ENGINEER GRADE A REF NO: PS03/2026/04 
Infrastructure Delivery Management Directorate 
Infrastructure Programmes/Projects & Maintenance Sub Directorate 
SALARY : R914 517 – R975 582 per annum, (all-inclusive annual salary package) of which 30% may be structured according to the individual’s needs. The department will determine the salary notch based on years’ experience post professional registration. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein: Head Office 

REQUIREMENTS : A university degree in Engineering or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA. (NQF Level 7). Be registered with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a professional Engineer, Valid driver’s license and a minimum of 3 years’ experience post qualification. Added Advantage Computer Literacy and an Executive course in Infrastructure Delivery Management will be an added advantage. 

DUTIES : Infrastructure Programme and Project Planning in line with IDMS: Prepare the Procurement Strategy, Infrastructure Programme Management Plan [IPMP] and updating of the plan. Prepare the infrastructure budget and Final Project List. Prepare the Packages/Individual Project Briefs; presenting these to the Implementing Agent [IA] – referred to as Project Execution Plan v1. Manage the preparation of Packages/Individual Project Briefs for projects that are not allocated to an Implementing Agent [IA]. Participate in the procurement of Professional Service Providers and Contractors, including the preparation and approval of Bid Specifications and evaluations of tenders as member of the Supply Chain Management Committees in Public Works and/or relevant SCM Committees of Alternative IAs and Provincial Department of Education. Manage adherence to Occupational Health and Safety and Quality Assurance standards. Infrastructure Programme and Project Implementation and Monitoring: Monitor the implementation of Programmes and Projects by the Implementing Agents [IA] and the adherence to the Service Delivery Agreements. Manage project implementation of projects that are not allocated to an Implementing Agent [IA]. Review and sign-off on the Infrastructure Programme Implementation Plan [IPIP] as prepared by the Implementing Agent [IA]. Review and sign-off on the Project Execution Plans Versions 2 – 7 prepared by the Implementing Agent [IA]. Review and recommend Variation Orders in terms of contract management practice and financial implications in collaboration with professionals in the Directorate Physical Resources Planning. Recommend authorisation of payments in line with the conditions of the appointments, contract management practices and within financial delegations. Develop and Approve Project Stage reports & designs, in accordance with strategic decision making points as defined in the Provincial Infrastructure Delivery Framework. [IDMS]. Manage the updating of project/programme documentation and information and submit all built environment documentation to the Deputy Director Finance. Manage the interface between the end-user/community structures and Implementing Agent [IA]. Prepare and submit progress reports [financial and non-financial indicators]. Maintenance Projects: Assess departmental projects that qualify for departmental funding assessed. Manage the implementation of day-to-day, routine and emergency maintenance projects funded by department. Provide guidance to the preparation of maintenance plans. Provide training to districts and schools in terms of day-to-day, routine and emergency maintenance plans and projects. On an annual basis, evaluate day-to-day, routine and emergency projects implemented by Districts and Schools. Monitor Section 21 allocations for maintenance. Monitor preparation of disaster management plans. Infrastructure Project Commissioning: Coordinate and participate in project commissioning, including site visits. Review the School Maintenance Plan and budget on completion of projects. Collect and update NEIMS and EFMS information [if applicable] in terms of Technical Condition Assessments on completion of projects. Orientate users in terms of the optimal usage of Facilities. Infrastructure Programme and Project Evaluation: Review infrastructure projects and programmes in line with the built environment norms, standards and legislative Requirements. Manage the preparation of the project close out reports. Manage and participate in Post Project and Post Occupancy Evaluation exercises. Provide feedback to Directorate Physical Resources Planning on functional and technical norms and standards that should be updated from an architectural perspective. Participate in the continuous improvement of best practices, standardised processes and procedures, software applications and tools. Research/literature studies to keep up with new technologies, viability and feasibility of the geographical information management options for the Department including interaction with relevant professional development boards/councils. Study professional journals and publications to stay abreast of new developments. Monitor and study the education sector, legal frameworks, standards changes and policy frameworks. Engage in relevant continuous professional development activities [tools and techniques] as prescribed and/or required. Update the Infrastructure comprehensive planning framework of Department in terms of research findings, new technology and changes in the institutional environment. Interact with relevant Professional Bodies/Councils.

ENQUIRIES : Mr Moeti Tel No: (051) 404 9292 

APPLICATIONS : For All Posts: Please submit your application, quoting the relevant reference number on your Z83 application as well as on the envelope to: The Director: Human Resource Administration, Department of Education, Bloemfontein 9300. (Old Saambou Building, Ground Floor, corner Charlotte Maxeke and Aliwal Street, Bloemfontein – Box at Security). Electronic Applications: To apply visit: () https://systems.fshealth.gov.za/e-Recruitment/Login
CLOSING DATE : 18 May 2026