• Full Time
  • Cape Town, South Africa

Western Cape Government

Professional Engineer (Production Level): Road Investment Planning

Reference: DOI 44/2025

Employer: Western Cape Government – Department of Infrastructure

Creating opportunities through infrastructure development and public service

Position Details

đź“Ť Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
đź•’ Job Type: Full Time
🎓 Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (B Eng/BSc Eng)
đź’Ľ Experience: 3+ years post-qualification
🔧 Field: Engineering/Technical

About the Role

Lead strategic planning for Western Cape’s road network infrastructure, including needs assessment, economic evaluation, and transport system optimization.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and evaluate road infrastructure project proposals
  • Manage transport modeling systems and standard operating procedures
  • Create and implement Road Investment Strategies
  • Develop Corridor Management Strategies
  • Coordinate with stakeholders in transport planning
  • Oversee consultant teams and internal projects

Essential Requirements

  • Professional registration with ECSA
  • Valid Code B driver’s license
  • Expertise in transport modeling software
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation:
    • National Land Transport Act
    • Spatial Planning and Land Use Management Act

Preferred Qualifications

  • Postgraduate degree in Traffic Engineering/Transport Planning
  • Experience in transport economics
  • Background in data management/coding
  • Arterial corridor management experience

Key Competencies

  • Strong analytical and decision-making skills
  • Excellent technical writing ability
  • Project evaluation expertise
  • Effective stakeholder communication
  • Advanced computer literacy

Application Process

Submit your application through the Western Cape Government’s official recruitment portal.

⚠️ Important: No application fees required at any stage of the recruitment process.

Note: Candidates are encouraged to prepare their CVs thoroughly before applying.

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