Job Description

Closing Date

2025/09/08

Reference Number

WCG250731-3

Tracking Number

DOI 115/2025

Job Title

Assistant Director: Logistics, Ref No. DOI 115/2025

Department

Department of Infrastructure

Salary level

9

Enquiries

Mr W Amsterdam at (021) 483 8259

Job Type

Permanent

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Western Cape

Location - Town / City

Cape Town, CBD

Job Purpose

The Department of Infrastrucure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a qualified and competent individual to implement a provisioning function inclusive of inventory and warehouse management. This post is stationed in Cape Town, CBD.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Financial Accounting, Supply Chain Management, Commerce or related field; A minimum of 3 years relevant logistic management experience at supervisory level.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Implement a Logistics management system for an effective bid/quotation process and the maintenance thereof in accordance with departmental policies and procedures and compliance with applicable legislation; Implement an effective and efficient logistics function compliant with departmental policies and procedures and applicable legislative requirements, including, ordering, receiving and distribution of goods, management of inventory, warehousing and accounts payable system; Implement an approved and appropriate disposal plan developed and implemented in accordance with departmental policies and procedures and compliant with applicable legislative requirements including the identification of redundant, obsolete and unserviceable goods, disposal of goods in accordance with the disposal plan, accurate recording of the disposals and appropriate reporting; Effectively utilise LOGIS for provisioning, stock control and reporting in compliance with user and legislative requirements; Effectively utilise Vulindlela as a management information system to monitor and report on revenue; Ensure compliance with relevant legislative, statutory, regulatory and supervisory requirements towards the achievement of component projects and goals.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Accounting; Public Finance Management Act; Logistic Information System (LOGIS); Asset Management; Proven computer literacy (MS Excel); Written and verbal communication skills.

Remuneration

R 468 459 - R 551 823 per annum (Salary level 9)

Note on remuneration in addition to service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position,you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.



Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00.Contact the helpline at 0861370 214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert.Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.