Jobs · Mpumalanga · Health
Chief Civil / Structural Engineer Grade A: Infrastructure Planning
Closed Friday 16 October 2026Applications are no longer accepted.
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Lead civil and structural engineering for infrastructure planning. Requires Grade 12, NQF Level 7 engineering qualification, and 6 years registered professional experience with ECSA.
- Develop and maintain engineering norms, standards, and feasibility studies for infrastructure projects.
- Prepare strategic briefing documents, infrastructure plans, and policies aligned with government regulations.
- Manage resources efficiently and conduct research with professional development boards.
- Must have: Senior Certificate/Grade 12, NQF Level 7 engineering qualification recognised by SAQA, 6 years post-qualification experience as registered Professional Engineer with ECSA, current ECSA registration valid to 2026, valid driver's licence, and computer literacy.
- Must know: PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Supply Chain Management Policies, National Building Standards Act 1977, Occupational Health and Safety Act 1993, Government Immovable Asset Management Act 2007, Health Act, and Engineering Profession Act 2000.
- Based at Provincial Office, Mbombela (Nelspruit).
- Closing date not specified in the advert.
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Requirements
- Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus (NQF Level 7) in Engineer as recognized by SAQA.
- Six (6) years post qualification experience required as a registered professional Engineer.
- Compulsory Six (6) years’ experience as a registered professional with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineering.
- Current registration with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineering (2026).
- A valid driver’s licence.
- Computer literacy.
- Knowledge:
- PFMA/Treasury Regulations/Practice Notes/ Instructions/Circulars.
- Provincial/Departmental Supply Chain Management Policies.
- National Building Standards Act of 1977 and Regulations.
- Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1993 and Regulations.
- Government Immovable Asset Management Act of 2007.Health Act and Regulations.
- Engineering Profession Act of 2000.
Duties
- Functional and Technical norms and standards from an engineering perspective.
- Innovative service delivery mechanisms and feasibility studies.
- Strategic Briefing Documentation.
- Infrastructure Plans.
- Strategies, policies and procedures.
- Research/literature studies and interaction with relevant professional development boards/councils.
- Effective and efficient resources management.
How to apply
Departmental Online Application System: www.mpuhealth.gov.za
New to the Z83 form? Read the application guide.
Enquiries
Ms. Gugu Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 3103 / Mr. Mxolisi Maseko (013) 766 3351, Mr. Samson Nyoni (013) 766 3087, Ms. Samukelisiwe Mgwenya (013) 766 3540 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018.
Notes from the department
- N.B.
- Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible to avoid disappointments.
- Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 and a detailed Curriculum Vitae.
- In order to alleviate the administration burden on HR Sections as well as considering the cost for applicants, Departments are encouraged to request certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents from shortlisted candidates only which may be submitted to HR on or before the day of the interview following communication from the relevant HR section of the Department.
- All posts, health/engineering posts that are advertised within the Department professional registration will be required from various statutory councils for shortlisted candidates.
- A complete set of application documents should be submitted separately for every post that you wish to apply for.
- Please ensure that you clearly state the full post description and the relevant Post Reference Number on your application.
- No fax applications will be considered.
- Applicants must ensure that they fully complete and sign form Z83, even if they are attaching a CV.
- Incomplete and/or unsigned applications will not be considered.
- If you are currently in service, please indicate your PERSAL number at the top of form Z83.
- Due to ongoing internal processes, the Department reserves the right to withdraw any post at any time.
- The Department reserves the right to verify the qualifications of every recommended candidate prior to the issuing of an offer of appointment.
- All short-listed candidates will be subject to a vetting process prior to appointment.
- If no response is received from the Mpumalanga Department of Health within 90 days after the closing date of the advertisement, applicants must assume that their application was not successful.
- Please quote the Correct references when applying and where possible the station / centre where the post is. www.mpuhealth.gov.za Only Online Applications will be accepted.
- NB:
- Candidates who are not contacted within 90 days after the closing date must consider their applications as having been unsuccessful.
- Please note the department reserves the right to amend / review / withdraw the advertised posts if by so doing, the best interest of the department will be well served.
- (People with disabilities are also requested to apply and indicate such in their applications).
- All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
- One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
As printed in Circular 35 of 2026 · page 142 · open the PDF
POST 35/202: CHIEF CIVIL / STRUCTURAL ENGINEER GRADE A: INFRASTRUCTURE PLANNING REF NO: MPDOH/OCT/26/1572 SALARY: R1 317 108 - R1 504 797 per annum CENTRE: Provincial Office, Mbombela (Nelspruit) REQUIREMENTS: Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus (NQF Level 7) in Engineer as recognized by SAQA. Six (6) years post qualification experience required as a registered professional Engineer. Compulsory Six (6) years’ experience as a registered professional with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineering. Current registration with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineering (2026). A valid driver’s licence. Computer literacy. Knowledge: PFMA/Treasury Regulations/Practice Notes/ Instructions/Circulars. Provincial/Departmental Supply Chain Management Policies. National Building Standards Act of 1977 and Regulations. Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1993 and Regulations. Government Immovable Asset Management Act of 2007.Health Act and Regulations. Engineering Profession Act of 2000. DUTIES: Functional and Technical norms and standards from an engineering perspective. Innovative service delivery mechanisms and feasibility studies. Strategic Briefing Documentation. Infrastructure Plans. Strategies, policies and procedures. Research/literature studies and interaction with relevant professional development boards/councils. Effective and efficient resources management. ENQUIRIES: Ms. Gugu Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 3103 / Mr. Mxolisi Maseko (013) 766 3351, Mr. Samson Nyoni (013) 766 3087, Ms. Samukelisiwe Mgwenya (013) 766 3540 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018.