Chief Director: Roads (Bloemfontein) x1
Job Details
- Job Title: Chief Director: Roads
- Reference Number: FS CSRT 01/01/2026
- Post Number: POST 14/96
Location
- Centre: Head Office
- City: Bloemfontein
- Province: Free State
- Country: South Africa
Employment Information
- Level: Senior Management Service (SMS) – Level 14
- Number of Posts: 1
Salary Package
- R1 494 900 per annum (all-inclusive package)
Package Structure:
- 70% Basic Salary
- 30% Flexible portion, which may include:
- 13th cheque
- Motor car allowance
- Housing allowance
- Medical aid assistance
- Employer pension contribution (approx. 13%)
Job Purpose
To lead and manage the provincial roads infrastructure programme, ensuring effective planning, construction, maintenance, and development of road networks to improve mobility, safety, and economic growth.
Minimum Requirements
- NQF Level 7 qualification (Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or related field)
- Registration with a professional body such as:
- Engineering Council of South Africa
- South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions
- South African Council for Quantity Surveying Professions
- Minimum 5 years’ senior management experience in transport or infrastructure
- Nyukela (SMS Pre-Entry Certificate) – mandatory
- Valid driver’s licence
Key Competencies & Skills
- Strategic leadership and decision-making
- Advanced financial and project management
- Policy development and implementation
- Stakeholder and contract management
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of public sector regulations and infrastructure frameworks
Knowledge Required
- Road design, construction, and maintenance
- Relevant legislation:
- Engineering Profession Act (2000)
- National Road Traffic Act (1996)
- National Environmental Management Act (1998)
- COTO standards for road and bridge works
- Public Service Regulations
- Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP)
- Infrastructure planning and costing systems
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Planning & Leadership
- Develop and implement Provincial Roads Infrastructure Plans
- Align departmental goals with national and provincial strategies
2. Infrastructure Management
- Oversee road and bridge construction and maintenance
- Ensure quality control and material standards
- Manage upgrades of safety-critical infrastructure
3. Project & Programme Oversight
- Lead major road construction projects
- Support municipalities with technical expertise
- Oversee contractor development programmes
4. Policy & Governance
- Develop policies to support socio-economic growth
- Ensure compliance with legislation and governance frameworks
- Manage performance planning and reporting
5. Resource Management
- Manage human, financial, and asset resources
- Lead and develop engineering and technical teams
6. Technical & Operational Oversight
- Oversee road design (geometric and structural)
- Manage traffic engineering and road safety
- Ensure proper planning for future road networks
- Oversee abnormal permit office and wayleave approvals
Selection Process
- Pre-entry assessments:
- Practical exercise
- Integrity (Ethical Conduct) assessment
- Performance agreement required within 3 months of appointment
Enquiries
- Ms N. Mopeli: 072 781 5180
Applications
- Email: cdroads@freetrans.gov.za