Director District Services

About the role

The Department of Public Works, Roads and Transport (Mpumalanga) is hiring 2 Director District Services posts, based in Bohlabela District; Nkangala District. This is a permanent post, paying R1,317,834 a year. How to apply: Applications must be submitted online through the link erecruitment.mpg.gov.za Reference numbers to quote: D/DH/BO/03, D/DH/NK/99 Closing date: 30 October 2026 at 12h00 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• 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.

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.
• At least 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/trainingcourse/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