director: engineering and technical services, Ref No. G34/2026

Apply for director: engineering and technical services at department of department of health. Closing date 2026-05-15.

Job Summary

Department: department of health

Directorate: engineering and technical services

Province: kwazulu natal

Reference: G34/2026

Closing Date: 2026-05-15

Salary: R1,266,714

No Of Vacancy: 1

Salary Level: 13

Centre: Head Office Pietermaritzburg


Minimum Qualification

Bachelor's Degree (NQF Level 7) in Civil, Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering

Experience Required

5 years (Middle/Senior Management) in Engineering and Infrastructure Maintenance Management

Required Competencies & Skills

  • Deep knowledge of PFMA, DORA, Treasury Regulations, and CIDB Act/Regulations
  • Expert understanding of Infrastructure Delivery Management Systems (IDMS)
  • Strategic leadership and program/project management capabilities
  • Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills in a built-environment context
  • Proficiency in people management, empowerment, and change management
  • Strong client orientation and communication skills within a healthcare setting.

Requirements

  • Minimum of five (5) years' experience at a middle or senior managerial level
  • Professional registration as a Professional Engineer with ECSA (Engineering Council of South Africa) is mandatory.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Provide strategic management of healthcare facility maintenance, including laundries, utilities, and technical support services
  • Develop and oversee scheduled, preventive, and day-to-day maintenance plans for provincial health infrastructure
  • Manage professional engineering research and promote effective utility utilization across facilities
  • Oversee the provision of linen and laundry services, including inventory control and risk management of outsourced contracts
  • Capacitate and manage Maintenance Hubs at Provincial, District, and Facility levels
  • Ensure strict compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act regarding equipment safety and waste management
  • Manage the Directorate's financial resources in compliance with the PFMA and lead procurement processes for engineering services
  • Provide inputs on functional and technical norms and standards for healthcare infrastructure planning
  • Lead human resource functions, including performance management, discipline, and workforce planning for engineering staff.

Salary Detail

Remunaration

R1266714 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive salary packages, which consists of 70% basic salary and 30% flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable rules).

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

Mrs TP Msimango Tel No: (033) 395 2589

Reference No:

G34/2026

Application Process

Follow these steps to ensure your application is not disqualified:

  • Step 1: Download the New Z83 Form (2021) below.
  • Step 2: In 'Section A', quote Reference Number: G34/2026
  • Step 3: Ensure you sign and date the form on the last page.
  • Step 4: Click 'Submit Application' to send your Z83 and CV to the department.

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