (OSD)
CENTRE : Harry Gwala District Office (IXOPO) Ref No: ART/HG/SR/2026
Umzinyathi District Office (Dundee) Ref No: ART/UMZ/2026
Zululand Sub-District (Vryheid: Ref No: ART/ZSD/2026
Ilembe District Office (Stanger) Ref No: ART/ILEMB/2026

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate trade test certificate. A Valid driver’s licence (Code B-Manual
transmission).

DUTIES : Prepare and produce design. Produce objects according to client specification.
Render maintenance services. Perform administrative and related functions.
Maintain expertise. Supervise human resources/staff.
ENQUIRIES : Mr TW Nkomo: Harry Gwala District Office Tel No: (039) 834 0700
Mr. CD Mqadi: Umzinyathi District Office Tel No: (034) 299 8360
Mr TG Gwala: Zululand Sub-District Tel No: (035) 874 3349
Ms PT Khanyile: Ilembe District Office at (083) 341 7343

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POST 02/269 : ARTISAN: CARPENTER (X3 POSTS)
SALARY : R243 597 per annum, (OSD)
CENTRE Harry Gwala District Office, Ixopo Ref No: ART/CARP/HG/SR/2026
uMkhanyakude District; Umkuze Ref No: UMK/AC/01/2026
Ilembe District Office (Stanger) Ref No: ART/ CARP/ILEMB/2026

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate trade test. A valid Drivers Licence (Minimum Code B – Manual
transmission). Computer Literacy.

DUTIES : Produce designs according to client specification and within limits of production
capability. Produce objects with material and equipment according to job
specification and recognized standards. Carry out Quality assurance of
produced objects. Inspect equipment and/or facilities for technical faults.
Repair equipment and facilities according to standards. Test repair equipment
and/or facilities against specifications. Service equipment and/or facilities
according to schedule. Quality assure serviced and maintained equipment
and/or facilities. Perform administrative and related functions; Compile and
submit reports; Provide inputs to the operational plan; Keep and maintain job
record/register; and Supervise and mentor staff Maintain expertise and ensure
Continuous individual development to keep up with new technologies and
procedures.

ENQUIRIES : Mr TW Nkomo: Harry Gwala District Office Tel No: (039) 834 0700
Ms PP Mbuyisa: uMkhanyakude District Tel No: (035) 573 7000
Ms PT Khanyile: Ilembe District Office at (083) 341 7343