Engineer Production Grade A: Pmu

About the role

The Department of Public Works, Roads and Transport (Mpumalanga) is hiring 3 Engineer Production Grade A: Pmu posts, based in Head Office. This is a permanent post, paying R914,517 a year. How to apply: Applications must be submitted online through the link erecruitment.mpg.gov.za Reference number to quote: ENG/PMU/HO/16 Closing date: 30 October 2026 at 12h00 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and monitor engineering work on infrastructure projects aligned to department and PMU standards, Prepare specifications, technical reports, and project documentation in line with statutory and departmental requirements, Manage and oversee contracts to ensure optimal delivery of infrastructure programmes and compliance with contract conditions, Identify, assess, and manage risks associated with engineering projects, Monitor and ensure quality, safety, and regulatory compliance throughout all project phases, Provide technical guidance and support within the PMU and to stakeholders as required.

Requirements

• A recognised Bachelor of Engineering (BEng)/Bachelor of Science (BSc)/Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Civil Engineering.
• Professional Registration:
• Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineer (Pr
• Eng)
• At least 03 years ‘post qualification engineering experience
• Relevant experience in project and programme management, design, construction, supervision and contract administration of roads, bridges and buildings.
• A valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel to project sites, including remote locations.
• Knowledge.
• Skills and Competencies:
• Sound knowledge of engineering design
• Project investigation, and contract management in the context of infrastructure and PMU functions
• Technical competence in preparing specifications
• Technical reports, and project documentation
• Experience in project and contract management
• Including risk
• Quality, and safety management
• Understanding of regulatory compliance related to public sector infrastructure projects
• Ability to plan
• Implement, and monitor engineering projects to achieve departmental objectives
• Excellent problem-solving
• Analytical, and decision-making skills
• Strong communication and report writing skills
• Computer literacy
• Including use of relevant engineering and project management software