Chief Engineer: Mechanical (Grade A)

CHIEF ENGINEER: MECHANICAL (GRADE A) is listed by DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND INFRASTRUCTURE. The post is based in Gqeberha Regional Office, Eastern Cape. The closing date is 09 October 2026.

Job Details

Requirements

• A minimum of Engineering degree (B Eng/ BSC
• (Eng) or relevant qualification.
• Six years post qualification experience.
• Compulsory registration with Relevant council
• (ECSA) as a Professional Engineer.
• A valid driver's license.
• Knowledge of mechanical engineering best practices and aspects of the building and construction environment, extensive knowledge and experience in the development, implementation and oversight of recovery plans when projects are lagging.
• Knowledge of PFMA, OHSA Supply Chain Management, Contract Management, good technical and innovative problem-solving abilities.
• Computer literacy and experience in the application of Mechanical Engineering software in the use of dashboards to track progress.
• Good interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Applied knowledge of all Built Environment legislatives/ regulating requirements.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills.
• The ability/ willingness to travel.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Provide technical lead in proposal preparations, define technical resources requirements for successful work execution, perform final review and approval or audits on new engineering designs according to design principles, set maintenance standards specifications and service levels according to organisational objectives to ensure optimum operational availability.
• Compile risk logs and manage significant risk and provide technical consulting services for the operation on engineering related matters, Allocate, control, monitor expenditure according to budget, check tender documentation for inviting tenders.
• Monitor the performance of and exercise control over appointed consultants in connection with the design and execution of work, as well as maintenance to existing structures, infrastructure, scrutinize and approve fee accounts of consulting engineers.
• Mentor train and develop candidates and related technical personnel to promote skills/knowledge.
• Transfer.
• Develop, implement and monitor work systems and processes to ensure efficient and effective functioning.

Application Instructions

for the position of Chief Engineer (Mechanical) must be emailed to: RecruitPE26-40@dpw.gov.za

For attention: Ms. N. Mzalisi Head Office (Pretoria)

Notes

must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 application form (obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the DPSA website link: https:/www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/, which must be signed, initialled and dated by the applicant, and must be accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae (CV) only. Candidates are not required to submit certified copies of qualifications and related documents on application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualification and other related documents on or before the date of interview, which should not be older than six months. Should an application be submitted using incorrect/old Z83 application form, such an application will be disqualified.

Further take note of the following on completion of Z83 application form: PART A and PART B must be fully completed. PART C - PART G: Noting that there is a limited space provided applicants may refer to CV or indicate.

This will be acceptable as long as the CV has been attached and provides the required information. Page 1 of the Z83 application form must be initialled and page 2 signed and dated by the applicant.

Failure to comply with the above instructions may result in an application being disqualified. Applicants applying for more than one advertised post must submit separate Z83 application forms and CVs in respect to each post being applied for.

Should an application be received where an applicant has applied for more than one posts on the same Z83 application form, the applicant will be considered for the first post indicated on the Z83 application form only. Applications will be received via post/courier services, hand deliveries or email.

Late applications will not be considered. Regulation 57 (c) and 67 (9) of the Public Service Regulations 2016, as amended, requires the executive authority to ensure that he or she is fully satisfied of the claims being made and the finalisation of Personnel Suitability Checks in order to verify claims and check the candidate for purpose of being fit and proper for employment, respectively.

Shortlisted candidates must be willing to undergo normal vetting and verification processes.

Circular Notes

Circular Notes

must be submitted on the most recently approved Z83 Application for Employment Form, obtainable from the DBE Website or any Public Service Department/Webpage. Use of the old Z83 Form will result in disqualification.

The Z83 must be completed in full and page 2 duly signed. A clear indication of the post and reference number that is being applied for must be indicated on your Z83.

Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 with a detailed Curriculum Vitae (only). Certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates on or before the day of the interview.

Successful candidates will be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal record, citizenship & financial/asset record checks, qualification and employment verification including social media profiles). Appointment is subject to positive results of the security clearance process.

The successful candidate will be required to sign an annual performance agreement and, where applicable, annually disclose his/her financial interests. All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may 4 be associated with.

Applicants, who do not comply with the requirements outlined above, will not be considered. MANAGEMENT ECHELON

Enquiries

Mr. S. L. Jikeka Tel No: (041) 408 2074

Required Documents

Z83, CV, Qualifications, Driver licence

DPSA Circular Source

• Circular: DPSA Circular 34 of 2026
• Source pages: 83
• Open the DPSA circular PDF