Civil / Structural Engineer (Grade A–C)

 

🏗️ Civil / Structural Engineer (Grade A–C) – Limpopo Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure

📍 Location: Head Office – Polokwane, Limpopo

💰 Salary:

• Grade A: R914 517 per annum (OSD)

• Grade B: R1 030 296 per annum (OSD)

• Grade C: R1 172 184 per annum (OSD, all-inclusive flexible package structured according to individual needs based on post-registration experience)

  🕒 Job Type: Permanent

  📌 Sector: Civil Engineering / Infrastructure Delivery / Health & Education / Public Sector

  📑 Reference: S.4/3/13/6

  📁 Component: Health and Education Infrastructure Delivery

  📅 Apply before: 25 September 2026 at 16h30

🏢 About the Employer – Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure (Limpopo)

The Limpopo Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure is responsible for delivering, maintaining, and managing public provincial infrastructure, including schools, clinics, and hospitals across the province. The department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and strongly encourages women and persons with disabilities to apply.

🎯 Purpose of the Role

The Civil/Structural Engineer provides professional engineering design, technical evaluation, tender documentation, project oversight, and skill development within the Health and Education Infrastructure Delivery component at the Head Office in Polokwane.

📝 Key Responsibilities

• Design & Analysis: Plan, design, operate, and maintain civil/structural engineering projects. Develop cost-effective engineering solutions and review technical manuals, standard drawings, and tender specifications.

• Technical Evaluation: Evaluate civil engineering designs prepared by external consultants to ensure compliance with sound engineering principles, departmental norms, and safety standards.

• Human Capital Development: Train, mentor, and supervise candidate engineers, technologists, and technicians to promote skills transfer, technical growth, and adherence to codes of practice.

• Office & Financial Administration: Prepare input for budget planning, manage resource utilization, monitor cash flows, report on service delivery, and enforce procurement regulations.

• Research & Development: Engage in Continuous Professional Development (CPD), conduct research into emerging civil engineering technologies, and liaise with professional engineering bodies.

✅ Job Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric Certificate.

• An NQF Level 07 qualification as recognized by SAQA in Civil Engineering (B.Eng or B.Sc in Civil Engineering).

• Minimum of three (3) years’ post-qualification experience in Civil Engineering.

• Professional Registration: Mandatory active registration as a Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng) with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).

• A valid driver’s license (except for persons with disabilities).

• Technical Competencies: Computer-aided engineering applications (CAD/FEA software), project management, technical report writing, engineering design evaluation, and legal compliance.

• Generic Competencies: Decision-making, team leadership, financial management under PFMA, analytical thinking, conflict management, and problem-solving skills.

🌟 Company Values & Culture

Employees within the Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure are expected to demonstrate:

• Engineering excellence, structural safety, and public accountability

• Transparent financial management and efficient infrastructure rollout

• Commitment to public health and educational facilities modernization across Limpopo

📧 How to Apply

Applications must be submitted using the New Z83 form (2021 version) (obtainable from any Public Service Department or online at www.dpsa.gov.za). All fields in Part A, B, C, and D must be fully completed. Please ensure your Z83 is signed and clearly references Reference Number S.4/3/13/6.

Application Options:

• Option 1: Online via eRecruitment

  Submit online via erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za.

  Note for Online Applicants: When applying through the eRecruitment system, you MUST attach your completed Z83, detailed CV, and copies of your qualifications, ID, and valid driver’s license.

• Option 2: Physical Hand Delivery / Postal Submission (Head Office)

  If submitting physically or via post, submit only your completed Z83 form and detailed CV (copies of qualifications/ID will only be requested if shortlisted).

  • Hand Delivery: Works Tower Building, No. 43 Church Street, Polokwane, 0699.

  • Postal Address: Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure, Private Bag X9490, Polokwane, 0700.

📞 Enquiries

For position-related queries, please contact:

• Ms. Hanyane NP

• Mr. Moabelo MJ

• Ms. Motsai S

  ☎️ Tel No: (015) 284 7586 / 7627 / 7262

🌍 Why Join the Limpopo Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure?

In this role, you will apply advanced structural and civil engineering solutions to crucial social infrastructure projects, directly shaping the build quality of hospitals, clinics, and educational facilities across Limpopo.