KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport is inviting suitably qualified and experienced candidates to apply for 8 Road Work Foreman positions. The successful candidates will support and supervise road construction and maintenance activities across various regions in KwaZulu-Natal.
Vacancy Overview
- Position: Road Work Foreman
- Number of Posts: 8
- Salary: R237,453 per annum
- Salary Level: Level 05
- Closing Date: 28 August 2026 at 16:00
- Department: KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport
- Employment Location: KwaZulu-Natal
Available Positions
Pietermaritzburg Region
Cost Centre: Ixopo
- KZ5a1/5a2 Team 5
- Reference: DOT 197/2026
- Posts: 1
Ladysmith Region
Cost Centre: Newcastle
- Reference: DOT 198/2026
- Posts: 3
Cost Centre: Estcourt
- Reference: DOT 199/2026
- Posts: 4
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- NQF Level 3 (Grade 11) or a National Certificate in Construction.
- At least 3 years of road work maintenance experience.
- A valid Code B driver’s licence.
Candidates should also demonstrate knowledge and skills relevant to road construction and maintenance supervision.
Knowledge and Competencies
The ideal candidate should have knowledge of:
- Road maintenance manuals.
- Safety regulations.
- Costing systems.
- General departmental procedures.
- Weekly work and plant returns.
- Service delivery programmes.
- Departmental reporting structures.
- Transportation committees.
- Public-sector legislation, policies and procedures.
- Disciplinary procedures.
- EPMDS.
Applicants should also possess:
- Planning and organisational skills.
- Problem-solving abilities.
- Supervisory skills.
- Good communication skills.
- Numeracy skills.
- Computer literacy.
- Ability to learn, understand and apply instructions.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
The department is looking for candidates who are responsible, punctual, conscientious, efficient and receptive to suggestions and new ideas. Cultural awareness, empathy, compliance with the public-sector code of conduct and teamwork are also important.
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidates will support road construction and maintenance operations.
Responsibilities may include:
Road Construction and Maintenance
- Construction of culverts and side drains.
- Erection and maintenance of steel guardrails.
- Construction and maintenance of gabions.
- Construction of road earthworks and layer works.
- Cleaning and maintenance of roads.
- Maintenance of sidewalks and resting areas.
- Verge maintenance.
- Road surfacing.
- Pothole patching.
- Road fencing.
- Pipe laying.
- Setting of road markings and signs.
- Installation of road signs.
- Setting up and maintaining barricades around work areas.
Supervision
The Road Work Foreman will supervise road construction and maintenance activities by:
- Applying safety and precautionary measures.
- Conducting inspections.
- Controlling tools, supplies and other equipment.
- Allocating tasks to employees.
- Monitoring and overseeing work performance.
- Ensuring proper maintenance of equipment.
- Coordinating the road blading programme.
- Exercising control over traffic accommodation.
What Does a Road Work Foreman Do?
A Road Work Foreman plays an important role in ensuring that road construction and maintenance activities are completed safely, efficiently and according to departmental requirements.
The position combines technical road maintenance work with supervision. The foreman is expected to allocate work to teams, monitor progress, inspect completed work, ensure that equipment is properly used and maintained, and make sure that safety procedures are followed.
Because road maintenance often takes place alongside moving traffic, traffic accommodation and workplace safety are particularly important responsibilities.
Driver’s Licence Requirement
A valid minimum Code B driver’s licence is specifically required for these positions. Applicants should ensure that their driver’s licence is valid when applying.
Salary
The successful candidates will receive a salary of:
R237,453 per annum
The position is classified at Salary Level 05.
Applicants should carefully review the official vacancy advertisement for any additional conditions relating to remuneration, benefits and employment.
Enquiries
For positions in the Pietermaritzburg Region, applicants may contact:
Ms G Hlabisa
Telephone: (033) 392 6600
For positions in the Ladysmith Region, applicants may contact:
Ms TP Nkosi
Telephone: (036) 638 4400
How to Apply
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications through the KwaZulu-Natal online e-Recruitment system.
Official application platform: www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs
Applicants should search for the relevant Road Work Foreman vacancy and select the appropriate reference number according to the location they are applying for.
Candidates should ensure that all required information and supporting documentation are submitted correctly before the closing date.
Important Closing Date
The closing date for applications is:
28 August 2026 at 16:00
Late applications may not be considered. Applicants are therefore encouraged to submit their applications well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical problems.
Equity Consideration
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport has indicated that equity targets will be considered when filling these positions.
Final Reminder for Applicants
If you meet the minimum educational requirement, have at least three years of road work maintenance experience, and hold a valid Code B driver’s licence, this opportunity may be suitable for you.
There are 8 positions available across Ixopo, Newcastle and Estcourt, making this an opportunity worth considering for suitably qualified candidates interested in road construction and maintenance work within the public sector.
Closing Date: 28 August 2026 at 16:00
Applicants should use the official KwaZulu-Natal e-Recruitment system to submit their applications and should rely on the official vacancy advertisement for the complete application requirements.