Job Description

Closing Date

2025/09/08

Reference Number

WCG250801-2

Tracking Number

DOI 116/2025

Job Title

Project Support Clerk: Engineering Services, Ref No. DOI 116/2025

Department

Department of Infrastructure

Salary level

5

Enquiries

Ms S Oliver at (021) 483 4816

Job Type

Permanent

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Western Cape

Location - Town / City

Cape Town, CBD

Job Purpose

The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitable and competent individual to provide project and programme administrative support to the Chief Directorate and specific focus on office administration, and programme administration.

Minimum Requirements

Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification); A valid Code B (or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Capture and process payments and claims accurately and promptly on the relevant system; Register and send invoices on Project system; Ensure invoices are routed timeously; Comprehensive record keeping of all payments, claims and supporting documents; Assist Chief Engineer, Engineering team and other disciplines with relevant administration support; Supervise the use, maintenance and safeguard of shared material/physical resources in order to ensure that it is good working condition; General typing of submissions, default letters and general correspondents; Spreadsheets for statistics to produce reports on projects; Efficient managing, collecting and capturing of electronic data; Facilitate consultant appointments for Chief Engineer; Handling enquiries and complaints from clients for the Engineering Services section; Perform secretariat functions in meetings.

The following will be advantageous: Working knowledge/experience in PCS, e-Works, Basic Accounting System (BAS), My Content and relevant experience in Project Support.

Competencies

Knowledge of applicable legislation and procurement procedures. Skills needed: Computer literacy (MS word, Ms Excel, Ms Outlook, Ms Projects); Record keeping; Good communication (written and verbal); Good interpersonal relations; Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Remuneration

R 228 321 - R 227 766 per annum (Salary level 5)

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 copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend the interview on a date and timeas determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency test. 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, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00.You may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Otherwise,all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person asi ndicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.